News Room

Spacelabs donates $25,000 patient monitor to ICU: May-15-2012 — Spacelabs, an OSI Systems Company, has donated a $25,000 monitor to the medical center as part on an ongoing partnership to upgrade electronic patient monitoring systems across the health network.
Memorial celebrates Summit Healthplex upgrades, women’s services enhancements: May-02-2012 — The largest provider of women's services in Niagara County recently held a ceremonial ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of a half-million dollars in building renovations and technology and women’s services upgrades at Summit Healthplex.
Dr. Murphy to direct Osteopathic Family Medicine Residency Program: May-02-2012 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has appointed Timothy G. Murphy, D.O., director of its Osteopathic Family Medicine Residency Program effective June 18.
Niagara Street School student wins Name the Robot contest: Apr-11-2012 — “SAL” the robot has officially joined Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery team.
Memorial applies for $1.98M in funding for innovative behavioral health programming: Mar-07-2012 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has applied for $1.98 million in HEAL NY funding to launch an innovative restructuring of its mental health services
Schoolchildren to name Memorial’s surgical robot: Feb-22-2012 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is asking area schoolchildren to name its new surgical robot by participating in a “Name the Robot” contest.
Walk-in digital mammograms available at Summit Healthplex: Feb-20-2012 — Walk-in digital mammograms are now available at our Summit Healthplex outpatient service center, 6934 Williams Road, Suite 550, Wheatfield.
Robotic surgery coming to Memorial Medical Center: Feb-20-2012 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is bringing the latest in surgical technology to Niagara County.
Niagara Falls native returns home to address Black History Month event: Feb-09-2012 — A Niagara Falls native and healthcare researcher who specializes in cultural diversity and competence issues is returning home to serve as keynote speaker for Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s annual Black History Month celebration.
Child Advocacy Center of Niagara launches Safe Sleep Campaign: Jan-27-2012 — The Child Advocacy Center of Niagara has launched a countywide campaign to promote safe sleep practices for infants and lower the incidence of deaths attributed to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
Healthy Heart Fair to headline American Heart Month: Jan-27-2012 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s Third Annual Healthy Heart Fair will serve as the centerpiece of a full month of free community health events promoting cardiac health during American Heart Month in February.
Margaret L. Wendt Foundation awards $125,000 challenge grant to Niagara Falls Memorial: Jan-26-2012 — The Margaret L. Wendt Foundation has awarded a $125,000 challenge grant to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to be used toward the renovation of a medical-surgical unit at the hospital.
Child Advocacy Center of Niagara launches Safe Sleep Campaign: Jan-09-2012 — The Child Advocacy Center of Niagara has launched a countywide campaign to promote safe sleep practices for infants and lower the incidence of deaths attributed to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
Roswell Park, Niagara Falls Memorial launch cancer initiative: Dec-13-2011 — A groundbreaking research project conducted by Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI), the University at Buffalo and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has become the springboard for a new health and wellness resource in the Cataract City.
Memorial receives AHA’s Get With The Guidelines® Gold Quality Achievement Award: Dec-02-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has received the Get With The Guidelines®–Heart Failure Gold Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association.
Digital mammography, women's healthcare upgrades coming to Summit Healthplex: Nov-22-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has set a Nov. 28 project start for $400,000 of building renovations and technology upgrades, including digital mammography, at the Summit Healthplex in Wheatfield.
Transformation journey brings $8.3 million in upgrades to Memorial Medical Center: Nov-22-2011 — A determined effort to address community healthcare needs has led to series of investments totaling more than $8 million in building, equipment and technology upgrades by Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Take the tobacco-free pledge for Thursday's Great American Smokeout: Nov-14-2011 — Community leaders and health advocates in Niagara Falls are encouraging smokers to quit smoking and nonsmokers to invite loved ones to take the tobacco-free pledge on Thursday, Nov. 17 during the Great American Smokeout.®
Task Group to Create a Healthier Niagara Falls Participates in World Diabetes Day: Nov-14-2011 — The Task Group to Create a Healthier Niagara Falls is joining with millions of concerned organizations and people around the world today to recognize World Diabetes Day.
