Posts by Dan
The role of the case manager
November 26, 2013The case managers at Helen Hayes Hospital are here to help patients and their family members from the time of admission through discharge. Every inpatient at Helen Hayes Hospital is…
Read MoreA Smart Man Makes A Long Trek To Our Smart Apartment
November 19, 2013Rocco Arizzi knows that he soon will be unable to flip the light switches at home. He already cannot open his front door or his window shades. But Rocco doesn’t…
Read MoreLiving with Lymphedema is not easy – here at Helen Hayes Hospital we can help
November 4, 2013Lymphedema is defined as a swelling of a body part (usually a limb), which is caused by insufficient lymph drainage. This is often a result of damaged or blocked lymphatic…
Read MoreNew Therapeutic Options for Individuals with Parkinson
October 22, 2013The Helen Hayes Hospital Outpatient Neurology Department is pleased to announce the start of two new treatment programs for patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD, and…
Read MoreHand Hygiene Saves Lives
October 16, 2013Keeping your hands clean is very important wherever you are: at home, at school, at work, and in the healthcare setting. Hand hygiene is one of the most important things…
Read MoreHospital Seeks Volunteers For Osteoporosis Research Studies
October 10, 2013The Helen Hayes Hospital Clinical Research Center in West Haverstraw is currently conducting two clinical research studies on treatment for Osteoporosis. Qualified participants will receive all study-related care, including physician…
Read MoreTotal Hip Replacement Surgery: Anterior vs Posterior Approach
October 8, 2013
I have been working as an Occupational Therapist at HHH for over 30 years. For most of my career I have supervised the therapy services on the Inpatient Orthopedic Unit…
Read MoreHelen Hayes Hospital Appoints Human Resources Director
October 2, 2013Helen Hayes Hospital has announced the appointment of Patrick J. Ryan as Director of Human Resources. He will be responsible for managing all of the physical rehabilitation hospital’s recruitment, benefits…
Read MoreHospital To Host 2015 Osteoporosis Educational Programs
The New York State Osteoporosis Prevention and Education Program (NYSOPEP) headquartered at Helen Hayes Hospital is offering comprehensive Bone Health Education Seminars. The seminars will be repeated on the following…
Read MoreFall Prevention – Staying Safe at Home
September 23, 2013According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of adults in the United States over the age of 65 fall each year. In recognition of Fall…
Read More