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Chatham Internal Medicine Welcomes Family Nurse Practitioner

June 1, 2018 Courtney Weisberg

Ryan Marshall, FNP-BC, has joined Chatham Internal Medicine in Chatham, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. Marshall will practice family medicine at Chatham Internal Medicine’s primary care office.

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Photo Gallery: 2018 50+ Year Club Recognition

May 31, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

On May 22, St. Peter’s Health Partners held a celebration to recognize members of the “50+ Year Club” – longtime employees who have been with the organization for more than 50 years. Congratulations to these 11 colleagues, and thank you for your incredible service!

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Exterior shot of St. Peter's Hospital in Albany, New York

St. Peter’s Hospital Named Among Top Six Hospitals in Northeast for Heart Bypass and Aortic Valve Replacement

May 31, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

In its 2018 Heart Surgery Safety Guide, Consumer Reports listed St. Peter’s Hospital among the top five hospitals in the Northeastern United States for outcomes from both heart bypass and aortic valve replacement.

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Vaping and E-Cigarettes are Tobacco Products with Uncertain Health Effects on Minors

May 31, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

E-cigarettes and vaping are rising in use and popularity among youth and young adults. It is important to know these tobacco products contain nicotine and are detrimental to a user’s health.

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Dr. Christina Sanders to Discuss Bariatric Surgery at June 20 Seminar in Troy

May 31, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

Obesity can have a significant effect on quality of life. For some individuals, weight loss surgery may be the solution to improve their health and overall well-being. St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar, titled “Weight Loss Surgery: Take the First Step.”

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SPHP Occupational Therapist’s New Book Featured in New York Times

May 30, 2018 Courtney Weisberg

A new book by SPHP occupational therapist, Lynda Shrager, has been featured in the New York Times. The book, “Age in Place: A Guide to Modifying, Organizing, and Decluttering Mom and Dad’s Home,” is a comprehensive guide designed to help make seniors’ homes safer and easier to navigate.

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13 Kids Who Care: Kimberly Murray

May 29, 2018 Robert Webster Jr.

Meet Kimberly Murray, a 12th grader at South Colonie Central High School and a member of the 2018 class of “13 Kids Who Care.”

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LiveSmart: Sunnyview Programs Make Senior Driving Safer

May 29, 2018 Robert Webster Jr.

A free CarFit screening can assist elderly drivers in the effort to be road-ready and driving as safely as possible.

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Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing Presents Student Choice Award

May 25, 2018 Corporate Communications Staff

On April 24, Ryann Fredricks was presented the Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing’s “Student Choice Award.” Nursing students described Fredricks as “helpful and willing to teach,” an “excellent role model for the students,” and someone who welcomed students to the floor and is always willing to help out.

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LiveSmart: At Work or Play, Be Sure to Protect Your Hearing

May 24, 2018 Robert Webster Jr.

Spring is here! From backyard barbecues on Memorial Day to outdoor concerts and fireworks, the arrival of spring and summer in upstate New York can be a great time. But there’s a danger that’s painless, odorless, tasteless, invisible and toxic: noise-induced hearing loss.

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