Horizon Health, Niagara Falls Memorial announce groundbreaking integrated care program: Nov-04-2011 — Horizon Health Services has applied to the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services for permission to establish an addiction services satelllite center at the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial schedules weekday flu shot clinic: Oct-28-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will conduct a flu shot clinic for adults 18 and older on Wednesday, Dec. 15 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Ladies Night Out attracts enthusiastic crowd: Oct-21-2011 — More than 400 women were on hand Oct. 20 as Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center celebrated its first “Ladies Night Out: Pamper Your Mind and Body,” at Four Points by Sheraton, 7001 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls.
Niagara County agencies to host experts on family violence and its prevention at Oct. 28 program: Oct-21-2011 — The Child Advocacy Center of Niagara, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, YWCA of Niagara and the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office Domestic Violence Program will host a presentation by two nationally recognized experts on family violence and violence prevention on Oct. 28.
Buffalo Heart Group, Memorial announce cardiology partnership: Oct-04-2011 — Cardiology services at The Heart Center of Niagara have expanded dramatically with the arrival as Buffalo Heart Group, LLP, one of Western New York’s largest and most highly regarded cardiology practices, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Niagara Falls Memorial to host Ladies Night Out: Sep-23-2011 — Ladies, this one’s for you.
Dr. Bala completes prestigious surgical fellowship, joins Memorial Medical Center staff: Sep-19-2011 — Bala Thatigotla, M.D., M.R.C.S. – a general, gastrointestinal and advanced laparoscopic surgeon – has joined the medical staff at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center after completing a fellowship in one of the nation’s top programs – the Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery/Bariatric Surgery program at the prestigious Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tenn.
Women's Medicine of Niagara, Niagara Falls Memorial partner to provide high-quality patient care: Aug-11-2011 — Niagara County’s busiest obstetrics and gynecology practice is now providing high quality patient care at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
D’Angelo, Flynn and Milbrand awarded Junior Volunteer scholarships: Aug-11-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has awarded 2011 Junior Volunteer Scholarships to Nicholas D’Angelo, Zoe Flynn and Mitch Milbrand. The scholarships are funded by the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Foundation and Auxiliary.
March of Dimes Foundation awards women’s health care grant to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center: Aug-11-2011 — The March of Dimes New York State Chapter has awarded a $44,865 grant to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to support “Patient Education and Navigation for High-Risk Women,” a program that fills an unmet maternal and child health need here and will help more babies be born healthy.
Steinwald named Memorial HR director: Aug-11-2011 — David J. Steinwald, M.B.A., has been named Director of Human Resources at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center effective Aug. 15.
Memorial’s transformation kicks into high gear: Jul-25-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is celebrating summer with $6.7 million in capital improvements aimed at transforming the way health care is delivered to the Greater Niagara region.
Memorial receives approval for main entrance redesign: Jul-25-2011 — The Niagara Falls City Planning Board has approved plans for a two-phase redesign and expansion of the main entrance to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Picnic to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week: Jul-25-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and its Healthy Moms-Healthy Babies Coalition will celebrate the benefits of breastfeeding July 26 with a community picnic and baby shower at Hyde Park.
Dr. Bala completes prestigious fellowship, to join Memorial staff: Jul-25-2011 — Bala Thatigotla, M.D., M.R.C.S. – a general, gastrointestinal and advanced laparoscopic surgeon – will be joining the medical staff at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center effective Aug. 1.
Memorial mourns death of longtime President Don Corey: Jun-20-2011 — Don A. Corey, a giant in the local healthcare industry who served as president of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for 28 years, died Monday, June 13, at the age of 83.
Oishei Foundation awards Memorial $575,000 grant: Jun-14-2011 — The John R. Oishei Foundation has awarded a $575,000 grant to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to support the renovation and redesign of Memorial's inpatient medical-surgical unit.
Dr. Kenyon Savard to join family practice residency program staff: May-27-2011 — Giuseppina J. Kenyon Savard, D.O., will be joining the Osteopathic Family Practice Residency Program at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center as a clinical instructor and physician trainer effective July 5.
Sanjay Chadha promoted to vice president: May-27-2011 — Sanjay Chadha has been promoted to Vice President, Service Line Operations at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial earns Get With The Guidelines Silver-Plus award for stroke care: May-19-2011 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award.
