In June of 2025, 41-year-old Pelham resident Anna Rollner and her husband were hiking in Zion National Park when she began experiencing intense dizziness. As an active runner who has completed marathons and an Ironman, it was unexpected. “It scared me a little, but I chalked it up to the […]
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Time Is Brain: What Everyone Should Know About Stroke
by Dr. Jared Cooper, Neurosurgery, Neuro-Endovascular Surgery, White Plains Hospital White Plains Hospital neurosurgeon Dr. Jared Cooper encourages everyone to know the warning signs of stroke and that rapid treatment can save lives. “As a neurosurgeon, I care for patients in some of the most critical moments of their […]
Step Into Spring: Why the “Right Shoe” Matters
The return of warmer weather offers more opportunities to return to exercise outdoors, whether it be walking, running or paddle sports. April is Foot Health Awareness Month, an important reminder to consider the role the right footwear can play in staying active and healthy all year long. Shoes are not […]
Thriving with Parkinson’s: A Guide to Living Well
More than 1 million people in the U.S. are estimated to be living with Parkinson’s disease, with nearly 90,000 new diagnoses each year. For many individuals and families, Parkinson’s begins gradually and unexpectedly—often with subtle symptoms that may be mistaken for normal aging or overlooked altogether. Neurologist Dr. Melba Beltre […]
A Nurse Becomes the Patient: A Life-Saving Story from the Other Side
When White Plains Hospital nurse Maria Munnelly needed specialized care last year, she knew she was in the right place for treatment. From Nurse to Patient Maria Munnelly, 32, has worked as a nurse at White Plains Hospital since 2021. “It’s like a second home to me,” the Port Chester […]






