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Bassett Healthcare Network Leadership Restructuring a Catalyst for Change
Bassett Healthcare Network President and CEO Tommy Ibrahim, MD, MHA, says the restructuring of network leadership is central to achieving true system integration and overall organizational success.
September 22, 2020
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Flu Shots are More Important than Ever this Year
Flu season is coming soon. Since it seems likely that COVID-19 will still be spreading this fall and winter, the two diseases may occur at the same time — which is exactly why it is vital for you and your family to get your flu shots this year.
September 14, 2020
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What is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)?
September is PAD awareness month! Learn more about what peripheral artery disease is, including possible signs and symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.
September 9, 2020
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Bassett Physician Assistant NYS Senate 2020 Woman of Distinction
State Senator James L. Seward (R/C/I-Oneonta) today announced Bassett physician assistant Mallory Delaney of Oneonta as the 2020 New York State Senate “Woman of Distinction” from the 51st senate district.
September 8, 2020
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869 Bassett Patients Treated for Opioid Use Disorder
In the region served by Bassett Healthcare Network, there has been a worrisome increase in substance-use disorders and overdose cases in recent months. It is a trend that mirrors what has been occurring around the state and the country.
August 31, 2020
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They Saved my Life
Chance Smigiel credits several people with saving his life at 11:30pm on November 2, 2018. Dave DeSando, pharmacist at Cobleskill Regional Hospital, is at the top of the list. Without the dose of Narcan that DeSando gave to Smigiel one day before his overdose, Smigiel would not be alive to tell his story.
August 31, 2020
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Bassett Healthcare Network Announces New Network Leadership Appointments
Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, president and CEO of Bassett Healthcare Network, has announced his first appointments to a new network leadership team, a group of individuals who will work in various capacities to propel the network toward full integration, optimize core solutions, and position Bassett as a national player in health care delivery.
August 31, 2020
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Bassett’s Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program Gave One Woman New Hope
“There are a lot of misconceptions about recovery and various definitions of what it means to be clean and sober. That is why I want to share my story,” said one woman who wants to remain anonymous. To protect her identity, we’ll call her Alice.
August 28, 2020
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Children's Health/Pediatrics
Are Your Kids Up-To-Date on Their Vaccines During COVID-19?
As the new school year begins, health experts have an important note for parents: COVID-19 prevention shouldn't mean skipping your child's vaccinations.
August 27, 2020
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COVID-19 Resources
How Herd Immunity Protects Us All
When you get vaccinated, you're not just protecting yourself from a disease. You're also protecting your loved ones, friends, and others. That's because of something called herd immunity, or community immunity.
August 26, 2020
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How Vaccines are Developed
Vaccines help protect us from many diseases, making our lives much happier and healthier. Have you ever wondered what it takes to create and get approval for a vital new vaccine, such as one for COVID-19?
August 24, 2020
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Bassett Medical Center Recognized for Care of Stroke Patients and Good Outcomes
Bassett Medical Center has again been recognized for great outcomes for stroke patients; the organization recently received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Performance Achievement Award and two Elite Honor Roll awards. The awards recognize the hospital's commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines that adhere to the latest scientific evidence.
August 11, 2020