SUNY Downstate Executive Named to Crain's Inaugural 'Notable Women in Health Care'
Aug 7, 2018
Chief Administrative and Operating Officer Patricia Winston Recognized for Her Institutional Leadership and Unwavering Commitment to Local Communities
BROOKLYN, NY— SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University/University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Operating Officer Patricia A. Winston is among the Crain's New York Business inaugural list of "Notable Women in Health Care", announced in Crain's NY. This newly-established honor recognizes 78 women who are innovating healthcare in New York City through their leadership, mentorship, and overall commitment to improving the health of local communities.
"This is well-deserved recognition for Pat's dedication to serving patients and our community. It is equally matched by a tremendous focus on training professionals who care for our patients every day," said SUNY Downstate president Wayne J. Riley, M.D. "She promotes a culture of service and safety leading efforts to assure excellent patient care at the University Hospital at Downstate; Pat's work and dedication to our patients is a great example for other healthcare professionals."
Ms. Winston joined SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University and the University Hospital at Downstate in 2014 as Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer/Chief Operating Officer responsible for strategy and day-to-day hospital operations. Committed to improving patient care, she most recently spearheaded SUNY Downstate's innovative BioVigil hand hygiene system that drives point-of-care behavior modification and engages patients in a culture of safety.
"Pat is a well-respected administrator with the technical skills that allow her to see the big picture–she focuses on the intended outcome of care provided to our patients as the first step in efforts that she leads," said UHD Senior Vice President and Hospital Affairs Managing Director William P. Walsh. "This is a great honor for her and a proud moment for the University Hospital at Downstate."
"Growing up as the daughter of a nurse who was my role model, I always admired the women who dedicated their lives to caring for others," said Ms. Winston. "This wonderful honor reflects the collective work of all those who bring integrity to our profession and continue to find ways to make the patient experience and outcomes positive. I am grateful to be among such an esteemed group of women healthcare leaders."
Before joining SUNY Downstate, Ms. Winston served for five years as Senior Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer at The Brooklyn Hospital where she had strategic development and management oversight of the Department of Patient Care Services including nursing, infection control, patient relations, rehab services, and the therapy department. Previously, she was the Chief Nursing Officer for Universal Health Services in King of Prussia, PA, and at the George Washington University Hospital, where she served as a member of senior leadership.
Ms. Winston has served on numerous boards including the American Nurses Association, National Association of Health Service Executives, American College of Healthcare Executives, and the American Organization of Nurse Executives. She graduated from the Nursing School of Wilmington, Delaware with an RN diploma, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in professional arts and nursing, and a Master of Science degree in healthcare administration from West Chester University in PA. Ms. Winston is Board Certified in Nursing Administration (NEA-BC) and a Fellow of the American College of Health Care Executives (FACHE).
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About SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University
Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn is one of four academic health centers (AMCs) in The State University of New York (SUNY) 64-campus system and the only SUNY AMC in New York City dedicated to health education, research, and patient care for the borough’s 2.7 million residents. Its flagship hospital, University Hospital at Downstate (UHD), is a teaching hospital and benefits from the expertise of Downstate’s exceptional medical school and world-class academic center research facilities. With a staff of over 800 physicians representing 53 specialties and subspecialties, Downstate offers comprehensive healthcare services to the community.
UHD provides high-risk neonatal and infant services, pediatric nephrology, and dialysis for kidney diseases and is the only kidney transplantation program in Brooklyn. Beyond its clinical expertise, Downstate houses a range of esteemed educational institutions, including its College of Medicine, College of Nursing, School of Health Professions, School of Graduate Studies, and School of Public Health. Downstate fosters innovation through its multifaceted biotechnology initiative, the Biotechnology Incubator and BioBAT, which support early-stage and more mature biotech companies.