Judith Nolan Powell elected to Memorial board: May-09-2011 — Judith Nolan Powell, first vice president and commercial relationship manager for HSBC Bank USA, has been elected to a three-year term on the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center board of directors.
Family Violence Intervention conference to convene in Niagara: May-09-2011 — More than 175 professionals from across Western New York are expected to attend the 13th Annual Family Violence Intervention Project conference “Safe at Home: Seeking Solutions for Adult and Child Victims of Family Violence” at the Conference Center Niagara Falls.
National Children’s Alliance awards grant to Child Advocacy Center of Niagara: Mar-29-2011 — The National Children’s Alliance has awarded a $27,620 grant to the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara to enhance the quality of investigations into alleged child abuse and child neglect.
Memorial announces 2011 board appointments: Mar-29-2011 — The Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Board of Directors re-elected James C. Roscetti chairman and Cynthia A. Bianco vice chairperson for 2011 at its March 28 annual meeting. Margaret M. Toohey was re-elected secretary. Charles G. Rader was re-elected treasurer.
Heart Center of Niagara earns ACR accreditation: Mar-15-2011 — The Heart Center of Niagara at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in nuclear medicine.
Cummings Foundation awards $50,000 grant for telemetry system: Feb-24-2011 — The James H. Cummings Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to be used toward the purchase of a state-of-the-art telemetry system.
Memorial opens new primary care center to meet critical community need: Feb-23-2011 — A healthcare crisis caused by the sudden retirement of a Niagara Falls physician with a very large primary care practice has prompted Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to open a new primary care center in the heart of the city.
Memorial introduces new prenatal service: Feb-10-2011 — A new service that makes quality prenatal care more accessible and helps ensure area women deliver healthy babies has opened at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
State selects Schoellkopf staff to conduct Gold Stamp training: Jan-26-2011 — Representatives of the Schoellkopf Health Center and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center delivered a best practices training presentation at the Buffalo Regional Conference of the New York Gold Stamp Program to Reduce Pressure Ulcers.
Niagara County to establish child fatality review team with Memorial Medical Center: Jan-19-2011 — The Niagara County Department of Social Services has been awarded a $49,850 grant by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services to develop a state-approved, countywide Child Fatality/Serious Injury Review Team.
Foundation chooses Falls Memorial for national quality initiative: Dec-06-2010 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is one of only 137 hospitals recently selected to participate in Aligning Forces for Quality (AF4Q), a national quality improvement initiative.
Diabetes Management: The key to a full, active life: Dec-03-2010 — Western Niagara County is in the throes of a diabetes epidemic.
Memorial to conduct flu shot clinics: Sep-22-2010 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will conduct Saturday flu shot clinics for adults 18 and older from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 2, Oct. 16 and Nov. 6.
2011 Premier to honor Father Levesque, Dr. Trivikram: Sep-22-2010 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will honor the Rev. Joseph L. Levesque, C.M., president of Niagara University, and Ajit Trivikram, M.D., for their service to the hospital and community at the 2011 Premier.
Memorial appoints renal center medical director: Sep-22-2010 — Dr. Sujatha Addagatla has been named medical director of the Renal Center at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Kelemen to direct Child Advocacy Center of Niagara: Jul-20-2010 — Laura J. Kelemen, LCSW-R, has been appointed executive director of the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara.
Memorial, NACC host Arts in the Park: Jul-20-2010 — The historic Schoellkopf Park on Pine Avenue at Portage Road in downtown Niagara Falls will be transformed into a vibrant showcase of the visual and performing arts ...
Memorial celebrates opening of new inpatient Behavioral Health & Wellness Center: Jun-18-2010 — State and county health officials joined the management and behavioral health staff of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center at ceremonies celebrating the opening of Memorial’s new $6.9 million inpatient Behavioral Health & Wellness Center.
Auxiliary raises $43,000 to support state-designated stroke center at Niagara Falls Memorial: Jun-18-2010 — The funds were raised by the Auxiliary and will be used to purchase medical equipment for the hospital’s state-designated stroke center.
Stroke awareness event to take place at Summit Fitness Center: Apr-16-2010 — Niagara’s only New York State designated stroke center will hold a special community event emphasizing stroke prevention and stroke awareness Saturday, May 1, at the Summit Fitness Center, 6930 Williams Road, Wheatfield.
