GLOVERSVILLE, NY –Governor Kathy Hochul proclaimed August 29, 2022 as Healthcare Auxilian Day. According to the Healthcare Association of New York State, The governor’s proclamation acknowledges that healthcare Auxilians give countless hours of service annually to our healthcare facilities and communities, are healthcare advocates, and community ambassadors who continually and effectively respond to community needs.
In particular, Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home’s Auxiliary and Volunteers support Nathan Littauer’s patient and family care services in various ways, including its gift shop and fundraising activities. “Our Auxiliary and Volunteers are vital to this hospital and to this community,” Nathan Littauer’s Director of Volunteer Services Susan E. McNeil said. “The Auxilians have been a part of this community since 1894. With their devotion, dedication, time and energy, they continue to help Nathan Littauer connect with its patients and community members.”
Members of the Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary and Volunteers gathered in the healthcare organization’s Auditorium.
JoAnn, one of Nathan Littauer’s Auxiliary and Volunteer members, restocks items for patrons in the Gift Shop.
“Today we celebrate our Auxilians and volunteers,” said Nathan Littauer President and CEO Sean Fadale, FACHE. “Nathan Littauer is so very fortunate to have such an engaged and amazing Auxiliary! They volunteer and raise money for Nathan Littauer. In many ways, they are the some of the first people that patients and family members see when they come to our organization. Today, we take a moment to recognize our Auxiliary members for all the amazing things they do for Nathan Littauer.”
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About Nathan Littauer
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74-bed acute care hospital with an 84-bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
GLOVERSVILLE, NY – Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home has been selected as a national Healthy People 2030 Champion by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (USDHSS). Founded by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), Healthy People 2030 is a set of data-driven health improvement objectives for the next decade. To be selected, public and private organizations must significantly impact health outcomes and embody Healthy People goals.
Champions are recognized by ODPHP as health leaders. Nathan Littauer President and CEO Sean Fadale stated, “Earning this designation not only supports our mission, but further demonstrates our commitment to our community and its health. As a leading hospital and healthcare system in Fulton and Montgomery Counties, meeting these goals speaks volumes of our dedication to improving the health and well-being of all.”
Objectives of designated Healthy People 2030 Champions embrace the public health needs of the Mohawk Valley Region’s citizens and communities, promote wellness and improves health through education, research, and outreach. Champions bring attention to, and help narrow, health inequities in communities, while also contributing to positive, systemic change in various healthcare professions.
As a Healthy People 2030 Champion, Nathan Littauer will use the “HP2030 Champion” emblem on some of the organization’s digital assets. In addition, Nathan Littauer will continue to promote Healthy People 2030 goals and objectives—which include improving health conditions, health behaviors, specific populations, settings, systems, and social determinants of health.
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74 bed acute care hospital with an 84 bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
The New Nathan Littauer and Albany Med Multispecialty Care Center, located on Golf Course Road in Amsterdam’s Route 30 retail corridor.
Located just 20 minutes West from Schenectady, and 35 minutes Northwest from Albany, the new Nathan Littauer Care Center offers its patients quick walk-ins, short wait times, and quality, compassionate care. “We are here for the people of our community,” says Nathan Littauer’s Amsterdam Primary/Urgent Care Center Manager Taylor Bornt. “We are open 12 hours every day, 363 days of the year. We are patient-oriented, and you will get the care you need and deserve, even on the weekends with our Quick N Sick program.”
The new care center offers patients accessible healthcare and services such as: lab draws, specimen collections, primary and urgent care, and aims to offer pediatrics, X-rays, and CT scans in the coming months. “We are here every day and during most holidays, excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas,” adds Bornt. “We are here to care for you when you need us. You’ll receive convenient care from providers you can trust.”
Joseph Carrozza, MD, is one of Nathan Littauer’s new Internal Medicine providers, practicing at the new facility. Joining Littauer in December 2021, Dr. Carrozza brings nearly 40 years of healthcare and medical experience to the Amsterdam community. “I want the people of Amsterdam to know that they will receive the care they need from a caring, competent physician,” says Joseph Carrozza, MD. “You’ll receive access to specialties, as needed – no unnecessary referrals. I also speak Spanish.”
Nathan Littauer Provider Joseph Carrozza, MD, Internal Medicine, seen at the New Amsterdam Care Center.
