A special Valentine’s Day message to our patients Posted on February 14, 2014February 19, 2014 by Dakota PikeToday our staff hand delivered a valentine to each and every patient who was spending Valentine’s Day with us. It was our way to let Nathan Littauer patients know that 1000 staff join together every day to deliver high-quality care. Watch our message here:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88E01kit4Mo&feature=share&list=UUoX1kFkT69bIWq9XQzyJRGQ&index=2
Nathan Littauer Featured in International Publication Posted on February 7, 2014February 7, 2014 by Dakota PikeNathan Littauer Hospital and the special relationship we have created with Dr. Jian Shen was recently featured in the prestigious Orthopedic Weekly Magazine. The entire article can be found here: 12 2013 BY Trust Wins Star For Rural Hospital
2013 was an oustanding year at Nathan Littauer Posted on February 7, 2014 by Dakota PikeAs Nathan Littauer welcomes 2014, we take a look at all we accomplished in 2013 Nathan littauer Heals In 2013
So far, Nathan Littauer is seeing a slower flu season in 2013-2014 Posted on January 24, 2014January 24, 2014 by Dakota PikeNYS DOH released its most recent flu data. the red line is this year 2014Nathan Littauer is seeing a less active flu season this year than in past years, according to Littauer’s Infection Control Specialist, Theresa Klausner, NP. The hospital has not restricted its visitation policy due to flu activity as other local hospitals have recently announced. “So far Nathan Littauer has seen a fairly slow start to the flu season.” stated Cheryl McGrattan, hospital spokesperson, adding, “We are continually monitoring the flu data and we will change our visitation policy if needed. We always have the best interest of our patients in mind.” The hospital’s visiting hours are: 11am to 8pm.
Dr. James Anania to speak on WAMC’s Medical Monday Program Posted on January 17, 2014January 17, 2014 by Dakota PikeMeet Dr. James Anania, an anesthesiologist at Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home in Gloversville, New York, certified with the American Board of Anesthesiology, who joined NLH in 2008.Dr. Anania will be on WAMC’s Jan. 20 Medical Monday program with Dr. Alan Chartock discussing the latest medical updates and procedures available with today’s anesthesiology. He will be available to field questions and discuss all aspects of the topic.Dr. James Anania anesthesiologist at Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home in Gloversville who will presenting on WAMC’s Medical Monday with Dr. Alan Chartock from 2 to 3 p.m.Expect Dr. Anania to explain the latest advancements controlling pain post-op and intra-surgery, how to recognize a patients signs of discomfort, intra-op recall, regional blocks and the use of ultrasound to visualize the nerve and precautions in preventing post-op nausea. Learn how under Dr. Anania’s guidance, Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home maintains a 100 percent success rate.Dr. Anania will candidly discuss important information that patients should make known to their anesthesiologist prior to surgery such as their cardiac history, current physical health, and and current drugs the patients are on medically and recreationally.What makes Dr. Anania a most interesting doctor is what he does in his spare time. When not at the Surgery Center at Nathan Littauer Hospital, Dr. Anania volunteers his time to travel to underserved areas throughout the world. He serves as a volunteer for the NGOs (Non- Governmental Organization) Smile Train and ReSurge International. He has worked in third world countries on three occasions to date, assisting people – especially children who need surgery. Dr. Anania is part of ReSurge International (formerly Interplast). The organization works with Smile Train and other NGO’s “to restore the health and dreams to children and adults with deformities and injuries (such as disabling burns and clefts) so they can go to school, return to work to care for their families and be productive members of society. They also build surgical capacity in underserved areas to increase year-round access to surgical care. ReSurge mission is to reduce global suffering and poverty by giving more and more patients a second chance for a normal, productive life.Dr. Anania states that despite the exhausting schedule and challenging setting, he feels truly rewarded when he meets the patients and their grateful families. He explains, “The family members are very appreciative. This is truly life-changing. These kids tend to be ostracized and these surgeries are a new lease on life for them.”An avid photographer, Dr. Anania had taken photos of his journey which are posted on the hospital’s Facebook site. He summarizes, “I like to do this. This is where medicine can change a person’s life. And these are extremely poor people.” He added, “I am satisfied to know that I played a direct role in changing somebody’s life.”Listen to Dr. Anania’s interview with Dr. Alan Chartock as WAMC broadcasts live in seven states at local stations: WAMC, 90.3 FM, Albany NY; WAMC, 1400 AM, Albany, NY or WCAN, 93.3 FM, Canajoharie NY.
