Milstein Family Supports Advanced Cardiac Care at New Health Center

With the help of the generous contribution of 50 million dollars from the Vivian and Seymour Milstein family, the most advanced cardiac care is now available to patients at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia Medical Center. January 2010 ushered in a new chapter in the history of cardiac care when the Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center opened its doors to patients and their families.

The gift bestowed on the Center is one of the most generous in the history of the hospital, and it allowed the hospital to build one of the most advanced cardiac care facilities in the United States, and the world. Featured at this unique health center are advanced diagnostic technology and treatments which are generally less invasive, more accurate, and allow patients to heal more quickly and with fewer complications.

Herbert Pardes, president and CEO of New York-Presbyterian explained:
“As we open the doors to the Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center, we look at the future of heart care, with advanced inpatient and outpatient care, including new minimally invasive treatment options, available together under one roof. This building honors the longstanding vision and support of the Vivian and Seymour Milstein family and signals a unique hospital setting where heart patients have access to the very best care, delivered with compassion in a comfortable and family-friendly environment."

State of the Heart: Cutting Edge Cardiac Care at Milstein Family Health Center

January, 2010 witnessed the dawning of a new level of cardiac care in the New York City metropolitan area with the opening of the Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center. Connie Milstein has long been a supporter of improved health care through her involvement as a hospital trustee at New York-Presbyterian since the year 2000. Connie Milstein’s father, Seymour Milstein began his association with New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center in the 1950s. He served as chairman of the board for 7 years, from 1989 until 1996.

Today New York-Presbyterian can boast a state-of-the-art advanced care cardiac center in a six-floor, 142,000-square-foot building which was designed with the input and advice of teams of specialists in cardiac care alongside world class architects Pei Cobb Freed and da Silva.

Jefferson Hotel Renovations with Ogden CAP Properties and Connie Milstein

During this past year, Ogden CAP Properties with Principal and Co-Founder Connie Milstein worked tirelessly to renovated the Jefferson Hotel in Washington, D.C. The renovation included all 99 suites and guest rooms and all public spaces. Plume, one of the city's finest destination restaurants was also created and introduced onto the scene.

In addition, the renovations included a lounge with outdoor terrace for cigars and cognacs and intimate meeting spaces. Completely new to the Jefferson are three expansive specialty suites, an exclusive spa and a well-equipped fitness room.

New Epilepsy Research

The CURE website features a fascinating article about a recent study. This article explains that researchers found that deep brain stimulation reduces the frequency of partial epileptic seizures in patients who don’t respond well to medications. The study was conducted by Robert Fisher, MD, PhD of Stanford University and his colleagues.

Certainly, this information is exciting news for supporters of CURE such as CURE President Susan Axelrod and board members Barbara Kelly, Connie Milstein and others.

Connie Milstein & Foundation Sweet Success

As part of her efforts at Connie’s Bakery and General Store, Connie Milstein has created Foundation Sweet Success. The foundation is the giving vehicle for the Bakery and General Store, which offers 100% of its after-tax profits to support charitable organizations.

Each year, Connie Milstein and Foundation Sweet Success select six non-profit organizations to be Connie’s charitable partners. The funds from the foundation are divided equally among these organizations, and these six non-profits are promoted at Connie’s stores and on the website.

Certainly, Foundation Sweet Success accepts donations beyond the purchases made at the bakery and retail store. In addition, if you have a non-profit organization that you’d like to be included in the Foundation Sweet Success, you can apply for consideration through the bakery website.

Building Renovations

The Ganesvoort Park Avenue South, New York, NY, has recently undergone some incredible renovations. Rather than totally modernize the entire joint though, the hotel has gone a bit retro. Sporting a pool table from the 1950s within a feel of 1970s decadence, these developments make for quite an interesting visual.

Jefferson Hotel: Renovations by Connie Milstein

The recently renovated Jefferson Hotel is an exquisite location in Washington, D.C. to enjoy for dinner, for their spa services, and for an overnight stay. Renovated by Connie Milstein and her firm, Ogden CAP Properties, this lovely location is breathtaking to see and enjoy.

On July 7^th, 2010, they are hosting a five-course dinner prepared by Plume’s Executive Chef Damon Gordon. The amazing fare will be complemented by wine pairings from the Palmina and Brewer-Clifton wineries.

Chrystal and Steve Clifton, the owners and winemakers of Palmina look forward to joining the Jefferson for this delightful evening. Spaces have been limited to 20 guests in order to ensure an intimate gathering.