Nassau University Medical Center
Nassau University Medical Center is a 530-bed tertiary care teaching hospital that has been the primary source of medical care for millions of Nassau County residents since 1935. It is also the heart of NuHealth – a Long Island-based health system committed to deliver coordinated medical care and disease and lifestyle management to everyone, at every stage of life.
In addition to its own extensive medical and surgical capabilities, NUMC is affiliated with the North Shore/LIJ Health System. This relationship allows us to transfer or refer patients requiring highly specialized medicine. We are even creating on-site partnerships with some of the region's top specialists, including the North Shore-LIJ cardiology team, expanding our ability to bring highly specialized medicine to patients within our walls. No matter what the diagnosis, we will make sure every patient gets the care he or she needs.
Inside the Hospital
With its 19-story main tower, Nassau University Medical Center is Nassau County's tallest building and a familiar Long Island landmark. As the region's premier Level I trauma center, NUMC treats many of the County's most critically injured patients, and has long carried the responsibility of being the region's "safety net" hospital.
Some Outstanding Features Include:
- Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center
- Designated Stroke Center
- Zaki Hossain Center for Hypertension, Diabetes and Vascular Disease
- Extensive laboratory, imaging and research facilities
- Expansive two-level Health Sciences Library
- Interfaith chapel
The Hospital as Teacher
For more than 60 years, Nassau University Medical Center has maintained a strong commitment to medical education. We are academically affiliated with the North Shore-LIJ Health System, the Health Sciences Center of the State University of New York at Stony Brook, the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and the soon-to-open Hofstra University School of Medicine.
As a teaching hospital, we work in partnership with our affiliates to educate medical students, train residents and provide continuing education for physicians. NUMC's highly qualified faculty, comprehensively equipped facilities and strong graduate medical education programs, combined with the challenge of serving a broad patient population in a fast-paced environment, provide an extraordinary learning experience for the next generation of medical professionals. Our educational mission fosters scholarly activity, research productivity and high standards of patient care – and our patients are the beneficiaries.
Fast Facts
NUMC treats more than 80,000 emergency patients annually.
NUMC's 80-plus outpatient specialty clinics handle more than 178,000 patient visits annually.
A. Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility
An Affiliate of the North Shore / LIJ Health System
875 Jerusalem Avenue, Uniondale, NY 11553
Offices: 516.572.1400
Admissions:516.572.1510
Fax: 516.483.1992
Medical Care at A. Holly Patterson
Recognized nationally as a model for skilled nursing facilities, the Patterson Facility offers innovative care in an environment that treats the 'whole' person. The skilled and caring medical staff responds to the physical, social and emotional needs of each resident.
Extensive medical care is provided by the Facility's physician staff in such diverse areas as rehabilitation services, diagnostic and radiology services, psychiatric and psychological care, dental and ophthalmology care, podiatry services, cardiology evaluations and treatment, and neurological testing. On-site ambulatory clinics provide residents the convenience of accessible specialty medical care. Should inpatient hospital care be necessary, residents are transferred to the nearby Nassau University Medical Center, one of the finest teaching hospitals in the region, affiliated with the North Shore Long Island Jewish Health Systems.
Not content to be among the nation's most outstanding skilled nursing facility staffs, the doctors and nurses at the Patterson Facility continuously work to improve their skills through education. Each week, health care professionals provide updates on clinical procedures, advances in treatments, new pharmaceutical therapies and a host of other current medical topics.
For post-hospital care, A. Holly Patterson offers a continuum of services, including the following specialty units:
- Sub-Acute Rehabilitation for post-stroke, post-fracture, neuro-muscular disease, accident recovery, generalized debility and more
- Long-Term Rehabilitation
- Wound Care
- I.V. Therapy
- Dementia Services
- Ventilator and Respiratory Care
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice Care
- Korean Long Term Care
- On-Site Hemodialysis
Activities
With a full staff of Therapeutic Recreation, music and art therapists and 72 acres of park-like grounds, our residents are constantly motivated to live as fully and completely as possible. Community field trips, cultural programs, adapted sports and holiday celebrations are just a few of the many activities that fill the daily lives of our residents. A game room, featuring video games, pool table, basketball, and a large screen TV is open with staff supervision. Our Glee Club and Veteran’s Group are also among some of the specialty services that put us apart from the competition.
Nursing - The goal of the Nursing Department is to provide safe and effective nursing care that is designed to help our residents regain and maintain the highest level of capability, and thus improve their quality of life.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Physical therapy, occupational therapy,
speech therapy and audiology services are
offered to our residents, in an effort to
restore and maintain their optimum functional
level and allow them to return to the community.
Social Work - Committed to providing intervention and advocacy for our residents as needed, the main focus of this department is to maximize each resident's level of function by working with family and outside agencies. Discharge Planning assessments begin at admission to ensure that each opportunity to return to community living is afforded to every resident.
Respiratory Care - Under the direction of the Medical Director and a board-certified pulmonologist, the Respiratory Care Department provides comprehensive care by licensed nurses and respiratory specialists around the clock, seven days a week.
Pharmacy – Expeditious delivery
ensures that our residents receive their prescribed
medications in a timely fashion. The facility
utilizes highly qualified pharmacy consultants
for medication review.
