SPHP in the News

Times Union: Transition of Troy Hospitals Goes Into Effect

October 3, 2016

As of October 1, Samaritan Hospital officially becomes the inpatient hospital in Troy, while St. Mary's becomes an advanced ambulatory care campus. Norman Dascher, chief executive officer of Samaritan and St. Mary's, talks with the Times Union about the transition. [...]

News 10: Merger Changes Roles of Hospitals in Troy

September 30, 2016

On Oct. 1, Samaritan Hospital officially becomes the inpatient hospital in Troy, while sister St. Mary's becomes an advanced outpatient services campus. Norman Dascher, CEO of both facilities, talks to News 10 about the transition. [...]

Times Union: Eddy, Siena Launch Nursing Scholarship

September 29, 2016

Applications are now being accepted for a new full-tuition nursing scholarship offered by The Eddy and Siena College to registered nurses interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing. The deadline is Oct. 11. [...]

Troy Record: Eddy Celebrates 30 Years of Troy Campus

September 26, 2016

Congratulations to The Eddy which celebrated three decades of high quality service to seniors through its Eddy Memorial Senior Living Campus in Troy! [...]

NewsChannel 13: Back to School Checklist for Parents

September 15, 2016

School is back in session! Most parents by now have checked off the supply lists, helped clean and fill backpacks a couple times, and even have a few packed lunches under [...]

Troy Record: Lonely at the Top

September 15, 2016

Norman Dascher, chief executive officer of Samaritan and St. Mary's hospitals, is caught all wet as staff got a shot at drenching the CEO at the St. Mary's Annual Employee Picnic. Dascher was a good sport serving as the target for all the fun! See the photo in the Troy Record. [...]