Visits from New York State Governor Kathy Hochul with SUNY Upstate President Mantosh Dewan, MD, and Upstate University Hospital CEO Robert Corona, DO, helped to build understanding of the infrastructure needs of Upstate University Hospital. To serve the population being seen at Upstate, key elements of the annex are an expanded Emergency Department providing Upstate … Read more
BY KATHRYN RUSCITTO, ADVISOR I will not debate the politics behind the recent health care cuts, but I will share my concerns about their impacts. The loss of Medicaid access for children and families, reductions in subsidies for those buying insurance on the public exchange, and cuts to programs that support families will be dramatic. … Read more
By: Kimberly Graf Dr. Julie Moore, Chief Nursing Officer at St. Joseph’s Health, shaping the future of patient care through empowered leadership. With a career shaped by compassion and a commitment to empowerment, Dr. Julie Moore is redefining nursing leadership at St. Joseph’s Health. In just six months as Chief Nursing Officer, she has launched … Read more
Dr. David A. DiStefano recently joined the Joint Replacement and Shoulder/Elbow teams at SOS and will be featured in the practice’s upcoming shoulder replacement webinar on November 12. Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists (SOS) recently welcomed David A. DiStefano, MD, to its Joint Replacement and Shoulder/ Elbow teams. A fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon, Dr. DiStefano specializes in … Read more
By: Elizabeth Landry From breast cancer surgery, hernia repairs and laparoscopic surgery, to endocrine surgery, ulcer care, bariatric surgery and more, the Crouse Medical Practice General Surgery team offers a wide array of surgical procedures to help patients return to health and continue enjoying their lives. The team of 12 physicians brings a vast depth … Read more
BY: Kathryn Ruscitto, Advisor Driving across the western side of the Adirondacks, I made my way to a board strategy session held at The Beeches Manor in Rome, NY—a vibrant place in years past, once known for hosting weddings and proms. I knew it had recently been acquired by Nascentia Health, and I was delighted … Read more
By: Jenn Negley, Vice President, Risk Strategies Company Technology plays a major role in the healthcare sector’s ability to store and handle private patient data. This has improved the efficiency of healthcare delivery, but it has also increased the susceptibility of healthcare providers to cyberattacks. The healthcare industry has witnessed a rise in cyber threats, … Read more
by Marc Beckman and Benjamin Goldberg Almost two years ago, New York enacted PHL Article 45 A, which took effect on August 31, 2023. One of the intents behind this law was flagging large business consolidation in the healthcare field, potentially allowing New York’s Department of Health to regulate the increased transaction prices, reduced competition, … Read more
A new Excellus BlueCross BlueShield benefit is helping members overcome one of the nation’s most debilitating health conditions, while also working to reduce the rising costs of health care. Kelly Nye, an Excellus BCBS member in Jamesville suffered from shooting pains down her leg and numbness in her thigh. Her pain prevented her from doing … Read more
By Elizabeth Landry For patients suffering with a hernia, the pain, discomfort and disfiguration can be all too familiar. A hernia is essentially a hole in the abdominal or pelvic wall through which tissue can protrude, and while hernias are considered common, they can often be complex depending on the situation. However, regardless of complexity … Read more
