Monday, December 14, 2009

Seasons Greetings from Rio Vista

Seasons Greetings from Rio Vista

Best Wishes for Peace and Joy this Holiday Season and a New Year of Health, Happiness, and Prosperity.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Grand Opening of The Imaging Center of Oradell

Rio Vista is proud to announce the grand opening of The Imaging Center of Oradell. The goal of the imaging center is to provide superior technology and an unparalleled experience by catering to both physicians and patients.

The Imaging Center of Oradell, located at 680 Kinderkamack Rd in Oradell, NJ, operates all new state-of-the-art GE digital technology. Equipped with six modalities, the facility offers virtually all diagnostic imaging services available today. The GE Signa HDx 1.5T MRI provides clear concise images while reducing patient scan time. The GE BrightSpeed Elite 16 Slice CT scanner has 3D rendering capabilities. The GE Logiq9 Ultrasound contains an SRI algorithm (Speckle Reduction Imaging), which helps produce a clear image by preserving borders. The Definium 5000 Digital Radiographic X-Ray System uses low doses of radiation to create digital images while avoiding the bulkiness of traditional X-ray films. The GE Senographe Essential Digital Mammography System has a large flexible detector for patient comfort. The GE iDXA Bone Densitometry System is the most advanced bone density scanner available today. The Imaging Center of Oradell is the only facility in Bergen County with the GE iDXA.

Six highly experienced radiologists complement the facility's new digital equipment. The Medical Director of The Imaging Center of Oradell is Dr. Ronald Schliftman. Dr. Schliftman has over 30 years of radiology experience. In addition to the Medical Director, there are five highly skilled board certified radiologists: Dr. Sasan Azar, Dr. Jack Baldasar, Dr. Stanley Friedman, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and Dr. Michael Shapiro. Two of the radiologists are subspecialty trained. Dr. Sasan Azar performed a fellowship in neuroradiology at Cornell and Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York City. Dr. Sanjay Gupta performed his residency at Yale School of Medicine and his fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology at the Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City. There's always radiologist at the center to answer any questions patients or referring physicians may have.

The Imaging Center of Oradell services a broad spectrum of medical specialties. This spectrum includes, but is not limited to; Neurology, Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, Cardiology, Pain Management, Internal Medicine and Women's Healthcare. With highly trained staff, dedicated MRI coils and specialized protocols the center can accommodate practically any request from referring physicians.

The facility was designed with patient comfort in mind and the friendly staff is dedicated to providing patient satisfaction. There is a large waiting room has a collection of reading materials as well as complimentary refreshments. There is also a cafe in the lobby of the building to cater to patients and their family members. Each room in the facility promotes a serene ambiance to provide a calm experience for the patient.

The Imaging Center of Oradell is a Rio Vista Company. Rio Vista has built its reputation as the preeminent building and land development company in northern New Jersey. Since 1978 the have successfully developed over one billion dollars worth of properties, consisting of upscale residential communities, office parks, retail shopping centers, and warehouse facilities in Alpine, Cresskill, Mahwah, Northvale and other locations. For the first time in thirty years the company has expanded it's expertise, creativity and vision toward providing quality health care services.

The Imaging Center of Oradell is part of the New Jersey Health Care Center, providing quality health care services including a blood lab, pharmacy, urgent care, and outpatient surgery center. For more information, please visit www.njhcc.com or www.oradellimaging.com or call (201) 741-8000.

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving!


Rio Vista would like to wish you a happy thanksgiving. We hope you enjoy a relaxing weekend at home with family or friends to enjoy a traditional holiday feast.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Rio Vista Congratulates Barbara Abramson On Her New Townhome

Rio Vista is pleased to congratulate Barbara Abramson as the first townhome owner to move into the new 55 and older adult community, Rio Vista Greens, located in Northvale, NJ. Mrs. Abramson, a resident of River Edge, NJ for 43 years, stated that the first time she visited the new community she was extremely impressed with the quality and workmanship, not to mention Rio Vista Realty’s dedicated staff and salespeople. She was also initially pleased with all of the amenities that Rio Vista Greens had to offer, such as the club house, which includes a heated pool, billiard room, state of the art gym, thirty seat movie theater, top of the line appliances, and so much more. Consisting of eighty-eight, superbly crafted townhomes and townhouses, Rio Vista Greens also boasts the luxury and safety of a private, gated community.

The proud new Townhome owner has many friends and family in the area and as a golfer, loves the location because it is opposite the Rockleigh Golf Course. The six-acre, landscaped community is also minutes from both the George Washington and Tappan Zee Bridges. Barbara Abramson is excited about her new residence and is looking forward to many happy years at Rio Vista Greens.