Rose completes physical therapy fellowship program: Apr-16-2010 — Terrence M. Rose, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.A.O.M.P.T., the director of Rehabilitation and Cardiology Services at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, has successfully completed the orthopedic manual physical therapy fellowship program at Daemen College.
Tucker appointed vice president: Apr-16-2010 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has named Ann Marie Tucker vice president of foundation and community relations.
Renal center opens at Memorial: Apr-09-2010 — Area residents in need of kidney dialysis services have a new option in Niagara with the opening of the Renal Center at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial seeks summer 2010 junior volunteers: Apr-05-2010 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is offering area students an opportunity to take part in its summer 2010 Junior Volunteer Program.
Memorial, Community Health Center of Buffalo announce alliance: Nov-13-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and the Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc., have applied to the state to open a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Niagara Falls.
Pine Pharmacy, Wegmans partner with Memorial: Nov-13-2009 — Pine Pharmacy and Wegmans Food Markets have announced an innovative partnership with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to give qualifying patients discounts of up to 25 percent on their outpatient prescription drug purchases.
Memorial, Office for the Aging sponsor wellness series: Nov-13-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and the Niagara County Office for the Aging will sponsor several programs on “How to Stay Healthy During Flu Season” in November and December.
Memorial welcomes new full-time cardiologist: Oct-23-2009 — Eram Chaudhry, M.D., has established a full-time practice at The Heart Center of Niagara,
Harris awarded Sass Scholarship: Sep-28-2009 — Josephine Harris has been awarded the 2009 Ruth and William O. Sass, M.D. Scholarship
Turner named to special events post: Sep-28-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has named Cara Turner special events manager.
Memorial welcomes new full-time cardiologist: Aug-19-2009 — Eram Chaudhry, M.D., has established a full-time practice at The Heart Center of Niagara, joining Dr. Robert Neufeld and Dr. Michael Merhige in the practice of general and interventional cardiology.
Memorial earns Get With The Guidelines Gold Performance Achievement Award: Aug-13-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and The Heart Center of Niagara have received the Get With The GuidelinesSM–Heart Failure Gold Performance Achievement Award from the American Heart Association.
Memorial Medical Center welcomes new hospitalists: Aug-13-2009 — Zubair Shaikh, M.D., M.S., and Sangeeta Kumar, M.D., have joined the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center staff as physicians in the hospitalist program.
Memorial Medical Center appoints Ibegbu pharmacy director: Aug-13-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has appointed Mary-Attracta M. Ibegbu, Pharm.D., director of pharmacy services effective Aug. 31.
NACC, Memorial host Arts in the Park: Jul-27-2009 — Schoellkopf Park was transformed into a vibrant showcase of the visual and performing arts July 19 when the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical hosted the first Arts in the Park celebration.
Memorial earns national CT accreditation: Jul-27-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in 64-Slice CT Scan as the result of a recent survey by the American College of Radiology (ACR).
Car show raises money for Child Advocacy Center: Jul-22-2009 — The 2009 Freewheeler’s Car Club Annual Car Show and Basket Auction raised more than $1,600 for the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara.
Family & Children’s Service of Niagara honors Child Advocacy Center staff member: Jul-22-2009 — Family & Children's Service of Niagara has awarded its 2009 Gerald J. Kozak Community Service Award to Betty Lamb, Ed.M., a clinical specialist with the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara.
Passalugo appointed to emergency management post: Jul-14-2009 — Anne Passalugo, MPH, RRT, has been appointed Emergency Management/Ambulance Service Coordinator at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Center to Overhaul Health Care Delivery, Business Operations: Jun-15-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center officials have announced they are embarking on a business plan that will transform health care delivery in Niagara Falls. The focus will be on clinical and business practices to change the way health care is delivered and on improving patient quality, outcomes and access while reducing medical costs.
Rep. Louise Slaughter praises Memorial, 1199 SEIU: May-28-2009 — U.S. Rep. Louise M. Slaughter, D-28th District (NY) lauded collaborative efforts under way at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center to revamp and refocus the safety net hospital’s healthcare services in anticipation of federal healthcare reform.
Memorial Medical Center joins innovative HealthTransaction Network: Apr-09-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has become the first Niagara County provider to join an innovative healthcare network designed to improve access to affordable, high-quality care.
