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Littauer Chosen to Host Peer-to-Peer Medical Information Technology Event

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:51:55 -0500

Nathan Littauer has been chosen to host and teach at a gathering of national medical technologists at an upcoming MUSE International event. Littauer staff will be addressing pertinent issues affecting both clinical and financial operations relatin...

Keeping Young Athletes Safe and in the Game

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:19:56 -0500

Nathan Littauer Hospital Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Team announced today a free seminar aimed at "keeping kids and safe and in the game". "Preventing Sports Injuries in Young Athletes" will be held November 30, 2011 at the Johnstown Holida...

At Littauer a Lullaby Announces a New Bundle of Joy

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:14:16 -0500

At Nathan Littauer Hospital when Brahms' Lullaby plays over the hospital's loud speakers, it is a cause for celebration. In a new program started this week, when a baby is born in the hospital's Birthing Center, Brahms' Lullaby is broadcast throug...

Nathan Littauer Offers Comments Regarding the Current Negotiations with NYSNA

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:35:42 -0400

Last night, Nathan Littauer Hospital was served a letter outlining the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) notice of their intent to strike at 6:45 a.m. Monday, November 14, 2011. The hospital management states that if the nurses do strike, ...

New Procedure Dr. Shen Performs at Nathan Littauer Provides Significant Improvement in Quality of Life

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:13:30 -0400

Dr. Shen from Nathan Littauer Hospital announced today that he is offering Balloon Kyphoplasty, a minimally invasive treatment option for patients suffering from spinal fractures due to osteoporosis. Balloon Kyphoplasty is designed to treat the sp...

Nationally- Known Family Who Lost a Loved One to Texting While Driving to Make First NY Appearance

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:01:01 -0400

Nathan Littauer Hospital in conjunction with Fulton Montgomery Community College and Frontier Communications will be introducing the Brown Family to the community as they help carry the message about the dangers of distracted driving. In their fir...

Clinic Offered to Children to Avoid Backpack Injury

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 17:15:14 -0400

During this back to school season, Nathan Littauer Hospital is hoping parents consider the safety of their children's spine as they pack up their child's backpack. Injuries due to overstuffed backpacks are on the rise. While backpacks are practica...

Nathan Littauer Hospital offers noninvasive screening techniques for chromosomal disorders

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:46:41 -0400

The Diagnostic Imaging Center and the Ultrasound Department at Nathan Littauer Hospital has added a new noninvasive genetic screening technique to its out-patient prenatal testing program for pregnant women. "Nuchal translucency" is a test perform...

Ground-Breaking Surgery Performed at Littauer

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 10:11:51 -0400

At approximately 1p.m. Friday, August 5, 2011 Dr. Jian Shen, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in complex spine care, practicing at Nathan Littauer Hospital, completed the first Endoscopic Cervical Spine Surgery in our area. The patient suffers f...

Fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jian Shen joins Littauer

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:56:52 -0400

Gloversville NY --- Nathan Littauer Hospital is pleased to welcome Jian Shen, MD, PhD to their medical staff. Dr. Shen is practicing with Dr. Russell Cecil and Dr. Gerald Ortiz at Littauer's new Johnstown Surgery Center. "This is a major announcem...

Hospital Welcomes Dr. Paul Husson

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:14:54 -0400

Nathan Littauer Hospital announced today the appointment of Paul J. Husson Jr, MD to their medical staff. Dr. Husson is a Urologist and recently completed his residency at Albany Medical Center. "We are thrilled to have Dr. Husson join our team. H...

Littauer Offers Heat-Related Illness Information to Local Coaches

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:00:31 -0400

As summer sports camps start throughout the area, Nathan Littauer Hospital's Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Team is reminding local sports teams about the dangers of heat-related illness and dehydration. The hospital is offering a free 45 minu...

