Northern Westchester Hospital Receives $10 Million Gift to Advance Critical Trauma Services

(From left) Northern Westchester Hospital President Derek Anderson joins philanthropists Lisa and Mark Schwartz, who’s historic $10M gift will transform trauma and neurological care at Northern Westchester Hospital. Photo credit: Northwell Health

Northwell Northern Westchester Hospital (NWH) received a transformative $10 million donation from philanthropists and longtime supporters Lisa and Mark Schwartz. This landmark contribution — the largest single gift in the hospital’s history — will support NWH’s programmatic efforts to advance critical services for the Westchester community and beyond. This includes achieving a Level III-N trauma designation, which, in addition to standard trauma care, provides specialized treatment for patients with traumatic brain injuries; expanding neurology and epilepsy services; and enhancing neurovascular and stroke care.

The generous donation drives important progress in advanced emergency and neurological care in northern Westchester. Currently, access to these urgent services in the region is limited, often requiring patients experiencing severe trauma, strokes or seizures to seek care outside the area. The funding will enhance NWH’s capabilities through infrastructure upgrades, specialized staffing and program development, ensuring critically ill and injured patients receive more timely, comprehensive care.

“At Northwell Health, our mission is to meet the evolving medical needs of the communities we serve,” said Michael Dowling, president and CEO of Northwell Health. “Thanks to Lisa and Mark Schwartz, Northern Westchester Hospital will further elevate its trauma and neurological services, transforming the region’s health care landscape and ensuring patients receive exceptional, lifesaving care when and where they need it most.”

The Schwartzes have been dedicated supporters of NWH for over two decades. They have funded the advancement of key priorities including a professional development endowment for nurses, enhancements to surgical services and, most recently, the establishment of a pediatric behavioral health program.

“For us, excellent health care is an essential pillar of a thriving community. We are privileged to be able to accelerate the hospital’s advancement in trauma care services, where immediate, timely responses are crucial to lifesaving outcomes,” said Lisa Schwartz. “This effort will require additional philanthropic support, and we hope others will join us to ensure the successful implementation of this transformative initiative.”

Recommended For You

About the Author: User Submitted