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05/24/2020

Saluting Our Crouse Family Military Members

As we commemorate Memorial Day 2020, we also salute members of the Crouse family who have served in a branch of the United States military. We thank them for their service to our country and to the Central New York healthcare community. Yasser Abazeed – Egyptian Army Aaron Armelino – U.S. Navy Tim Breezee –…

05/22/2020

When Normal Isn’t Normal: A Preeclampsia Survival Story

By: Cheryl Abrams

> DONATE NOW TO PREECLAMPSIA AWARENESS FUND May 22, 2020, is Preeclampsia Awareness Day. Crouse Health Foundation has established a special fund for which donations will enable Crouse Health to raise awareness about the condition (and about HELLP Syndrome) through programs and support activities. We thank Jackie Terribile of Manlius for telling her story of…

04/22/2020

Delivering During the Pandemic: Safety First for Babies, Moms, Families

By: Laurie Clark

At 38 weeks pregnant, Jenn Scott is excited to welcome a new baby into her current family of three. Yet with a due date rapidly approaching, Jenn is more concerned with her health and that of her husband as she prepares to give birth during the coronavirus pandemic. Concerns During COVID-19 She already knows what…

04/20/2020

Pomeroy College of Nursing Alum Continues Spirit of Nursing Award

By: Crouse News

In early 2016, Pomeroy College of Nursing alumnus Karl Schindler (Class of ’15) worked with Crouse Health Foundation and college leadership to establish the “Spirit of Nursing Award.” Funded through his first paycheck as an RN, Karl wanted the award to be given to a female student, in her last semester, who was a single…

04/02/2020

Message to Our Community

By: Kimberly Boynton

For over 130 years, Crouse Health has been a trusted community resource in Central New York, providing care to all residents, in good times and especially in times of crisis. As we all work to adapt to the significant disruption in our daily lives, we remain focused on the health and safety of our patients,…

03/31/2020

Staying Healthy in 2020: Fitness Simplified

By: Paraskos Araouzos, MD

by Paraskos Araouzos, MD The start of spring is typically the perfect time to begin forming healthy exercise habits. This year, we find ourselves in the unique situation of social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic, leading to the temporary closure of gyms and athletic clubs. Yet now, staying active is more important than ever…

03/28/2020

Crouse Cardiac and Stroke Emergencies

By: Crouse News

You’ve no doubt heard the phrase, “Take me to Crouse.” When it comes to stroke and heart issues, the doors of our Pomeroy Emergency Services Department are open around the clock, seven days a week, to serve the needs of our community. If you or someone else are experiencing symptoms of either of these conditions,…

03/26/2020

Wellness Resources

By: Crouse News

As more information is received about the number of COVID-19 cases becoming more widespread, it’s normal to experience some fear and increased stress during this healthcare challenge. Our HelpPeople Employee Assistance Program team, led by Clinical Manager Elizabeth McCarthy, NCC, LMHC, suggests the following online resources to help you and your family stay strong. Positive…

03/25/2020

Five Tips to Face a Health Crisis with Calm and Preparedness

By: Crouse News

As more information is received about the number of COVID-19 cases becoming more widespread, it’s normal to experience some fear and increased stress during this healthcare challenge. Our HelpPeople Employee Assistance Program team, led by Clinical Manager Elizabeth McCarthy, NCC, LMHC, suggests the following tips to help you and your family stay strong. Try to…

03/19/2020

Tips for Coping with COVID-19

By: Ryan Barker

Like all colleges in our region, the Pomeroy College of Nursing at Crouse Hospital has transitioned to synchronous online learning. We’ve been communicating with our students regularly through college email and website updates. Besides supporting them with academic endeavors, we’re concerned about their overall welfare — how they’re feeling and how they are coping. Today…

02/26/2020

With Education, the Sky’s the Limit

By: Kaelyn Lowe

“My mother always told me ‘Everything is hard until you learn it.’” And it’s apparent that Jeanette Epps, PhD, former Crouse employee who’s now a NASA astronaut, took her mother’s belief about education to heart. The Syracuse native graduated from Thomas J. Corcoran High School in 1988, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics…

02/25/2020

Staying Healthy in 2020

By: Paraskos Araouzos, MD

Make an Appointment with Dr. Perry Last month, as we began the new year, I shared my top 10 tips for staying healthy in 2020. As the year progresses, I’ll focus on each of the ten tips to help you stay focused — and more healthy! 2020 Tip #1: Eat Healthy Although diet fads and…

