Art, East Setauket

Art Gonsalves, a 58-year-old financial advisor from East Setauket, worked on Wall Street in his 20s and 30s as a regional salesperson. “I was constantly entertaining, wining and dining, eating rich foods and having a grand old time.”

Citrusy Roasted Beet Salad

Try this easy and nutritious salad. Beets are high in antioxidants that fight cell damage and inflammation.

Re-envisioning emergency care

Mather Hospital is looking to redefine emergency care for our community. Our vision is to build an environment that maximizes patients’ privacy and caregiver support, increases process efficiencies and incorporates the best practices for patient and staff safety. Our new Emergency Department will: -Double the size of the current ED to better accommodate our patients…

Setting new standards for care

The new Frey Family Emergency Department will open in 2025, the new ED will maximize patient privacy with private, single occupancy rooms, increasing process efficiencies, and speeding up care and will double the size of our current emergency facility.

A natural environment for healing

Nestled between the original hospital building and its 1962 expansion lies a hidden gem: our open-air courtyard. This space, visible through the panoramic windows of our newly renovated lobby, serves as a vital sanctuary for patients, families, and staff alike.

Samantha, Rocky Point

Samantha met with the team and recalls that the Medical Director of the Center spoke to her and put his hand on her shoulder and said, ‘Don’t worry. We’re going to help you.’ This gave Samantha a lot of confidence that they were going to help her change her life.

Diane, Ronkonkoma

“I’ve been on and off diets my whole life. I was bullied my whole life due to being overweight. This was the best thing I ever did for myself,” she said. “I’m 68 and I’m living my best life now. I was about 325 pounds. Now I’m between 175 and 180.”