Palmyra Medical Center hosted a group of Italian surgeons Thursday who came to Albany to train in a groundbreaking incision-less surgical technique for reflux patients. Next month, a large contingent of Brazilian surgeons will undergo similar training at Palmyra under Dr. John Bagnato, who is described by one of the visiting Italians as a “pioneer” [...]

Animal costumes have become quite an attraction for Halloween festivities. As adorable as they are, playing pet dress-up can be a big mess-up for many of our four legged friends. Certain pets won’t mind at all and some may even prance around proud and delighted. Obviously the first step is making sure you have a [...]

PALMYRA MEDICAL CENTER ANNOUNCED last week that it has implemented a pastoral care program for patients and their families. Palmyra also announced that Donald Chapman will be the lead contact for this program at the facility. “Pastoral Care is such an important part of the healing process associated with Healthcare,” said Mark Rader, Palmyra Chief Executive [...]

The Dougherty County Health Department will open early and stay late Wednesday during a seasonal flu shot mass clinic aimed at protecting as many residents as possible as quickly as possible. The cost will be $20, which is $5 less than Public Health charged last year per dose. “It is more important than ever to get your [...]

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital has seen an increase in clinical trials since Medical Tower II opened in February. The new tower houses the Phillip L. Roberts, M.D., Cancer Pavilion, which features Phoebe’s expanded hematology and medical oncology services. “The new space has allowed us to handle more cases, house more clinical researchers and educators, and allow [...]