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St. Joseph’s Hospital Honors Volunteers at Annual Awards Dinner

St. Joseph’s Hospital held its Annual Volunteer and Auxiliary Awards dinner on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 honoring volunteers for more than 20,000 collective hours of service. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing Holds 2014 Graduation Ceremony

New nursing class enters healthcare market >>

Arnot Health Hospitals Receive Certification as Quality Respiratory Care Institutions

Arnot Health receives prestigious certification >>

Golf Rehabilitation Clinic to be Held at Willow Creek Golf Club

A free clinic to aid golfers getting back into golf after injury >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary Pledges $750,000 to Hospital Expansion Project

The Auxiliary has pledged $750,000 in support of the 4d 5d project >>

Arnot Health to Hold Hand Therapy Seminar

Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger fingers. >>

Arnot Health Schedules Nursing Recruitment Event

Nurses, nursing students, and certified nursing assistants are invited to learn more about career opportunities at Arnot Health. >>

Step It Up Community Walking Program

Six week walking program targets community health improvement. >>

AOMC Auxiliary to Sponsor Orchids and Candlight

Fundraiser benefits Falck Cancer Center and cancer care patients at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health and Jackals Host Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Night

Arnot Health and the Elmira Jackals, along with the Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network, the Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation, the Albany Lions Eye Bank and CORE will host Donor Awareness Night at the First Arena. >>

Falck Cancer Center Earns Accreditation with Commendation

Arnot Health's Falck Cancer Center has been granted a three-year accreditation with commendation by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Honored for Hepatitis B Vaccine Birth Dose Rate

Arnot Ogden Medical Center is recognized for its work to protect newborns from hepatitis B infection. >>

Hospital Auxiliaries Announce Holiday Events

Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital Auxiliaries are hosting a range of events for the holidays. >>

Clinic Will Focus on Injury Prevention for Dancers

Area dancers, instructors, and parents are invited to learn about injury prevention in dance from Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Beth Dollinger. >>

Arnot Health to Hold Flu Immunization Clinics at Wal-Mart

Arnot Health will hold flu immunization clinics at the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Horseheads. >>

Twenty-Second Annual Tournament Raises Over $35,000 for Children’s Miracle Network

Twenty-second annual golf tournament raises more than $35,000 in support of Children's Miracle Network. >>

School of Nursing to Hold Information Sessions

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing will host two Information Sessions for area residents interested in learning more about nursing education and a career in the field. >>

Arnot Health’s Community Health Department Honored with Award

Arnot Health’s Community Health Department and its Community Outreach nurses were recently honored by the New York State Association of Rural Health as recipients of the Senator Patricia McGee Merit Award >>

Arnot Health and Southern Tier Pediatrics Promote Family Fitness

Fit Families in the Southern Tier runs Wednesdays for eight weeks, October 2 to November 20, 6-7:30 p.m. at New Beginnings United Methodist Church, 300 Miller Street, Elmira. >>

Arnot Health Offers Valuable Screenings in Bath on October 10

Arnot Health will host a Wellness Day on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath. Appointments are available for blood and bone density screenings. >>

Concussions in Athletics and Their Treatment

Free information session on concussions in athletics and their treatment. The presentation will take place on Thursday, October 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. >>

Flu Immunization Clinics Scheduled

Arnot Health is holding flu immunization clinics for those 18 years and older. >>

Heart & Vascular Institute Recognized for Quality in Cardiac Care

Arnot Health's Heart & Vascular Institute receives prestigious Blue Distinction recognition for quality of cardiovascular care. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Moonlight & Miracles a Success

Children’s Miracle Network’s (CMN) Moonlight & Miracles Venetian Masquerade was held May 31 at the Elmira Country Club. More than 200 guests attended the second annual gala event for CMN which raised more than $44,000, all of which will be used locally to support healthcare for infants and children at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Earns "Most Wired" Distinction

Arnot Health’s Arnot Ogden Medical Center was named to the 2013 Health & Hospital Network (H&HN) Most Wired list based on the results of H&HN’s Health Care’s Most Wired 2013 Survey. >>

Arnot Health Wins HANYS’ 2013 Community Health Improvement Award

The Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS) has awarded its 2013 Community Health Improvement Award to Arnot Health for its role in the School Readiness Project.. >>

Fraternal Order of the Eagles Charity Awards Two Grants to Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation

