Upcoming Events
Dr. Christina Sanders to Discuss Bariatric Surgery at August 15 Seminar in Troy
St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar, titled “Weight Loss Surgery: Take the First Step.” […]
Month: July 2018
Upcoming Events
Just “Walk with a Doc” on August 11
Please join us in Troy on Saturday, August 11, for “Walk With a Doc!” “Walk with A Doc” is a heart-healthy program featuring a walk with an area cardiologist. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Strength Training – The Key to a Healthy, Independent Life
Numerous studies have revealed older adults who engage in strength training on a regular basis report improved ability to perform general activities of daily living. […]
Inside SPHP
Photo Gallery: Samaritan Hospital Employee Picnic
On Friday, July 13, Samaritan Hospital held their annual employee picnic. This year’s event was a luau – complete with festive music, food, raffles, and games! Thank you to the volunteers who help with the event, and all of those who attended! […]
Inside SPHP
Eddy SeniorCare/PACE Welcomes New Medical Director
Dimple Ghassi, M.D., has joined Eddy SeniorCare PACE as medical director. Dr. Ghassi is an internal medicine specialist with a decade of experience as a hospitalist at Albany Medical Center and as a primary care physician at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany. […]
News
St. Peter’s Health Partners Hospitals Reaccredited as National Chest Pain Centers
St. Peter’s Hospital, Samaritan Hospital, and Albany Memorial Hospital have earned national Chest Pain Center Accreditation for the second time from the American College of Cardiology. […]
Inside SPHP
Photo Gallery: Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Banquet
On June 8, 2018, the Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing held its annual alumni banquet. Alumni, students, and guests were able to enjoy an evening of celebration, including the class of 1968 who celebrated their 50th reunion. […]
SPHP in the News
WRGB CBS6 News: A Second Career: A Local Man Helping People Fight Addiction
Kelly Benjamin, a behavioral health counselor at St. Peter’s Hospital, talks to WRGB CBS6 News about his decision to start a second career, helping people battling addiction. […]
Inside SPHP
Photo Gallery: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Wellness Department Open House
On Wednesday, July 11, the new Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Wellness department held an open house and dedication ceremony at the program’s new location on the first floor of Samaritan Hospital. […]
News
SPHP Teams with City of Albany, Community Organizations to Fight Local Hunger
In recognition of continued and growing community need, SPHP, The City of Albany, The Food Pantries for the Capital District, and KeyBank have announced a collaborative city-wide food drive beginning July 9th and running through August 2nd. […]