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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
April 7th 2024
MediSys Health Network Officially Opens New Cancer Center In Queens
The MediSys Health Network (comprised of Jamaica Hospital Medical Center and Flushing Hospital Medical Center) is pleased to announce the official opening of its new cancer center. The excitin Read more about MediSys Health Network Officially Opens New Cancer Center In Queens […]
February 28th 2024
Jamaica Hospital Surgical Team Completes First Percutaneous AV Fistula Procedure In Queens
We are pleased to share that a Jamaica Hospital Medical Center surgical team has completed the first percutaneous AV fistula procedure performed in Queens. The team led by vascular surgeon Dr. Mina Read more about Jamaica Hospital Surgical Team Completes First Percutaneous AV Fistula Procedure In Queens[…]
February 1st 2024
Jamaica Hospital Named One Of America’s 100 Best Hospitals
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is pleased to announce that it has been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2024, by Healthgrades. The achievement places Jamaica Hospital in the top 2% Read more about Jamaica Hospital Named One Of America’s 100 Best Hospitals[…]
June 16th 2023
Jamaica Hospital Announces Groundbreaking For New Emergency Department
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center has announced that it will be breaking ground for its new Emergency Department (ED) on Friday, June 16th. This is the first major expansion of the hospital’s ED to Read more about Jamaica Hospital Announces Groundbreaking For New Emergency Department[…]
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[…]
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
13 September 2024
The Importance of Staying Up To Date With COVID Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that individuals aged six months and older should receive the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. COVID-19 vaccines effectively protect you from severe illness; however, their efficiency decreases over time. This is why it … Continue reading →
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12 September 2024
Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
A subconjunctival hemorrhage occurs when a tiny blood vessel breaks underneath the clear surface of your eye called the conjunctiva. The most common sign/symptom of a subconjunctival hemorrhage is a bright red spot on the white of your eye. The … Continue reading →
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10 September 2024
Oral Health
Your oral health is more important than you might realize. The health of your mouth, teeth, and gums can affect your overall health. Like other areas of the body, the mouth is full of germs. Those germs are mostly harmless, … Continue reading →
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7 September 2024
MPox
Mpox previously known as monkeypox, is a viral illness caused by the monkeypox virus. The virus usually affects rats, mice, or monkeys. But it can occur in people as well. Mpox usually occurs in Central and West Africa. Cases outside … Continue reading →
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6 September 2024
A Flavorsome and Comforting Chicken Chili Recipe for Fall Dinners
As the summer fades into fall, here is a comforting and delicious recipe for chicken chili to add to your dinner rotation. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/katie-lee/chicken-chili-3869708 All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or … Continue reading →
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5 September 2024
Sickle Cell Awareness Month
September is sickle cell awareness month. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders that affect hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen through the body. It is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United … Continue reading →
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4 September 2024
Hand Hygiene for Children
Hand hygiene is essential for overall health. Parents and caretakers play an important role in teaching children how to wash their hands. Good hand washing is the first line of defense against the spread of many illnesses as it is … Continue reading →
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3 September 2024
Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a serious infection that causes encephalitis or severe brain inflammation. It is spread through the bite of a mosquito infected with the EEE virus or EEEV. Eastern equine encephalitis cannot be transmitted from person to … Continue reading →
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29 August 2024
Employee Spotlight Shines on Denise Roman, PT, DPT
This month, we are proud to shine our Employee Spotlight on Denise Roman, PT, DPT, PPS coordinator and a PT supervisor in the department of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Denise has been at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center for 34 years. … Continue reading →
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28 August 2024
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety disorder is a medical condition that causes intense fear of being judged or watched by others in social situations. Social anxiety disorder typically begins in the early to mid-teens, though it can sometimes start in younger children or … Continue reading →
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