The Fraternal Order of Eagles Charity Foundation awarded the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation a Max Baer Heart Fund grant in the amount of $5,928 and a D.D. Dunlap Kidney Fund grant in the amount of $6,000. >>

Meade Rehabilitation at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital to Offer Free Golf Seminar

Arnot Health will host “Swinging Back Into Golf,” a free seminar for golfers who are interested in improving their game, from 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17 at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital’s Meade Rehabilitation Center located at 7571 State Route 54 in Bath, NY. >>

Ribbon Cutting for New Emergency Department Scheduled for July 9

Arnot Health’s Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital will host a Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting at the Donald F. Coon & Joseph F. Meade Jr. Emergency Department from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 9. >>

Blood Drive Schedule for July 5 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center

To help keep the blood supply strong this summer, area residents are asked to give blood at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Arnot Ogden Medical Center from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 5. >>

The Tobacco Cessation Center at Arnot Health Asks Men to Commit to Quit

As Men’s Health Month comes to a close, the Tobacco Cessation Center at Arnot Health is encouraging men to commit to quit smoking. >>

Arnot Health Board of Directors Elects Chairman

Michael P. Hosey was recently elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Arnot Health, a not-for-profit, independent, three-hospital regional healthcare system headquartered in Elmira, NY. >>

Davenport & Taylor Golf Classic Rescheduled for Thursday, June 20

The 15th annual Davenport & Taylor Golf Classic, originally scheduled for Thursday, June 13, has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 20, 2013. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing 2013 Graduating Class

Commencement for the 2013 Class of Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing was held Thursday, June 6, 2013 at Meier Hall – Stephan’s Lounge at Elmira College in Elmira, NY. This marked the School of Nursing’s one hundred thirtieth graduating class. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Volunteer Department Holds Awards Dinner

Arnot Ogden Medical Center held its annual Volunteer Awards Dinner on May 22 at the Elmira Country Club. Sixty-three volunteers were recognized for service milestones ranging from 500 hours to 33,000 hours and 40 new volunteers were welcomed. >>

Arnot Health's Heart & Vascular Institute Offers "Dare to C.A.R.E." Seminar, Screenings

The Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute will host “Dare to C.A.R.E.,” a free seminar on cardiovascular disease, from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 in the Thomas Edison High School Auditorium located at 2083 College Avenue in Elmira Heights. >>

St. Joseph's Hospital Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

Area residents are invited to give blood at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Joseph’s Hospital located at 555 East Market Street in Elmira from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center to Host "Type O" Blood Drive June 3

To bolster supply, area residents with type O positive and type O negative blood are encouraged to donate at an American Red Cross “Type O” Blood Drive at Arnot Ogden Medical Center from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 3. >>

CDC’s New Campaign Designed to Encourage Smokers to Quit

Consider a Quit Class or Support Group offered by the Tobacco Cessation Center at Arnot Health. Contact (607) 737-4463 or adomineske@arnothealth.org for information about offerings in your area - serving the New York Counties of Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben and Yates. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Blood Drive Scheduled May 30

Area residents are invited to give blood at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 30. >>

15th Annual Davenport & Taylor Golf Classic

The 15th annual Davenport & Taylor Golf Classic will take place Thursday, June 13, 2013 at the Bath Country Club with shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. Proceeds from the Golf Classic will benefit the modernization and expansion of the Donald F. Coon and Joseph F. Meade, Jr. Emergency Department at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. >>

Free Skin Cancer Health Screening

Area residents are invited to participate in a free health screen to detect skin cancer from 5-7:00 p.m., Monday, May 13 at the Falck Cancer Center, located on the Arnot Ogden Medical Center main campus. >>

Free "Dare to C.A.R.E." Seminar, Screenings May 13 in Troy, PA

The Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute will host “Dare to C.A.R.E.,” a free seminar on cardiovascular disease, from 6 - 8 p.m. Monday, May 13 at the Arnot Medical Service’s Troy, PA facility located at 45 Mud Creek Road. Free vascular disease screenings will following Tuesday and Wednesday for registered participants. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary Elects Three Officers

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary elected three new officers at its annual meeting on April 30. New officers include Carol Balmer, President-Elect; Allan Layman, Treasurer; and Eva Sheer, Director-at-Large. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary Presents Check

At their April 30 annual meeting, the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary presented a check for $110,000 to Arnot Ogden Medical Center to support the purchase of an upgrade to the GE CARESCAPE™ Network. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary Celebrates One Million Dollar Event Milestone

