admin By Becca TaurisanoTuesday, October 25, 2022 Crouse Hospital’s robotic-assisted surgery program is the largest and most successful in Central New York, thanks to the collective expertise and support of the surgeons participating in the program. Kenneth Cooper, DO, (right) and Jeffrey DeSimone, MD, with the da Vinci Robot Since it started in 2008, the robotic-assisted … Read more
Edward Byrnes Friday, October 7, 2022 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has been recognized by Forbes as one of the best employers in New York state. In New York state, Excellus BCBS was ranked 19th overall. The Health Plan also finished as the highest ranked insurance company in the state. “We’re proud to be recognized as a great … Read more
Edward Byrnes Friday, October 7, 2022 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield again receives high plan ratings from Medicare The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its 2023 quality ratings. Excellus BlueCross BlueShield again achieved some of the highest ratings in the state and the nation for quality performance in clinical care and outstanding service to … Read more
Edward Byrnes Friday, October 14, 2022 Vets helping vets: A new Medicare plan targeting the needs of veterans Excellus BlueCross BlueShield will offer a Medicare Advantage plan in 2023 targeting the needs of local veterans. “We all know how important it is to honor the service of local veterans,” said Karen Bodley, Excellus BCBS vice … Read more
Lucy Wang Tuesday, October 18, 2022 CNY Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation in Memory Care Syracuse, NY (October 18, 2022) – The Heritage in Syracuse is celebrating 30 years of caring for residents with dementia. In October of 1992, the first resident moved into The Heritage, which is part of Loretto. It was the first … Read more
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield awards grants to address maternal health disparities Edward Byrnes Tuesday, October 18, 2022 Excellus BlueCross BlueShield awards grants to address maternal health disparities SYRACUSE, NY – Excellus BlueCross BlueShield today announced the first round of recipients of Member and Community Health Improvement (MACHI) grants to address severe maternal morbidity (SMM) and related health … Read more
By Molly English-Bowers Monday, August 29, 2022 Auburn Orthopedic Specialists (AOS), affiliated with Auburn Community Hospital, has added another orthopedic surgeon to its growing practice. Daniel Alexander, MD, is one of the most respected and accomplished orthopedic surgeons in upstate New York, with 20 years of experience performing more than 20,000 surgeries. Recognized for both … Read more
By Thomas Crocker Thursday, August 18, 2022 Nurses play an indispensable part in helping the Upstate Transplant Program at Upstate University Hospital burnish its reputation as one of the leading kidney and pancreas transplant providers in New York state. The Upstate Transplant Program numbers 40 people, including 14 nurses. Here, a portion of the team … Read more
By Elizabeth Landry Thursday, August 18, 2022 “The best care out there. Here.” Rendering of Rome Health Physician Center lobby That’s the motto at Rome Health, an organization that is always focused on community and striving each day to provide patients with the best care possible. This commitment will now extend to the new … Read more
By Martha Conway Thursday, August 18, 2022 CRA Medical Imaging talks about firefighter health, low-dose CT Medicare expansion CRA Medical Imaging, one of the largest diagnostic imaging practices in Central New York, strives to deliver the best care for the best patient outcomes possible. CRA Medical Imaging has zeroed in on a particular population: Firefighters. … Read more
