During the event, which was sponsored by the Maimonides Board of Trustees, Maimonides Health CEO Ken Gibbs delivered remarks praising hospital staff for their achievements this year, especially in light of the ongoing transformation of healthcare as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. He applauded the workforce across the entire Maimonides Health family, including Maimonides Medical Center and Maimonides Midwood Community Health, for always putting patients first, leading to national recognition by Healthgrades and US News and World Report rankings.

Other speakers included:

In addition to the speakers, Leigh Howard, Vice President at 1199 SEIU, and Nate Sherfinski, Health Policy Advisor at the Mayor’s Office were in attendance, as well as representatives from the New York State Nurses Association, Committee of Interns and Residents, CAIPA, the Arab American Association, Byways & Hedges Church and Homecrest.

Healthgrades recognized clinical excellence at Maimonides Medical Center in October of this year, with the hospital being placed among America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and Surgical Care, as well as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery. These prestigious achievements recognize the outstanding clinical outcomes with Maimonides being in the top 5% of all hospitals in all three service areas nationwide. Maimonides Medical Center is the only hospital in New York State to receive the 2023 America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care Award™ and the only hospital in New York City to receive the America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ for 2 years in a row (2022-2023).  Learn more about these achievements here.

“Maimonides is much more than a hospital – it’s a system, a bedrock of medical care in Brooklyn, and an institution that provides essential services,” said Eugene Keilin, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Maimonides Health. “On behalf of the entire Board, I can say that we are proud of the hardworking people that make this place so successful, even in the face of challenges that are present across our healthcare system. Our staff is what makes this place what it is, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

“As a mission-driven safety-net hospital, we are providers for everyone, and we do so at the highest levels of care that would be otherwise out-of-reach for far too many,” said Dr. Patrick Borgen, Chair of the Department of Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center. “Our entire workforce makes this remarkable achievement possible. I am immensely proud of the clinical outcomes we have been able to deliver for our patients, and the team that makes that possible.”

“I was born at Maimonides. When I was 23 they saved my life. When I had COVID-19, I went there too. So I’ve had a front row seat to the lifesaving care that the incredible staff at Maimonides have provided my entire life,” said Council Member Justin Brannan. “Health care and hospital workers have been on the front lines of multiple crises in just the last few years, and they have shepherded the rest of us through them with grace, professionalism, and compassion. When it comes to our communities here in southern Brooklyn, no one is more worthy of thanks then our hometown team at Maimonides.”

“Nurses are on the front lines and have gone above-and-beyond caring for patients in the last two years – despite these challenges our members have continued to provide excellent patient care with great clinical outcomes here at Maimonides,” Nancy Hagans, President of NYSNA. “It is a pleasure to recognize our members’ hard work here today with the administration as well as community and labor leaders. Maimonides is made great by its staff, and our nurses are proud to be part of that team.”

“On behalf of 1199 SEIU, I want to join the hospital administration in thanking our members for their tireless work,” said Leigh Howard, Vice President at 1199 SEIU. “Through the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, they have upheld the very highest standards of patient care in the face of unprecedented headwinds. We look forward to continue working closely with the administration to maintain this culture of excellence.”

“The CIR leadership team would like to take the opportunity to recognize and appreciate the dedication and commitment to patient care throughout the Maimonides community,” said Dr. Chris Thipphavong, CIR Regional Vice President and Psychiatry Resident. “CIR’s interns, residents and fellows play a critical role in the work of the hospital and are grateful for the opportunities to collaborate with hospital administration, as well as our hardworking colleagues in SEIU 1199 and NYSNA.”

“On the behalf of the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC), we want to congratulate Maimonides on being recognized as one of the nation’s top 50 best medical centers on cardiac surgery,” said Steve Mei, Director of Brooklyn Services at the Chinese-American Planning Council. “As a community based organization, we have partnered with Maimonides for over 25 years through various programs, including 25+ years through our Summer Youth Employment Program. We look forward to continue working with Maimonides to increase language access and workforce development for our immigrant communities.”

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• America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ for 3 years in a row (2021-2023)
• America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ for 2 years in a row (2022-2023)
• The Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award™ for 3 years in a row (2021-2023)
• Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ for 2 years in a row (2022-2023)
• America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care Award™ in 2023
• Surgical Care Excellence Award™ for 2 years in a row (2022-2023)
• Five-Star Distinctions in: Valve Surgery, Defibrillator Procedures, Pacemaker Procedures, Total Knee Replacement, Hip Fracture Treatment, Prostate Removal Surgery, and Treatment of Diabetic Emergencies

In addition to the speakers, Leigh Howard, Vice President at 1199 SEIU, and Nate Sherfinski, Health Policy Advisor at the Mayor’s Office were in attendance, as well as representatives from the New York State Nurses Association, Committee of Interns and Residents, CAIPA, the Arab American Association, Byways & Hedges Church and Homecrest.

Healthgrades recognized clinical excellence at Maimonides Medical Center in October of this year, with the hospital being placed among America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and Surgical Care, as well as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery. These prestigious achievements recognize the outstanding clinical outcomes with Maimonides being in the top 5% of all hospitals in all three service areas nationwide. Maimonides Medical Center is the only hospital in New York State to receive the 2023 America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care Award™ and the only hospital in New York City to receive the America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ for 2 years in a row (2022-2023).  Learn more about these achievements here.

