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Varian Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for TrueBeam and Edge Radiotherapy Systems Featuring HyperSight Imaging Solution

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

HyperSight is designed to enhance accuracy in delivering radiotherapy treatments, with the goal of effective protection of healthy tissues

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  • HyperSight is designed to enhance accuracy in delivering radiotherapy treatments, with the goal of effective protection of healthy tissues
    PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Varian, a Siemens Healthineers company, announced that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for TrueBeam and Edge radiotherapy systems featuring HyperSight imaging solution.
  • By extending the groundbreaking HyperSight imaging solution optional feature to the TrueBeam and Edge systems, Varian continues to revolutionize imaging inside the radiotherapy treatment room and adds new capabilities and workflows across the entire suite of linear accelerators.
  • HyperSight on TrueBeam and Edge acquires images for all anatomical sites with a 50% faster gantry rotation, significantly reducing acquisition time.
  • VARIAN, TRUEBEAM, EDGE, ETHOS, HALCYON, HYPERSIGHT are trademarks of Varian Medical Systems, Inc., pending or registered U.S. Pat.

NYC Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, acknowledged as a Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon for 2024 by Find Local Doctors

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Monday, February 12, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, M.D., FACS, a distinguished plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise in breast, body, facial and reconstructive surgeries facial, body, and reconstructive surgeries, has been honored as a Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon for 2024 by Find Local Doctors. This prestigious recognition comes as a result of Dr. Shteynberg's outstanding reviews from satisfied patients across various online platforms.

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  • Find Local Doctors has recognized renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, as a 2024 Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon due to his large volume of five-star reviews from patients across multiple online sources.
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Aleksandr Shteynberg, M.D., FACS, a distinguished plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise in breast, body, facial and reconstructive surgeries facial, body, and reconstructive surgeries, has been honored as a Top Patient Rated New York Plastic Surgeon for 2024 by Find Local Doctors .
  • Find Local Doctors, an esteemed online directory connecting consumers with highly skilled physicians, has highlighted Dr. Shteynberg's exceptional reputation within the field of plastic surgery.
  • "It's a privilege to be recognized as a Top Patient Rated Plastic Surgeon for 2024," says Dr. Shteynberg.

Northwell Receives Largest Single Gift in Its History From Victoria and Lloyd Goldman to Support Expansion in Manhattan

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

In gratitude for a significant gift from Victoria and Lloyd Goldman — the largest single gift in Northwell’s history — Northwell Health will name its new medical pavilion under construction on the Upper East Side of Manhattan the Victoria and Lloyd Goldman Medical Pavilion.

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  • In gratitude for a significant gift from Victoria and Lloyd Goldman — the largest single gift in Northwell’s history — Northwell Health will name its new medical pavilion under construction on the Upper East Side of Manhattan the Victoria and Lloyd Goldman Medical Pavilion.
  • The gift was announced at Northwell’s annual Constellation Gala held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on November 14th and includes an endowment to establish the Victoria and Lloyd Goldman Professorship.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231115848930/en/
    L-r: Northwell President and CEO Michael J. Dowling and benefactors Lloyd and Victoria Goldman stand beside a model of the future Victoria and Lloyd Goldman Medical Pavilion, which is slated to open on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in 2026.
  • The undisclosed gift amount contributes toward the $450 million, 15-floor, 200,000-square-foot complex, which is slated to open in 2026.

Mainstay Medical Announces Completion of Enrollment of RESTORE Clinical Trial of ReActiv8® in the United States

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Mainstay Medical Holdings plc today announced the completion of enrollment in its RESTORE randomized clinical study of ReActiv8 for the treatment of intractable chronic low back pain.

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  • Mainstay Medical Holdings plc today announced the completion of enrollment in its RESTORE randomized clinical study of ReActiv8 for the treatment of intractable chronic low back pain.
  • The RESTORE (ReActiv8 Stimulation Therapy vs Optimal Medical Management: A Randomized Evaluation) clinical study is a prospective, randomized controlled trial conducted at 25 leading centers in the U.S.
  • Eligible patients were randomized to either continue with their optimal medical management or ReActiv8 Restorative Neurostimulation therapy plus optimal medical management.
  • Jason Hannon, CEO of Mainstay Medical, stated: “We are proud to have reached this important milestone in the RESTORE clinical trial as we continue to demonstrate the clinical efficacy and positive economic impact of ReActiv8.

Northwell Health Summer Hamptons Evening event raises $1M for women’s health research and programs

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Music superstar and renowned dancer, choreographer and TV personality Paula Abdul performed at Northwell Health’s fifth annual Summer Hamptons Evening (SHE) on August 12, which raised $1 million for the Katz Institute for Women’s Health .

