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Vol 18, No. 1, Spring 2008 View as PDF The CyberKnife Challenge: Shrinking Hard-to-treat Tumors CyberKnife® radiosurgery has become well-known for its success in treating tumors of the brain, spine, prostate and lung, but physicians and patients at Winthrop - the only CyberKnife Center in the New York Metro area - are also using the revolutionary technology to offer profound relief from other rare conditions as well. "When CyberKnife technology was first approved by the FDA in 1999, it was designed for use on tumors of the head, neck and upper spine," said Alan Katz, MD, Chief of the Division o f Radiation Oncology at Winthrop. "But by 2001, the new stereotactic radiation system was developed even further, and it received additional approval from the FDA for use on tumors anywhere in the body." Dr. Katz has used CyberKnife to treat a wide range of soft tissue tumors, and while prostate cancer treatment is still a front-runner in the application of the sophisticated radiotherapy, Dr. Katz and others are seeing an increasingly diverse assortment of other patients as well. Jonathan Haas, MD, Associate Director of Radiation Oncology and an attending radiation oncologist at Winthrop, has also used CyberKnife to deliver life-altering treatments to patients with recurrent and hard-to-treat cancers, thanks to doctors like Eva Chalas, MD, Chief of Gynecological Oncology at Winthrop, and Nancy Epstein, MD, Chief of Neurosurgical Spine and Education at the Hospital... Full Story Institute for Heart Care Cutting-Edge Procedure Saves Patient with Rare Heart Condition Fifty-two-year-old Francisca Monsanto of Westbury believes she owes her life to Winthrop's renowned thoracic and cardiovascular surgical team. Full Story Institute for Lung Care Long Islanders Breathe Easier There are few things in life that most of us take more for granted than breathing. The very act of drawing in oxygen-rich air to oxygenate the blood and exhaling to expel carbon dioxide and other metabolic waste is something we often do without ever thinking about it. Full Story Institute for Family Care Carleigh McCormack Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Lab Opens at Winthrop Young patients facing a range of cardiopulmonary conditions can breathe easier thanks to the help they will receive at the new Carleigh McCormack Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Lab at Winthrop-University Hospital. Full Story Winthrop Receives Highest Praise From Prestigious Joint Commission Once again, Winthrop-University Hospital and Winthrop Home Health Care have received accreditation - and the highest praise - from The Joint Commission (formerly known as the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, or JCAHO). Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Support Winthrop The Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick on Long Island recently presented a check for $5,000 to Winthrop-University Hospital. Winthrop & Healthtrax: Partners in Wellness Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness, a national leader in fitness centers, has partnered with Winthrop-University Hospital to create a state-of-the-art facility blending fitness, wellness and medical services for community residents. Winthrop Celebrates and Honors its Volunteers and Auxilians Every day, Winthrop-University Hospital and its patients benefit from the selfless dedication of a devoted corp of volunteers and auxilians who give freely of their time and energy for the benefit of others. Yuletide Ball Raises Nearly $170,000 in Support of Pediatric Services On December 8, 2007, friends and supporters of Winthrop-University Hospital gathered under an elegantly decorated tent at the beautiful Garden City Historical Society "Apostle House" to celebrate Winthrop's annual Yuletide Ball fundraiser. Winthrop Volunteers Wrap Holiday Gifts to Raise Funds for Reach Out and Read Program William Bryson-Brockmann, PhD, Chief of the Division of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics at Winthrop, launched the "Reach Out and Read" program at Winthrop approximately six years ago. Evening of "Tasting and Giving" Raises $55,000 for Winthrop's CCFK Thanks to generous Long Island chefs and restaurants and faithful supporters of the Michael Magro Foundation, established by Terrie and Paul Magro of Hicksville in honor of their son Michael, the Foundation raised over $55,000 during its third annual "Evening of Tasting and Giving" on October 2 at The Mansion