RUMC Connections

It’s a man’s disease.” “But I’m too young.” “Breast cancer is the real threat.” If you’ve heard or said any of this before, you’re not alone. The real fact is, relying on these false assumptions can cost you your life. It’s time to set the record straight and start thinking of heart disease as a disease that doesn’t spare women and children. Your health is non-negotiable; we need to separate fact from fiction so that together, we can stop this killer once and for all. February is “American Heart Month” and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, with one person dying every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease. We’re joined today by Richmond University Medical Center’s Chief of the Cardiovascular Department, Dr. Francesco Rotatori to debunk some of the myths about cardiovascular health.

Drug addiction is a complex disease; it takes more than willpower to overcome the problem. However, with the right treatment and support, positive change is always possible regardless of the circumstance. In this episode, Meredith is joined by Ileana Acosta, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), who is the Program Manager of the Adult and Adolescent substance abuse programs at RUMC, and Anthony Arpaia, RN who works for the addiction programs to discuss the variety of comprehensive addiction treatment programs and services at the Center for Integrative Behavioral Medicine.

In this episode, Meredith, Alex and Dan are joined by two of Richmond University Medical Center's Emergency Medical Service (EMS) leaders, Angela Ciocia and James Donnelly to learn more about life on an ambulance as well as what it takes to be an EMT or Paramedic.

Continuing the conversation with Dr. Loren Harris, Chair of the Department of Surgery at Richmond University Medical Center. Last episode, we talked about robotic surgical services that are performed at RUMC. In this episode, we'll shift our focus to talk more about RUMC's Surgical Department and the various procedures its surgeons are performing each day from outpatient to some of the most complex, advanced surgeries. Dr. Harris will also share some behind the scenes news on RUMC’s new operating suites, coming later this year.

Continuing the conversation with Johnathan LeBaron, DO, Chair, Emergency Medicine; and Assistant Vice President of Emergency Department Nursing, Jean Gordon, Rn in discussing how RUMC's new ED offers some of the best emergency care in NYC. In this episode, we take a deep dive into understanding the level of care RUMC's new ED provides and how its amazing staff is able to stay on top of their patients needs.

In this podcast episode, we are joined by the Chair of Richmond University Medical Center’s Cardiovascular Department, Francesco Rotatori, MD. Dr. Rotatori discusses heart health, heart disease, how lifestyle choices have a major impact on your heart health, and provides examples of small steps that you can take to start living a healthier lifestyle. Early detection and intervention are the best ways to combat heart disease. When it comes to treating complex heart issues, collaboration and knowledge are key. Dr. Rotatori explains how doctors from RUMC ensure all patients receive the best care possible.