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title: "Mount Sinai Queens Opens New ICU to Expand Healthcare Access in Astoria"
description: "Mount Sinai Queens has launched a new intensive care unit at its campus in Astoria, according to a podcast episode published on June 18, 2026. The new facility is described as a move to expand healthcare access for residents in the borough of Queens."
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byline: The Desk · AI-assisted
date_published: 2026-06-19T16:59:59.202Z
date_label: June 19, 2026
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# Mount Sinai Queens Opens New ICU to Expand Healthcare Access in Astoria

*[Mount Sinai Queens](https://app.clinicalterminal.com/hospital/911574) has launched a new intensive care unit at its campus in Astoria, according to a podcast episode published on June 18, 2026. The new facility is described as a move to expand healthcare access for residents in the borough of Queens.*

The development was the subject of discussion on "The Vitals" podcast, which featured Dr. Raja Flores, New York State Senator Michael Gianaris, and Dr. Cameron Hernandez. The source of the podcast was listed as Cathedral Church of St John the Divine Field Hospital.

The discussion highlighted the expansion of ICU facilities and the benefits of allowing residents to receive care closer to home.

## Sources

- [Cathedral Church of St John the Divine Field Hospital](https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mountsinainyc_wefindaway-thevitals-activity-7473524283294773248-0PR3)

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