Englewood Health Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for the Treatment of Heart Attack

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September 1, 2022 — Englewood Health has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain—MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2022.

Englewood Health is one of just 85 hospitals nationwide to receive this honor, which recognizes success in implementing higher standards of care for heart attack patients.

“This award is a testament to the dedication of our entire cardiology team to deliver the highest quality cardiovascular care,” said Samuel Suede, MD, chief of cardiology at Englewood Health. “We are continuously improving and evolving in our treatment of heart attack patients to ensure the best possible outcomes and quality of life.”

To receive the Silver Performance Achievement Award, Englewood Health demonstrated sustained achievement in the Chest Pain—MI Registry for four consecutive quarters during 2021, performed with distinction in specific performance measures and engaged in a robust quality improvement process using data to drive improvements.

“The field of cardiovascular care is constantly evolving,” said Joe De Gregorio, MD, executive director of cardiovascular services at Englewood Health. “Our team is dedicated to offering the latest advancements and technologies to our patients. It’s this commitment to constantly improving the care we deliver that sets our program apart.”

“It is an honor to award Englewood Health with the Silver Performance Award for their valuable national leadership and dedication to meeting comprehensive performance measures in patient care,” said Michael C. Kontos, MD, FACC, chair of the NCDR Chest Pain—MI Registry Steering Subcommittee, and cardiologist at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center.

Englewood Health Designated a Pancreatic Cancer “Center of Excellence” by the National Pancreas Foundation, One of Four in New Jersey

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August 31, 2022 — The Lefcourt Family Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center at Englewood Health has been recognized as a Pancreatic Cancer “Center of Excellence” by the National Pancreas Foundation (NPF).

Englewood Health joins three New Jersey centers and 154 centers nation-wide that have achieved this designation. The Center of Excellence designation reflects Englewood Health’s commitment to delivering best of class pancreatic cancer care within the community.

To become an NPF Center of Excellence, institutions must demonstrate a focus on providing high-quality, multidisciplinary, pancreatic cancer care, as well as a commitment to treating the “whole patient” rather than just their disease.

“We are honored to be designated an NPF Center for the treatment of pancreatic cancer,” said Steven Brower, MD, medical director of the Lefcourt Family Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center, chief of hepatobiliary surgery, chief of surgical oncology, and a pancreatic cancer specialist with Englewood Health.

“Having this designation speaks to our commitment to providing the best possible outcomes, unparalleled experience for the surgical, medical, and radiation oncology team members treating pancreatic cancer, and an improved quality of life for our patients.”

An approved NPF Center must also meet criteria developed by a task force of subject matter experts and patient advocates. Expert physician specialties such as gastroenterologists, pancreas surgeons, and interventional radiologists must be made available to patients, as well as patient-focused programs such as a pain management service, psychosocial support and more.

Englewood Health Named One of America’s Best Employers by Forbes, Ranked Fourth for Health Systems in New Jersey

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August 30, 2022 — Englewood Health has been named one of America’s best employers by Forbes.

In their annual Best Employers list, Forbes recognizes employers who offer competitive salaries, potential for professional growth, and inclusive work environments.

Of the thousands of employers Forbes considered for the list, only a select few from each state were recognized. Among New Jersey health systems, Englewood Health ranked fourth.

“We are honored to be considered one of America’s best employers,” said Warren Geller, president and CEO of Englewood Health.

“We strive to provide the best possible experience for our team members, whether through our employee wellness programs, access to professional development opportunities, or our continued efforts to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace.”

The Best Employers list was created in partnership with consumer data company Statista, who conducted a survey of 70,000 U.S. employees across 25 industry sectors.

Surveys were performed anonymously, allowing participants to freely share their opinions and experiences. The final list ranks just 1,382 employers across the country.

Englewood Health Appoints Erik Chu, MD, Chief of Emergency Medicine

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August 29, 2022 — Englewood Health has appointed Erik Chu, MD, chief of emergency medicine. Dr. Chu has been a part of Englewood Health’s emergency department team since 2005 and has served as its assistant medical director since 2018.

During his tenure, Dr. Chu has been a respected clinician, as well as a leader. He served a two-year term on the hospital’s Medical Executive Committee from 2016 to 2018 and currently serves as the chair of the Interdisciplinary Emergency Department Council.

In 2020, he was the recipient of the annual Physician of the Year Award, nominated by his colleagues for his commitment to the organization’s core values.

Dr. Chu succeeds Hillary Cohen, MD, MPH, who has been chief of emergency medicine since 2015. Dr. Cohen has also been vice president of medical affairs since 2018 and will be taking on an expanded role at Englewood Health as senior vice president of medical affairs.

Englewood Health’s Emergency Medical Services Receives the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus Achievement Award for the Sixth Year in a Row

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August 22, 2022 — Englewood Health’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has received its sixth consecutive American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus Achievement Award.

This award reflects the commitment of the Englewood Health EMS team to providing rapid, research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attack.