For additional information on Rio Vista Greens please contact Rio Vista Realty at (201) 925-5000 or visit the Rio Vista Greens Sales & Model Center between 11:00am and 5:00pm daily, located at 199 Paris Avenue in Nothvale, NJ.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Darlene Bellizzi Joins Rio Vista Realty

Rio Vista is proud to introduce Darlene Bellizzi as a Realtor for Rio Vista Realty, located at 690 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ.

Ms. Bellizzi is a third-generation Harrington Park resident and her achievements include earning the Seller Representative Specialist designation, conferred by the SRS Council which sets the benchmark for highest level of professionalism and service; a course in negotiating skills and one in helping sellers who may be in financial difficulty. Ms. Bellizzi was also voted one of The Top Five Realtors of 2008 by the readers of the Bergen Record.

Ms. Bellizzi expresses her enthusiasm by saying “I joined the Rio Vista Team so I can offer my clients the highest quality of service. Rio Vista prides itself on providing service that goes above and beyond what sellers and buyers expect. They have been developing, buying, and selling real estate for over 35 years and their reputation for excellence is unparalleled.”
Along with her dedicated service to Rio Vista and her clients, Darlene is also married, a mother of two grown children, and has volunteered her time as a Girl Scout Troop Leader and with animal rescue.

Rio Vista Realty, a Full-Service Real Estate company, is currently marketing Rio Vista Greens, an active adult community on the Northvale/Rockleigh border as well as numerous single family, condo, commercial, and rental properties. Darlene can be reached at 201-925-5000, or at 690 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, New Jersey.

Susan Leta Joins Rio Vista Realty

Rio Vista is proud to introduce Susan Leta as a Realtor for Rio Vista Realty, located at 690 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ.

Ms. Leta received a bachelor’s degree in business administration and has been a NJ Real Estate Associate since 1987. She is a member of the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service and of the Real Source Board of Realtors and also a graduate of Coldwell Banker University. She joined Rio Vista in January of 2009.

Ms. Leta’s business philosophy is “to provide exceptional service and with my 22 years of experience in the northern New Jersey market, have the expertise and track record of success you need.”

Susan was born and raised in Bergen County, NJ and has been a resident of Closter for 23 years. She is happily married with two college age children and has previously worked as a buyer for men and women’s clothing as well as a showroom sales manager for a well-known manufacturer.
Rio Vista Realty, a Full-Service Real Estate company, is currently marketing Rio Vista Greens, an active adult community on the Northvale/Rockleigh border as well as numerous single family, condo, commercial, and rental properties.

Susan can be reached at 201-925-5000, or at 690 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, New Jersey.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Debra LaCour Joins Rio Vista Realty

Debra LaCour, a resident of Upper Saddle has joined Rio Vista Realty as a Real Estate Sales Associate, located at 690 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ. A life-long Bergen County native, Debra grew up in Northvale, where she attended Northvale schools. After attending Northern Valley Regional High School, she attended Fairleigh Dickenson University, receiving an Associates of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts. She brings with her experience from other positions in insurance, accounting, and (most recently) as a Controller for a manufacturing company.

Ms. LaCour has been active in helping to collect food for the Center for Food Action in NJ, and also volunteers at her church. Debra is a member of the Eastern Bergen Board of Realtors, the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service, and the National and New Jersey Associations of Realtors.

An avid gardener and collector of exotic fish, both freshwater and salt, Debra loves animals. She has greenhouse where she raises and collects specimen plants year round. Debra loves to travel, ski, enjoys Pilates, and walks several miles per week. Debra, husband Paul and daughter Michelle have resided in Upper Saddle River for the past 16 years. A licensed real estate agent for the past 21 years; she is well versed in the local culture.
Quoted as saying ‘I am proud to be a Vegetarian for the last 16 years. I believe in a holistic approach to all I do in life.’ She is learning to speak Spanish fluently, and also speaks some German.

Rio Vista Realty, a Full-Service Real Estate company, is currently marketing Rio Vista Greens, an active adult community on the Northvale/Rockleigh border as well as numerous single family, condo, commercial, and rental properties.

Debra can be reached at 201-925-5000, or at 690 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, New Jersey.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Robin Malley to Manage Rio Vista Realty

ORADELL- Rio Vista Realty is pleased to announce the appointment of Robin Effron Malley as Broker of Record of Rio Vista Realty, LLC, headquartered at 690 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ.

