Left-Right: Angels On The Bay Vice President and Executive Director Cookie M. Kurtz; RUMC President and CEO, Daniel J. Messina, PhD, MPA, FACHE; Dr. Santosh Parab; RUMC VP, Public Relations and Marketing, Alex Lutz; Angels On The Bay Secretary Cathy Burns; and RUMC VP for Development, Joseph Burt. RUMC receives over $22,000 donation from Queens […]
Former MLB pitcher and Staten Islander Jason Marquis receives a free prostate cancer exam courtesy of Richmond University Medical Center. Former Staten Island major league baseball player joins RUMC, Fans for the Cure, and JCC of SI at outreach event. On September 30, Richmond University Medical Center hosted a prostate cancer awareness event at the […]
Hospital will expand screenings, education and offer colonoscopies to low-income and uninsured populations Richmond University Medical Center has been awarded a grant to help combat the growing rate of colorectal cancer on Staten Island. RUMC was awarded $25,000 from the Harry S. Black & Allon Fuller Fund to expand educational outreach and the number of […]
When it comes to cancer treatment, early detection is essential. The sooner cancer is diagnosed, the more effective treatment can be, leading to a more positive outcome. This is why patient education is crucial. By understanding the symptoms and risk factors, people can make informed decisions about when to seek screening. Here, the Oncology Department […]
Pregnancy provokes great change in the body. Many changes are normal, as they help to nurture the fetus and prepare for birth. However, for first-time mothers, it may be difficult to know whether a change is beneficial or dangerous. Here, Richmond University Medical Center discusses potential danger signs in pregnancy that indicate the need for […]
RUMC, in partnership with Movn Health, is among the first providers on Staten Island offering an at-home option Following a heart attack, heart surgery, or diagnoses of other heart problems, cardiac rehabilitation is a medically proven effective part of person’s recovery. It can help a person recuperate and also prevent future heart problems. Thanks to […]
The kidneys are among the most important organs in the body. They perform the vital role of filtering toxins, excess fluids, and other waste products from blood. When they stop working correctly, the resulting imbalance can create complications throughout the body. Maintaining healthy kidneys is, therefore, crucial to a person’s overall well-being. Here, Richmond University […]
Most people experience sexual health issues at some point in their lives. For men, these issues can relate to sexual desire, arousal, performance, or all of the above. Not only can these difficulties impair a man’s enjoyment of sex, but they can also impact his confidence and self-image. Despite the importance of sexual health, embarrassment […]
Some of the local clergy leaders who attended the inaugural meeting of the RUMC Bridge to Faith Council, held at Richmond University Medical Center on July 21. Prominent leaders from all faiths join forces with RUMC to improve community health and expand access to the hospital’s vital services Recognizing the important link between spirituality and […]
Anne M. Boyle, Heather M. Butts, and Rev. Lester J. Figueroa appointed to the hospital’s Board of Trustees Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) has welcomed three new Trustees to its board, all with terms that began on July 1. The newly appointed Trustees are Anne M. Boyle, Heather M. Butts, and Rev. Lester J. Figueroa. […]
