Articles by Courtney Weisberg

WNYT: Child Care Centers Concerned About Limiting Capacity

June 19, 2020

WNYT NewsChannel 13 interviewed Theresa Joslin, executive director of Mercy Cares for Kids, about newly issued re-opening guidelines from New York state. The guidelines, which limit the number of children in a classroom, are causing concern for child care centers across the Capital Region.  [...]

Victory Church Donates Gift Bags for Children of Hospital Workers

June 16, 2020

A huge "thank you" to Pastor Charlie Muller of Victory Church in Albany, who donated more than 400 of what he called "quarantine bags" for the children of front-line health care workers at St. Peter's Hospital. The bags were filled with gifts, crafts, sports equipment, games, and snacks. [...]

The Saratogian/Troy Record: Tonko Pushes Heroes Act That Looks to Improve Medicare Wage Index

June 16, 2020

James K. Reed, M.D., president and CEO of St. Peter's Health Partners, was interview by the Saratogian regarding the Medicare Wage Index. The formula, which calculates reimbursement for dollars spent on hospital services, would be adjusted as part of the HEROES Act.  If passed, the revision could bring $100 million of federal funding into Capital Region hospitals every year. [...]

A Message from President and CEO James K. Reed, M.D.

June 9, 2020

James K. Reed, M.D., president and CEO of St. Peter's Health Partners, shares a message to the community, reflecting on our mission to be a compassionate and healing presence, particularly during these turbulent times. [...]

WAMC: Medical Monday – Addiction Treatment With Dr. Jason Kirby

June 8, 2020

Jason Kirby, DO, MBA, medical director for addiction and recovery services at St. Peter's Health Partners, appeared on WAMC's Medical Monday to discuss issues surrounding addiction, medical and behavioral treatment for substance use disorder, and recovery services during the time of COVID-19.  [...]

Dr. Catherine Adams Authors Journal Article on Palliative Care in a Pandemic

June 2, 2020

An article by Catherine Adams, MD, PhD, chief of palliative medicine at St. Peter’s Hospital and Community Hospice, was published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. The article, “Goals of Care in a Pandemic: Our Experience and Recommendations,” explores the challenges faced by palliative care teams during the COVID-19 crisis. [...]
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