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Dr. Cara Grimes joins Albany Med's obstetrics & gynecology department

Urogynecologist Dr. Cara Grimes has joined the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Albany Medical Center.

By Capital District Times | Jan 15, 2025

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Albany Medical Center welcomes new gynecologist Dr. Aparajita Chaudhuri

Gynecologist Dr. Aparajita Chaudhuri has joined Albany Medical Center's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, where she will also serve as an assistant professor at Albany Medical College. Dr. Chaudhuri is board certified in her field and...

By Capital District Times | Jan 15, 2025

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Albany Medical welcomes new chief for pediatric rheumatology division

By Capital District Times | Jan 14, 2025

Dr. Suhas Ganguli has been appointed as the Division Chief of Pediatric Rheumatology at the Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Ganguli, a board-certified pediatric rheumatologist, specializes in treating children and young adults up to 22 years old...

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Albany Medical College integrates disability self-advocates into student training

By Capital District Times | Jan 14, 2025

As second-year medical students at Albany Medical College, Baylee Kennedy and Kimberly Lipton have been studying neuroscience and the nervous system.

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Pediatric oncologist joins Albany Med's Melodies Center

By Capital District Times | Jan 9, 2025

Sarah Harney, MD, a specialist in pediatric hematology and oncology, has joined the Melodies Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders at Albany Medical Center. Dr. Harney has also been appointed as an assistant professor of pediatrics at...

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Geriatrician joins Albany Medical Center's division for elder patient support

By Capital District Times | Jan 7, 2025

As part of an expanding initiative to enhance care for older adults, Dr. Meryl Gold has joined Albany Medical Center's Department of Surgery within the new Division of Metabolic and Perioperative Support. Dr. Gold specializes in treating patients...

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Albany Medical Center welcomes Dr. Ahmed Deniwar to pediatrics department

By Capital District Times | Jan 6, 2025

Ahmed Deniwar, MD, has joined Albany Medical Center's Department of Pediatrics as a pediatric interventional cardiologist.

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Albany Med Health System earns 'Most Wired' recognition from CHIME

By Capital District Times | Jan 3, 2025

The Albany Med Health System has been recognized as one of the "Most Wired" health care organizations in the United States by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME).

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Albany Medical Center updates visitor rules amid seasonal illness concerns

By Capital District Times | Jan 2, 2025

Albany Medical Center is updating its visiting guidelines due to the presence of seasonal respiratory viruses.

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Family reflects on son's recovery journey through childhood cancer

By Capital District Times | Dec 30, 2024

In December 2022, Evin Donohue from East Greenbush experienced severe illness just before Christmas.

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Albany Med researchers collaborate on age-related diseases study

By Capital District Times | Dec 18, 2024

Throughout the Albany Med Health System, geriatric medicine clinicians provide care for older patients with complex medical needs.

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Stroke prevention guidelines address unique risks faced by women

By Capital District Times | Dec 18, 2024

New guidelines from the American Stroke Association highlight specific stroke risks faced by women, emphasizing unique factors such as pregnancy complications and early menopause. Dr. Alexandra Paul, a neurosurgeon at Albany Medical Center, noted...

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Albany Medical introduces robotic nephrectomy for living kidney donors

By Capital District Times | Dec 18, 2024

John Church and Stephen Smith have shared a close friendship for over three decades.

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Albany Medical Center named top employer in New York by Forbes

By Capital District Times | Dec 18, 2024

Forbes has recognized Albany Medical Center as one of the best employers in New York State.

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Albany Med fosters diversity through inclusive initiatives and community partnerships

By Capital District Times | Dec 18, 2024

When Monika Prifti joined Albany Medical Center three years ago, she was eager to improve her language skills as a recent immigrant from Albania.

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Stroke patient benefits from new mobility-enhancing device at Albany Medical Center

By Capital District Times | Dec 18, 2024

Jenna Shersky, a stroke survivor from Delmar, is experiencing renewed hope for improved mobility thanks to a new device available at Albany Medical Center.

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Health experts urge vaccination as winter illnesses rise

By Capital District Times | Dec 17, 2024

When Patricia and Gary Wolfe visit their doctor, Danielle Wales, MD, a primary care physician with Albany Medical Center, they make sure to take steps to prevent illness during winter.

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Winter safety urged by health experts amid rising seasonal injury concerns

By Capital District Times | Dec 17, 2024

Al and Laura Williams, residents of upstate New York, were involved in a serious snowmobile accident near Clifton Park.

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Pediatric nurse Colleen Umholtz honored as Albany Medical Center's employee of the year

By Capital District Times | Dec 17, 2024

Pediatric nurse clinician Colleen Umholtz has been named Albany Medical Center's 2024 Employee of the Year.

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Albany Med expands partnerships with colleges to boost local nursing talent

By Capital District Times | Dec 12, 2024

For years, the Albany Med Health System has been a training ground for Capital Region nursing students, offering them clinical rotations to develop their skills.