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Summer Safety Tips & Vitamin D
 Review these safety tips by NWH experts.... Vitamin D and the benefits of a the right amount of summer sun. >>
The Breast Institute Expands to Yorktown
A woman’s self-esteem is an integral part of the treatment and healing process, explains Dr. Philip Bonanno, Director of the Aesthetic Institute.
“Taking into account how women want to look and feel at the end of successful treatment and designing the entire process around this objective is critical,” he said. Read more. >>
NWH 2010 Events
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Orthopedic & Spine Institute
Top-notch care close to home
 The OSI integrates orthopedics, neurosurgery, pain management, internal medicine, and physical therapy--providing the most comprehensive care possible.
“We provide a wide range of treatments and minimally invasive procedures close to home that are customized to meet the needs of each patient,” says Victor Khabie, MD. Read more. >>
Drs. Khabie & Karas, Co-Directors of the OSI
Kids & Sports: Getting back in the game--safely
Victor Khabie, MD, spends a lot of time treating
children and adolescents with sports-related
injuries--wrist and back injuries from
soccer or gymnastics, and shoulder and knee
injuries from football, baseball or basketball.
"Overuse is the main cause of these injuries," says
Dr. Khabie. Read more. >>
Physicial Therapy: A question of balance
 According to Seth Shifrin, MD, a sports medicine physician at the Mount Kisco Medical Group, “Very few people live with perfect symmetry. Most people favor their right or left side and tend to use that side to the detriment of the opposite side. Some activities can also lead to imbalance.” These imbalances can lead to injuries. Read more. >>
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Busting Out for NWH
When a friend urged her to attend the grand opening of the Breast Institute at NWH, Tanis Moore, a Rippowam Cisqua teacher, never imagined that she would soon experience its services first-hand. “The day I was diagnosed [with breast cancer], my sons came home, and I made popovers while we all sat in the kitchen with my husband Jim trying to digest the news. Read more. >>
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Elevating Patient Care
Identifying ways to continuously improve patient care at NWH is a primary focus for Dr. Marla Koroly, SVP for Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer. Read the interview with Dr. Koroly about steps that hospitals must take to ensure that patients consistently receive a high standard of medical care.
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NWH Needs You
The Auxiliary of Northern Westchester Hospital
Strengthen NWH’s ties with the community by developing outreach and education programs.
Call 914-234-5453
The Ken Hamilton Caregivers Center
Become a Caregiver Coach and help family caregivers maneuver some of their daily challenges. Offer emotional support &encouragement.
Call 914-242-8128
Twigs
Work at the Thrift Shop at 449 Lexington Avenue, Mount Kisco. All net proceeds are donated to the Hospital.
Call 914-666-6557
The Art Cart
Help with this innovative new program, which allows patients to select the art in their rooms.
Call 914-242-8168
1916 Society: Planning for the Future
Members help NWH continue to thrive for generations to come. There are many ways to use planned giving to support the Hospital and realize financial and tax benefits for you and your family.
Call 914-242-8392
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“Healthy food can be tasty food,” says Chef Mike, who has been charged with changing the Hospital’s room service, patient menus and cafeteria, as well as developing a catering menu. 
X-rays, MRI, Mammogram, CT Scans...
