NewYork-Presbyterian Queens

We are proud to share that NewYork-Presbyterian Queens has achieved 4 stars from The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Service, becoming the only hospital in the borough to earn this ranking in quality, patient safety, and outcomes. We are incredibly thankful and grateful for the partnership of our staff. For our patients, this means that they continue to receive the top level of care in the borough of #Queens and do not have to leave the borough for excellent care, said Jaclyn Mucaria, president of #NYPQueens. Learn more about this incredible honor with QNS: https://nyphosp.co/3vQrZFy CC: Medicare

Today, we celebrate moms at #NYP, and moms everywhere for their dedication, compassion, and endless love. #HappyMothersDay

In honor of #NursesWeek, #NYP nurses shared thoughts of inspiration and what it meant to care for our communities through the #COVID19 pandemic. Each of these #NYPHeroes echoes the sentiment of their fellow colleagues expressions of gratitude, purpose and above all else, love. They remind us why they became nurses in the first place, possessing a unique ability to tap into the strength within themselves to pay it forward. Join us in applauding our nurses for always #PuttingPatientsFirst: https://nyphosp.co/3vDBkRc

Elizabeth Yuko is a COVID-19 long-hauler. Diagnosed with the #coronavirus one year ago, she continues to experience a myriad of symptoms including, fatigue and difficulty concentrating. Elizabeth is not alone. Researchers estimate that 10%-30% of people infected with #COVID19 experience long-term waxing and waning symptoms. Experts from #NYP spoke with #HealthMatters about what researchers are doing to understand and treat it: https://nyphosp.co/3gZaaQq

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital’s Dalio Center for Health Justice explains why the #COVID vaccine is safe, and how decades of solid research and scientific review helped pave the way. Together, we can curtail the threat of #COVID19. Protect yourself. Protect others. CC: Weill Cornell Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center

What’s the difference between PCR and rapid testing? When is the best time to get tested following possible exposure to #COVID19? An #NYP infectious disease specialist answers these questions and more with #HealthMatters: https://nyphosp.co/3s1jaYI CC: Weill Cornell Medicine

Our #2 post of 2020 lifted our spirits through song, as NewYork-Presbyterian Queens’ Dawn Jones and Kym Villamer held mini-concerts for a bright break in routine during challenging times. My prayer when I come to work is may I be light in darkness. Dawn and Kym used their powerful voices to help boost the spirits of their fellow healthcare workers on the front lines of #COVID19. They embarked on a hospital-wide tour, singing 'Ain't No Mountain High Enough' to each unit the...y visit and there was no shortage of smiles or dancing. Learn more about their inspiring act of positivity: https://nyphosp.co/2S7XdXn #NYPYearInReview

Celebrating new beginnings! #NYPQueens delivered their first baby of #2021 to proud mom Yuan Li, who welcomed her #NewYearsBaby boy at 12:20 am, weighing in at 8lbs 6oz. Join us in wishing them all the best!

#COVID brain fog. What is it? NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital neurologists help us better understand how a respiratory illness is leading to a pattern of neurological problems in some patients. Learn more about this emerging health concern and how it’s being treated: http://nyphosp.co/3hl9Dqj ... CC: Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medicine

How does the COVID-19 vaccine work? Should I still get vaccinated if I’ve had #COVID19? As the novel coronavirus vaccine rolls out across the country, hear from an #NYP infectious disease expert on its safety, and when it’s likely to be available to the general public: http://nyphosp.co/2JwXZvZ

The encouragement from our communities and fellow front line workers helped carry our teams through as we faced the demands of the #COVID19 pandemic. Our #3 post of the year reflects the meaningful messages of gratitude received from near and far. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) made their appreciation for our #NYPHeroes felt, seen, and heard outside NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. #ThankYou to #NewYorksBravest for taking the time to salute our #HealthCareHeroes, and for fighting alongside them for the #Queens community and beyond. #ClapBecauseWeCare #NYPYearInReview

Our #NYPQueens family wishes you a happy and healthy #NewYear! As we welcome 2021, we reflect and thank our #NYPHeroes for their compassion, strength and perseverance they showed all year long. Our lifesaving work wouldn't be possible without them. Drop a to join us in celebrating!

This year reinforced solidarity, camaraderie and unity as shown by our #4 post of 2020 featuring an #AmericaStrong flyover honoring our health care heroes at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. We extend our sincere thanks to the Air Force Thunderbirds & U.S. Navy Blue Angels for their salute honoring our #NYPHeroes and all those on the front lines of #COVID19. We are grateful for the support as we face this battle together. #NYPYearInReview

As 2020 draws to a close, we’re proud to look back on our top posts of the year. Our #5 post shares the opening of a new unit during the pandemic. With a blessing and songs of inspiration, NewYork-Presbyterian Queens opened a new unit in the spring, transforming the hospital’s cafeteria into a clinical space fully functional to treat #COVID19 patients. Staff came together for the opening in an uplifting gathering, sharing hope, and celebrating the courage and perseverance of our #NYPHeroes and patients as we work to overcome #COVID19 together. Learn more from QNS on how #NYPQueens worked diligently to expand care: https://nyphosp.co/2zhk2S0 #NYPYearInReview

#SeasonsGreetings from our #NYP Family to yours! #HappyHolidays