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WAMC: Medical Monday with Dr. Rebecca Keim
Rebecca Keim, M.D., of St. Peter’s Hepatobiliary, Pancreatic, and General Surgery, discusses pancreatic cancer during an appearance on WAMC’s Medical Monday.
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Wellness
LiveSmart: Pancreatic Cancer – Know the Signs for Early Detection
Currently, there is no early detection test available to diagnose pancreas cancer. But, a patient’s chance of survival can potentially increase tenfold if their cancer is diagnosed in time for surgery – making early detection paramount.
Inside SPHP
St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Dr. Ujas Shah
Ujas Shah, M.D., has joined St. Peter’s Hepatobiliary, Pancreatic and General Surgery. A board-certified general surgeon, Dr. Shah practices general, laparoscopic, and endocrine surgery.
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WNYT: Health Beat — Pancreatic Cancer
Rebecca Keim, M.D., FACS, appeared on WNYT’s Health Beat with Benita Zahn to discuss the latest treatments for pancreatic cancer.
Inside SPHP
St. Peter’s Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery Welcomes Cheryl Ernst
Cheryl Ernst, MSN, FNP-BC, has joined St. Peter’s Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. A board-certified family nurse practitioner, Ernst practices in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery.
Upcoming Events
16th Annual Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research on September 15 in Delmar
On Sunday, September 15, the Capital Region will fight against pancreatic cancer at the annual Albany Capital District Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research.
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WAMC Medical Monday: Dr. Jason Heckman
Jason Heckman, M.D., of St. Peter’s Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, joined Ray Graf in the WAMC studio on August 26 for Medical Monday. Dr. Heckman discussed a variety of topics, including the latest developments surrounding pancreatic cancer.
Upcoming Events
15th Annual Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research on September 16 in Delmar
On Sunday, September 16, residents of the Capital Region will gather to fight against pancreatic cancer at the 15th annual Lustgarten Foundation Albany Capital District Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research.
News
St. Peter’s Hospital Surpasses 10,000 Robotic-Assisted Surgeries
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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St. Peter’s Hospital Shows Support for Pancreatic Cancer
On November 16, St. Peter’s Health Partners Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgeons, Dr. Jason Heckman and Dr. Rebecca Keim, encouraged staff members to wear purple in honor of World Pancreatic Cancer Day.