Mar. 21, 2025 By Czarinna Andres St. John’s Episcopal Hospital is moving forward with the construction of a new Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) unit in Far Rockaway, thanks to $1 million in capital funding secured by New York State Sen. James Sanders Jr. The funding, announced Tuesday, marks a major investment in…
Feb. 24, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Episcopal Health Services (EHS) has been putting a lot of effort into trying to eliminate the stigma among members of the Hispanic/Latino community in Far Rockaway when it comes to seeking out mental health assistance. According to EHS Vice President of Behavioral Health Services Tanya Barros, MA, LMHC,…
Feb. 10, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Episcopal Health Services (EHS) has announced the appointment of two key leaders to enhance its digital and quality care initiatives. John Rossi will take on the role of Vice President, Chief Digital Information Officer, while Dr. Robert Bloise, Jr. will serve as Chief Quality Officer, both bringing extensive…
Jan. 16, 2025 QNS News Team Nearly 90 families received holiday gifts and essentials in 2024 through the St. John’s ICARE Foundation’s annual Adopt-A-Family program, an initiative aimed at easing the financial burden for those in need during the holiday season. The St. John’s ICARE Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm of St. John’s…
Jan. 13, 2025 By Czarinna Andres St. John’s Medical Group, part of Episcopal Health Services in Far Rockaway, has announced the addition of two surgeons to its team, bolstering its commitment to high-quality patient care. The appointment of Dr. Patrick DePippo and Dr. Michael Stein, was announced on Tuesday, Jan. 7. Dr. DePippo, recently…
Dec. 31, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Hundreds of families on the Rockaway Peninsula enjoyed a brighter holiday season this year, thanks to the St. John’s ICARE Foundation’s annual Community Toy Giveaway. The event, held on Dec. 20 at the Bayswater Jewish Community Center, turned the venue into a winter wonderland. Families received age-appropriate bags…
Dec. 10, 2024 QNS News Team Episcopal Health Services (EHS) in Far Rockaway, has appointed Vanessa Nazario, MBA, as Chief Social Impact Officer, a role in which she will lead the organization’s social impact initiatives, with a particular focus on health equity and fostering belonging within the community. In her new position, Nazario will…
Nov. 1, 2024 QNS News Team Episcopal Health Services (EHS) in Far Rockaway held its annual National Depression Screening Day on Thursday, Oct. 10, offering free mental health screenings and resources in the parking lot of St. John’s Episcopal Hospital. The event, organized by the Population Health team at EHS, aimed to address the…
Oct. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Episcopal Health Services (EHS), a prominent healthcare provider serving the Rockaway Peninsula and Five Towns, has announced the expansion of its Cancer Services Program to offer no-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings and diagnostic services. Supported by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), these services are…
Oct. 17, 2024 By Czarinna Andres The St. John’s ICARE Foundation, based in Far Rockaway, is dedicated to supporting St. John’s Episcopal Hospital through fundraising efforts that improve healthcare services for the local community. Recently, the foundation held its 27th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament at North Hills Country Club, raising $500,000 for the hospital’s…