02/13/2020

African-American Trailblazers in Heart Health

By: Karley Warden

In February, Crouse Health celebrates Black History Month with events organized by our Diversity and Inclusion committee. Crouse wishes to acknowledge African-American trailblazers in heart health – given that February also happens to be National Heart Month. A number of individuals have set the path for healthcare professionals in their day — and for centuries…

01/31/2020

Former Teacher: Magic Happens Mentoring Young Volunteers

By: Crouse News

A 15-year-old volunteer once visited a Crouse Hospital patient who seemed less than eager to chat. The volunteer stuck with it, following the advice of Student Volunteer Program Coordinator Dick Scott: slow down, smile and introduce yourself. When the volunteer mentioned she sang with the Syracuse Children’s Chorus, the patient perked up. She’d always wanted…

01/17/2020

Crouse Carepassion: It’s the Right Thing to Do

By: Twiggy Eure

At Crouse Health, we listen more closely, treat more skillfully, trust more completely and care more deeply — with the respect and dignity each individual deserves. We call it Carepassion®. As we look to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. this Monday, Jan. 20, we affirm the natural link between Carepassion…

01/13/2020

Nursing Programs Can’t be One Size Fits All

By: Laurie Clark

The Pomeroy College of Nursing at Crouse Hospital has been educating nurses for more than 100 years, ranking among the top nursing programs in the nation. With a 99% job placement rate and an NCLEX-RN pass rate higher than both state and national averages, it’s no surprise why students choose to start their nursing careers…

01/03/2020

The Top 10 Ways to Stay Healthy in 2020

By: Paraskos Araouzos, MD

There’s no magic pill to ensure good health. Yet there are steps we can take to be more proactive about our overall condition. Primary care physician Paraskos Araouzos, MD, a member of our Crouse Medical Practice team of providers, shares his top 10 ways to stay healthy and fit. “Preventive care is the best kind…

12/23/2019

Carepassion in Our Community: We Rise Above the Streets

By: Colleen Phinney, RN, BSN, OCN

The mantra sounds simple: “If we eat, they eat.” Yet the life journey of Al-amin Muhammad (right) has been anything but. Hearing his story during one of our recent management team meetings left a lasting imprint on our hearts — one that not merely moved us, but moved us to action. Crouse Community Connections Al-amin…

12/17/2019

The Dreaded Flu Season

By: Laurie Clark

October until April is typically known as flu season. Formally called influenza, the flu is a respiratory illness caused by viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs.

11/14/2019

Congratulations to Our Future Leaders

By: Crouse News

Crouse Health is an employer of choice in our region because of our unique culture, competitive pay and benefits and the investment our organization makes in employees who want to grow personally and professionally. Our Future Leaders program, now in its second year, provides a pathway for leadership to those in the organization who aspire…

10/17/2019

Addressing Neck and Back Pain

By: Crouse News

If you’ve ever moaned, “Oh, my aching back,” you’re not alone. Back pain is one of the most common ailments, affecting eight out of 10 people at some point during their lives, according to the National Institutes of Health. Crouse Neuroscience Institute Clinical Director Jameson Crumb, MS, RPA-C, says that those in pain usually wait…

10/15/2019

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

By: Jennifer Cross, RNC

When we think about pregnancy and motherhood, we think about the joy of welcoming a new baby into our lives. We don’t typically think about loss and grief. Crouse delivers 4,000 babies each year, and we can’t forget those mothers — about 120 annually — whose experiences aren’t what they expected and leave the hospital…

09/30/2019

Paramedics Receive Advanced Critical Care Transport Training

By: Crouse News

Patients in small villages, towns and cities across upstate New York often require more intensive specialized care than their local healthcare facilities can provide. That’s why Crouse Health and American Medical Response (AMR) ambulance service are partnering to fill a critical need for the efficient transport of these patients to Crouse, while they are being…

09/27/2019

Carepassion in Action: Crouse Finance Team Serve the Community

By: Crouse News

If you think those who work in finance and accounting are only concerned about the bottom line, then you haven’t met our Crouse Health team. Interim Chief Financial Officer Kevin Randall, with Allyson Rossi, affiliate manager of finance, and 10 of their departmental colleagues, spent a morning recently volunteering at the Samaritan Center, an interfaith…