Dr. Walter Ralph, Acting Chairman, Ear, Nose, and Throat, examining patient. Ear, Nose, and Throat Providing Efficient, Effective, and Compassionate Care Dr. Srinivasan Krishna, Vice Chairman/Director, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Ear, Nose, and Throat, performing procedure on patient. The Ear, Nose, and Throat Department, also known as the Department of Otolaryngology/ Head and Neck Surgery (ENT), under the leadership of Dr. Walter Ralph, Jr. , Acting Chairman, performs highly complex and advanced procedures for diseases of the ears, nose, throat, and neck. This past year, the ENT team provided...
Dr. Kevin R. Jain serves as the Director of BronxCare Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care and Section Chief of Medical Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Jain is a highly renowned and experienced specialist in the treatment of gynecologic malignancies, gastrointestinal oncology, lung cancer and lymphoma, among other oncology areas. Prior to joining BronxCare, he served on the faculty of Yale Medical Group at Yale New Haven Hospital. About Dr. Kevin R. Jain
Federal Torts Claims Act Deemed Facilities Certain of facilities of BronxCare Hospital Center, as a sub-grantee of BronxCare Integrated Services, Inc., pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 254b, are Federally Qualified Health Center ("FQHC") sites. Some of the healthcare providers at these FQHC sites are deemed Public Health Service employees under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n). BronxCare Hospital Center is a "Federal Tort Claims Act ("FTCA") Deemed" facility in connection with services provided at these FQHC sites, which means BronxCare Hospital Center is insured by the federal government for actions within its FQHC scope. Additional information may be obtained from the FQHC site...
Erica Dusseldorp , RN Vice President, Patient Care Services/Chief Nursing Officer As Vice President, Patient Care Services/Chief Nursing Officer, Erica Dusseldorp, RN, is applying her vast experience and expertise in the nursing field to the benefit of BronxCare’s patients, staff, and the community. At BronxCare, Ms. Dusseldorp’s responsibilities include oversight of the day-to-day operations and long-term strategic planning for the inpatient care units at the Concourse Division. In addition, key supporting departments, including Nursing Education, Nursing Quality, Nursing Finance, and Nursing Supply Chain, fall under her purview. She is also taking on...
Dr. William Lois, Chairman, Surgery BronxCare’s Department of Surgery is at the forefront of advancing technology. Under the leadership of its Chairman, Dr. William Lois , this department is continuing to recruit highly trained surgeons who bring the highest caliber of surgical skills and their proven experience, clearly helping patients and the community. At BronxCare, a full range of general surgical services, including gastrointestinal surgery and surgical oncology as well as bariatric and breast surgery, are provided. Advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgeries are also available, and a Comprehensive Breast Care Center is responding to the needs...
2015 Community Service Plan Update Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center's 2015 Community Service Plan Update describes our dedicated efforts and success in Promoting Health Care Excellence . In looking to the future, we are confident that Bronx-Lebanon will reach out to the community with quality and compassionate patient care, new facilities, and needed programs. We will keep patients safe and healthy by healing, teaching, and caring, and assuring 100% access to our services. Download the 2015 Community Service Plan Update
“It was my first pregnancy and the doctors, nurses, and entire staff provided me with the expert care and attention I needed every step of the way. Thank you, BronxCare, for bringing my son Javier into the world.” “When it came time to deliver my baby by C-Section, I was afraid. The doctors, nurses, and entire team eased my fears and cared for me as if I were a member of their family. Now my son Zaire is thriving, and I thank BronxCare for making the birthing experience such a memorable one for me.” For an appointment, call (718) 518-5000. Patient Success Stories Ariel...
Health Plan Participation BronxCare Health System and its employed physicians are participating providers in the networks of the health plans listed below. We may not participate with every individual benefit program offered by these health plans. For example, many health plans offer a smaller network of providers with benefit programs provided through the health insurance exchange. You should contact the applicable health plan to confirm participation in a particular benefit program. 1199SEIU Aetna Aetna NYC Community Affinity By Molina Agewell New York AmidaCare ArchCare Beacon Health Options (Behavioral Health Third Party Administrator)...
Kafa Meshrqi Director, Human Resources Operations Kafa Meshrqi, as the new Director of Human Resources Operations, is building on her experience and accomplishments in the field. Ms. Meshrqi comes to BronxCare from St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers where her responsibilities included benefit management, human resources information systems, union contract negotiations, and human resources operations. Ms. Meshrqi also holds a Bachelor’s degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology, where she majored in Civil Engineering, and a Master’s degree from Mercy College in Public Administration. As Director, Human Resources Operations, Ms....
IN THE NEWS ¦ November 4, 2021 Mount Sinai Partners to Open New Cancer Facility Erica Carbajal Becker's Hospital Review New York City-based Mount Sinai Health System and BronxCare Health System opened a 10,000-square-foot cancer facility, a Nov. 4 press release said. The new BronxCare Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care in New York City's Bronx borough will offer medical oncology, surgical oncology and support services. It features 20 chemotherapy bays, a specialized oncology pharmacy and advanced radiation oncology care. The new center will be directed by Kevin Jain, MD, section chief of medical oncology and...