
The Westchester Medical Center Foundation is the philanthropic arm of MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY. MidHudson Regional Hospital (MHRH) features the latest healing techniques and technology delivered by the most caring and compassionate staff in the world. From our state-of-the-art Center for Robotic Surgery to the physical and occupational therapists at the Therapy Connection, our Redl Center for Cancer Care, our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine program, and our Center for Communication Disorders, MidHudson Regional Hospital is dedicated to providing the best possible healthcare.
New & Noteworthy
Maria Fareri Children’s Healthcare Services Now Available at MidHudson Regional Hospital
Children have local access to dedicated Pediatric Inpatient Care through Maria Fareri Children’s Healthcare Services at MidHudson Regional Hospital. This service for our community allows children and their families to stay closer to home for the care they need. Read more »
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Our Greatest Needs
Stroke Care
MidHudson Regional Hospital is certified in thrombectomy, an advanced and potentially lifesaving procedure used in stroke care. This minimally invasive procedure is performed by endovascular neurosurgeons to remove blockages and restore blood flow before permanent damage is done.
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Pediatric Care
Children have local access to dedicated Pediatric Inpatient Care through Maria Fareri Children’s Healthcare Services at MidHudson Regional Hospital, so children and their families can stay closer to home for the care they need.
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Behavioral Health at MidHudson Regional Hospital
Our Behavioral Health program offers a full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient, community and emergency care for individuals and families, meeting the ongoing mental health needs of the mid-Hudson region.
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Total Joint Center
MidHudson Regional Hospital offers comprehensive joint care, including hip and knee replacements. We use the latest joint replacement technologies, such as the Mako SmartRobotics™ System, which leads to better outcomes like less pain and quicker recovery times compared to manual surgery.
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Ways to Support
There are many ways to support MidHudson Regional Hospital. Your donation helps ensure that Midhudson Regional Hospital can continue to provide outstanding care to residents of the mid-Hudson region.
Donations and Tributes (In Memory/In Honor)
Make a donation to pay tribute to someone important to you or commemorate the passing of a loved one.
Monthly Giving
Make regular donations and automatically donate a specified amount each month.
Planned Giving
Ensure your legacy through a planned gift that can also benefit you and your family through financial and tax planning.
Host a Fundraiser
Host an event — such as a themed party, walk-a-thon, raffle and more — with proceeds donated to Westchester Medical Center.
Upcoming Events

Maria Fareri Children’s Healthcare Services at MidHudson Regional Hospital Toy Drive
Spark joy this holiday season by donating to our Holiday Toy Drive! Visit the link below to donate or create your own toy drive fundraiser.

WMCHealth Heart and Vascular Institute Girls’ Night Out
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Sleepy Hollow Hotel
Tarrytown, NY
Meet Our Board
Board of Visitors
Chair
Steve Effron
Patrick Adams • Frank Castella, Jr. • Michael Dupree • Michael D. Israel • Michael McCormack · Vincent J. Miller • Cecelia Morris • Charles North • Kelley Redl-Hardisty • Samuel Simon, MD
Board Officers
Chair
Navy Djonovic
Vice Chair
Brenda Fareri
Vice Chair
Michael McCormack
Secretary
John F. Heimerdinger
Westchester Medical Center Foundation Board of Trustees
Jeremy A. Abramson • Robin Altman, MD • David Asprinio, MD • Kara Bennorth • Elizabeth Bracken-Thompson • Hedy R. Cardozo • John A. DeCicco, Sr. • David Demilia • Janet DiFiore • Jon Dorf • John Fareri • John M. Flannery, Esq. • Renee E. Garrick, MD • Lola Gazivoda • Susan G. Gevertz • Michael H. Gewitz, MD • Lianne Hales-Dugan • Jon L. Halpern • Barbara Hart, Esq. • Mitchell C. Hochberg • Michael D. Israel • Allen Kass • Leslie Lampert • Steven Lansman, MD • Ben Lieberman • Bill Madden • Rev. Hugh Marriott • Vincent J. Miller • Michelle A. Nicholas • Zubeen Shroff • Patricia Simone • Alana Sweeny • Mark S. Tulis, Esq. • Alfred P. Vigorito • Richard G. Wishnie • Julie Zielinski
Meet Our Team
Development
Irene Tsetsekos, Vice President, Development
Laura deBuys
Michelle Conrad
Kevin Cook
Paul Hochenberg
Howard Siegel
Hilary Sparling
Natalie Surin
Development Operations
Jessica Franjul-Pena
Robyn Halbert
Carol Weiss-Staudter
Events
Cindy VanderPlaat
Contact Us
914.493.2575
Mailing Address: 7 Skyline Drive, 3rd floor, Hawthorne, NY 10532
Tax ID
13-4095845