PORT JEFFERSON, NY – A new non-invasive technology that helps detect lymphedema at its earliest stages for at-risk patients is now being used by the Fortunato Breast Health Center at Mather Hospital. SOZO® is a new digital health platform from ImpediMed that aids in the early detection of lymphedema as a point-of-care assessment tool to…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – The Fortunato Breast Health Center has again been granted accredited status for three years by The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a quality program administered by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). To achieve voluntary NAPBC accreditation, a breast center demonstrates compliance with the NAPBC standards that address a…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – The fight against breast cancer in our community continues on May 21, 2023 with Mather Hospital at the Northwell Health Walk at Port Jefferson. 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 names new VP/Associate Executive Director of Finance PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Brian A. DeFeo has been named as Mather Hospital’s VP/Associate Executive Director of Finance. He succeeds Joseph Wisnoski who will remain at Mather in a consulting capacity until the end of 2023 to assist Mr. DeFeo during the transition. Mr. Defeo joins…
Mather Hospital re-envisions emergency care for our community New $52 million, 26,000-square-foot Frey Family Emergency Department will double size of current facility; Scheduled to open in 2025 PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital has begun construction of a new $52 million, 26,000-square-foot Emergency Department that will maximize patient privacy and caregiver support, increase process efficiencies,…
Mather Hospital earns 18th Leapfrog “A” for patient safety Eight Northwell hospitals across the region recognized by the national nonprofit Leapfrog Group, demonstrating the health system’s commitment to patient safety. PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital received its 18th top “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for its achievements in protecting hospital patients…
Mather Hospital earns Healthgrades 2023 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital has received a 2023 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ from Healthgrades. This distinction places Mather Hospital among the top 10 percent of hospitals nationwide for patient experience, according to Healthgrades, the leading marketplace that connects people with the right doctor and…
New Chief Nurse Executive appointed at Mather Hospital PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Tara Matz, RN, MSN, NEA-BC has been named Chief Nurse Executive at Mather Hospital. She will begin her new role on March 6, 2023. Ms. Matz comes to Mather from Cohen Children’s Medical Center, where she has held a variety of leadership roles…
Learn how to prevent diabetes with a FREE course at Mather Hospital PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Are you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes? Mather Hospital will host a FREE year-long diabetes prevention program designed to help you modify your lifestyle to prevent the disease. The National Diabetes Prevention Program, led by a trained…
Healthgrades Names Mather Hospital One Of America’s 250 Best Hospitals PORT JEFFERSON, NY –– Mather Hospital announced today that it is one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2024, according to new research released by Healthgrades, a leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. This achievement puts Mather Hospital in the top…