at the Woodlands in Woodbury. Astoria Federal Funds Creation of Virtual Resource Center for Diabetes Education A recent grant from Astoria Federal Savings will help Winthrop- University Hospital's nationally renowned Diabetes Education Center continue on the cutting edge of diabetes education by employing innovative techniques to meet the educational needs of patients in the Internet generation. Winthrop's New Serenity Chapel Lights the Way for Peace & Hope "We have looked forward to the completion of this beautiful Chapel for many years," said Theodora Winthrop Hooton, a dedicated member of the Hospital's Board of Directors and generous supporter of the Hospital's Pastoral Care Department and its Chaplaincy Program. Winthrop to Undergo Facelift In times of spiritual need, people often seek a sanctuary where they can find solace and peace, and in times of joy, many look for a place were they can give thanks. Toshiba Reps Travel from Tokyo to Tour CyberKnife Center A dozen representatives from Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation, a division of Toshiba Corporation, recently traveled from Tokyo, Japan to gain valuable insight about Winthrop's state-of-the-science CyberKnife® Radiosurgery Center and other cutting-edge technologies that are available to patients at Winthrop. Pat Lyons Foundation Supports Survivors of Childhood Cancers The Pat Lyons Foundation, dedicated to honoring the memory of Patrick John Lyons, a New York City firefighter who lost his life on September 11, 2001, recently presented a check for $60,000 to Winthrop's Cancer Center for Kids (CCFK) in support of programs that help patients during and after treatment for childhood cancer. Citigroup Foundation Supports CCFK Representatives from Citibank's Citigroup Foundation recently donated $10,000 to benefit the Cancer Center for Kids at Winthrop-University Hospital. Loads of Toys for Winthrop's Young Patients On January 4, New York State Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. and leaders from several local labor unions visited Winthrop's Hagedorn Pediatric Inpatient Center to deliver thousands of toys that were collected as part of the Senator's annual "Extend the Holidays" toy drive. NY Islanders Visit Pediatrics New York Islanders right wing Tim Jackman, defenseman Radek Martinek and forward Mike Sillinger visited Winthrop-University Hospital's Hagedorn Pediatric Inpatient Center and the Child Life playroom on December 17 to spread cheer among young patients who were hospitalized during the holiday season. Winthrop Gets the Gold for Excellence in Stroke Care Winthrop-University Hospital, a New York State-designated Primary Stroke Center, was recently recognized by the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association's (AHA/ASA) Get with the Guidelines ProgramSM (GWTG) with the Gold level performance achievement award for stroke care. Winthrop Continues Flu Immunization Program for Seniors As part of its on-going commitment to promote the health and well-being of the community, Winthrop-University Hospital held its annual Senior Citizen Flu and Pneumonia Immunization Program in November. Local Homemakers Create & Donate Surgical Dolls Patients in Winthrop-University Hospital's Hagedorn Pediatric Inpatient Center have something special to help them through their hospital stay thanks to the Bellerose-Floral Park Chapter of the Homemakers Council of Nassau County (HCNC), who recently donated 100 hand-made surgical dolls to the Center. Archived Publications 2007 Vol. 17, No. 3, Fall 2007 Vol. 17, No. 2, Spring/Summer 2007 Vol. 17, No. 1, Winter 2007 2006 Vol. 16, No. 3, Summer/Fall 2006 Vol. 16, No. 2, Spring/Summer 2006 Vol. 16, No. 1, Winter 2006 2005 Vol. 15, No. 2, Fall 2005 Vol. 15, No. 1, Summer 2005 Vol. 14, No. 4, Winter 2005 2004 Vol. 14, No. 3, Fall 2004 Vol. 14, No. 2, Spring 2004 Vol. 14, No. 1, Winter 2004 2003 Vol. 13, No. 3, Fall 2003 Vol. 13, No. 2, July 2003 Vol. 13, No. 1, April 2003 2002 Vol. 12, No. 3, December 2002 Vol. 12, No. 2, August 2002 Vol. 12, No. 1, March 2002 2001 Vol. 11, No. 2, July 2001 Vol. 11, No. 1, April 2001 2000 Vol. 10, No. 4, December 2000 Vol. 10, No. 3, September 2000 Vol. 10, No. 2, June 2000 Vol. 10, No. 1, March 2000 1999 Vol. 9, No. 3, December 1999 Vol. 9, No. 2, August 1999 Vol. 9, No. 1, April 1999 1998 Vol. 8, No. 2, October 1998 Vol. 8, No. 1, March 1998 Cornerstone is the community's gateway into what's new and exciting at Winthrop-University Hospital. 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