“It is an honor to be recognized by the American Heart Association year after year,” said Rick Sposa, director of emergency medical services at Englewood Health. “Our EMS team is dedicated to providing optimal care for heart attack patients to ensure they have the best possible chance of survival.”

The Mission: Lifeline achievement award is earned by institutions that demonstrate a commitment to treating patients according to the most up-to-date, research-based practices as outlined by the American Heart Association.

“Our EMTs, paramedics, and supervisors display hard work, dedication, and compassion every day,” said Barbara Schreibman MD, FACEP, EMS medical director at Englewood Health. “This is a well-deserved acknowledgment of the excellent care provided by our entire EMS team.”

Tracy’s Story – Breast Cancer Care

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After her annual mammogram detected breast cancer, mother of two Tracy Fishel underwent a double mastectomy with Dr. Rachelle Y. Leong.

“She dealt with a loved one of hers that had cancer,” Tracy said. “And so, I felt that she understood my side as a patient, as well as her side as a physician.”

Posted August 18, 2022

Englewood Health’s Maternal/Child Services Achieve Healthgrades Recognition Seven Years in a Row

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August 17, 2022 — Englewood Health has received the Healthgrades 2022 Labor and Delivery Excellence Award, the Obstetrics and Gynecology Excellence Award, as well as 5-star recognition for Vaginal Delivery and C-Section Delivery.

This marks the seventh year in a row that Englewood Health’s maternal and child services have been recognized by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians, and health systems.

“Receiving these acknowledgments from Healthgrades year after year speaks to our team’s commitment to providing exceptional women’s health services,” said Kathleen Kaminsky, MS, RN, NE-BC, senior vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at Englewood Health.

Obstetricians and gynecologists, along with other maternal/child health specialists at Englewood Health, provide the full spectrum of services including prenatal care, high-risk testing and monitoring, childbirth education, and post-pregnancy resources and support.

Englewood Health Nationally Recognized for High-Quality Stroke Care

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August 3, 2022 — Englewood Health has received the American Heart Association’s Silver Plus Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke quality achievement award.

This award recognizes Englewood Health’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.

“Receiving this quality achievement award is a testament to our ongoing efforts to bring the safest, highest-quality stroke care to our community,” said Warren Geller, president and CEO of Englewood Health.

Each year, Get With The Guidelines participants qualify for the award by demonstrating their organization’s commitment to providing quality care and educating patients to help them manage their health and recovery at home.

“Participation in Get With The Guidelines is associated with improved patient outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates – a win for health care systems, families and communities,” said Steven Messe, M.D., chairperson of the Stroke System of Care Advisory Group.

In addition, Englewood Health received the American Heart Association’s Target: Stroke Honor Roll award by meeting specific criteria that reduce the time between an eligible patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment to remove the clot causing the stroke.

Englewood Health also received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award. This award aims to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.

Englewood Health Recognized as a Best Regional Hospital, Ranked No. 6 in New Jersey

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July 26, 2022– In its annual “Best Hospitals” rankings, U.S. News & World Report named Englewood Health a Best Regional Hospital, ranking the hospital No. 6 in New Jersey and No. 24 in the New York metropolitan area.

In addition to its state and regional recognition, Englewood Health was rated as “high performing” in eight procedures and conditions: COPD, colon cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, hip fracture, kidney failure, lung cancer surgery, and stroke; and one specialty: orthopedics.

“We are proud to be named a best hospital in the state and region,” said Warren Geller, president and CEO of Englewood Health. “This mark of distinction reflects our commitment to providing the highest-quality care and the latest technological advancements to our patients across the gamut of procedures and conditions.”

The 33rd annual Best Hospitals rankings and ratings are designed to assist patients and their doctors in making informed decisions about where to receive quality care for challenging health conditions or elective procedures. For the 2022-2023 rankings and ratings, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,500 hospitals across 15 specialties and 20 procedures and conditions.

“The hospitals named to the U.S. News Honor Roll excel across numerous specialties and service lines,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. “When patients and their medical professionals are considering their options for care, the rankings are designed to help them identify hospitals that are superior in the kind of care they may need.”

For more information on the rankings and methodology of the list, visit: health.usnews.com/best-hospitals

Englewood Health Named One of the Best Hospitals in the Nation

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July 19, 2022 — Englewood Health is one of the best hospitals in the nation, according to a new list released by The Leapfrog Group.

The healthcare watchdog organization teamed up with Money—a publication that assists consumers in making wise financial decisions—to determine the best hospitals in the country.

The pair sourced data from key performance measures to determine which hospitals were distinguished for providing safe, high-quality care, excellent patient experiences and an ethical approach to treatment.

To qualify for the list, hospitals were required to carry an “A” letter grade from the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Assessment and to meet a qualitative assessment of excellence.

Just 148 hospitals nationwide made the list.

“We are honored to be recognized as one of the best hospitals in the nation,” said Warren Geller, president and CEO of Englewood Health. “This reiterates what we know to be true: that we have highly skilled, compassionate, and dedicated healthcare professionals here at Englewood Health.” For the complete list and more information about the rankings and methodology, visit: money.com/best-hospitals/.