Memorial elects Domzalski to board of directors: Apr-09-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center elected James R. Domzalski, Esq., associate general counsel for the Seneca Gaming Corporation, to its board of directors during its annual meeting March 23.
Celebrate Spring Celebrate Life: Mar-09-2009 — Memorial Medical Center, Upstate New York Transplant Services and the Fashion Outlets Niagara Falls, NY will celebrate the arrival of spring with a celebration of life from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 21 at the mall’s Center Court, 1900 Military Road, Niagara Falls.
Health Department OKs new behavioral health center: Mar-02-2009 — The New York State Department of Health has granted final approval for construction of a new inpatient behavioral health center at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
2009 Premier honors Dr. Fatma Patel, Ronald Campbell: Jan-22-2009 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center honored Fatma Patel, M.D., and Washington Mills Chief Operating Officer Ronald Campbell for their service to the hospital and community at the 2009 Premier.
Memorial announces 2009 Premier Co-Chairs: Dec-23-2008 — Chuck and Rosalie Longo and Drs. Rama and Vijay Bojedla have been named co-chairs of The 2009 Premier, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s annual black tie dinner and entertainment gala.
Dr. Marnie LaVigne, Dr. Ronald Clarke elected to Memorial's board of directors: Dec-23-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has elected Marnie LaVigne, Ph.D., and Ronald Clarke, D.O. to its board of directors.
Falls woman awarded handmade afghan in breast cancer awareness drawing: Nov-19-2008 — Darlene Irish of Niagara Falls won a handmade pink afghan in a Breast Cancer Awareness Month drawing at the Medical Center.
Memorial to offer smoking cessation program in Wheatfield: Nov-04-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is offering a series of smoking cessation classes in anticipation of this year’s Great American Smokeout.
Graduates of innovative training program begin work at Schoellkopf Health Center: Oct-21-2008 — Eleven Niagara County residents have been approved by the state Department of Health to begin work as certified nursing assistants at Schoellkopf Health Center after completing an innovative training program conducted by the Niagara Falls Housing Authority State University of New York ATTAIN Lab and Orleans-Niagara BOCES.
Area foundations pledge support for new adult behavioral health units: Oct-21-2008 — Two prominent Western New York foundations have announced awards to Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for the construction of new adult inpatient behavioral health units, bringing grant support for the project to $500,000.
Memorial publishes community service plan: Oct-21-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s 2007 Community Service Plan/Implementation Report is now available for public inspection.
Study rates Memorial among nation's best: Oct-21-2008 — An independent study has ranked Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center the 12th best value for medical care out of 1,500 hospitals in the United States.
Hand and Shoulder Center of WNY expands to Memorial: Sep-09-2008 — The Hand and Shoulder Center of Western New York, an academic group practice committed to excellence in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of hand, elbow and shoulder disorders, is expanding into Niagara County through a new affiliation with Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Niagara University dean named to Finance Committee: Jul-29-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has appointed R. Mark Wilson, Ph.D., to serve on its Finance Committee.
American Heart Association recognizes Niagara Falls Memorial for quality cardiac care: Jul-18-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and The Heart Center of Niagara have received the Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure (GWTG–HF) Silver Performance Achievement Award from the American Heart Association.
Buffalo Philharmonic headlines Schoellkopf Park celebration: Jul-18-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center celebrated the restoration of Schoellkopf Park with a concert by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra on July 9. The free event, part of the National Grid Summer in the Parks series co-sponsored by Target Stores, was the first public event to be held in the park, located on Portage Road at Pine Avenue.
Cover the Uninsured: Jun-13-2008 — A joint community-based effort to bring health insurance coverage to uninsured children and their families was recently announced at a news conference held at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Niagara Cup to tee it up June 3: May-22-2008 — A limited number of foursomes, sponsorship opportunities and dinner openings are available for the 17th Annual Niagara Cup Classic, one of Western New York's premier charity golf tournaments.
Memorial seeks summer Junior Volunteers: May-20-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is offering area students an opportunity to take part in its summer Junior Volunteer Program.
Memorial seeks volunteers for CARExpress service: May-19-2008 — Volunteer drivers and partners are being sought for Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s CARExpress van, a service that meets a critical need for area patients by providing low-cost transportation to appointments at medical center facilities.