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  • Music superstar and renowned dancer, choreographer and TV personality Paula Abdul performed at Northwell Health’s fifth annual Summer Hamptons Evening (SHE) on August 12, which raised $1 million for the Katz Institute for Women’s Health .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230817788107/en/
    Supporters of the event are raising health for the women in the communities Northwell serves.
  • The campaign’s objectives include improving hospitals and clinical programs, accelerating research and funding endowment.
  • For more information about supporting the Katz Institute for Women’s Health and Northwell Health, visit northwell.edu/katz-institute-for-womens-health

Northwell Health is New York’s most awarded health system by U.S. News

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Two other Northwell hospitals also placed in the top 10 in state rankings, and dozens of programs across the health system were also ranked incredibly well.

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  • Two other Northwell hospitals also placed in the top 10 in state rankings, and dozens of programs across the health system were also ranked incredibly well.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230801769477/en/
    Dozens of Northwell specialty programs were ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
  • “We are proud to see Northwell recognized as New York State’s most-awarded health system.
  • The health system has more hospitals ranked as the top in the state, and has more specialties ranked nationally as well.

Three Northwell Hospitals Earn CMS 5-Star Ratings

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Seven Northwell Health hospitals have received four-star or better ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – led by three five-star hospitals on Long Island – as part of its 2023 Five-Star Quality Rating System, which were announced today.

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  • Seven Northwell Health hospitals have received four-star or better ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – led by three five-star hospitals on Long Island – as part of its 2023 Five-Star Quality Rating System, which were announced today.
  • Northwell also earned four-star ratings at Glen Cove Hospital , Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan, Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco and Staten Island University Hospital .
  • Northwell, New York State’s largest health system and private employer, saw 11 of the 12 hospitals evaluated either maintain or improve their CMS standing since 2022.
  • “Northwell Health analyzes the results of each hospital’s CMS report each year, internalizes them, course corrects where needed and strives to reach higher,” said Michael Dowling , Northwell’s president and CEO.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Jennifer Ann Montes as a Most Trusted Healthcare Professional for her contributions to the Surgical Field

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

FLEMINGTON, N.J., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jennifer Ann Montes is acknowledged as a Most Trusted Healthcare Professional for her contributions to the Surgical Field.

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  • FLEMINGTON, N.J., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jennifer Ann Montes is acknowledged as a Most Trusted Healthcare Professional for her contributions to the Surgical Field.
  • She capped her scholarship at Temple University School of Medicine obtaining a medical degree and completing her surgical training at Lenox Hill Hospital.
  • The doctor is passionate about creating authentic, personal relationships with her patients, and in 2020, started a non-profit organization called Evolve Pink.
  • Board certified in general surgery, Dr. Montes is the Director of Hunterdon Breast Surgery Center, serving patients in Flemington and Washington, NJ.

CaringKind to Host the 27th Annual Forget-Me-Not Gala, on June 12th at The Pierre, with a Star-Studded Lineup Including David Hyde Pierce, Peter Gabriel, Q-Tip, and more

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Monday, June 5, 2023

The Forget-Me-Not Gala is a way for CaringKind to continue to raise essential funds to support the myriad of programs they offer.

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  • The Forget-Me-Not Gala is a way for CaringKind to continue to raise essential funds to support the myriad of programs they offer.
  • David Hyde Pierce, who received the Tony's Isabelle Stevenson Award for his longtime advocacy and support for Alzheimer's care and research, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening.
  • At the Gala, CaringKind will honor three outstanding individuals and groups for their significant contributions to the Alzheimer's community.
  • For further information about the Forget-Me-Not Gala, including donations, please visit www.caringkindnyc.org/gala or contact Courtney Dawson at 646-744-2932 or [email protected] .

Surgeons Successfully Complete First Surgical Cases Using Stryker’s Q Guidance System with Cranial Guidance Software

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Stryker (NYSE:SYK), one of the world’s leading medical technology companies, announced that Early Product Surveillance (EPS) cases utilizing its Q Guidance System with Cranial Guidance Software are underway.

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  • Stryker (NYSE:SYK), one of the world’s leading medical technology companies, announced that Early Product Surveillance (EPS) cases utilizing its Q Guidance System with Cranial Guidance Software are underway.
  • The technology provides surgeons with image-based planning and an intraoperative guidance system designed to support cranial surgeries.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230524005371/en/
    Stryker's Q Guidance System with Cranial Guidance Software provides surgeons with image-based planning and an intraoperative guidance system designed to support cranial surgeries.
  • Cranial Guidance Software provides a single solution to track brain biopsy and shunt placement instruments, and includes automatic, algorithmic processing as well as comprehensive segmentation capabilities.