Crouse Health is the first hospital in Central New York to use the Watchman device, a minimally invasive implant approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as an alternative to long-term blood thinner therapy for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder. Studies have shown that the Watchman device offers patients…
Whether you or a loved one is ill or injured, it can be helpful to understand the process that takes place when visiting the Crouse Hospital Emergency Department. It’s important to know that the most critical medical needs are addressed first. Patients with life-threatening conditions are treated immediately, while others are cared for based on…
Welcome to Crouse Health’s Professional Nursing Pathway. This program was created to foster, validate and recognize the professional development and achievements of our registered nurses. The pathway is based on the research of Dr. Patricia Benner and the ongoing development of nursing expertise from novice to expert. The four levels of skill — novice, competent,…
Perry Johnson & Associates (PJ&A), a medical transcription service assisting providers across the U.S., has experienced a data breach as a result of a hacking incident in its own systems. At least 4 million New Yorkers have been impacted by the data breach, including some (but not all) Crouse Health patients. There was no compromise…