Ms. Malley has 18 years of experience in the real estate industry as a sales representative and broker. She has earned the prestigious Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) designation, e-PRO® Certification for Internet Professionalism and Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) designations and was a consistent member of the New Jersey Association of Realtors Circle of Excellence from 1993-1997.

Currently serving as a Director of the Eastern Bergen Board of Realtors, Ms. Malley has previously served on several real estate committees for both the Eastern and RealSource Board of Realtors as well as the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service.
Robin has been active in both the River Vale and Pascack Valley Chambers of Commerce. A graduate of Lehigh University, she holds an MBA from Iona College. Ms. Malley resides in Woodcliff Lake with her two daughters.

Rio Vista Realty, a Full-Service Real Estate company is currently marketing Rio Vista Greens, an active adult community on the Northvale/Rockleigh border as well as numerous single family, condo, commercial, and rental properties. For more information visit http://www.riovistanj.com or call 201.925.5000.

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Director of Medical Billing: Jacquelyn Lucas

Rio Vista is pleased to welcome Jacquelyn Lucas as the Director of Medical Billing for Rio Vista Medical. She will provide her adept knowledge and nine years of experience in the medical billing and collections field, including her five years of experience with surgery centers. Jacquelyn is currently in charge of the billing for the Medical Services on the first floor of the New Jersey Health Care Center. She is also expected to direct the medical billing and collections departments for multiple future projects to be managed by Rio Vista.

Physician Services Coordinator: Jennifer McGraw

Rio Vista is pleased to welcome Jennifer McGraw as the Physician Services Coordinator for Rio Vista Medical. Ms. McGraw received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of New Orleans and has five years of medical marketing experience in the tri-state area. Jennifer will be applying her expertise in medical marketing as she handles the marketing division for Rio Vista Medical.

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Happy Independence Day!


Rio Vista honors the birthday of the United States of America and the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. We hope everyone enjoys a day of picnics and patriotic parades, a night of concerts and fireworks, and a reason to fly the American flag!

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

The Leasing of Alpine Periodontics and Dental Implants

Rio Vista is pleased to announce the leasing of 1700 square feet to Dr. Richard Shin of Alpine Periodontics and Dental Implants at the New Jersey Health Care Center.

Dr. Shin is a highly regarded specialist in periondontal disease, gum disease and dental implants. He graduated with honors from the New York University School of Dentistry in 1999, fulfilled residency requirements at Down State Medical Center and Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, and has since performed over 10,000 surgical procedures. In 2003 he became board certified and also received “Best Clinician Award” from the Department of Periodontology at NYU, where he is a member of the dental school faculty.

Alpine Periodontics and Dental Implants
strives to achieve patient satisfaction with an experienced and competent staff. Periodontal surgery, gum transplantation, gum treatment, bone graft procedures, and teeth implantation and transplantation are services provided utilizing state of the art technology and equipment.

The NJHCC is owned and managed by Rio Vista and includes turn key medical offices, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, a Diagnostic Imaging Center, an Urgent Care Center, Pharmacy and Lab. For information please visit the NJHCC website or contact Michael J. Mavroudis at Rio Vista.

Monday, June 15, 2009

Dingman’s Dairy in Paterson, NJ

Rio Vista is pleased to announce the start of construction for the expansion of the Dingman’s Dairy facility on Pennsylvania Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey. The construction involves the addition of a new freezer building and other warehouse and office facilities on Pennsylvania Avenue and a new dry storage building on Alabama Avenue. Warren Bigos of Rio Vista will manage the entire project.

Dingman’s Dairy is full service dairy and frozen dessert distributor that was started in Sparta, NJ in 1955. Having expanded since then, the company now services frozen treats to schools, hospitals, restaurants, convenience stores, camps, swim clubs, dip shops and Dairy Queens nationwide. They pride themselves with excellent customer service and their tagline “Life is uncertain, eat dessert first.”

Rio Vista provides complete construction management services for companies such as Dingman’s Dairy. For further information regarding this construction project or our construction management services please contact Rio Vista. For more information on Dingman’s Dairy please visit www.dingmansdairy.biz.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Pharmacy and Prescription Dispensary

Rio Vista and the New Jersey Health Care Center is pleased to announce that it has joined forces with Denise and Bill Hayes to establish the Pharmacy and Prescription Dispensary at the Center located at 680 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell. The Pharmacy is expected to open in June 2009.

Bill and Denise Hayes bring with them a wealth of experience, expertise, and innovation from their many years at the Haworth Apothecary, which they own and operate as an independent and family owned pharmacy, gift store, and cafe. The Center’s Pharmacy plans to join the Good Neighbor Pharmacy Provider’s Network and will offer full service compounding.

