Wellness
LiveSmart: Kids Are Back at School. Lice Might Be, Too.
An estimated six to 12 million Americans contract head lice every year. What to do if you get the call that your kids have them?
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Inside SPHP
St. Peter’s Diabetes and Endocrine Care Welcomes Elizabeth Oommen
Elizabeth Oommen, D.O., has joined St. Peter’s Diabetes and Endocrine Care. Board-certified in internal medicine, Dr. Oommen practices specialty care in endocrinology.
SPHP in the News
Times Union: St. Peter’s Hospital Offers New Treatment for Chronic Reflux
The Times Union published a story on a new treatment for chronic reflux, now being offered at St. Peter’s Hospital. The LINX device helps control GERD, and was approved by the FDA in 2011.
Inside SPHP
Samaritan Hospital Bariatric and Metabolic Care Welcomes Dr. Samuel Hykin
Samuel Hykin, M.D., has joined Samaritan Hospital Bariatric and Metabolic Care in Troy. He practices as both a general and bariatric surgeon.
Upcoming Events
Oct. 2 Seminar to Discuss: “Abdominal Wall Hernias – What Patients Need to Know”
St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a seminar titled “Abdominal Wall Hernias – What Patients Need to Know,” on Tuesday, October 2.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Safety for Seniors at the Push of a Button
A medical alert system can offer seniors and their families the peace of mind that help is just a button push away.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Getting Slower? Keep on Moving!
As you age, daily exercise and stretching becomes more important than ever.
Upcoming Events
The Eddy to Support Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 22
The Eddy, an affiliate of St. Peter’s Health Partners, will once again sponsor the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s on September 22.
Upcoming Events
Free September 26 Event for Seniors: Making Sense of Medicare
Medicare can be confusing, and St. Peter’s Health Partners is helping to make sense of it all. St. Peter’s Hospital Cancer Care Center will host an event for seniors to share information on the different parts of Medicare.
Upcoming Events
Dr. Mehul Trivedi to Discuss Weight Loss Surgery at October 4 Seminar
Mehul Trivedi, M.D., FACS, of St. Peter’s Health Partners, will host a free educational seminar, titled “Weight Loss Surgery: It’s About Winning!”