Samaritan Medical Center

"We’ve protected ourselves well, managed to keep ourselves healthy, our families healthy, and I feel like we’re ready to fight the battle. Meet Ami Mitteer, RN, one of Samaritan's many frontline heroes in the fight against COVID-19. https://bit.ly/3ak7QAr

North Country hospitals and healthcare providers are prepared to combat COVID-19, but with the holidays approaching, we need the community’s help. https://bit.ly/3gpdtyh

Our staff are feeling festive! This week and next, staff will be showing their holiday spirit by dressing up for different Christmas-themed days. Can you guess what today's theme is?

Samaritan Medical Center, Crouse Health, Mohawk Valley Health System, St. Joseph’s Health, and Upstate University Hospital have joined forces to raise awareness of the signs of stroke and when to seek help in recognition of World Stroke Day, Oct. 29. https://bit.ly/3e5MDtT

On World Stroke Day, Samaritan and its healthcare partners remind the community to seek care and act FAST if you or a loved one suspects a stroke. We work together to provide the best possible stroke care for our patients. https://bit.ly/2Tsms6X

Stay up-to-date on Samaritan's COVID-19 Visitation Policy by visiting our website. https://bit.ly/38O2WqW

As the tri-county region’s only Primary Stroke Center, Samaritan Medical Center is committed to fast, reliable and skilled stroke care. On World Stroke Day, we celebrate our collaboration with the Regional Stroke Advisory Council for Central New York to take care of stroke patients. This collective team has the knowledge, experience and dedication to care for any patient in need.

"We did whatever we could, are doing whatever we can, and you can see the results we have been able to save lives, educate communities." Learn more about Samaritan's Dr. Kichloo and his experiences caring for COVID-19 patients. https://bit.ly/2WdnC7R

The Heart to Heart Grateful Patient Program at Samaritan Medical Center gives patients, residents, and their families and friends the opportunity to show gratitude to an individual or department who played a special role in their care. When a gift is made, the honoree or department receives a special certificate and lapel pin to wear proudly. We have received several donations this year and several staff members have been recognized. We plan to highlight them over the next few weeks. Congratulations to Hillary Youngs, RN in our Acute Rehabilitation Unit, who was recently recognized by a grateful patient! Hillary also received a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing.

A reminder to patients that the LeRay Urgent Care is closed, but the LeRay Family Health Center remains open. Located just outside the Fort Drum Main Gate, this location offers compassionate primary care for the whole family. From health screenings and physicals to care for short-term illnesses and injuries, we're here for you.

The last full week in October is National Respiratory Care Week, a time to celebrate Respiratory Therapists for the important role they play in healthcare. Samaritan would like to thank its fantastic team of Respiratory Therapists for the excellent care they provide our patients, especially during this pandemic. #RCWEEK20

When people are sent home from the hospital, sometimes they’re not quite ready to care for themselves completely. That's why Samaritan Home Health is here to help. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3dY5tTt

Samaritan Medical Center is compelled to pause inpatient visitation and Emergency Department (ED) support persons because of the recent increase in positive cases in the local region. This takes effect today, Monday, October 26, 2020. https://bit.ly/3kAknSw

October is #SIDSAwarenessMonth. A safe sleep environment can help reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep-related causes of infant death. Learn more at https://www.nichq.org/. #SafeSleep

Samaritan Medical Center will now allow one adult support person with each Emergency Department (ED) patient effective Wednesday, October 21, 2020. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2HcTXYJ

October 18-24 is International Infection Prevention Week, celebrating the importance of infection prevention and the role of Infection Preventionists (IPs) in protecting public health. 2020 has been especially challenging for healthcare and Infection Preventionists have been vital to our mission. Raise your voice and spread thanks to IPs around the world!

Samaritan is having a great time at USO Fort Drum’s Trunk or Treat! Happy Halloween!