The NJHCC is owned and managed by Rio Vista and includes turn key medical offices, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, a Diagnostic Imaging Center, an Urgent Care Center, Pharmacy and Lab. For information please visit the NJHCC website or contact Michael J. Mavroudis at Rio Vista.

Monday, May 18, 2009

In The Press: Senior Housing Units Ready

Rio Vista Greens was featured in the Northern Valley Suburbanite in an article titled “Senior Housing Units Ready” on May 14, 2009. Written by Leslie Coulter, the article announces the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for Rio Vista Greens on May 2nd, 2009. The article also discusses the amenities, pricing, and availability for the upscale private gated community.

For additional information on Rio Vista Greens please contact Rio Vista Realty at (201) 925-5000 or visit the Rio Vista Greens Sales & Model Center located at 199 Paris Avenue in Nothvale, NJ.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

In The Press: NJ Health Care Center

The New Jersey Health Care Center (NJHCC) was featured in an editorial article "The New Jersey Health Care Center, An Innovative Approach To Patient Care", in the Bergen Health Quarterly. The article highlights Rio Vista's expertise, creativity, and vision in creating the NJ Health Care Center. It also discusses the upcoming clinical services and features some of the medical practices located within the center.

The NJHCC, located at 680 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell N.J., is owned and managed by Rio Vista and includes turn key medical offices, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, a Diagnostic Imaging Center, an Urgent Care Center, Pharmacy and Lab. For information please visit the NJHCC website or contact Michael J. Mavroudis at Rio Vista.

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Grand Opening Weekend of Rio Vista Greens


Rio Vista is proud to announce the Grand Opening Weekend of Rio Vista Greens our newest residential development! The official ribbon cutting took place Saturday, May 2nd, at 10:00 AM. The Mayor of Northvale, as well as several members of the town council, local, and state government officials were present to celebrate the Grand Opening.

Rio Vista Greens represents an idyllic living environment that is a perfect match for 55+ active adults who value lifestyle advantages as much as superbly crafted homes.

Rio Vista Greens consists of 88 upscale townhouses and townhomes that are situated on over six landscaped acres on the Northvale / Rockleigh border and just a chip shot away from the Rockleigh Golf Course.

Rio Vista Greens features a state-of-the-art clubhouse with a 30-seat theater, billiards room, professional fitness center, heated pool, and much more. We invite you to join us for this momentous occasion and tour our latest achievement!

For additional information on Rio Vista Greens please contact Rio Vista Realty at (201) 925-5000 or visit the Rio Vista Greens website at http://www.riovistagreens.com.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

New Director of IT Services: Michal Krasucki

Rio Vista is pleased to welcome Michal Krasucki as the new Director of IT Services for Rio Vista and is responsible for setting of concepts and policies for managing information technology infrastructure, development and operations. Michal received his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems from Hawaii Pacific University and worked as a database specialist for Colliers Monroe Friedlander, Hawaii’s largest real estate company. In addition to his four years of experience in the IT field, Michal also speaks fluent Polish, and will be focusing his expertise on managing the IT assets for Rio Vista and it's related companies.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

In The Press: FOX Television Looks To Alpine As Filming Locale

The Northern Valley Suburbanite featured Rio Vista Alpine in an article by Amy McKenna, titled “FOX Television Looks To Alpine As Filming Locale.” The FOX television network is taking the necessary steps to seek approval from the Mayor of Alpine to film a pilot television show located at 44 Rio Vista Drive in Alpine, NJ.

The pilot show, “Lights Out” will be a drama, directed by Clark Johnson and starring Holt McCallany, about a former heavy weight boxing champion, struggling with his life after his days in the ring are over. More information on the upcoming FOX drama series can be found at FOX Broadcasting.

The article also features the Stone Clock Tower, known to some as the “Devil’s Tower”. The tower was originally built by Manuel Rionda, for his wife, whose spirit is also rumored to haunt the tower and its surrounding areas. Rio Vista restored the tower in 1984 during it's development of Rio Vista Alpine. The Stone Clock Tower now welcomes people as they enter the Rio Vista Section of Alpine.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Formation of Rio Vista Realty

John and Michael Mavroudis of Rio Vista are proud to announce the formation of Rio Vista Realty, a full service real estate brokerage company handling the listing, sale, leasing, management, and financing of residential and commercial properties.

Rio Vista Realty is a member of the RealSource Association of Realtors, the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service, and Costar.

Joining Mike Kijowski, Senior Vice President, and Broker of Record are Sales Associates: