Catholic Health News & Stories

“For me, this was about finding something that would allow me to have the best health possible and not keep my wife and kids awake at night." -Ryan Owens

Jerri Giusto's work family at Good Samaritan Hospital and the local community responded with an outpouring of support after losing her son Jack.

West Islip resident James Killen said an annual visit to his cardiologist found significant blockages in his heart, allowing for life-saving treatment.

Bevon will go home just in time for Valentine’s Day with his true loves: his mommy and daddy!

Christopher Brown was treated at The Catholic Health Cancer Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital.

"We are happy to see that Valerie is doing well and we wish her the best of luck,” said Dr. Sidharth Yadav.

The hospital welcomed three babies (twins and a singleton) born on 2/22/22.

Debra Ventura loves her job as Catholic Health’s Pastoral Care Manager

Anthony Anitra loves his job at Catholic Health’s Good Samarian Hospital.

“COVID-19 hit me like a ton of bricks…The only thing we don’t have enough of is time…Time is precious,” said Timothy Heaton.

“If you didn’t know my story, you would have no idea of what I went through. I can’t thank Dr. Bekelis and the entire team at Good Samaritan for the care they provided. They saved my life!” said Andrew Infantino.

Shaun Gardner underwent a Transcarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) to prevent further health complications after suffering a stroke.

Jordan Rose loves his job as Lead CAT Scan Technologist

Vanessa Gonzales loves her job in the Emergency Department of St. Joseph Hospital

“Talk with your doctor and get screened, especially if you have a family history,” said Malvina Kefalas.

“When a couple comes to The Gianna Center with an infertility problem, we don’t stop until we find the reason that it is happening,” said Dr. Nolte.

Timely diagnosis and treatment is vital in cardiac emergencies.

"We’re extremely blessed and fortunate to have someone like Dr. Nolte and The Gianna Center to be there for us every step of the way,” said Elizabeth Kelley.

Sophia Meyer is lucky to be alive after a life threatening stroke.

Brittany Handelson and her husband welcomed their first child into the world a few weeks earlier than expected.

Melanie was referred to the Mother’s Circle of Hope program at Good Samaritan Hospital where she found the support she needed.

“I felt like I was in the right place, with the right people to take care of me,” says Patrick Beckley. 

West Hempstead resident Larry Doyle, 87, had a mantra as he practiced dancing for his granddaughter's wedding: "Practice makes perfect." 

Zita Murano was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer with nine brain tumors.

Minimally invasive procedure gives him a “normal” life

Dr. Rao Bodapati reconnected with two of his former patients.

Doreen Perrino’s cancer was caught in the early stages and her prognosis is good.

Maria Rizzuto urges people to advocate for themselves if they feel like something is wrong.

Steve Dollard was treated by Dr. David Anschel at Catholic Health's St. Charles Epilepsy located at St. Charles Hospital.

Michael DeFeo had three consecutive heart attacks while he was at St. Francis Hospital for twin hip replacements.

Because both of her parents had passed away from lung cancer, the Lindenhurst, NY, resident decided to make an annual lung cancer screening part of her wellness journey.

Danny Voyes, 32, of Baldwin, NY, was able to enjoy Christmas dinner with his family for the first time in four years.

Chloe Downey was treated at the Center for Hyperbaric Medicine & Wound Healing at St. Charles Hospital.

Chukwuma Egbuziem loves his job at St. Charles Hospital.

Glenn Femminella saved his life when he went to St. Catherine of Siena Hospital.

Richard DeCicco needed spine surgery to correct herniated discs.

Toni Clemens look back at her December 2021 accident.

Jessica Novak loves her job as Director of Ambulatory Clinical Quality & Value Based Programs

Siegfried Buehler of Farmingdale knows how effective HBO therapy can be.

Ten years ago, Angela Deluna, 48, of Deer Park was diagnosed with benign intracranial hypertension.

Tara Oneill loves her job as Radiology Supervisor at St. Joseph Hospital