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Good Samaritan Hospital Honors Director of Radiology and Trailblazing Foundation Board Member at Spring Ball 

Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, honored to two outstanding community leaders at its 38th Annual Spring Ball on April 6.

Scott G. Luchs, MD and Aurelius J. “Aury” Licata

 Scott G. Luchs, MD, President of the Medical Staff and Director of Radiology and Interventional Radiology at Good Samaritan Hospital, was presented with the Sister Joseph Rita Award for Medical Excellence. And Aurelius J. “Aury” Licata, the founder of Licata Management, a well-respected insurance agency in Suffern, and a 30-year member of the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Board was presented with the Good Samaritan Hospital Medal of Honor for his outstanding service to the community. 

This year’s Spring Ball was held at the Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, NJ. Proceeds benefitted Advanced Cardiac Services at Good Samaritan.

“Our outstanding honorees serve our community with selfless dedication,” said Chair of the Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation Kevin Kern. “Good Samaritan has had the good fortune to benefit from Dr. Luchs’ passion for medicine and healthcare innovation. Aury Licata, in addition to his long-term support for the hospital’s mission and leadership on our Foundation Board, has been deeply involved in his community through philanthropy and leadership. Congratulations to both men on this well-deserved recognition.” 

For decades, Dr. Luchs has served in pivotal roles at Good Samaritan Hospital, leading committees and championing initiatives that strengthen healthcare in the Rockland and Orange County communities. For more than 30 years, Licata has been a cornerstone of Good Samaritan Hospital’s Foundation Board. He has championed the growth of planned giving, inspired others to join and set an example of steadfast support for the hospital’s mission.

The Spring Ball was hosted by The Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation, the hospital’s philanthropic arm. To support advances in healthcare at Good Samaritan Hospital, pleasevisit Foundations of WMCHealth or call 914-493-2575.

A Grateful Heart: Marissa, Amy, and Baby Rosalyn’s Journey

For moms Marissa and Amy of Orange County, their pregnancy journey took an unexpected turn far earlier than planned.

At just 26 weeks pregnant, Marissa began experiencing bleeding and contractions. Concerned, her doctor advised her to head to Westchester Medical Center immediately. One day shy of 27 weeks gestation, little Rosalyn made her entrance into the world—tiny, but mighty—at only 2 pounds, 2 ounces.

Born premature, Rosalyn’s lungs and liver still needed time to fully develop. She was immediately admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, where she spent the next 95 days growing stronger, one precious milestone at a time.

During this incredibly emotional and challenging period, Marissa and Amy found not only world-class medical care but also compassionate support that made all the difference.

“The NICU staff are phenomenal,” the moms shared. “They provided us with knowledgeable and competent care and support.”

While Rosalyn fought bravely in the NICU, Marissa and Amy were able to stay close by at the Ronald McDonald House, located right on the Westchester Medical Center campus. They spent 50 days there, finding comfort and community just steps away from their daughter.

Today, Rosalyn is home, thriving—and full of joy. She’ll be celebrating her first birthday in July, a milestone her family will never take for granted.

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