As an Internal Medicine provider, also more commonly known as an “Internist,” Dr. Carrozza sees patients over 18 years of age. As an internist, he prevents, diagnoses, and treats diseases for all adults, from chronically ill patients, to short-term care. “I see a wide range of patients,” he adds. “I feel it is important to listen to the patient and make sure they feel heard to ensure an accurate diagnosis. That’s why I am the doctor that I would want seeing and treating my own family members.”
“The best part of my day as a medical provider, is leaving an examination room with a patient who is satisfied with their medical visit, and establishing a relationship where we can work together in addressing their health concerns” adds Dr. Carrozza. “We invite the people of Amsterdam back to a routine of good health.”
Nathan Littauer’s Primary/Urgent Care Center in Amsterdam is currently accepting new patients and accepts most forms of insurances. More information about the new care center can be found on the Nathan Littauer website, here: https://www.nlh.org/health-centers/amsterdam-primary-care-center. For urgent care during the hours of 8 AM – 8 PM every day, you may call (518) 212-6070. For primary care services you may call (518) 212-6090.
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About Nathan Littauer
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74-bed acute care hospital with an 84-bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
GLOVERSVILLE, NY – Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home’s Birthing Center received a donation from the Johnstown Teachers’ Association (JTA), Thursday, May 12. Stephanie Di Visconti, member of the JTA, coordinated the donation with Nathan Littauer Birthing Center Manager Maureen Mosher. “We want our students to be amazing readers, and it starts at the infant stages,” said Di Visconti. “We were completing our annual drive, and we thought this would be an amazing way to support our community’s hospital.”
From left: Johnstown Teachers’ Association member Stephanie Di Visconti presents the JTA’s donation to Nathan Littauer Birthing Center Nurse, Hanna Tomlinson.
The JTA typically donates to Nathan Littauer’s Birthing Center every year. Amongst the 128 bags made from the JTA for the Nathan Littauer Birthing Center, were works of literature for parents to read to their infants, as well as helpful tips to encourage reading to them; to help promote the development of the necessary skill.
“We thank the JTA for their efforts in empowering parents to promote early literacy experience for their babies,” says Mosher. “We’re so appreciative of the JTA’s yearly donation of ‘Books for Babies.’ Our mothers are also very thankful to receive them. This is a perfect example of our community giving back and the investment in our future generations.”
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About Nathan Littauer Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74 bed acute care hospital with an 84 bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
GLOVERSVILLE, NY – Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home celebrates National Nurses’ Week through May 8-14! National Nurses’ Week is an opportunity for Nathan Littauer to highlight its nursing staff and the innovative ways they support and care for their community members.
“Our Nursing staff play an incredible role in providing a safe environment for our patients,” says Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Cheryl McGrattan. “Even through the most challenging circumstances, our nursing staff are dedicated to providing care to our community, and take tremendous pride in healing our neighbors.”
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74 bed acute care hospital with an 84 bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
GLOVERSVILLE, NY – Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home celebrates National Nursing Home Week/National Skilled Nursing Care Week, through May 8-14! National Nursing Home Week is an opportunity for Nathan Littauer to highlight its Nursing Home staff and the various levels of care and support the organization provides for their residents on campus.
“Our Nursing Home staff are proud to provide a caring and safe environment for our residents,” says Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Cheryl McGrattan. “Even through the most challenging circumstances, our staff are dedicated to our residents, and making them feel right at home.”
There will be celebratory activities at Nathan Littauer throughout the week in celebration of National nursing Home and National Skilled Nursing Care Week. More information about Nathan Littauer’s Nursing Home can be found on the Nathan Littauer website: https://www.nlh.org/nursing-home
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About Nathan Littauer
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74 bed acute care hospital with an 84 bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
GLOVERSVILLE, NY – Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home National Hospital Week, through May 8-14! National Hospital Week is an opportunity for Nathan Littauer to highlight its staff and all the innovative ways they support and care for their community.
“Our staff go above and beyond,” says Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Cheryl McGrattan. “They have taken on unimaginable challenges. Yet, they rise to the occasion repeatedly. We are both proud and grateful for all they do.”
In celebration of National Hospital Week, there will be celebratory activities at Nathan Littauer throughout the weekly observance. More information on how to celebrate National Hospital Week can be found at: https://www.aha.org/ahia/get-involved/national-hospital-week
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About Nathan Littauer
Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home is a full-service, 74 bed acute care hospital with an 84 bed skilled nursing home. Since 1894, Nathan Littauer has provided safe, high-quality health and wellness services with a focus on securing appropriate new technologies for people residing in Upstate New York. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services in order to offer health care that is comprehensive, accessible, and relevant to the needs of the communities they serve. More information can be found by visiting www.nlh.org.
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