lung cancer Archives - St. Peter's Health Partners News

Dr. Tracey Weigel Joins Albany Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery

February 28, 2026 Courtney Weisberg

SPHPMA is thrilled to welcome experienced thoracic surgeon, Tracey Weigel, MD, to Albany Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery. A practicing surgeon for more than 30 years, Dr. Weigel specializes in robotic and minimally invasive procedures.

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LiveSmart: Get Screened this Lung Cancer Awareness Month – It Could Save Your Life

November 6, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Knowing the signs and symptoms of lung cancer and early detection through screening is crucial.

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St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Dr. Chaofan Yuan

July 31, 2025 Courtney Weisberg

Chaofan Yuan, M.D., has joined Pulmonary & Critical Care Services in Albany. Board-certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care ultrasound, and internal medicine, Dr. Yuan practices pulmonary and critical care medicine.

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WTEN: Lung Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Duncan Savage

November 29, 2023 Courtney Weisberg

Dr. Duncan Savage, chief of radiation oncology at St. Peter’s Hospital, discusses the latest in lung cancer screening and treatment during an appearance on WTEN/News10.

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LiveSmart: Quit Smoking to Reduce Your Risk for Lung Cancer

November 4, 2021 Courtney Weisberg

If you smoke, the most important step you can take to avoid or reduce your risk for lung cancer is to stop. This year the Great American SmokeOut (GASO) is on November 18 and is a great time to consider quitting your tobacco habit.

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Three SPHP Hospitals Recognized as a “Best Hospital” by U.S. News

July 29, 2021 Courtney Weisberg

St. Peter’s Hospital has been named the No. 1 hospital in the Capital Region for the eighth year in a row while Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital has received recognition as a nationally ranked rehab hospital by U.S. News & World Report.

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LiveSmart: Cancer Care in the LGBTQ Community – Know the Unique Risks, Barriers

June 3, 2021 Robert Webster Jr.

While barriers to care exist across the spectrum for the LGBTQ population, they are particularly acute when it comes to dealing with cancer issues.

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WTEN: Loudonville Spin Studio Rides to End Cancer

November 16, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

WTEN aired a story on a fundraiser for the St. Peter’s Health Partners Center for Philanthropy’s Cancer Care Fund, held at The Spin Revolution in Loudonville.

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Pulmonary and Critical Care Services Welcomes Aschley Perez

August 27, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Aschley Perez, MSN, FNP, has joined Pulmonary and Critical Care Services, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. A family nurse practitioner, Perez practices pulmonary and critical care.

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Pulmonary and Critical Care Services Welcomes Nicole Humiston

August 5, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Nicole Humiston, NP, has joined Pulmonary and Critical Services – Troy, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. A board-certified nurse practitioner, Humiston’s professional interests include weight management, smoking cessation, health optimization, and critical care.

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