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Melissa Flury
RMH therapist helps Parkinson’s disease patients improve voice, speech
Rome Memorial Hospital Therapy Services now has a certified therapist to treat speech and voice disorders in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and other neurological disorders. Parkinson’s … more
Trisha Cashman
Outreach manager named for MVHS’s Laboratory Service
UTICA — Trisha Cashman has been named as outreach manager of the Mohawk Valley Health System’s Laboratory Service. Cashman will act as the primary resource within the department for all … more
April Give it a Whirl workshops start today
A support group will be held Mondays during the month of February for anyone coping with health and wellness challenges. The gathering is offered through the collaboration of the Center for Family … more
Sugary drinks may be associated with increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease
Frequently drinking sugar-sweetened drinks, such as sodas and sports drinks, was associated with an increased risk of death from cardiovascular diseases and, to a lesser extent, cancers, according … more
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Rome Memorial Hospital starts a Breastfeeding Café support group
Mohawk Valley Breastfeeding Network, in partnership with Rome Memorial Hospital, is opening a new “Breastfeeding Café” to provide pregnant and breastfeeding moms and their families a place to … more
MVHS starts pharmaceutical take-back program
UTICA – Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has installed pharmaceutical drop-off receptacles at each of its three main campuses: Faxton Campus – Urgent Care, 1676 Sunset Ave. St. Elizabeth … more
HONORED — Bassett Medical Center has received an award in recognition of the work and dedication of staff to improve safe sleep practices for infants.
Bassett Medical Center earns recognition for infant sleep safety education
COOPERSTOWN — Bassett Medical Center has received the New York State Perinatal Quality Collaborative (NYSPQC) Safe Sleep Project’s 2017 Quality Improvement Award in recognition of the work and … more
Grand Healthcare buys Utica nursing home facility
The Grand Healthcare System, operator of The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Rome at 801 N. James St., has purchased 220-bed extended care nursing home Heritage Health Care Center on Sunset … more
Hospice offers support, workshops
NEW HARTFORD — Hospice & Palliative Care, 4277 Middle Settlement Road, will offer a number of groups and workshops this spring. • Grief After the First Year Workshop: The workshop is an … more
Family support group offers addiction help, information
Families who are dealing with the problems of addiction can find help and information at a support group meeting from 6-7 p.m., Monday, March 18, in the second floor classroom at Rome Memorial … more
Mohawk Valley Endoscopy Center achieves AAAHC Accreditation
Mohawk Valley Endoscopy Center has achieved re-accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Accreditation distinguishes this ambulatory surgery center … more
Community Memorial shares best practices for patient experience at conference
HAMILTON — Diane Chase, Community Memorial senior director of clinical services, presented “Best Practice Strategies to Enhance the Patient Experience” during the Quality Network Conference on … more
HEART PROCEDURE — Dr. Michael Sassower, left, and Dr. Michael K. Amponsah, both of CNY Cardiology, pose for a recent photo. In coordination with the Mohawk Valley Health System, the doctors offer the “the Watchman procedure is an innovative, one time procedure that reduces the risk of strokes that originate in the left atrial appendage (LAA),” MVHS said.
MVHS offers innovative heart procedure to reduce stroke risk
UTICA – The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS), in partnership with Central New York (CNY) Cardiology, has officially begun offering the “Watchman” procedure to the community. Executed by both … more
Gaining a little weight after quitting tobacco is offset by benefits for people with diabetes
HOUSTON — Two new studies point to yet more reasons to kick the tobacco habit. In one, researchers found quitting smoking is worth it for people with diabetes despite worries about … more
Jessica Donaldson
Camden Family Care welcomes new provider
CAMDEN — Jessica Donaldson, RN, BSN, MS-FNP-C, has joined the staff of Camden Family Care to provide personalized care to patients in Camden, announced Rome Memorial Hospital’s Director of … more
Scholarships offered to nurses, physical therapists
The Eight and Forty Organization is offering scholarships to nurses and physical therapists who want to take advanced training to help children with respiratory diseases.  Applications may be … more
Free colorectal cancer screening kits available through RMH
Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in men and women. It is also one of the most preventable with proper screenings. In recognition of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Rome … more
‘Protect Your Bottom Line’ with Community Memorial
HAMILTON — Community Memorial and its Five Family Health Centers are launching a new initiative, “Protect Your Bottom Line.” This is a humorous approach on the importance of screening and early … more
Foundation taking applications for medical grants
The Slocum-Dickson Foundation is accepting grant applications for health and medical projects that focus on education and training.  Applications should be submitted by email to … more
ROAD TO RECOVERY — After 12 years of debilitating back pain, cyclist Steve Michik is living pain free after successful lower back surgery performed by neurosurgeon Dr. Nicholas Qandah at Rome Memorial Hospital. Currently he is riding his bike on a trainer, but Steve is eager to get back to cycling outdoors through the Adirondacks.
Cyclist riding pain free after successful spine surgery at RMH
If anyone understands what it means to be pain free, it is Steven Michik, a cyclist and avid outdoorsman who suffered from debilitating back pain for over 12 years. Steve credits Rome Memorial … more
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