Acadia Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation - Riverhead (NY)

Dena Williams I went there today as a new patient walk in and they were very sweet and polite. The atmosphere is very warming and I am glad that I decided to go there. Dave the PA was excellent!!!

Virginia Cleary `Hi my Name Virginia, and I have been a client at Quannacut outpatient in Riverhead I have beeen attending over 2 years now. I was assigned a counselor named Morgan Mecalianos, and boy did I hit the jackpot! I have to admit the 1st 6 months I barely attended and when I did I was still was in active addiction and struggling with mental health. I was in a very dark, dangerous and place. I was being evicted facing a homeless shelter and silently suicidal. I was eventually received an intervention by family and went into ELI Quannacut hospital under Dr. Hoverkemp’s care, Morgan helped convince me a higher level of care would be beneficial and I had the option off going in voluntarily to straighten out my mental health meds. I was already sober at this point. having moved I was away from people places and things that contributed to my using. I had been making some groups and being to form a relationship with my therapist. I began to trust the woman that I in the beginning sat in judgement that she was younger than me, would never understand me or be able to tell me anything I didn’t already know. Boy did I have another thing coming. The way she went about helping me with my medications was in a way that gave me a sense of empowerment, she gave me a choice, her at Dr. H let me be a part of my treatment plan. I came out and continued to listen in groups and develop a trust and respect for all the coping skills I was learning, all the patience she had with me. She believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself. She told me I was smart, she told me I was capable, she kept challenging me with finding passions, things I today enjoy. Gardening, painting, coloring, the love of animals, reading and the urge to help others who once felt as hopeless as I felt. Morgan went over and beyond we she helped set up transportation, she taught me to take care of by health (Gastro, neurology, pysical therapy and my first ever mammogram at 56 yrs old and know waiting the dentist). Morgan has given me so much insight to myself and my mental health diagnosis what triggers it how to combat it with many coping skills, how to eliminate anxiety and a deeper understanding of who I was and what I was becoming, a strong confident and now responsible member of society. I share with others what I learn and pass on valuable life saving skills. Morgan has helped me to prepare to go to school which I should be starting soon. Numerous phone calls, paperwork and faxes on behalf of me. Incredible. The things I have learned and continue to learn will benefit me for years to come. I especially appreciate how she tellls me what I need to hear not what I want to hear. Staying healthy, I have worked through my short, medium and now am in my long terms goals. The maintenance part of my life, I live most days very content and I know I am thriving. I have hopes and dreams and that has been because of this kind ,smart empathetic but no bullshit kind of counselor excuse the language but these disorders are a matter of LIFE AND DEATH. I am forever grateful for Morgan and look forward to doing deeper work with her and DR. H. They have given my a life beyond my wildest dreams. I have a forever home here at my mothers I have become an asset. I learned to be responsible for others it’s not all about me anymore but I try always to put my mental health first or I am good to no one. I can’t wait for school, My fin. Aid went threw and I look forward to helping and giving others the hope i have Thank you Morgan. The words dont feel adequate to how my mind, heart and soul feel. This was the best way I could express my gratitude. Virginia cleary

Megan Blanchard There isn’t enough kind words I can’t say about every employee, nurse and doctor in this practice. Beyond exceptional bedside manner from checking in to leaving your appt. Eased my nerves and were friendly and sincere. Dr. Sharma is an angel sent from heaven. If I could give 100 stars I would.

Marianna Newman I visited with an eye issue on my way to a gig ballroom Dance championship! The woman who checked me in was so nice to me. The PA-Steven was awesome!

Michelle Bottomley Fabulous walk in experience. Front desk was very polite and personable. Amanda was just so kind . Did not wait long to be seen. PA Roland was awesome! He listened to my concerns and gave me insight how to deal with my sinus issues early before they get out of hand. The office is incredibly clean very modern up to date. Finally found a place with that hometown feel. I’m definitely going back for all my health care needs.

Sarah Coticchio-Naekel My husband suffered a stroke in March 2023. After his hospital discharge he needed rehabilitation and Acadia Center was our choice. The attention to the needs of my husband were outstanding! The Physical and Occupational therapy department is terrific. The therapists are professional and extremely knowledgeable. They work together as a kind and compassionate team which produces much better results. He began his journey unable to walk and after 90 days not only could he tend to his own daily needs but amazingly walked the halls of the facility with the aid of a walker. That is a true testament to the rehabilitation given to him. The nursing and aide staff were attentive, concerned, caring and kind as well. We would highly recommend Acadia Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation. If you have to be away from home for recovery Acadia is a wonderful option.

Colleen Varley Recently had an outpatient surgery 2/14/25 by Dr. Brian McKenna. He is a very experienced and knowledgeable doctor with a warm caring personality. My experience at this hospital was comforting in the care provided by all. From the pre surgical visit, admissions to the pre-operative area all went smoothly. The pre-surgical nurses Anna and Louisa were excellent and attentive. Anesthesia assistant Jerry was so nice, knowledgeable and was very reassuring with how everything was going to be administered. The recovery area nurse (unfortunately did not get her name) she was on an extra day but usually works on the cardiac care unit, again super and very nice. Overall experience was excellent.

Yvonne Breuer Dr Abrar is a very smart passionate doctor. He listens to all your problems and does not rush you. My husband and I have been going to him for many years and would not consider seeing any other Dr.

Robb Novotny We have the hospital 5 Stars before our labor and delivery journey, but the L&D staff went so far above and beyond that they set the new standard for what 5 Star Care should be. The staff is super caring, they all love what they do and it shows. They have a robust staff with top tier knowledge and such a wonderful way to deliver that information. For the Labor and Delivery side, we got super lucky and Lillian, the Midwife, walked in at 7am and my wife started pushing. They let me be a full participant and coach and help as much as possible. They are such an efficient machine for delivery and still showed a lot of care. My wife ended up having to push for 3 hours, and the staff was always upbeat for her, reminding her that her body is capable and made to do this. In recovery, my goodness. We felt like we were at one of the highest end care facilities that you can go to. The whole community of nurses and experts... I cannot say enough. My wife felt heard, cared for, respected, got all her questions answered. The staff showed up and showed up huge! We didnt know how good we would have it when we decided to deliver at South Shore, it is the blessing of a lifetime and it went better than any expectation we had set.

Stephen Heck I fractured my nose while surfing. Dr. Eric T. Scarbrough saw me the same day that I called to make an appointment. He was very thorough in his evaluation and also very informative. He laid out the treatment options in a very clean manner. Early the following week he performed a closed reduction surgery on my nose to put everything back into place. He is a very kind, knowledgeable, and excellent ENT doctor. It has been over three weeks since the closed reduction procedure took place, my nose appears to be completely straight, and honestly, I seem to be able to breath easier than before I broke my nose. I would highly recommend Dr. Scarbrough!