Mather Hospital earns 21st top Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog
Northwell’s Mather Hospital earned its 21st “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, the most of any Suffolk Country Hospital.
Mather Hospital milestone: 10,000 bariatric surgeries
Mather Hospital recently marked a new milestone: surgeons performing the hospital’s 10,000th bariatric surgery. The hospital offers gastric bypass, revisional surgery, gastric band, and sleeve gastrectomy for weight loss. The 10,000th surgery, a sleeve gastrectomy, was performed by, Dr. Arif Ahmad, Director of the Center of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery™. The procedure involves…
Healthgrades recognizes Northwell’s Mather Hospital for clinical excellence
Northwell’s Mather Hospital announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.
Minimally invasive spine surgery: Is it right for you?
What is the difference between traditional open spine surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery? Minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) is a less invasive spine surgery where doctors use specialized instruments to access the spine through small incisions. With traditional open spine surgery, the surgeon makes an incision that is five to six inches long, then…
Two Years Running: Experience five star quality care
Mather Hospital received five stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the second consecutive year, the highest rating possible using data that evaluates outcomes, patient experience and process.
Mather earns its 20th ‘A’ grade for patient safety from Leapfrog
Mather Hospital earned its 20th top ‘A’ grade for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group in the current ratings period, the most of any hospital in Suffolk County. The national distinction recognizes the hospital’s commitment to patient safety and achievements in promoting best outcomes.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy unit marks 30 years
Mather Hospital’s Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) unit was launched 30 years ago today, the first such unit on Long Island and the only one in Suffolk County available for emergencies 24/7.
Overcoming knee and hip discomfort
Mather Hospital will present a FREE knee and hip joint replacement seminar on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 8:30-11am at the hospital. A buffet breakfast will be served.
Walk with Mather for the fight against breast cancer
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Join Mather Hospital for the annual Northwell Health Walk at Port Jefferson to support the Fortunato Breast Health Center on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Presented by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, the Walk brings together family, friends and team members for a five-mile walk through the scenic villages of Port Jefferson and…
Mather Hospital Medical Staff donates $50,000 for a new Emergency Department
PORT JEFFERSON, NY –– Mather Hospital has received a $50,000 gift from its medical staff for the construction of a new Emergency Department. “In making this donation to the Legacy Campaign, the Medical Staff is committed to supporting the future Frey Family Emergency Department, which will provide the surrounding population with a local state-of-the-art facility…