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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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Samaritan Hospital Receives Federal Funding for Suicide Prevention

July 6, 2018 Courtney Weisberg

Samaritan Hospital is receiving $250,000 as part of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) first-ever Zero Suicide grant.

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July 31 Seminar to Discuss Shoulder and Elbow Pain

July 5, 2018 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Lee A. Kaback, orthopedic surgeon with OrthoNY, will be the distinguished speaker at a free educational seminar titled “Shoulder and Elbow: Joint Pain and Treatment Options,” at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31, in the Mercy Auditorium on the St. Peter’s Hospital campus

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