October 20, 2015

Dr. Spencer greeted and hugged staff who successfully cared for him while he was in isolation in Bellevue’s Infectious Diseases Unit during the height of last year’s Ebola crisis.

October 6, 2015

Pediatric specialist says he’s working toward a world where all children and families have access to the best healthcare.

August 6, 2015

Ten physicians from HHC Bellevue Hospital Center have been named to New York Magazine’s list of “Best Doctors”.

July 14, 2015

“Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon praised the staff at Bellevue Hospital Center during his show last night, thanking them for the care he received recently. Fallon underwent a microsurgery lasting more than six hours where doctors saved his finger using a vein from his foot. He explained to the audience his type of injury typically results in amputation, and referred to his medical team as “rock stars” and “awesome people.”

July 10, 2015

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association has recognized Bellevue’s cardiac care team for quality in patient care. Bellevue earned the Silver award distinction by achieving an 85% or higher rating for prompt, appropriate Silver treatment in the past 12 months.

July 7, 2015

HHC Bellevue Hospital Center has been named by the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) as one of three medical research institutions to co-lead a new National Ebola Training and Education Center. Bellevue joins Emory University in Atlanta and Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha to advance training of other US health care providers.

Get With The Guidelines® Heart Failure Gold Plus, Resuscitation Silver and Stroke Silver Plus Achievement Awards demonstrate Bellevue’s commitment to enhanced patient outcomes

June 9, 2015

Steven Alexander, Executive Director of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) Bellevue Hospital Center, announced today that HHC Bellevue has received three awards from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s "Get with the Guidelines"® (GWTG) Program in recognition of excellent patient outcomes for both cardiac and stroke care.

Event Raises Awareness that CPR Saves Lives

June 4, 2015

Physicians and leaders from the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation’s (HHC) Bellevue Hospital Center today participated in the American Heart Association’s Hands-Only CPR relay in Times Square that set a new Guinness World Records title and brought awareness to the life-saving skill of cardiopulmonary resuscitation. About 40 Bellevue physicians, nurses and staff, and 700 people altogether participated in the CPR relay.

“I have no doubt, that had my trauma occurred somewhere else, it’s likely I would not be here today,” – Gregory Moquin

May 21, 2015

In February of 2014, Gregory Moquin, of Richmond, VA, was in New York City on business when he realized he might be having a heart attack. He called the front desk from his hotel room and asked them to call 911. He propped open the door to his room, and, as Moquin says, “I don’t remember anything for several days after that.”

Dr. Kathie-Ann Joseph is HHC Bellevue Hospital Center's Physician of the Year

May 20, 2015

The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) recently celebrated eight Manhattan physicians during a ceremony marking Doctors’ Day 2015. Among those honored was Kathie-Ann Joseph, MD, MPH, FACS, Chief of Breast Surgery Service, HHC Bellevue Hospital Center

May 12, 2015

The new Children’s Partial Hospitalization Program (CPHP) provides intensive treatment with an on-site school for patients 6 to 17 years old. The program bridges the gap between psychiatric hospitalization and outpatient care, and reduces the need for inpatient hospital care.

February 26, 2015

New York, NY - It’s cold and dreary. Winter days are shorter. Bundling up is a hassle. Whether NYC’s winter has given you a simple case of the “winter blues” or you’re dealing with a medical condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), there is no need to suffer in silence. “First it’s important to understand why we may feel sad,” said Amy Hoffman, MD, Medical Director of the Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic and the Deputy Director of the Division of Ambulatory and Community Psychiatry at HHC Bellevue Hospital.

February 25, 2015

For years doctors and other medical professionals have touted the myriad benefits of breast milk for newborns, but what happens when a new mom can’t produce milk to breastfeed her baby? HHC Bellevue Hospital Center is the only hospital in NYC to offer mothers’ milk from a milk bank to new moms with lactation issues.

December 23, 2014

New York, NY - The staff of HHC Bellevue Hospital Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NNICU) recently hosted a holiday party for the NNICU families with babies in the unit. Because this time of the year can be difficult for families with a baby in the NNICU, the staff throws a party every year to brighten their patient’s holidays.

December 17, 2014

New York, NY - HHC Bellevue Hospital Center has been recognized with a Get With The Guidelines®–Stroke Bronze Quality Achievement Award by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association.

