Nearly 450 guests attended the 143rd annual Charity Ball organized by Northwell Health’s Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH) at Nicotra’s Ballroom in Bloomfield, New Jersey. The event, which featured a “Back to the ’80s” theme, was held in support of the Florina Cancer Center.
The Charity Ball is one of Staten Island’s oldest philanthropic events, with a history that goes back to the Civil War era. It continues to raise funds for advancements in care and innovation at SIUH.
This year, Brahim Ardolic, MD, was honored for his two decades of leadership at SIUH. Dr. Ardolic was recognized for his contributions to the hospital and his dedication to the Staten Island community. “Dr. Ardolic serves as president of Northwell’s newly established metro market, overseeing strategy and operations across Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn and western Queens. In this role, Dr. Ardolic leads a diverse portfolio of hospitals, ambulatory services and service lines, advancing access, quality and experience for the communities Northwell serves. He is also spearheading Northwell’s strategic expansion into new markets through targeted growth initiatives and partnerships.”
Previously, Dr. Ardolic held the position of senior vice president and deputy regional executive director for Northwell’s metro market. In that role, he expanded his responsibilities beyond SIUH and contributed to shaping the region’s future.
As president of SIUH, Dr. Ardolic led strategic plans aimed at delivering advanced medical care to Staten Island’s population of approximately 500,000 residents. These efforts included expanding local access to specialized medical services and overseeing major projects such as the Florina Cancer Center, Gruppuso Family Women and Newborn Center, and Lois & Richard Nicotra Heart Institute.
Dr. Ardolic has also worked with community leaders and stakeholders to support clinical excellence and organizational growth. His focus on employee engagement and community collaboration has improved recruitment and patient care at SIUH. The hospital’s community pipeline programs are among these initiatives and are intended to create job opportunities for Staten Islanders throughout their academic and professional development.
