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Appendix Cancer

Services Cancer Care Cancers We Treat Appendix Cancer

What Is Appendix Cancer? The appendix is normally located in the lower-right quadrant of the abdomen, has been thought to be a reservoir of good […]

Anal Canal Cancer

Services Cancer Care Cancers We Treat Anal Canal Cancer

What is Anal Canal Cancer? Once food has been processed by the body, it reaches the final stage of the digestive tract, which is also […]

Plastic Surgery

Services Surgery Plastic Surgery

At EHS, your aesthetic and functional goals and concerns are our priority. Our highly experienced plastic surgery team conducts a thorough evaluation and develops a […]

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Earns International Baby-Friendly Recognition for Excellence in Mother-Baby Care

Jul 22, 2025

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital, part of Episcopal Health Services (EHS), is proud to announce it has been officially redesignated as a Baby-Friendly® Hospital, following a […]

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Services Obstetrics/Gynecology The New Labor and Delivery Suite at EHS In The News

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Christian Mendez, MD

Specialties: Internal Medicine and Primary Care.

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EHS EvolvEd Learning Management System Resources

EHS EvolvEd by HealthStream Learning Management System Resources

Episcopal Health Services Expands Maternal Care, Strengthens Mental Health Support

Jul 8, 2025

Episcopal Health Services (EHS) is investing in equitable maternal health and mental wellness for families across the Rockaways, Five Towns, and surrounding communities.

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Awarded Laboratory Reaccreditation from The Joint Commission

Jul 2, 2025

EHS received The Joint Commission’s prestigious Gold Seal of Approval®

St. John’s ICARE Foundation Executive Director Honored with Community Visionary Award

Jul 1, 2025

Executive Director Nancy Leghart received the inaugural Community Visionary Award from Four Leaf Federal Credit Union at the ReImagine Conference.

Wilda Souffrant, MS, RDN, CDN

Specialties: Nutrition.

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Rena Shabalova, DO

Specialties: Diagnostic Radiology.

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St. John’s ICARE Foundation Gala Raises More than $400,000 for Maternal Care at Episcopal Health Services

Jun 23, 2025

The outpouring of support for the Blue Phoenix Gala speaks volumes about our community’s commitment to the mission and vision of EHS.

Colonoscopy FAQs

Services Gastroenterology Understanding Colonoscopy Colonoscopy FAQs

Contact and Location St. John’s Medical Group Specialty Practice, EHS Clinical Learning Center 19-09 Plainview Avenue, 2nd Floor Far Rockaway, NY 11691 If you already […]

Episcopal Health Services Chief of Gastroenterology Urges Men to Mark Men’s Health Month with a Life-Saving Colonoscopy

Jun 13, 2025

June is Men’s Health Month. Jay Fenster, MD, Chief of Gastroenterology at Episcopal Health Services (EHS) is urging men across the community to take charge […]

The New Labor and Delivery Suite at EHS

Services Obstetrics/Gynecology The New Labor and Delivery Suite at EHS

Bringing Life into the World, Surrounded by Comfort and Care  One of life’s most thrilling and fulfilling journeys is welcoming your newborn into the world. Episcopal Health Services […]

Episcopal Health Services Partnership Provides Free Sunscreen to Rockaway Beaches

Jun 4, 2025

Episcopal Health Services (EHS) is proud to continue its partnership with the New York City Parks Department and IMPACT Melanoma to provide free sunscreen for Rockaway residents and visitors.

Episcopal Health Services Opens New Labor and Delivery Suite Bringing Hope, Healing, and Heartfelt Maternal Care

May 30, 2025

Episcopal Health Services (EHS) is thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of its new Labor and Delivery Suite, expected to be completed this summer. The […]