Simone Development Companies, Local Officials Celebrate Ribbon Cutting for ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP New Clinical Facility in Flushing
FLUSHING, NY – JUNE 27, 2024 – Simone Development Companies and ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP (ENTA) joined with local business leaders and community representatives for a ribbon cutting ceremony for ENTA’s brand new state-of-the-art clinical facility at Simone Development’s 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. property in the Flushing section of Queens, NY.
ENTA, the nation’s largest ENT, allergy, and audiology practice, boasts a network of over 300 clinicians serving patients across more than 50 clinical locations throughout New York and New Jersey. The practice is affiliated with some of the most prestigious medical institutions globally, including Mount Sinai, Montefiore, Northwell Health and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
In February, ENTA signed a long-term lease expansion and renewal at the property, expanding their medical footprint from 1,800 to 10,000 square feet. Recent exterior renovations to 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. have enhanced its appeal, complemented by ample on-site parking and prominent signage exposure in a high-traffic area.
“We are thrilled to join ENTA and various local officials and community representatives in celebrating the unveiling of their expanded cutting-edge location at 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd.,” said Joanna Simone, Principal and President of Leasing and Property Management Operations for Simone Development Companies. “We are confident that the strategic location of this property will serve as a catalyst for their continued success.”
“The expansion of our clinical presence at 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. underscores our dedication to delivering exceptional patient care in the heart of Flushing. We are grateful for the support of Simone Development and look forward to serving the community for years to come,” added Dr. Andrew Blank, Physician Partner at ENT and Allergy Associates.
Conveniently situated near the Clearview Expressway and within walking distance of the Long Island Railroad Port Washington line, MTA Q28 and Q76 bus routes, 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. offers unparalleled accessibility to the rest of the city and the broader Tri-State area. Notable tenants at the property include Solaris Health, Gentle Dental World, Family Speech Language Pathology, and Huntington Learning Center.
ABOUT SIMONE DEVELOPMENT COMPANIES
Simone Development Companies is a full-service real estate investment company specializing in the acquisition and development of healthcare, mixed-use, office, industrial, retail and residential properties. Headquartered at the Hutchinson Metro Center, it boasts a portfolio of over 7 million square feet throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, Westchester County, Orange and Fairfield Counties and New Jersey. With expertise spanning acquisition, development, construction, finance, asset management, accounting, leasing and property management, Simone Development Companies is set apart by its vertically integrated management team, long-term asset ownership and its pursuit of visionary development.
ABOUT ENT AND ALLERGY ASSOCIATES
ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP (ENTA) is the largest ENT, Allergy, and Audiology practice in the country, with over 300 clinicians practicing in over 50 clinical locations throughout New York and New Jersey. Each ENTA clinical office is comprised of world-class physicians who are specialists and sub-specialists in their respective fields, providing the highest level of expertise and care. With a wide range of services including Adult and Pediatric ENT and Allergy, Voice and Swallowing, Advanced Sinus and Skull Base Surgery, Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery, Treatment of Disorders of the Inner Ear and Dizziness, Asthma-related services, Diagnostic Audiology, Hearing Aid Dispensing, Sleep and CT Services, ENTA Is able to meet the needs of patients of all ages. ENTA is also affiliated with some of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world, including The Mount Sinai Hospital, Montefiore Medical Center, Northwell Health and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Each year ENTA physicians are voted ‘Top Doctor’ by Castle Connolly, a true testament to the exceptional care and service they provide to their patients.
2024 Heart of New York City Heart Gala Celebrates American Heart Association’s 100th Birthday
NEW YORK, NY, June 25, 2024 — The 2024 Heart of New York City Gala brought hearts together to save lives and strive for equitable health for everyone living in New York City. With more than $3.5 million raised, the funds will support the life-saving work of the American Heart Association to fight heart disease and stroke.
The 2024 Heart of New York City Gala was chaired by Joe Simone, President of Simone Development Companies. The Legacy Sponsors included Simone Development Companies and Compass One Healthcare; Presenting Sponsors were Unitex Textile and Centers Health Care. The annual celebratory event honored survivors, patrons and volunteers of the American Heart Association. The evening featured stories from survivors, as well as dinner, dancing, and an exciting auction. Rosanna Scotto, Emmy Award-winning journalist and anchor of Fox 5’s Good Day New York, emceed the event. More than 700 guests attended the centennial celebration, which was held at Cipriani Wall Street with a 1920s theme.
“The event was a culmination of the year’s work to equitably improve and save lives from heart disease and stroke,” said Joe Simone, President of Simone Development Companies and member of the New York City American Heart Association board. “The Heart of New York City Gala marks a special moment in time to reflect, honor and celebrate the progress made through the determination, dedication, and passion of all who have supported the organization throughout the year.”
Funds raised through the Heart of New York City campaign and Heart Gala support the Association’s work to fund research, education, community outreach, and advocacy in the fight against heart disease and stroke.
