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Welcome to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center's Public Affairs Department. It is our intention to keep the community informed of the many activities, services and programs at Jamaica Hospital.
The Public Affairs Department provides immediate response to all media inquiries, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To contact us during normal business hours, please call 718-206-6020. If you are calling regarding a developing story during evening or weekend hours, please call the hospital switchboard at 718-206-6000 and ask the operator to contact the on-call representative and we will return your call immediately. To speak with a member of our team about a story you are working on, please feel free to contact us directly.
Public Affairs Staff
Michael Hinck, Director, Public Affairs
718-206-8739
mhinck@jhmc.org
Xavia Malcolm, Assistant Director, Public Affairs
718-206-6746
xmalcolm@jhmc.org
Press Releases
March 16th 2023
Jamaica Hospital First In Queens To Successfully Complete DVT Procedure Using Protrieve™ and ClotTriever BOLD™
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center recently announced being the first hospital in Queens to use Protrieve™ and ClotTriever BOLD™ for the treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT occurs when Read more about Jamaica Hospital First In Queens To Successfully Complete DVT Procedure Using Protrieve™ and ClotTriever BOLD™ […]
January 12th 2023
MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER AND MEDISYS HEALTH NETWORK ANNOUNCE NEW COLLABORATION TO ENHANCE CANCER CARE IN QUEENS
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) and MediSys Health Network (Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and Flushing Hospital Medical Center) today announced a new collaboration that will expand acc Read more about MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER AND MEDISYS HEALTH NETWORK ANNOUNCE NEW COLLABORATION TO ENHANCE CANCER CARE IN QUEENS[…]
December 15th 2022
Jamaica Hospital Announces The Opening Of Its New, State-Of-The-Art Pediatric Eye Center
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center announced the opening of its new pediatric ophthalmology center. Construction of the state-of-the-art facility and the purchase of equipment was made possible thanks t Read more about Jamaica Hospital Announces The Opening Of Its New, State-Of-The-Art Pediatric Eye Center[…]
December 8th 2022
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center First Hospital in Queens to Utilize Ceribell Rapid Response Technology
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is the first hospital in Queens to utilize the most advanced technology to detect and diagnose seizure activity for critically ill patients to ensure they receive the Read more about Jamaica Hospital Medical Center First Hospital in Queens to Utilize Ceribell Rapid Response Technology[…]
September 27th 2022
Jamaica Hospital Now Offers The Mako SmartRobotics Surgical Platform
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is proud to introduce the innovative Mako SmartRobotics surgical platform to our Department of Orthopedic Surgery. This state-of-the-art advancement in joint replaceme Read more about Jamaica Hospital Now Offers The Mako SmartRobotics Surgical Platform […]
June 9th 2022
Jamaica Hospital Signs M.O.U. With Members of The NYC Crisis Management System King of Kings, Life Camp, Sheltering Arms Children and Family Services- Rock Safe Streets To Address Gun Violence Epidemic In Our Community
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, firearm violence is a serious public health problem. About 124 people in the U.S. die each day from firearm-related injuries. Gun violen Read more about Jamaica Hospital Signs M.O.U. With Members of The NYC Crisis Management System King of Kings, Life Camp, Sheltering Arms Children and Family Services- Rock Safe Streets To Address Gun Violence Epidemic In Our Community[…]
March 11th 2022
MediSys Health Network CEO Named to the Mayor’s Health Equity Task Force
On February 17, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the formation of his administration’s COVID-19 Recovery Roundtable and Health Equity Task Force. This task force was created to advise the a Read more about MediSys Health Network CEO Named to the Mayor’s Health Equity Task Force[…]
March 8th 2022
Jamaica Hospital Receives Top Honors in Healthgrades 2022 Awards
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center has once again earned multiple, top-ranking Healthgrades awards for 2022, classifying the network as a nationally recognized, high-performing healthcare organization. Read more about Jamaica Hospital Receives Top Honors in Healthgrades 2022 Awards[…]
November 11th 2021
Jamaica Hospital Opens New, State-Of-The-Art Orthopedic Surgery Center
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center announced that it will be opening its new, ultra-modern, orthopedic surgery center on November 11, 2021. The 4,800 square foot center was created to provide a patien Read more about Jamaica Hospital Opens New, State-Of-The-Art Orthopedic Surgery Center[…]
June 3rd 2021
Jamaica Hospital Receives Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence Designation
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is proud to receive Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICOE) designation from the American College of Radiology (ACR). To receive this elite distinction, facili Read more about Jamaica Hospital Receives Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence Designation[…]
March 31st 2021
Jamaica Hospital Neurosurgeons Perform First Ever Cerebral Bypass Operation in Queens
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center neurosurgeons were the first ever in Queens to perform a life-saving cerebrovascular operation. The surgical team led by Dr. Mohsen Nouri and Dr. Amrit Chiluwal succes Read more about Jamaica Hospital Neurosurgeons Perform First Ever Cerebral Bypass Operation in Queens[…]
March 19th 2021
