Oswego Health Welcomes New Hospitalist Provider

Firuza R. Marchenko, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, joins the hospital's inpatient care team.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:38pm

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A ghostly, translucent X-ray image of a stethoscope, conceptually representing the specialized medical care provided by hospital-based Hospitalist providers.Oswego Health's new Hospitalist provider brings advanced expertise in managing complex inpatient care.Oswego Today

Oswego Health has announced the addition of Firuza R. Marchenko, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, to its Hospitalist team at Oswego Hospital. Marchenko brings extensive clinical expertise and advanced practice training to the organization, further strengthening inpatient services and enhancing the delivery of high-quality, coordinated care for hospitalized patients.

Why it matters

Hospitalists play a critical role within the hospital setting, specializing in the comprehensive management of inpatient care. They are responsible for overseeing treatment plans, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring safe transitions of care—from admission through discharge. Marchenko's addition to the Oswego Health team will help improve communication, patient outcomes, and the overall healthcare experience.

The details

In her role as a Hospitalist, Marchenko will work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to ensure seamless, patient-centered care throughout each patient's hospital stay. She has demonstrated expertise in managing complex medical conditions, conducting comprehensive patient assessments, and delivering evidence-based care in fast-paced hospital environments.

  • Marchenko joined the Oswego Health Hospitalist team in April 2026.

The players

Firuza R. Marchenko

A Family Nurse Practitioner-Certified with more than six years of acute inpatient experience in medical-surgical and telemetry settings.

Wajeeh Sana, MD

Chief Medical Officer at Oswego Health.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to welcome Firuza back to Oswego Health as she joins our Hospitalist team. Her strong clinical background, commitment to patient-centered care, and experience in complex inpatient settings make her an excellent addition. Hospitalists are essential to ensuring high-quality, coordinated care for our patients, and Firuza will play an important role in advancing that mission.”

— Wajeeh Sana, Chief Medical Officer

The takeaway

Oswego Health's addition of Firuza Marchenko to its Hospitalist team demonstrates the organization's commitment to investing in highly skilled providers who can deliver exceptional, coordinated care to patients throughout their hospital stay.