Freewheelers set annual fundraiser for Child Advocacy Center of Niagara: May-19-2008 — The Freewheeler’s Car Club will hold their Annual Car Show and Chinese Auction from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, June 13 at The Summit mall on Williams Road in Wheatfield.
AHA honors Memorial for achievement in treating heart failure patients: Apr-07-2008 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and The Heart Center of Niagara have received the Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure (GWTG–HF) Bronze Performance Achievement Award from the American Heart Association.
Memorial to Host Clothesline Project: Mar-28-2008 — The Clothesline Project, an international initiative featuring a visual display of colorful T-shirts created to bear witness to violence against women, will be on display in the main lobby at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center from April 11 to 18.
Roscetti to chair Medical Center board: Mar-28-2008 — The Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Board of Directors has elected James C. Roscetti chairperson and Cynthia A. Bianco vice chairperson for 2008.
Area residents to rock for better health: Mar-28-2008 — Community leaders and elected officials will join members and friends of the Memorial Medical Center Auxiliary for a “rockin’ good time” April 18 when the Auxiliary holds its sixth annual Rock-A-Thon to benefit the hospital.
Bon appétit! Memorial Auxiliary publishes recipe collection: Mar-28-2008 — “I Want That Recipe,” a collection of 300 mouthwatering recipes compiled by The Auxiliary of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, is now on sale at the Medical Center Gift Shop.
Gentile earns designation as Certified Diabetes Educator: Mar-28-2008 — Karen Gentile, RD, CDE, a registered dietitian in the Diabetes & Endocrinology Center of Niagara at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, has been awarded Certified Diabetes Educator status by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators.
Memorial honors Don J. King at 2008 Premier: Jan-28-2008 — Don J. King, longtime member and current chairman of the board at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, was honored for his leadership and tireless efforts to improve the health and well-being of residents of the Greater Niagara community at The Premier, Memorial’s annual black tie dinner and entertainment gala.
Premier records fourth consecutive sellout: Dec-31-2007 — The Premier, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s annual black tie gala, is a sellout for the fourth consecutive year.
Federal grant to enhance patient safety at Memorial: Dec-20-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has been awarded a $457,500 federal grant to develop an enhanced patient safety program in conjunction with the Dr. Melvin B. Dyster Family Medicine Residency program.
Niagara Falls Memorial, Mount St. Mary's Agree to Collaborate on Certain Services: Nov-19-2007 — ALBANY, N.Y. – Mount St. Mary’s Hospital and Health Center and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center have agreed to work together on some shared services, thereby complying with the mandates of the Commission on Health Care Facilities in the 21st Century, also known as the Berger Commission.
Niagara Falls Memorial, Mount St. Mary’s to go smoke-free in 2008: Nov-19-2007 — Mount St. Mary's Hospital and Health Center and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center announced during the 2007 Great American Smokeout that their campuses will be going smoke-free in July 2008.
Rep. Slaughter secures $400,000 for upgrades and research at The Heart Center of Niagara: Sep-13-2007 — Rep. Louise M. Slaughter, D-Fairport, chairwoman of the House Rules Committee, visited Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s Heart Center of Niagara on Aug. 30 to announce $400,000 in funds for the facility.
Apollo Healthcare, Memorial dedicate new dialysis center: Aug-30-2007 — Niagara County’s largest and most modern dialysis center was dedicated August 15 during ceremonies at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Journal of Nuclear Medicine publishes Heart Center of Niagara study: Aug-20-2007 — A paper based on research done at The Heart Center of Niagara was published in the July 1 edition of the prestigious Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
Memorial receives national recognition for quality cardiac and stroke care: Aug-10-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center is one of 277 hospitals in the United States recognized in the July 23 issue of US News & World Report by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With the Guidelines SM (GWTG) program in an ad for its performance achievement in cardiac and stroke patient care.
New Memorial program offers prescription drug savings: Jul-17-2007 — Patients who utilize services at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center may be eligible to receive significant savings on their out-of-pocket prescription drug costs under a new Medical Center program.
Memorial granted echocardiography accreditation: Jul-03-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, The Heart Center of Niagara and Memorial’s Summit Healthplex have been granted accreditation by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories.
ER1 nurses complete initial SAFE training: Jul-03-2007 — Four nurses from Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s ER1 Emergency Department were among 16 area nurses who recently completed classroom training in the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) program.