“Maimonides is much more than a hospital – it’s a system, a bedrock of medical care in Brooklyn, and an institution that provides essential services,” said Eugene Keilin, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Maimonides Health. “On behalf of the entire Board, I can say that we are proud of the hardworking people that make this place so successful, even in the face of challenges that are present across our healthcare system. Our staff is what makes this place what it is, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.”

“As a mission-driven safety-net hospital, we are providers for everyone, and we do so at the highest levels of care that would be otherwise out-of-reach for far too many,” said Dr. Patrick Borgen, Chair of the Department of Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center. “Our entire workforce makes this remarkable achievement possible. I am immensely proud of the clinical outcomes we have been able to deliver for our patients, and the team that makes that possible.”

“I was born at Maimonides. When I was 23 they saved my life. When I had COVID-19, I went there too. So I’ve had a front row seat to the lifesaving care that the incredible staff at Maimonides have provided my entire life,” said Council Member Justin Brannan. “Health care and hospital workers have been on the front lines of multiple crises in just the last few years, and they have shepherded the rest of us through them with grace, professionalism, and compassion. When it comes to our communities here in southern Brooklyn, no one is more worthy of thanks then our hometown team at Maimonides.”

“Nurses are on the front lines and have gone above-and-beyond caring for patients in the last two years – despite these challenges our members have continued to provide excellent patient care with great clinical outcomes here at Maimonides,” Nancy Hagans, President of NYSNA. “It is a pleasure to recognize our members’ hard work here today with the administration as well as community and labor leaders. Maimonides is made great by its staff, and our nurses are proud to be part of that team.”

“On behalf of 1199 SEIU, I want to join the hospital administration in thanking our members for their tireless work,” said Leigh Howard, Vice President at 1199 SEIU. “Through the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, they have upheld the very highest standards of patient care in the face of unprecedented headwinds. We look forward to continue working closely with the administration to maintain this culture of excellence.”

“The CIR leadership team would like to take the opportunity to recognize and appreciate the dedication and commitment to patient care throughout the Maimonides community,” said Dr. Chris Thipphavong, CIR Regional Vice President and Psychiatry Resident. “CIR’s interns, residents and fellows play a critical role in the work of the hospital and are grateful for the opportunities to collaborate with hospital administration, as well as our hardworking colleagues in SEIU 1199 and NYSNA.”

“On the behalf of the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC), we want to congratulate Maimonides on being recognized as one of the nation’s top 50 best medical centers on cardiac surgery,” said Wayne Ho, President and CEO of the Chinese-American Planning Council. “As a community based organization, we have partnered with Maimonides for over 25 years through various programs, including 25+ years through our Summer Youth Employment Program. We look forward to continue working with Maimonides to increase language access and workforce development for our immigrant communities.”

For more photos from the event, click here.

“These results are the product of excellent clinicians and hardworking staff working together to improve the lives of our patients. We always put the good of our patients first, and this recognition reflects that dedication and focus. I am beyond proud of the top-notch team that made this possible across the entire hospital,” said Dr. Patrick Borgen, Chair of the Department of Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center.

“I’m so proud to work with the amazing team at Maimonides Bone and Joint Center who provide the absolute best orthopedic care. This award recognizes their hard work and dedication to our patients. In the event that surgery is needed, we use cutting-edge technology that makes it more precise and improves outcomes. We will have even more exciting new surgical technology to share with the public in the coming months,” said Dr. Jack Choueka, Chairman of the Orthopedic Surgery and Musculoskeletal Services at Maimonides Medical Center.

“Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans today, which makes this recognition even more special for our cardiac team. Ensuring we provide the best possible care for our patients in and out of surgery quite literally saves lives. We remain dedicated to upholding this standard of excellence into the future,” said Dr. Greg H. Ribakove, Director of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center.

“Maimonides Medical Center provides outstanding clinical services and important health education for the community. They are an amazing organization whose focus is on compassionate care that centers on the needs of their patients and families. We credit and applaud Maimonides Medical Center for their dedication and their tireless commitment to help the people of Brooklyn,” said Raizy Horowitz, Executive Coordinator, Nachas Health & Family Network, Inc.

“Maimonides Medical Center serves patients from the diverse communities of Brooklyn, delivering high-quality care in our own backyard. I commend them for their achievements and their commitment to clinical excellence,” said Grisel Amador, Executive Director, United Senior Citizens Center of Sunset Park.

“Congratulations Maimonides leadership on your continuing success in bettering the experience and outcome of surgical care. With a mindset of always reaching excellence we look forward to your achieving similar accolades in all Maimonides departments,” said Louis P. Welz, CEO of Council of Jewish Organizations Flatbush.

*Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2019 through 2021 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only. For appendectomy and bariatric surgery, Healthgrades used inpatient data from 16 states that provide all-payer data for years 2019 through 2021. Click here to view the complete 2023 Specialty Excellence Awards and Ratings Methodology.

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