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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.

St. Peter’s Health Partners Hospitals Reaccredited as National Chest Pain Centers

July 17, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

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.

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Photo Gallery: Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Banquet

July 16, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

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.

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WRGB CBS6 News: A Second Career: A Local Man Helping People Fight Addiction

July 13, 2018 Courtney Weisberg

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.

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Photo Gallery: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Wellness Department Open House

July 12, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

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.

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SPHP Teams with City of Albany, Community Organizations to Fight Local Hunger

July 12, 2018 Robert Webster Jr.

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.

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St. Peter’s Hospital Surpasses 10,000 Robotic-Assisted Surgeries

July 12, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Hospital completed its 10,000th robotic-assisted surgery. With this milestone, it joins a group of only 50 hospitals across the United States to achieve such a distinction.

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LiveSmart: Oh, My Aching Thumb!

July 12, 2018 Robert Webster Jr.

A very common source of pain, especially in woman over the age of 40, is the base of the thumb. Learn why and how to treat it.

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LiveSmart: Ow! What a Pain in the Neck!

July 12, 2018 Robert Webster Jr.

Doctors and therapists are seeing an epidemic of patients complaining of neck pain. The reasons are many – learn how good posture can make the difference.

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Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Wellness Program Moves to New Location in Samaritan Hospital

July 12, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

A dedication ceremony was held July 11 to celebrate the opening of the new location of the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Wellness Program at Samaritan Hospital.

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St. Peter’s Hospital has been designated a Blue Distinction Center for Cancer Care by BlueShield of Northeastern New York, for incorporating patient-centered and data-driven practices to better coordinate cancer care and improve quality and safety, under a value based payment model.

St. Peter’s Hospital Recognized for Quality Cancer Care

July 10, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Hospital has been designated a Blue Distinction Center for Cancer Care by BlueShield of Northeastern New York, for incorporating patient-centered and data-driven practices to better coordinate cancer care and improve quality and safety, under a value based payment model.

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