SPHP in the News Archives - St. Peter's Health Partners News

WNYT: Local Surgeon and Survivor Advocate for Colon Cancer Prevention

March 18, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Thomas Tritt of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates, discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screening during an interview on WNYT.

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WTEN: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

March 15, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

The current recommended age for colorectal cancer screening is 45. Dr. Timothy Holleran of Capital District Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates explains on WTEN why some people might need to be screened sooner.

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Times Union: Were You Seen … 2026 Capital Region Heart Ball

March 4, 2026 Robert Webster Jr.

St. Peter’s vice president of philanthropy, Peter Semenza, was recognized at the 2026 Capital Region Heart Ball with the 2026 Donald Led Duke Heart Hero Award.

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WTEN: Chronic Stress and Atrial Fibrillation

March 3, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Alfonso Prieto of Albany Associates in Cardiology explains on WTEN how chronic stress can trigger atrial fibrillation.

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Catholic Health World: Trinity Health Prioritizes Nutrition, Using Clinical and Social Care Strategies to Promote Food Security

March 3, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Catholic Health World takes an in-depth look at how Trinity Health — including St. Peter’s Health Partners and St. Joseph’s Health — are addressing food insecurity.

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WTEN: Birth Defects Awareness Month with Dr. Alexis DiSilvestro

February 10, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Alexis DiSilvestro, MD, of St. Peter’s Maternal Fetal Medicine, discusses common birth defects, risk factors, and what women can do to prevent them during an appearance on WTEN/News10.

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WTEN: Cervical Health Awareness Month with Dr. Joyce Barlin

February 10, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

In recognition of Cervical Health Awareness Month in January, Dr. Joyce N. Barlin of Women’s Cancer Care Associates, appeared on WTEN to discuss the importance of cervical cancer screening and the HPV vaccine.

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WAMC: Medical Monday with Chris Rokkas, MD, and Tara Hutchings, PA

February 10, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Chris Rokkas, MD, chief of cardiac surgery at St. Peter’s Hospital, and cardiothoracic surgery physician assistant Tara Hutchings, PA, appeared on WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s Medical Monday where they discussed the latest advancements in cardiothoracic surgery.

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WTEN: Heart Surgery Patients Reunite With Surgeons

February 10, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Nicholas Montalto, chief medical officer, SPHP Acute Care, talks to WTEN about what makes the Heart Recovery Reunion at St. Peter’s Hospital such a special event for both patients and colleagues.

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WRGB: Heart Patients Reunite With Doctors, Nurses Who Helped Save Their Lives

February 10, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

Heart surgery patient Darrell Holovach, appears on WRGB as part of St. Peter’s Hospital’s third annual Heart Recovery Reunion.

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