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary is pleased to announce that Orchids and Candlelight, their signature fundraising event, has reached a $1 million fundraising milestone. >>

Blood Drive Scheduled for May 8 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Area residents are invited to give blood at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Arnot Ogden Medical Center from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8. >>

Children’s Miracle Network at Arnot Ogden Medical Center receives $2,250 Grant from HMAC-W

Children’s Miracle Network at Arnot Health was awarded a $1,125 grant from the Wellsboro, PA Hitachi Metals Automotive Components USA (HMAC-W) Community Action Committee and an additional $1,125 matching grant from The Hitachi Foundation. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation Elects Three Officers

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation elected three new officers at its annual meeting on April 18. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation Supports Graduate Medical Education

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation presented a check for $183,983 to Arnot Ogden Medical Center in support of the Graduate Medical Education Program and new Residency Programs at its annual meeting on April 18. >>

Falck Cancer Center at Arnot Health Receives $20,000 Komen Twin Tiers Grant

The Falck Cancer Center at Arnot Health was awarded a $20,000 grant from the Twin Tiers Region Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure to directly assist breast cancer patients. >>

Arnot Health to Host Free Running Clinic

Area runners are invited to attend “Run for Your Life,” a free seminar on Saturday, April 13 at 11:00 a.m. Space is limited. >>

Free Seminar in Troy Answers Questions About Bariatric Surgery

Learn more about Bariatric Surgery by attending a free informational seminar on Thursday, April 25 from 6-8 p.m. at Arnot Medical Services, 45 Mud Creek Road in Troy, PA. >>

Arnot Health to Host Hand Therapy Seminar

Community members are invited to attend “Is Hand Therapy for You,” a free seminar on Wednesday, April 17 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Ye Old Chapel Meeting Room in Elmira, NY. >>

Panosian Achieves Board Certification with the Certifying Commission in Medical Management

Kim J. Panosian, MD CPE, Vice President Medical Group and Medical Director at Arnot Medical Services, has earned the professional designation of Certified Physician Executive (CPE) from the Certifying Commission in Medical Management (CCMM). >>

Keuka Health Foundation Radio Auction Raises $11,000 to Benefit Emergency Department

The Keuka Health Foundation raised $11,000 through its thirteenth annual Radio Auction with proceeds to benefit the Emergency Department Capital Campaign currently underway in support of emergency department renovations taking place at Arnot Health's Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. >>

Arnot Health Will Expand Walk-In Care to Seven Days at Horseheads Location

Walk-In Care service will be available seven days a week at the system’s Horseheads location beginning April 1, 2013. >>

Arnot Health Promotes Family Fitness with Southern Tier Pediatrics

Arnot Health and Southern Tier Pediatrics join forces to present “Fit Families in the Southern Tier (FFIST).” The series runs Tuesdays, April 9 – May 28, 6-7:30 p.m. >>

E-Cigarettes: Better Than the Real Thing?

Electronic cigarettes are not a harm-free choice. The Tobacco Cessation Center at Arnot Health can help you quit using approved, reliable methods. >>

"Step It Up!" Program to Kick Off April 8

The “Step It Up!” program is a free, 6-week community walking program being offered April 8 – May 20. To register for the program call Chemung County Health Department at 607-737-2028. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Introduces 2013 Miracle Family

Born at 24-1/2 weeks and weighing just 1 lb. 9 oz., Madelyne is a miracle baby! >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital to host American Red Cross Blood Drive on March 28, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. >>

Children's Miracle Metwork Radiothon Raises Over $80,000

Children's Miracle Network along with Backyard Braodcasting's WINK 106/100.9 The BIG PIG radio stations raise funds for peditric and NICU services. >>

Arnot Health to Host Free Seminar on Stroke Risk

Are You at Risk for a Stroke? Learn more at a free seminar on March 21, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in the Arnot Ogden Medical Center's Petrie Conference Center. >>

Arnot Health's Three Hospitals DNV Accredited

Arnot Health’s Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital, and St. Joseph’s Hospital are three of the fewer than 300 hospitals nationwide to have successfully attained DNV Hospital Accreditation. >>

Arnot Health to Host Free Depression Seminar

Arnot Health presents a free lecture titled, “Depression: Signs, Symptoms & Treatment Trends,” on Thursday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m. in the Petrie West Conference Room at Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira. >>

Arnot Health Will Host Nursing Jobs Open House

Area nurses and nursing students are invited to check out nursing job opportunities at Arnot Health. >>