Laboratory Services - The Patterson Facility is one of the very few nursing homes that offer the services of an accredited, full-service laboratory, under the direction of a licensed pathologist.
HIV Services - Under the direction of a skilled physician with experience in Infectious Diseases and the clinical management of persons with AIDS, the Patterson Facility offers a wide variety of services in a 20-bed designated unit.
Additional Services
A. Holly Patterson residents can enjoy the convenience of on-site beauty and barber shop services for a nominal cost.
Also available are frequent on-site holiday gift boutiques and the Holly Shop, a stationery and sundries store operated by the Facility's volunteers, the Geronteers.
Also available are interfaith chaplaincy services, a variety of recreational activities, and resident banking services.
Overnight leaves from the Facility can be arranged, unless a medical condition prevents such a visit, or insurance prohibits it. Daytime passes are also available, with or without escort, depending on each resident’s personal situation.
Ample, free on-site parking is available.
About the Staff
Caring for the residents of the Patterson Facility is a way of life for its professionals. A highly qualified staff of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses delivers around-the-clock skilled care. A full-time staff of board-certified physicians, supervised by an on-site medical director, provides experienced care and treatment in all medical specialties relating to geriatric care. Other professionals, including social workers, registered dieticians; respiratory therapists, activities specialists, pastoral care and rehabilitation therapists are part of the team that provides day-to-day support services.
The Center prides itself on having a family of men and women whose concern, compassion and commitment are the essential components for ensuring the comfort and well-being of its residents.
Payment methods accepted include: Medicare; Medicaid; Private Pay; HMO or Third Party Provider (with authorization); Commercial Insurance or Medicaid Pending.
Professional Organizational Memberships
A.Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility is a proud member of the following Professional Organizations:
- New York Association of Homes and Services for the Aged
- New York State Health Facilities Associations
- Greater New York Hospital Association
- Healthcare Association of New York State
- County Nursing Facilities of New York
Admissions and Tour Information
The Admissions Office will gladly arrange a tour of the facility for family
members as well as for hospital and home care professionals seeking information to assist individuals
awaiting placement. For appointments and information, please call the Pre-Admission Office
at (516) 572-1510 or 1511, or fax us at (516) 483-1992. Weekday tours are always available.
Weekend or evening tours can also be arranged by calling the Admissions Office in advance.
The A. Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility is licensed by the New York State Department of Health and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations.
NuHealth Family Health Centers
Elmont • Hempstead • Roosevelt • Roosevelt High School • South Ocean Care • Westbury
NuHealth's Family Health Centers are bringing a new kind of care to the communities that need it most. Our goal is to see that every Long Islander has a "medical home" - a place where people you know provide the kind of primary and preventative care that safeguards the health of you and your family.
That's what our Family Health Centers are all about: great care delivered by compassionate doctors and nurses right in your own neighborhood. You'll get your own doctor who will work to keep you and your family healthy. Consultations with specialists in areas like diabetes, OB-GYN and pediatrics. And as part of NuHealth, we will make it easy to get necessary treatment from our outpatient specialty services or, if necessary, as an inpatient at Nassau University Medical Center. We can even help you obtain low or no-cost insurance coverage, if eligible.
Imagine: no more waiting in the emergency room. Your own doctor, backed by a team of specialists. And, most important, great medical care you can afford regardless of your income, residency or immigration status. It's a whole new way of thinking about your health.
Services*
Adult Medicine
Pediatrics
Women's Health Services
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Prenatal Care Assistance Program
Family Planning
Specialty Services** (South Ocean Care)
Laboratory Services |
* Not all services offered at every Center. Check with local staff for
services and schedules
** Not all specialty services are offered at all times. Call for an appointment.
Hours of Operation*
Internal Medicine
Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Pediatrics
Mon., Wed., Fri. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Tuesday 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
** Specialty Services
Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Women's Health Services
Monday 8:30 am – 7:30 pm
Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri. 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Young Adult Services
Tuesday 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm
NuHealth Family Health Center Locations
Elmont Health Center
161 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont, NY 11003
(516) 571-8200
Hempstead Health Center
135 Main St., Hempstead, NY 11550
(516) 572-1300
Roosevelt/Freeport Family Center
380 Nassau Road, Roosevelt, NY 11575
(516) 571-8600
Roosevelt High School
One Wagner Ave., Roosevelt, NY 11575
(516) 345-7229
South Ocean Care (Specialty Services)
101 South Bergen Place, Freeport, NY 11520
(516) 623-3600
Westbury Health Center
682 Union Ave., Westbury, NY 11590
(516) 571-9500
* Flexible appointments available. Please call for appointment when
possible.
** Not all specialty services are offered at all times. Call for an appointment.
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In partnership with the LI Federally-Qualified Health Centers
LI Federally-Qualified Health Centers (LIFQHC) is a non-profit, consumer-driven organization created to help address the health needs of the region’s most vulnerable populations. It is governed by 13 board members, seven of whom receive primary care at one of NuHealth’s Family Health Centers, while the remaining six are leaders of the regional non-profit community. This partnership allows us to enhance services, expand hours of operation, obtain reduced prescription pricing, and more — all to improve the quality and availability of preventative and primary care in Nassau County’s 33 medically-underserved communities.
For more information on LIFHQHC Family Health Centers, please visit www.lifqhc.org.