Bronx-Lebanon has consistently moved forward as an economic anchor and engine for positive change, with more than $300 million in capital projects infused into the Bronx economy. Additionally, its New Directions and Community Revitalization initiative resulted in the completion of 16 homes and 84 condominium units, as well as a 51unit low income housing project for senior citizens.

Bronx-Lebanon is also one of the few hospitals in New York that by 2013 will be full computerized, with a complete inpatient and outpatient electronic medical record. In looking to the future, Bronx-Lebanon is directing its efforts towards expanding facilities and adding services in response to the needs of the Bronx community.

It is in the Bronx community where we see the importance of fulfilling the hospital’s essential roles as “Doctor to the Community.” Bronx-Lebanon regularly provides free check-ups and screenings at schools, nursing homes, senior citizen centers, and churches among many other community organizations.

Its numerous outreach programs are also educating the community about important health issues. HealthBeat, Bronx-Lebanon’s widely acclaimed weekly television show, offers viewers the opportunity to have their questions answered by medical experts. Bronx-Lebanon’s Mobile Health units are also bringing physicians and medical services directly to where they are needed. Its school-based health programs are promoting health education and prevention, as well as achieving positive outcomes for students.

In the financial area, Bronx-Lebanon has maintained a strong bottom line position, especially significant in the current economic environment. Bronx-Lebanon is also among the largest employers (With more than 4,000 employees) in the South and Central Bronx.

Ultimately, a hospital must be judged by its accomplishments and record of service. Throughout Bronx-Lebanon’s history, there have been many changes and challenges. Yet, all of our efforts are based on a firm dedication to what matters most, the high quality comprehensive, accessible, and compassionate medical care that we have successfully provided – that is Bronx-Lebanon’s community service tradition.

1889
The Lebanon Hospital was incorporated.

1909
The Bronx Hospital was incorporated.

1962
The Lebanon Hospital merged with the Bronx Hospital.

1971
The hospital took a significant step towards training the doctors of tomorrow, by becoming an affiliated primary teaching hospital of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

1983
The Bronx-Lebanon Mobile Health Unit began its community service in 1983, and continues to be an integral part of the hospital’s outreach efforts.

1987
An important event that signaled a new era was the completion of “New Directions.” This $214 million modernization project resulted in the replacement of an aging physical plant, with state-of-the-art facilities, as well as the creation of a specialized and innovative long term care facility.

In addition to New Directions, numerous other major initiatives were launched by the hospital’s leadership, including education, housing, nutrition, and medical outreach programs, which further integrated Bronx-Lebanon into the fabric of the community.

2000
Bronx-Lebanon’s tradition of service and its leadership position as an economic anchor, engine for positive change, and beacon of hope have continued into this new millennium.

2008
Bronx-Lebanon is ranked #1 in the metropolitan area for quality of care, affordability, efficiency, and patient satisfaction by the Data Advantage Hospital Value IndexTM.

2009
Bronx-Lebanon’s new Children’s Wing for inpatient and outpatient services opens.

“BronxCare” provides close to one million outpatient visits, among the largest for a hospital in New York City, further reinforcing Bronx-Lebanon’s essential role as “Doctor to the Community.”

2010
Bronx-Lebanon officially dedicates its Pediatric Outpatient Center in honor of baseball superstar and New York Yankee, Alex Rodriguez.

Bronx-Lebanon completes a major ER modernization, including expanded waiting and treatment areas to address the rising number of patients that depend on it (more than 135,000 ER visits annually).

Bronx-Lebanon opens a new Hospice Unit to provide compassionate end of life care.

2011
Bronx-Lebanon receives full accreditation from the Joint Commission, one of the leading accrediting authorities in the nation. Its 15 residency and Fellowship Programs are also fully accredited by American College of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and American Dental Association (ADA).

2012
Bronx-Lebanon receives New York State Department of Health designation as a health home provider in the Bronx for providing comprehensive services to the Medicaid population with chronic conditions.

Bronx-Lebanon's outpatient practices receive certification as a level three Patient Centered Medical Home (the highest level) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA).