Representatives from Channel 6 share the news with “campers” recently.

Gloversville, NY…It was not a typical day at Camp SuperStarrs July 28^th.. On top of all their camp fun, they also had an Emmy Party. Why? A story about Camp SuperStarrs submitted by CBS 6 News earned an Emmy Nomination this spring. Only five stories received nominations. Wayne McNeil, RRT and camp co-founder, was quick to share the exciting news with Littauer officials. “It was unexpected and exciting news.” He added, “The legacy of Camp SuperStarrs is one that will hopefully continue throughout my lifetime and beyond. The more people who know about it the better.” Sue McNeil, Assistant Director for Camp SuperStarrs stated, “I was breathless at the nomination.”

Watch the special message and the orginal Emmy nominated piece here:

For 31 years Nathan Littauer Hospital has hosted the camp for children with medical limitations. “Not only do we think you are a superstar, so does the Emmys!” explained Reporter Jerry Gretzinger in a taped message played for the kids at the camp. The “Take a Break” report on Camp SuperStarrs first aired August 6^th of 2009 and was among the Emmy nominated entries for the same year in the “Children’s Programming” category.

Camp SuperStarrs celebrates with an Emmy cake

“We wanted to share it with our campers, so we had an Emmy party complete with a cake and song. We also hosted representatives from Channel 6 for the festivities.” said Susan McNeil. Thursday, the children watched the special message from Mr. Gretzinger and enjoyed a cake adorned with an Emmy. “We always knew this was a special place, and now thanks to the fine people at Channel 6, the entire country knows about Camp SuperStarrs” added Sue McNeil. She continued, “We have had a lot of fun saying, ‘We are the Emmy nominated Camp SuperStarrs of Littauer.’”

“The children were very excited Thursday. You could hear a pin drop while they watched their special message from Jerry Gretzinger.” said, Cheryl McGrattan Hospital Spokesperson. The campers made a special stepping stone for Jerry in thanks. “These kids have so many obstacles to overcome it was a pleasure to bring them good news.” said Sue McNeil.

Channel 6 news helps celebrate the Emmy nominations with the campers

Littauer’s Camp SuperStarrs celebrates Emmy Nomination

Littauer partners with the Amsterdam Mohawks to get the word out about mammograms.

Gloversville, -“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 spread the word about the importance of mammogram screenings. Ms. McGrattan added, “We want every woman in our area to know that mammograms can save lives. And we will use the power of the Amsterdam Mohawks to try and spread the word.”

As part of their Radiology Revolution campaign (www.radiologyrevolution.com) Nathan Littauer is hosting a breast cancer awareness night. The baseball game will feature baseball players wearing pink, and breast cancer survivors throwing out the opening pitches. Nathan Littauer is celebrating their new mammogram screening facility in Perth. The team has even ordered pink jerseys to try and get the message out to women in this area to get their mammograms.

Amsertdam Mohawks celebrate our new mammogram machine

“Simply put, we need to improve the utilization rates of mammogram services in this area” stated Patrice McMahon, Vice President of Primary Care Services. And Littauer is using social media to get the word out as well. “On our Face Book page we are starting a 100 reasons program. It is a challenge to our fans to find 100 reasons for women to get their mammograms on our Face Book site.” stated Cheryl McGrattan. The team and Littauer recently made a video as well which can be viewed at the site.

“Each one of these players has important women in their lives, and they are passionate about this cause. I could not be prouder of their commitment to women in this area.” stated Bill Terlecky, Amsterdam Mohawks General Manager. He concluded, “The services are out there. Women just need to take the time to get it done.”

July 9th is “Littauer Night” at the field. The team will be the unveiling their “Pink Jersey Auction” fundraiser. Funds raised that night will benefit education and access programs at Littauer.” Breast cancer survivors will be joining us join us that night to throw out the opening pitch, and run the bases with the team.” said Bill Terlecky.

Date: Friday, July 9, 2010

Time: 7:05 pm

Who: Amsterdam Mohawks in pink jerseys to support breast cancer screening

What: Team meets staff at Littauer, tours mammogram center

Where: Shuttleworth Park Amsterdam, NY 12010

Contact: Cheryl McGrattan 332-2505

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To schedule a mammogram at the new Perth screening center, please call 883-8634. If you are a breast cancer survivor and would like to attend the game, please contact Cheryl McGrattan at 773-5533.

The Business Review reveals annual list, marking Littauer’s growth

Littauer was named one of the largest physician practices

Gloversville, NY…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 11^th largest Physician Practice. The hospital employs 32 physicians, and 36 physician extenders placing it in the top 20 area practices. The area surveyed included: Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, and Washington Counties. The publication released “The List” in its June 18-24 publication.

“What is impressive about The List is our 23% growth. Only a few other facilities had more growth than Littauer.” stated Laurence E. Kelly Littauer’s President and CEO adding, “This ranking is living proof of our mission to attract and retain the best medical minds for our region.

Nathan Littauer receives high marks, accreditation extended for entire service line,

including primary/specialty care centers

“The highest standards of health care”

Gloversville… Nathan Littauer Hospital was recently notified of the results of an unannounced on-site full survey conducted by The Joint Commission in February. The survey led to a three-year continuation of Littauer’s current full accreditation with the nation’s predominant standards-setting and accrediting body in health care.

“At the close of our survey, the examiners said such glowing things about our facility. Based on their comments, we were filled with such a sense of pride for the Littauer System of Health Services.” stated Laurence E. Kelly, Hospital President and CEO. Adding, “Therefore we were not surprised to receive a continuation of our accreditation.”

Littauer’s Chief of Staff

The accreditation extends to the hospital and now also to their eight primary/specialty care centers. Nathan Littauer Hospital was first accredited in 1953. The Hospital voluntarily belongs to The Joint Commission. “This is a national standard every health care organization strives to meet. We are pleased The Joint Commission acknowledges our efforts to meet their high standards for health care quality and safety,” said Paul Perreault, MD Chief of Staff for Nathan Littauer Hospital. He said, “But our work is not done. Everyday, we strive to be better for our patients, even after surveyors have long gone.”

Littauer’s continuing accreditation by The Joint Commission follows an audit of actual delivery of patient-care services conducted in January of 2010. The survey team examined all facets of patient care from direct patient care to supporting teams, such as engineering and nutrition. “No stone was left unturned” commented Cheryl McGrattan Hospital Spokesperson. “Accreditation is a grueling process and speaks volumes about the level of care Littauer provides.”

“Our mission lives” said Diane Swartz, Director of Performance Improvement for Littauer. “This is an important milestone for us and proves we are doing our best to provide excellent care at Nathan Littauer Hospital”

“This important accreditation speaks to the level of care that Littauer provides,” said Wally Hart, President/CEO of the Fulton County Regional Chamber of Commerce & Industry. He continued, “Our community continues to be proud of its hospital and what its staff has accomplished, and this announcement proves what we already know–Nathan Littauer Hospital provides the highest levels of quality and patient care.”

The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization which evaluates and accredits more than 15,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Since 1951, The Joint Commission has maintained standards that focus on improving the quality and safety of care provided by health care organizations, and Joint Commission accreditation is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting those standards.

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Nathan Littauer Hospital and Family of Health Services serves Fulton, Montgomery and Hamilton Counties Upstate New York with a full-service 74-bed hospital, eight primary care centers, 84-bed nursing home and a community education center. The hospital opened 116 years ago, has 950 employees and recently opened a new Birthing Center. The hospital also opened a new Emergency Care Center this spring.