Physician education program renamed in honor of Dr. Melvin B. Dyster: Jun-19-2007 — Niagara County’s only university-affiliated physician teaching program has been renamed the Dr. Melvin B. Dyster Family Medicine Residency Program to honor the doctor who established it more than 30 years ago.
Schoellkopf Park, NACC receive Oishei grants: May-31-2007
Memorial Patients Can Now Pay Online: May-30-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has made it more convenient than ever for patients to pay their bills with the introduction of an online payment option.
Heart Center of Niagara upgrades patient services: Apr-30-2007 — The Heart Center of Niagara has streamlined access to cardiac care with the addition of a new liaison for patients and referring physicians.
Memorial celebrates Week of the Young Child: Apr-30-2007 — Memorial Child Care, a community service of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, celebrated the Week of the Young Child to recognize the needs of young children and thank educators and others involved in building better futures for all children.
Memorial names Walker community health advocate: Apr-30-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has appointed Charles A. Walker community health advocate.
United Way honors Memorial educator: Apr-30-2007 — The United Way of Niagara has named Muriel Forte, RN, of Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center its Outstanding Employee Coordinator for 2006-2007.
AHA recognizes Memorial for quality cardiac care: Mar-28-2007 — The American Heart Association recently recognized Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center as a participating hospital in its Get With the Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease (GWTG-CAD) program.
Memorial names Grandinetti chief information officer: Mar-28-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical has promoted Peggy Grandinetti to the newly created position of chief information officer.
Memorial names Lannon, Morinello to new posts: Mar-28-2007 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and two of its affiliates, the Memorial Medical Center Foundation and the Child Advocacy Center of Niagara, have named three people to key positions.
Seneca Nation, Memorial sign healthcare agreement: Mar-28-2007 — The Seneca Nation of Indians and Niagara Falls Memorial Medical have signed an agreement that will allow Memorial to provide medical services to Seneca Nation members.
UNYTS honors Memorial CCU clinical coordinator: Mar-28-2007 — Upstate New York Transplant Services has named Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s Janice M. Paternostro, RN, a 2007 Donation Champion.
New stroke care system activated at Memorial: Jan-18-2007 — The New York State Department of Health’s new REACH Telemedicine Stroke Care Program has been activated and is now online at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Heart Center launches exercise wellness program: Dec-27-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has launched a new, medically supervised program at The Heart Center of Niagara for people seeking better physical fitness.
Four Tops headline Memorial's third annual Premier event: Nov-15-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center will hold its third annual Premier event on Jan. 20, 2007, at the Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel. Entertaining at the 2007 Premier will be The Four Tops.
Memorial names Gorman chief of emergency services: Nov-15-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center has appointed Gerald Gorman, MD, chief of emergency services at ER1.
Memorial's Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program earns certification: Nov-01-2006
ER1/Heart Center of Niagara wins Brick by Brick Award: Sep-28-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s new ER1/The Heart Center of Niagara was named Best Medical Complex at the 2006 Business First Brick by Brick Awards ceremony held Thursday at the Larkin at Exchange Building in Buffalo.
Memorial posts third consecutive surplus: Jul-24-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center recorded a $1.1 million surplus in 2005, marking the third consecutive year of surpluses for Niagara’s Premier Health Network.
Rose earns doctor of physical therapy degree: Jul-24-2006 — Terry M. Rose, director of Rehabilitation Services at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, the Brain and Spine Center of Niagara and University Sports Medicine of Niagara, has been awarded a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree by Daemen College.
ADA grants recognition to Memorial's "Living with Diabetes" education program: Jun-21-2006 — The American Diabetes Association has granted official recognition to “Living with Diabetes,” Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s self-management education program for people with diabetes.
Dr. Jain appointed to Memorial board: May-26-2006 — Naresh Jain, M.D., has been appointed to the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Board of Directors.
PRIME PLUS/Red Hot Mamas® get in the mood at Memorial: May-26-2006 — Dr. Roberta Gebhard will present “What’s Happening to Me? My Sleep, My Memory, My Moods, My Self” at the next PRIME PLUS/Red Hot Mamas® meeting June 5 at 7 p.m. in the Medical Center Auditorium.
