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New Hematologist Added to Good Samaritan Hospital
Dr. Carrie Brooke Wasserman
SUFFERN, N.Y. (October 16, 2023) – Good Samaritan Hospital, a valued member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Carrie Brook Wasserman, MD, as the Associate Director of the Bobbi Lewis Cancer Program.
Dr. Wasserman, a highly experienced hematologist/oncologist, is set to enhance oncology services at Good Samaritan Hospital. Mary P. Leahy, MD, MHA, CEO of Bon Secours Charity Health System/Good Samaritan Hospital, expressed confidence in her appointment, stating, “With her impressive credentials, she will make an impact on the care we offer to our patients.”
Before joining Good Samaritan Hospital, Dr. Wasserman served as the Interim Chief of Hematology/Oncology at One Brooklyn Health (OBH), where she was also a core faculty member for the fellowship program. Her role extended to being the OBH site principal for several phase three clinical trials. Dr. Wasserman has held attending positions at Brooklyn Hospital Center, an affiliate of the Mt. Sinai Health System, and the John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center. Furthermore, she holds the position of Assistant Professor of Medicine at St. George’s University of Medicine.
Dr. Wasserman’s academic journey saw her earn her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine, following a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University. Her training involved an internal medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital/NYU School of Medicine and a hematology/oncology fellowship at St. Luke’s Roosevelt/Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology.
The Bobbi Lewis Cancer Program, accredited by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, is staffed by a team of dedicated, board-certified oncologists, surgeons, and radiologists. They provide compassionate care to patients in a comfortable and caring environment equipped with the latest medical technologies. The program specializes in various cancer types, including breast, lung, bladder, kidney, thyroid, prostate, head and neck, brain, lymphomas, myeloma, colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal tract cancers, gynecologic cancers, and melanoma. For breast cancer patients, the program offers genetic screening, counseling, and a support group.
Dr. Wasserman is now available to see new patients at Good Samaritan Hospital, located at 255 Lafayette Avenue in Suffern, N.Y. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 845.368.8500.
For more information about the cancer services offered by WMCHealth’s Good Samaritan Hospital, visit GoodSamHosp.org/Cancer.
Halloween Family Movie at the Village Branch
Haverstraw, NY – Mark the calendars for a Halloween family movie night at the Village Branch of the Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library on Monday, October 30, 2023. It’s a perfect opportunity for quality family time, with no registration required. Children are the ticket.
- Date: Monday, October 30, 2023
- Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Program Type: Movies
- Age Group: Children
Bring the whole family and enjoy an entertaining movie night at 85 Main Street in the Village of Haverstraw.
Canine Costumes and Community Fun: Clarkstown’s Halloween K-9 Contest
Congers, NY – Get ready for a howling good time as the Clarkstown Halloween K-9 Costume Contest returns this October. Here are the event details:
Date: Friday, October 20, 2023 (Rain Date: Friday, October 27, 2023)
Time: The contest begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Head over to the Congers Lake Memorial Park Hockey Rink, 8 Gilchrest Road, Congers, NY 10920.
The contest features several exciting costume categories for furry friends:
- Scariest
- Most Original
- Cutest
And the competition isn’t limited to size. There will be a winner in each category for dogs under 25 pounds and dogs over 25 pounds.
Additionally, the Town of Clarkstown offers a convenient opportunity for dog owners. On-site dog license registration will be available at the Congers Lake Memorial Park, 8 Gilchrest Road, Congers, NY 10920, on the same day as the costume contest:
Date: Friday, October 20, 2023 – 6:00 p.m. (Rain Date: Friday, October 27, 2023)
For licensing, please make your check payable to the Town Clerk. The fees are as follows:
- Neutered male or spayed female: $5.00 ($5.00 Local fee)
- Unneutered male or unspayed female: $13.00 ($10.00 Local Fee + $3.00 Spay/Neuter Fee)
Be sure to bring the required documentation, including a spayed or neutered certificate or a sworn affidavit along with proof of the current rabies vaccination. This documentation should include the vaccination date and the veterinarian’s details.
Participants may join in the Halloween festivities, showcase their dog’s costume creativity, and take care of their furry friend’s licensing needs at the Clarkstown Halloween K-9 Costume Contest.
Village Branch to Host Sensory Play for Families
Haverstraw, NY – The Village Branch of the Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library will host a STEM program for young children on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. The program is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. and is open to children aged 0-6. The event aims to provide interactive and sensory-based learning experiences. Families are encouraged to attend, and no registration is required.
Parents or guardians are expected to stay with their children during the program, and siblings are also welcome. The event will take place at 85 Main Street in Haverstraw.