One hundred and twenty years ago, when Richmond University Medical Center was first established as St. Vincent’s Hospital, surgeons did their work in the Villa Building, a Victorian mansion that is still part of the campus. Patients were often at higher risk as surgeons worked to save their lives before the advent of antibiotics, anesthesia […]
The days of large, unappealing scars and long recovery times from traditional surgeries are in the past. Today, surgeons use robotic medical devices to complete a wide range of surgical procedures. This alternative to more invasive practices provides surgeons with more precision, flexibility, and control than is possible with conventional techniques. That leads to a […]
Dileep Aiyagari, MD, named an Unsung Hero by American College of Emergency Physicians Each year the New York Chapter of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) selects outstanding and dedicated individuals who work in emergency medicine as Unsung Heroes. Those selected embody the mission of emergency medicine and are committed to their patients and […]
RUMC, Community Partners and Agencies Discuss Resources and Care Services As Staten Island’s only Center of Excellence for the care of sexual assault survivors, Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) held a daylong conference on November 16 focused on the growing rate of sexual assault incidents in the borough and treatment services available both at RUMC […]
Robotic medical devices are modern technology surgeons use to assist them with surgeries. They can be used to treat a variety of medical conditions and are an alternative to more invasive practices. Some patients may be candidates to receive this kind of surgery. Board-certified surgeons at Richmond University Medical Center provide a variety of procedures, […]
There is a high degree of anticipation at Richmond University Medical Center, as the construction of a 40,000-square-foot surgical center nears completion. With a price tag of $40 million, the new facility offers Staten Island residents direct access to innovative technologies that are transforming medical practices today. The new surgery department is above the new […]
RUMC provided nearly 50 free pre-season physicals to student-athletes from across New York City On Saturday, August 12, Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) provided nearly 50 free pre-season physicals to New York City student-athletes at the hospital’s Immediate Care/Primary Care/Walk-in Center, located inside the Dr. Krishne Urs Medical Pavilion at 1161 Victory Blvd. The physical […]
National organizations continue to recognize the hospital’s quality stroke care and treatment services Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading […]
Members of the RUMC Cardiovascular Department (L to R): Sean Galligan, MD; Nay Htyte, MD; Srinivas Duvvuri, MD; Fiona Shehaj, MD; Francesco Rotatori, MD, Chief, Cardiovascular Department; and Iwona Gargala, PA. RUMC Designated Mission: Lifeline STEMI Receiving Center Gold by American Heart Association (AHA) Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) has earned the American Heart Association’s […]
Chief of Cardiovascular Department, Francesco Rotatori, MD, FACC, takes the reins as new president Beginning July 1, Francesco Rotatori, MD, FACC, will assume the role of President of the Medical Staff at Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC). Dr. Rotatori currently serves as Chief of the hospital’s Cardiovascular Department. As president, he will represent the interests […]