Arnot Health to Host Two Blood Drives During American Red Cross Month

March is American Red Cross Month and area residents are invited to give blood at one of two American Red Cross Blood Drives being hosted by Arnot Health. >>

Arnot Health Will Sponsor Wineglass Marathon

Arnot Health will be the presenting sponsor of the 32nd annual Wineglass Marathon. >>

Hilliard and Anderson Foundations Contribute to Ultrasound Purchase

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation is the recipient of grants from the Hilliard Foundation and the Anderson Foundation to support the purchase of an ultrasound system for its Emergency Department. >>

Anderson Evans Foundation Supports Purchase of Rehabilitiation Equipment at St. Joseph's Hospital

The Douglas G. Anderson--Leigh R. Evans Foundation, Inc., a local foundation sponsored by Hardinge, recently awarded a grant to support the purchase of a Saebo Evaluation and Treatment Kit for the newly renovated Rehabilitation Center at St. Joseph’s Hospital. >>

JET Announces Infection Control Training and New Courses in Winter/Spring

Joint Education and Training (JET), operated by Arnot Health, offers multiple Infection Control Training courses as well as four new offerings in the winter/spring 2013 semester. >>

Arnot Health to Host Donor Awareness Night at First Arena

Learn the facts about organ and tissue donation at the 10th annual Donor Awareness Night on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 7:05 p.m. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary to Sponsor Orchids and Candlelight

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary seeks continuing support and new hosts for the 23rd annual Orchids and Candlelight fundraiser. >>

School of Nursing to Host Info Sessions

Interested in a career in professional nursing? Check out one of our upcoming School of Nursing Information Sessions! >>

Flu Immunization Clinics Will Vaccinate Children as Young as Four

Clinics are now open to children as young as 4. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Will Hold american Red Cross Blood Drive

Give blood at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 28. >>

Sweet Kids Diabetic Children’s Support Group Will Host Monthly Meeting

Children with type 1 diabetes and their friends and family are welcome. >>

St. Joseph's Hospital Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

give blood at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Joseph’s Hospital from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 11. >>

Free Seminar Answers Questions About Bariatric Surgery

Arnot Health invites individuals interested in Bariatric Surgery to attend a free seminar on Thursday, January 10, 2013 from 6–8 p.m. at Arnot Medical Services, 45 Mud Creek Road in Troy, PA. >>

Arnot Health Names New Chief Development Officer

Susan Rigo now serves Arnot Health as Vice President of Development/Chief Development Officer. >>

Leadership Change Pending at Arnot Health

Arnot Medical Services President Robert K. Lambert, M.D. will replace outgoing President & CEO Anthony J. Cooper at the end of 2013. >>

10/30 7:30 a.m. UPDATE Closures and Service Interruptions

A complete summary of current closures and service interruptions for Arnot Health facilities. >>

Back Pain In Expectant Women And New Mothers Presentation Scheduled

A presentation on Back Pain in Expectant Women and New Mothers will be presented by Trisha Williams, MPT and Suchi Menon MSPT. >>

Keuka Health Care Foundation Will Host Friends Gala 2012

The Keuka Health Care Foundation, in support of Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital, will present its annual "Friends Gala" on Saturday, November 3. >>

Step It Up Walking Program To Kick Off October 15th

The "Step It Up" free community walking program will run from October 15 to November 19. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin October 9

A series of educational classes for adults with diabetes is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 9. >>

Bariatric Surgery Information Session Scheduled

Residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can attend an information session from noon-1 p.m. Friday, October 5. >>

New Tobacco Cessation Plan Address Disparities Among Poor

The Tobacco Cessation Center at Arnot Health adopted a new work plan. >>

Bariatric Seminar Scheduled

A presentation by Arnot Health Bariatric Surgeons Dr. Sadhasivam and Dr. Martinez will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 18 at the Watkins Harbor Hotel. >>

Arnot Health is Newest Teaching Site For Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

Arnot Health and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine announced that the healthcare system is the newest teaching site for medical students. >>

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Delivers $25,000 Donation to ARMC Foundation

Administrators from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine presented a gift of $25,000 to the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation. >>

Fall Sports Clinic Scheduled

A presentation entitled "Fall Sports Injuries and Recovery" will be presented 6:30 p.m. Thursday, September 27. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Receives $100,000 DANY Grant

Arnot Ogden Medical Center was awarded a $100,000 grant from the New York State Department of Health under the Doctors Across New York Program. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary To Present Michael Fredo And Friends

