Dr. Anita Lui has always been a key member of our department and particularly our residency program. She was serving as associate residency director when a tragedy resulted in our residency director, Dr. Parikh, having to go on an extended leave of absence. Anita stepped...
Dr. Megan Slowey has been an invaluable asset to Peconic Bay Medical Center, spearheading our age-friendly initiative with remarkable vision. Her dedicated work significantly enhanced the Emergency Department's care for older adults, particularly by tackling the negative outcomes of prolonged ED stays. Through her project, Dr....
We are honored to nominate Dr. Neal Cohen for the New York State Emergency Medicine Unsung Hero Award. Dr. Cohen exemplifies the very essence of this recognition through his unwavering dedication to his colleagues and the mission of the emergency department. Dr. Cohen devotes countless hours...
Dr. David Tran has been an indispensable pillar of Northwell Health for nearly two decades, embodying the true spirit of an emergency medicine unsung hero. His extensive tenure, beginning in 2004, has seen him serve across numerous Northwell facilities, including Glen Cove, Plainview, Syosset, and...
Dr. Michael Sperandeo is a dedicated physician, an energetic educator, and a colleague the team enjoys working with. Dr. Sperandeo is compassionate and looks to provide the best care for his patients. He also focuses on providing training for colleagues through Simulation where he will...
Dr. Julia Paris has come to our department and has been quickly recognized as a leader. She has taken on the task of training colleagues through simulation but also taken the lead in reviewing cases for performance improvement. She has a keen mind for seeing...
Dr. Avcioglu has worked as an ED nocturnist since 2015. She has been a stalwart of our department since then. There is no one more trustworthy as a clinician to make an accurate diagnosis, initiate appropriate treatment, and to manage the department, often on her...
Dr. Dania Goodin exemplifies the spirit of the Unsung Hero Award through her tireless dedication to patients, learners, and the community. An Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and core faculty at Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai Queens, she combines clinical excellence with a strong...
Dr. Fields brings decades of clinical experience and relentless care to the patients and residents of the south bronx (along with some of the best music one can listen to on shift). Doug is a true advocate for our patients and resident education. He is...
Dr. Sweeney truly embodies the essence of an "Unsung Hero" in the emergency department. His dedication goes far beyond the clinical responsibilities typically expected of an emergency physician. His exceptional commitment and unwavering support for his colleagues, patients, and the overall mission of the ED...
