March NewYork-Presebyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Events
Look what the NewYork-Presbyterian has cooking this month, as part of their ongoing commitment to community health education, they are partnering with local organizations to provide virtual opportunities to learn from and engage with their clinicians. Here’s what is on the calendar for March:
Senior Spring Panel: COVID-19 Vaccination Update
Tuesday, March 23, 9:30-10:30am
Presented by NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital and the Town of Cortlandt's Muriel H. Morabito Community Center,
Dr. William Higgins, Vice President and Regional Executive Medical Director,
NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group, will provide an update on COVID-19, information about
how the COVID-19 vaccines work, and what you need to know about vaccine safety. Dr. Higgins
will also answer your questions. Open to all seniors.
PHYSICIAN IN THE KITCHEN PROGRAMS
Preparing Your Body For Spring Allergies
Thursday, March 25, 12:00-12:45pm
Presented in Partnership with the Croton Caring Committee
Join Dr. Eun Soo Kwak-Peacock, an Allergist and Immunologist with NewYork-Presbyterian
Medical Group Hudson Valley, for a conversation about the allergy outlook for Spring. Learn
about new recipes that support immune balance.
The Effect of Probiotics on Digestive Health
Wednesday, March 31, 5:30-6:15pm
Presented in Partnership with The Field Library of Peekskill
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and brings a focus on digestive health. Join Dr.
Debbie Bakes, a Colorectal Surgeon with NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Hudson Valley,
for an opportunity to learn about probiotics and their effects on colon health, as well as recipes
that support digestive health.
TEACHING KITCHEN CLASSES
Bariatric Supportive Breakfasts
Wednesday, March 10, 5:30-6:15pm
Our cooking demonstration, joined by Ashley Fleischhauer, RN, Bariatric Manager, NYP Hudson
Valley Hospital, is a great opportunity to learn balanced breakfast recipes suitable for people who
have had bariatric surgery and for those who are considering surgery or anyone looking to create
healthy and filling breakfasts.
Traditional Foods of Ireland
Thursday, March 11, 12:00-12:45pm
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early to learn about the history of this holiday with Sedrick O'Connor,
Vice President of Human Resources, NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital. Together
we will cook traditional Irish recipes such as celeriac soup and potato colcannon with bacon and
poached eggs, and a special three-ingredient dessert.
Korean One-Pot Dishes
Tuesday, March 16, 5:30-6:15pm
Learn about Korean Cuisine, as well as how to make a classic egg drop soup, and bibimbap (Korean rice and vegetable dish).
Nutrition Awareness Month: Personalize your Plate
Thursday, March 18, 12:00-12:45pm
Learn recipes and smart tips for personalizing your plate from Christina Conlin, a Registered
Dietitian at NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital. Create nutritious meals to meet your
personal preferences.
Nutrition for Lactation Support
Friday, March 19, 1:00-1:45pm
Perfect for nursing moms who want to learn about the particular foods that may help increase
their milk supply for baby. Join our NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
Lactation consultant, Sonia Mathisson, RD, IBCLC, as we create recipes to support and enhance
the quality of your breast milk.
Caring with Casseroles
Wednesday, March 24, 12:00-1:00pm
Whether you are caring for yourself, a loved one, or someone who has experienced a loss, a
little healthy casserole can go a long way. In this class, you'll learn some new recipes for
casseroles that are easy and delicious. Paul Butler, NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley
Hospital Chaplain Coordinator, will discuss ways to offer support and comfort.
Eastern European Dishes
Tuesday, March 30, 1:00-1:45pm
Eastern European cuisine is absolutely delicious. Here is an opportunity to learn some traditional
Georgian dishes, like garlic chicken, spinach walnut dip, and more.
Register at events.nyp.org