June 2024 - St. Peter's Health Partners News

LiveSmart: Mowers, Trimmers and Tractors – Oh My! Don’t Let Yard Work Send You to the ER

June 30, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

According to the federal government, there are nearly 70,000 yard maintenance equipment injuries nationally every year. Before you head out for your weekend yard duties, read up on how to stay safe.

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St. Peter’s Family Medicine Welcomes Dr. Zacharias Chasin

June 26, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Zacharias Chasin, M.D., has joined St. Peter’s Family Medicine in Clifton Park, where he practices primary care medicine.

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St. Peter’s Family Medicine Welcomes Lauren Maitner

June 24, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Lauren Maitner, PA-C, has joined St. Peter’s Family Medicine, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates, where she practices primary care medicine.

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Carah Whichard Joins Capital Region Urology

June 24, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Carah Whichard, PA, has joined Capital Region Urology. A board-certified physician assistant, Whichard’s professional interests include bladder, kidney, and prostate cancers.

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LiveSmart: Unique Risks, Barriers for Cancer Care in the LGBTQ Community

June 21, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

June is LGBT Pride Month, a time to not only recognize the LGBTQ community but also raise awareness of some of the unique health issues faced by that community.

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Summer Safety Tips from St. Peter’s Health Partners

June 18, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

At St. Peter’s, we prioritize your family’s well-being, especially during the fun-filled summer months. Click here for essential tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer for everyone.

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WTEN: “Ozempic Babies”

June 18, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Brooke Lamparello of St. Peter’s OB/GYN, discusses how weight loss drugs like Ozempic could affect fertility in women.

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WTEN: Cardiac Patients Thank Doctors Who Helped Save Their Lives

June 18, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

WTEN aired a story on the second annual Heart Recovery Reunion, held June 14 at St. Peter’s Hospital. The event reunited cardiac patients with the care teams who helped save their lives.

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St. Peter’s Hospital Hosts Second Annual Heart Recovery Reunion

June 18, 2024 Courtney Weisberg

On Friday, June 14, St. Peter’s Hospital held its second annual Heart Recovery Reunion. The emotional event reunited three cardiac surgery patients and their families with the team of health care professionals who saved their lives.

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LiveSmart: Help Kids Avoid the “Summer Slide” – Make Time for Reading!

June 6, 2024 Robert Webster Jr.

Summer’s here and the time is right for kids to keep on top of their reading!

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