State awards Memorial $500,000 to upgrade patient care technology: May-26-2006 — The New York State Department of Health has approved Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s application for funding to upgrade patient care technology in the ER1 Emergency Department and other clinical areas.
Memorial names Yale physician chief of neurosurgery: Apr-11-2006 — Michael Stoffman, M.D., an Ontario native currently serving as chief neurosurgery resident at Yale University, has been appointed chief of neurosurgery at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial celebrates Week of the Young Child: Mar-30-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Child Care will celebrate The Week of the Young Child during the week of April 2-8. Week of the Young Child is celebrated across the country by hundreds of local organizations working to improve opportunities for young children.
GriefShare support group meets at Memorial: Mar-21-2006 — Weekly meetings of the recently formed GriefShare Support Group are now being held at 6 p.m. each Tuesday in the S-6 meeting room at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.
Memorial names Krolewski chief nursing officer: Mar-15-2006 — Joanne Krolewski, BS, RN, has been promoted to the newly created position of Chief Nursing Officer. Her appointment is effective immediately.
Niagara Grief Center begins new support group at Memorial: Mar-15-2006 — The Niagara Grief Center is offering a series of support sessions for adults coping with grief following the sudden tragic death of a loved one.
Memorial dedicates new Heart Center of Niagara/ER1: Jan-27-2006 — More than 500 guests were on hand Jan. 26 as Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center dedicated its new, $20 million ER1 Emergency Department and The Heart Center of Niagara.
Memorial's Heart Center of Niagara to be featured on Today: Jan-19-2006 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center's groundbreaking approach to combating cardiac disease will receive national recognition Jan. 23 when The Heart Center of Niagara and its patients are featured on NBC's Today show.
Heart Center, Habitat for Humanity to hold Christmas Run: Dec-01-2005 — The scenic Niagara River will provide the backdrop Sunday, Dec. 11, as competitive and recreational athletes line up for the Christmas 4 Mile Run/2 Mile Walk at the Niagara Gorge Discovery Center.
Memorial Medical Center named Employer of the Year: Nov-10-2005 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center was named Employer of the Year during ceremonies held Oct. 27 at the 10th Annual National Disability Employment Awareness Month Breakfast at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Buffalo.
ER1 to read real-time ECGs from inbound ambulance patients: Oct-26-2005 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and Sen. George D. Maziarz announced that Memorial will become the first hospital in Western New York to install and use the lifesaving Medtronic LIFENET® RS Receiving Station.
Meet the ER1 Team: Aug-31-2005 — ER1 ad
Sports medicine seminar to address heat illness, steroid use: Aug-23-2005 — Athletes, coaches and parents will benefit from a seminar that will address two timely sports medicine topics at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, in the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Auditorium. Delivering a presentation on “Heat Illness Prevention”
Memorial celebrates World Breastfeeding Week: Jul-29-2005 — Memorial Medical Center joined La Leche League International to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week beginning Aug. 1. The theme for this year’s event was “Breastfeeding and Family Foods.”
Memorial posts second consecutive surplus: Jul-05-2005 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center posted a $1.4 million surplus in 2004, the second consecutive year Niagara’s Premier Health Network has finished in the black following a five-year period (1998-2002) of losses that totaled more than $18 million.
2005 Niagara Cup Classic raises money for new Emergency Department and Heart Center of Niagara: Jun-08-2005 — The 14th Annual Niagara Cup Classic golf tournament to benefit Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center was held June 7 at the Niagara Falls Country Club. Proceeds from this year’s tournament will benefit the new Emergency Department and Heart Center ...
Memorial mammography facility receives reaccreditation: Jun-06-2005 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center’s diagnostic imaging facility at the Summit Healthplex has been granted a three-year reaccreditation by the American College of Radiology’s Committee on Mammography Accreditation.
Heart Center of Niagara announces research partnership: Mar-14-2005 — Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center and The Heart Center of Niagara announced March 14 that they will partner with GE Healthcare, the New York State Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life Sciences at the University at Buffalo and Niagara Univer
University Sports Medicine joins Memorial Medical Center team: Mar-02-2005 — University Sports Medicine, Western New York’s premier practice for the treatment of orthopedic and sports-related conditions and injuries, formally opened its fourth location March 2 at the Summit Healthplex in Wheatfield.