December 17, 2014

New York, NY - HHC Bellevue Hospital Center is pleased to announce that rabbinical student Levi Rosenblatt was discharged today after being successfully treated for a stab wound to the head.

December 17, 2014

New York, NY - New moms at HHC Bellevue Hospital Center and their newborns were visited by some knitting elves on Tuesday, December 16th.

December 2, 2014

New York, NY - The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) today announced that HHC Bellevue Hospital Center in Manhattan has been ranked as a “Top Performer on Key Quality Measures” by the Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the U.S.

Partners with ACS to provide psychiatric care to youths in detention.

October 31, 2014

New York, NY - The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) and NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) announce the implementation of an intra-city agreement that will allow Bellevue Hospital Center to provide psychiatric and psychological care to youth in secure and non-secure detention.

Former participants share personal inspiring stories; current participants enjoy exercise and cooking classes

October 29, 2014

New York, NY - Bellevue Hospital Center, part of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC), recently celebrated the 40th anniversary of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program. Since 1974, the WIC Program has been providing vital assistance and nutritious foods for low income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children five and under.

Bellevue’s multi-disciplinary team approach includes state-of-the-art chemotherapy, surgery, reconstructive surgery; ensures supportive, culturally-sensitive care

June 23, 2014

New York, NY - Bellevue Hospital Center announced that its Breast Care Service has been awarded Center of Excellence accreditation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) of the American College of Surgeons. 

7th Annual Event for Emergency Medical Services for Children’s Day

June 3, 2014

New York, NY - Children of Bellevue, Inc., an auxiliary of Bellevue Hospital Center, distributed 65 bike helmets to children ages five and up in the pediatric clinic, in honor of Emergency Medical Services for Children’s Day.

May 7 is Health Care Auxilian Day in New York State

May 7, 2014

New York, NY - Bellevue Hospital Center, part of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC), today recognized the three auxiliaries that support programs and services at Bellevue to help New Yorkers recuperate and stay healthy throughout the year. The non-profit organizations are: Children of Bellevue, The Auxiliary to Bellevue and The Bellevue Association.

Bellevue Hospital's Dr. Laura Evans Receives "Doctors Day" Award

May 1, 2014

New York, NY - The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) honored seven Manhattan physicians with Doctors’ Day awards for their leadership and commitment to advancing the mission of the public hospital system and providing the highest quality healthcare to New Yorkers.

Cardiothoracic surgeon is a strong advocate for awareness of Marfan syndrome and related disorders

April 10, 2014

New York, NY - Dr. DeAnda was honored at The Marfan Foundation’s annual HeARTworks® Gala at Cipriani Restaurant on 42nd Street in Manhattan.  Each year at HeARTworks®, leaders in the medical, corporate and Marfan communities are honored with the foundation’s “Hero with a Heart” award.

March 14, 2014

New York, NY - Danielle Elleman, LCSW, received the Lydia Martinez Multidisciplinary Collaboration Award for her work helping victims and fighting sexual violence.

March 14, 2014

New York, NY - United Hospital Fund has honored Bellevue volunteer Anthony (Tony) Austin with its 2014 Hospital Volunteer Achievement Award for his outstanding work in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, where he is also a patient.

February 20, 2014

New York, NY - Continuing the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation’s (HHC) commitment to provide the highest level of primary care at all its locations, HHC President Alan D. Aviles announced today that the primary care practices at four HHC facilities in Manhattan have achieved recertification as “Level 3” Patient-Centered Medical Homes, the highest accreditation possible, from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). 

January 30, 2014

New York, NY –Bellevue Hospital Center, part of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC), today announced that Andrew B. Wallach, MD, FACP, has been appointed the new Clinical Director of Ambulatory Care in charge of coordinating the clinical activities of more than 90 outpatient and specialty clinics at the hospital.

New Unit Expands Mental Health Services for Children and Adolescents

October 29, 2013

(New York, NY) Bellevue Hospital Center, a member of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC), today announced the opening of a new, 15-bed inpatient psychiatric unit for adolescents that expands the inpatient capacity and enables the hospital to address the growing need for inpatient mental health services for children and adolescents.

August 29, 2013

New York, NY – New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) President Alan D. Aviles today announced the appointment of Steven R. Alexander as Executive Director of Bellevue Hospital Center, one of the oldest public hospitals in the country.