NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks surprised the world two years ago when he revealed he had type 2 diabetes. And that's a good thing. It's always helpful when a well-known celebrity or personality is honest about their health, said Rebecca Fenichel, MD, ECNU, an endocrinologist at White Plains Hospital Physician Associates in New Rochelle. "Taking away some of the ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The White Plains Hospital family is mourning the unexpected death of Dr. Robert Small, who died Tuesday morning after a tragic bicycle accident on Friday, according to Dr. Michael Palumbo, Medical Director and Executive Vice President of White Plains Hospital.  White Plains Hospital staff held a brief memorial service Wednesday morning in the hospital's ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- If you’re not careful this Fourth of July, the hot dogs might not be the only thing at your backyard picnic that gets burned, says Dr. Rafael Torres. Holidays are always busy times for local emergency rooms, but none seem as packed with potential dangers as Independence Day with its combination of fireworks, heat and alcohol, says Torres, medical director of White ...

This story has been updated WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. --  White Plains Hospital and Montefiore Medical Center were approved for a partnership by the Public Health and Health Planning Council on Thursday. Through the partnership, approved by a unanimous vote, Montefiore will become the co-operator and active parent of White Plains Hospital. President and CEO of Montefiore Health ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital recognized 22 students who completed an intensive, seven-week apprenticeship program during the summer. A graduation ceremony was held in the hospital’s auditorium, attended by hospital leaders, staff members, the graduates and their families. The following apprentices graduated from the program: Bianca Acuna, J’ana  Aikman, Michelle Campos, ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital CEO Jon Schandler believes the hospital's newest alliance with Montefiore Health System will bring its healthcare services to new heights. The Board of Directors of White Plains Hospital approved the signing of a letter of agreement to enter into a partnership with Montefiore at its Wednesday board meeting. Schandler said Montefiore was chosen ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - The Greenburgh Hebrew Center of Dobbs Ferry has partnered with White Plains Hospital to host its annual Blood Drive on Sunday, Feb. 2. The drive will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Greenburgh Hebrew Center, 515 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry. All eligible donors, 16 years old and over are welcome to participate. Donors under the age of 18 must have parental ...

WHITE PLAINS, N,Y. - White Plains Hospital Imaging Center at New Rochelle opened its doors on Jan. 13 at 1296 North Ave. in northern New Rochelle. This is the first Imaging Center in the Sound Shore region opened under the auspices of the hospital.  The Center occupies the first floor of a newly renovated 18,000 square foot building in the Wykagyl Shopping Center, and is connected to a ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - White Plains Hospital has welcomed Radiologist Dr. Pamela Weber of Scarsdale to its group of integrated physician practices. Weber joined the center as of Dec. 18. Weber will be assuming the title of Director of Outpatient Imaging for White Plains Hospital and will be based at the hospital’s newly opened Imaging Center at New Rochelle on North Avenue in New ...

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. - White Plains Hospital is hosting a major benefit concert featuring performances by legendary Jazz saxophonist Branford Marsalis and winner of the first season of “The Voice,” vocalist Javier Colon next mont. The concert will take place at the recently restored Capitol Theatre in Port Chester on Thursday evening, Feb. 13. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a ...