Jamaica Hospital Ranked Among 2021’s Best Hospitals In America
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is the proud recipient of the Healthgrades 2021 America's 250 Best Hospitals award. This premier distinction is only given to hospitals that rank in the top 5% in the Read more about Jamaica Hospital Ranked Among 2021’s Best Hospitals In America[…]
November 11th 2020
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Uses Novel Integrative Health Approach for Post-COVID Care
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens is delivering an innovative integrative care model for recovering coronavirus patients. The hospital’s Post-COVID Care Center is going beyond routine medic Read more about Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Uses Novel Integrative Health Approach for Post-COVID Care[…]
September 18th 2020
MediSys Health Network Announces Opening of Community Post-COVID Care Center
During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, most health authorities were operating under the belief that the virus, while extremely dangerous for some, was a short-term illness. Most young, hea Read more about MediSys Health Network Announces Opening of Community Post-COVID Care Center […]
September 14th 2020
Jamaica Hospital Receives 2020 Women's Care Awards
Healthgrades, a leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems, recently announced their 2020 list of Women’s Care Awards recipients and this year Jamaica Hospital Medical Read more about Jamaica Hospital Receives 2020 Women's Care Awards[…]
March 12th 2020
Jamaica Hospital Confirms First Case of COVID-19
On March 11, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center received confirmation from the NYC DOH that one of our patients tested positive for COVID-19. This is the first confirmed case at our hospital. As a hosp Read more about Jamaica Hospital Confirms First Case of COVID-19[…]
Clinical Experts
Please see Jamaica Hospital’s directory of experienced clinicians who can provide expert insight and analysis on a wide variety of health care topics.
Gina Basello
Family Medicine, Palliative Care, Integrative Care
Many of our physicians have a great deal of media experience. To discuss arranging an interview, please call the Public Affairs Department at 718-206-6020.
Social Media Articles
24 May 2023
Patient Testimonial: Patient Yvette Sweeney Tells Jamaica Hospital Team, “You Are Amazing!”
Yvette Sweeney has dealt with poor circulation and chronic cellulitis for much of her life, but her most recent experience was extremely serious. After being discharged from the hospital earlier this year, following the treatment of an infection, Ms. Sweeney … Continue reading →
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23 May 2023
Tips To Encourage Family Fitness
Making fitness a priority in your family can provide several health benefits for your loved ones. Exercising regularly as a group can help family members maintain a healthy weight, improve concentration and focus, strengthen bones and muscles, improve coordination and … Continue reading →
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23 May 2023
A Memorial Day Weekend Recipe – Crunchy Lemonade Drumsticks
Memorial Day Weekend calls for an easy to prepare, crunchy lemonade drumstick for all to enjoy. Here is a recipe from the Food Network that we recommend. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/crunchy-lemonade-drumsticks-recipe-1973148 All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only … Continue reading →
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17 May 2023
What is Optic Neuritis?
Optic neuritis is inflammation of the optic nerve, which transmits visual signals from the eye to the brain. This inflammation causes damage to the myelin (an insulating sheath that covers the nerve and helps transmit these signals), leading to symptoms … Continue reading →
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12 May 2023
May is Celiac Disease Awareness Month
The month of May has been designated as National Celiac Disease Awareness Month. Celiac Disease affects one in 133 people in the United States. It is estimated that only 5% percent of the people who are affected are aware that … Continue reading →
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10 May 2023
What is Sciatica?
Sciatica is nerve pain that can occur throughout the lower back, buttocks, hips, and down the legs. This pain may be mild or severe and cause a variety of sensations, including anything from sharp or shooting pain to a burning … Continue reading →
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3 May 2023
Employee Spotlight Shines on Karen Clemente, PA
This month, we are proud to shine our Employee Spotlight on Karen Clemente, Physician Assistant in the Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Emergency Department. She has been a member of our team for 12 years. Karen was born in the Philippines … Continue reading →
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2 May 2023
Lupus Awareness Month
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation in many different parts of the body, including (but not limited to) your joints, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs, as well as other organs. Lupus is often distinguished by a … Continue reading →
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27 April 2023
Employee Spotlight Shines on Ida Ogrenaj, RMA
This month, we are proud to shine our employee spotlight on Ida Ogrenaj, Registered Medical Assistant in the TJH Medical suite at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center. She has been working at our hospital for the past seven years. Ida grew … Continue reading →
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26 April 2023
What is Neuropathic Pain?
Neuropathic pain occurs when your body sends pain signals to your brain, triggering a shooting or burning sensation as well as potential numbness. People who experience neuropathic pain may also have trouble sleeping due to their symptoms, potentially resulting in … Continue reading →
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