Blog – Page 125 – St. Peter's Health Partners News

Saugerties Wellness Center Welcomes Dr. Amy Amedure

August 7, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Amy Amedure, DO, has joined Saugerties Wellness Center, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. Board-certified in family practice, Dr. Amedure practices primary care medicine.

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Pulmonary and Critical Care Services Welcomes Nicole Humiston

August 5, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Nicole Humiston, NP, has joined Pulmonary and Critical Services – Troy, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. A board-certified nurse practitioner, Humiston’s professional interests include weight management, smoking cessation, health optimization, and critical care.

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LiveSmart: Seniors at Home During COVID Can Stay Connected with PACE

August 5, 2020 Robert Webster Jr.

As the COVID pandemic continues to impact our communities, many members of the senior population have remained sheltered at home to reduce their exposure and maintain social distancing. Fortunately, there are programs like PACE that can help keep seniors engaged and safe, even during these unprecedented times.

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St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Margaret Galvez

August 4, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Margaret Galvez, DNP, MPH, FNP-C, has joined Troy Urology Associates, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. A board-certified family nurse practitioner, Galvez practices urology.

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Breastfeeding Awareness Month: Where Local Moms Can Find Support During the Coronavirus Pandemic

August 4, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Barb Donnelly, RN, IBCLC, lactation consultant at St. Peter’s Hospital, appeared on WTEN to discuss resources for breastfeeding mothers, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. August is National and World Breastfeeding Month.

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Times Union: FDA Launches “Smarter Food Safety” Initiative

July 30, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

The Times Union interviewed Frank Dimase, M.D., chief of the department of emergency medicine at St. Peter’s Hospital, for its story on new federal food safety measures. Dr. Dimase discussed how such improvements could positively impact patient care.

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WTEN: Man Urges People to Double-Check COVID-19 Results After He Receives False Positive

July 30, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Alan Sanders, M.D., chief medical officer for St. Peter’s Health Partners Acute Care, appeared on WTEN/News10 to discuss COVID-19 tests and false-positive and false-negative results.

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St. Peter’s Hospital Ranked Best in the Capital Region

July 29, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

U.S. News & World Report has ranked St. Peter’s Hospital the No. 1 hospital in the Capital Region and in northeastern New York.

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St. Peter’s Internal Medicine Now Open in Valatie

July 29, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates is excited to announce the opening of St. Peter’s Internal Medicine in Valatie. The practice, formerly known as Chatham Internal Medicine, is located at 1301 River Street, Suite 204, in Valatie.

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LiveSmart: Sheltered at Home? Be Aware of Common, Hidden Toxins

July 29, 2020 Robert Webster Jr.

Families have been sheltering-in-place all across the country in response to the COVID pandemic, doing their best to reduce their exposure and maintain social distancing. With more time spent at home, be mindful of those hazards of which you might not be aware.

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