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MJHS Health System Awarded $100k Grant by TD Bank for Veterans Initiative

Funds will help not-for-profit expand reach of trauma-informed care, Vet-to-Vet Cafes, caregiver support, legacy-building and reconciliation efforts.

Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine Helps MJHS Health System Debut New Downtown Headquarters

With the cut of a ribbon, MJHS Health System was joined by Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine at the official opening of the not-for-profit’s new corporate headquarters at 55 Water Street in Lower Manhattan.

MJHS President & CEO Selected as Notable 2023 Leader in Health Care

After his first year as President and CEO of MJHS Health System, David Wagner has been named to this prestigious list of health care executives, “whose dedication, vision and provision of care reflect the best of the profession.”

United Hospital Fund Honors Three MJHS Staff

Three of our very own were honored at the fifth annual Tribute to Excellence in Health Care event hosted by the United Hospital Fund on May 8, 2023.

Afonne Eze Promoted to Lead MJHS Home Care/Home Care Solutions

MJHS Health System is pleased to announce that Afonne Eze, MSN, FNP-c, ACHPN, was chosen earlier this year to lead MJHS Home Care and MJHS Home Care Solutions.

MJHS Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Wins National Award for Patient Advocacy

This quarterly award recognizes NPs/PAs for going above and beyond in their duties, with Neso chosen for her “unparalleled patient care and advocacy, inspiring career path and dedication to the advancement of the profession” as part of our community-based palliative care program.

United Hospital Fund Honors Three MJHS Nurses

Three of our very own were honored at the Fourth Annual Tribute to Excellence in Health Care hosted by the United Hospital Fund on May 9, 2022.

Christina Van Vort Named New Chief Legal Officer of MJHS Health System

MJHS Health System announced today that veteran health care attorney Christina Van Vort has been named the new Chief Legal Officer, effective immediately.

MJHS Health System Announces Appointment of New Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer

Officially part of the senior leadership team since late last year, Bakallbashi arrived with a track record of successful and forward-thinking health care strategy experience.

MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care Awarded Accreditation from The Joint Commission

The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.

TD Bank Awards MJHS Health System Grant for Innovative Veterans Initiatives

Two-year commitment helps launch virtual reality treatments, expand Vet-to-Vet Cafes, and broaden community and national partnerships

MJHS Health System and MyndVR Launch Virtual Reality Pilot Program for MJHS Hospice Patients

MJHS is connecting with MyndVR/Immersive Cure to study how virtual reality can improve the quality of life for their hospice patients.

MJHS Health System Announces Selection of Next CFO

MJHS Health System announced today that David Koschitzki, current Chief Financial Officer of MJHS Health Plans, will be promoted to CFO of MJHS Health System effective January 1, 2022.

MJHS Health System Announces Elderplan/HomeFirst Succession Plan and New Leadership Position

As MJHS Health System considered the succession plan for Elderplan/HomeFirst, it quickly became clear that our current needs would be best served by choosing two strong leaders who would work together to oversee operations.

Nadine Ferguson Tapped to Become MJHS Chief Human Resources Officer

MJHS Health System announced today that it has selected Nadine Ferguson to assume the role of Chief Human Resources Officer starting January 1, 2022.

Three MJHS Health System Leaders Promoted to Senior Vice President

MJHS Health System is pleased to announce that effective immediately, Susan Lage, Laurie Chichester and Joyce Palmieri are all promoted to Senior Vice President. Learn More

MJHS Health System Announces President and CEO Succession Plan

The Board of Directors has selected David Wagner to assume the role of MJHS Health System President and CEO on January 1, 2022. Wagner has been with MJHS since 1999 and brings extensive experience on both the provider and payor sides of the system.

MJHS Health System Announces Election of Six New Directors

MJHS Health System announced today that its boards of directors recently elected six new members who are leaders in their respective sectors. The new Board Members offer extensive experience in health care, finance and human resources. All MJHS Board Members serve in a volunteer capacity. Learn More

Menorah & Isabella both earn top 25 spots in New York State

MJHS Health Systems is proud to announce that both the Isabella Center and the Menorah Center have been named Top Nursing Homes in New York State.

Wedding Held at Isabella Center

Nursing home resident watches daughter’s wedding from window

David Wagner Named COO of MJHS Health System

NEW YORK—MJHS Health System today announced that effective immediately, David Wagner assumes the newly created role of chief operating officer (COO) for the not-for-profit organization. Learn More.

A Message About Racial Justice

Read the message below written by MJHS Health System’s President and CEO, Alexander S. Balko, where he speaks about racial injustice.