Littauer Announces Appointment of Vice President of Medical Affairs

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:28:38 -0500

Laurence E. Kelly, President/CEO of Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home has announced the appointment of Dr. Frederick Goldberg as Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Goldberg's distinguished medical career has s...

Congressman Tonko to Visit Littauer's New Emergency Center

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 13:12:36 -0400

Nathan Littauer Hospital will welcome Congressman Tonko to tour their new Emergency Care Center Monday, October 25, 2010. Congressman Tonko was instrumental in securing $350,000 of federal grants to help fund the construction. The new center is 40...

Preventing Sports Injuries in Young Athletes Clinic Tomorrow

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:05:39 -0400

Nathan Littauer Hospital has created a seminar to address the growing problem of youth sports injuries. And people are taking notice. "The STOP Sports Injuries campaign is proud to help support the work Nathan Littauer Hospital is doing to raise a...

Keeping Kids Safe and in the Game

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:19:17 -0400

Nathan Littauer Hospital in conjunction with STOP Sports Injuries and the Broadalbin-Perth Central School District, together are launching a new program aimed at keeping children safe while playing sports. The group will announce components of a n...

Nathan Littauer Ahead of the Pack: Most Connected Hospital in the Region

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 15:07:46 -0400

You may be surprised to hear that the hospital with the largest social networking system in our region is Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville, NY. "We wanted to build an information platform not just a website." stated Laurence E. Kelly Hospi...

Littauer Receives High Marks for Pressure Ulcer Prevention

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:39:12 -0400

Nathan Littauer Nursing Home earned an award recently for its prevention of pressure ulcers. The facility earned the award from the New York State Department of Health. According to the award, "Nathan Littauer Hospital Nursing Home is recognized f...

Littauer Is Ranked As One of the Largest Physician Practices

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:32:26 -0400

The Business Review released its annual list of the "Area's Largest Physician Practices" in the Capital Region. The list is ranked according to number of Capital Region Physicians. According to the list, Nathan Littauer is the 11th largest Physici...

Littauer Teams with the Amsterdam Mohawks to Encourage Women to Get Their Mammograms

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:17:34 -0400

"It seemed like an unlikely partnership, baseball and breast cancer, but the passion was there and we ran with it." stated Cheryl McGrattan Nathan Littauer Hospital spokesperson. The Hospital has joined forces with the Amsterdam Mohawks to try and...

Radiology Revolution Launched

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:32:37 -0400

If you scan the web you will see thousands of admissions: "I'm having my first MRI tomorrow I'M SCARED!" and "I am afraid of that dye for the CT scan." or "Am I the only one who is scared to have an MRI?" and "I am 15 years old and I have to have ...

Taking Your Lungs on Vacation

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:46:31 -0400

Consider this: AAA estimated 32.1 million Americans started the summer traveling season this past Memorial Day. But for those with a lung condition like asthma or COPD, many opt for a "staycation" because of their apprehension to travel. If Nathan...

Littauer's THE EVENT 2010 Explores the Exotic

Fri, 07 May 2010 12:08:18 -0400

The Foundation for Nathan Littauer Hospital has announced their plans for the 8th annual "EVENT", a yearly fundraising gala supporting the hospital. THE EVENT will be held May 21, 2010 from 7-11 pm. This year, supporters will be treated to "A Jour...

Littauer's Perth Primary Care Center Now Offering Diagnostic Capabilities!

Tue, 04 May 2010 15:53:08 -0400

Littauer's Perth Primary Care Center located on Highway 30 in Perth, is now offering mammogram screenings, Dexa scans and x-rays services of the lungs and limbs. "The service is available to anyone with a doctor's order, you need not be a Littaue...

Littauer Raises Awareness During Donate Life Month

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:48:23 -0400

In recognition of National Donate Life Month and the life-saving benefits of organ and tissue donation, Nathan Littauer Hospital will fly the Donate Life Flag during the month of April. Nathan Littauer Hospital is currently partnering with the Cen...