Simone Development Announces KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns Exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine
Shanthi Chandrasekar Explores the Meditative and Mathematical Beauty of Traditional Kolam Art, Creating Patterns that Intertwine Cosmology, Neuroscience, and Anatomy
BRONX, NY (June 5, 2024) – Simone Development Companies announced the opening of Shanthi Chandrasekar’s KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine, located in the lobby of Simone Development’s Hutchinson Metro Center’s Tower One at 1250 Waters Place in the Bronx. Ms. Chandrasekar’s unique and very personal exhibition is now open to the public and will run through September 6th from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Shanthi Chandrasekar’s KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns exhibit at The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine (Photo Credit: Lori Adams)
Ms. Chandrasekar is a multidisciplinary artist who experiments with drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and papermaking. She has also been trained in the traditional art forms of Kolam and Tanjore-style painting. While many of her works are influenced by her Indian heritage, Ms. Chandrasekar’s true inspiration comes from the mystery and majesty of the world around her; her muse lives at the intersection of the scientific and the spiritual.
“My artistic journey is a search toward understanding life and its place in the cosmos- questioning everything around me, exploring new ideas and experimenting with mediums, to create work that combines ancient traditions and current science,” said Shanthi Chandrasekar. “Making art is a thought provoking, contemplative and meditative process for me.”
Kolam is a traditional Indian drawing done by women in front of their homes at dawn and dusk as a daily ritual. For Shanthi Chandrasekar, Kolam took on new significance upon her move to the US, serving as a means to cope and navigate her new surroundings while reconnecting with her heritage. Inspired by the teachings of her mother and grandmother, Ms. Chandrasekar views the dots in Kolam as life’s challenges and the patterns as paths to navigate them. The repetitive drawing process is both meditative and intellectually stimulating, revealing mathematical aspects like geometries and fractals. KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns intertwines themes from cosmology, neuroscience, and anatomy, making it a profound and multifaceted medium of expression.
“We are thrilled to present Shanthi Chandrasekar’s exhibit at the Gallery of ARTFul Medicine,” said Jodi Moise, director of the Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein. “The exhibit both showcases the intricate beauty and cultural significance of traditional Kolam art and highlights Shanthi’s unique ability to blend this remarkable ancient practice with modern scientific concepts and her own personal journey. Visitors will be captivated by the work’s depth and complexity; it’s an honor to host such a thought-provoking exhibit.”
The Gallery of ARTFul Medicine encourages artists to interpret scientific/medical research and create works of art depicting issues of cultural, political, and technological significance. The Gallery is a key component to Montefiore’s Fine Art Program and Collection, an innovative visual arts program that fosters a life-affirming, restorative and supportive environment for patients, families, caregivers, students, faculty, and staff. Montefiore’s Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Einstein is now one of two healthcare entities with art programs featured on the Bloomberg Connects app.
“Shanthi’s KOLAMS: Memories and Patterns perfectly embodies our vision for the gallery by merging cultural heritage with contemporary scientific exploration,” said Joe Simone, president of Simone Development Companies. “Her work is a testament to the power of art to inspire and heal, making it a wonderful addition to our space.”
Dello Russo Laser Vision Inks 3,000 SF Lease for First Westchester County Location at Simone Development’s 71 Nardozzi Place
71 Nardozzi Place, New Rochelle, NY
NEW ROCHELLE, NY (May 8, 2024) – New Rochelle residents will soon be seeing things more clearly, as Simone Development Companies announced that Dello Russo Laser Vision has signed a lease for 3,000 square feet of retail space at 71 Nardozzi Place in New Rochelle, NY. This is the clinic’s first location in Westchester County. Dello Russo Laser Vision joins LA Fitness, My Salon Suite and PXG (Parsons Xtreme Golf) in the complex. The property is also adjacent to several popular retailers including Costco, Home Depot, CVS, Bank of America, and Land Rover & Jaguar.
Katelin Van Voorhis and David Scotto of RM Friedland represented ownership in the lease negotiations, while Dello Russo Laser Vision was repped by Marshall Wade of Conquest Advisors.
Dello Russo Laser Vision is a dedicated LASIK center that’s performed LASIK eye surgery since the 1990s when the first Dello Russo Laser Vision center opened in Bergenfield, NJ. With multiple locations throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, New Jersey, Westport CT and now Westchester County, each eye care center is outfitted with a dedicated top-of-the-line surgical suite.
“We are delighted to welcome Dello Russo Laser Vision to their very first Westchester location at 71 Nardozzi Place,” said Joanna Simone, President of Leasing & Property Management Operations at Simone Development Companies. “Our property’s convenient location just off I-95 with abundant parking and a mix of service-oriented and experiential retail make this an ideal home for medical tenants.”
“We have some of the most experienced and dedicated LASIK surgeons in the Northeast along with a unique position in the market as one of most respected and well-known practices in the tri-state region and the largest family-owned practice in the country. We now look forward to providing outstanding LASIK care to patients in Westchester County in this wonderful new space,” said Dr. Jeffrey Dello Russo, CEO of Dello Russo Laser Vision.
The adjacent building has remaining medical/retail space available for lease, with 20,224 square feet available at 80 Nardozzi Place as well as 8,890 square feet at 110 Nardozzi Place. Both are divisible.