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary will present "Under the Autumn Moon: Onstage with Michael Fredo and Friends" >>

Arnot Medical Services Presents Docs du Jour-A Celebrity Chef Event

Arnot Medical Services will host "Docs du Jour-A Celebrity Chef Event" at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 20 at Hill Top Inn, Elmira. >>

Flu Immunization Clinics Scheduled

Arnot Health is holding flu immunization clinics. >>

Well Being Menu Options Available At Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital

Beginning September 11, the cafeterias at Arnot Ogden Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital will offer "Well Being" healthy eating program. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Discusses Kidney Disease

Arnot Health will host an Insulin Pump Support Group meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 20. >>

Bariatric Information Session Scheduled

A bariatric information session will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, September 21 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center Petrie Conference Center. >>

Knee and Hip Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar entitled "The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain" will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 2 at St. Joseph's Hospital. >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

A Bariatric Surgery Support group will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, September 10. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin September 6

Arnot Health is offering a series of educational classes for adults with diabetes, scheduled to begin Thursday, September 6. >>

Bariatric Information Session Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can attend an information session from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, September 7. >>

Connected By Cancer Support Group Scheduled

Connected by Cancer support group meets from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. the second Wednesday of each month. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center on "Most Wired" List

Arnot Ogden Medical Center is one of 200 hospitals in the United States to earn a spot on the Health & Hospital Network Most Wired list. >>

Arnot Health Joins Health Information Exchange

Arnot Health announced that it is now part of Rochester Regional Health Information Organization. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

Arnot Ogden Medical Center will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, August 31. >>

Jet Announces New Fall Classes

Joint Education and Training (JET) operated by Arnot Health will be offering the following courses. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 29. >>

Bariatric Seminar Scheduled In Bath

A bariatric seminar will be presented at 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 29 at the Days Inn, 330 W. Morris St., Bath. >>

Bariatric Surgery Information Session Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can attend an information session from noon-1 p.m. Friday, August 24. >>

Knee and Hip Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar entitled "The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain" is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 4 at St. Joseph's Hospital. >>

Arnot Health Exclusive Health Care Partner of Strong Kids Safe Kids

Arnot Health is the Exclusive Health Care Partner of Strong Kids Safe Kids of Chemung County. >>

Arnot Health Human Motion Institute Presenting Sponsor Of Wineglass Marathon

Arnot Health Human Motion Insitute is presenting sponsor of the 2012 Wineglass Marathon. >>

Back Health For The Aging Population Lecture Scheduled

"Back Health for the Aging Population" will be presented at 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 21. >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

A Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Monday, August 13. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary Awards Scholarships

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary awarded two scholarships for the 2012-2013 school year. >>

Arnot Health Nurses Nominated For Award

The Professional Nurses District 3 Carolyn Britton Nurse Excellence Award Nomination was presented to the following Arnot Health Nurses. >>

Arnot Health's Health On Demand Best Practices To Be Used In Singapore

Arnot Health's Health on Demand Best Practices to be used in Singapore. >>

Davenport & Taylor to Host 6th Annual 5K and 10K Wellness Walk and Run

Davenport & Taylor will host its 6th annual 5K and 10K Wellness Walk and Run. >>

Arnot Health Recognized For Implementing Quality Stroke Care

Arnot Health has been recognized through the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines program. >>

Arnot Health Facilities Services Update

11:20 a.m. update on facilities and services affected by last night's storm. >>

St. Joseph's Hospital Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

St. Joseph's Hospital will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 10. >>

Arnot Medical Services Will Host Ribbon-Cutting at Troy Office

Arnot Medical Services will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new Troy Office from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 30. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology 2012 Graduation Class

Commencement for the 2012 Class of Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology was held on Friday, July 13. >>

Bariatric Information Session Scheduled

Information session on Bariatric Surgery to be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, July 27. >>

Hip and Knee Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar entitled "The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain" sponsored by St. Joseph's Hospital is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2012. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Discusses Oral Care

Arnot Health will host an Insulin Pump Support Group meeting from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 19. >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

A Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Monday, July 9. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Will Host Adult Diabetes Class Series

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital is offering a two-part series of educational classes for adults with diabetes. >>

Bariatric Information Session Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can attend an information session from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, July 13. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Children’s Miracle Network’s Moonlight & Miracles A Success

Children’s Miracle Network’s Moonlight & Miracles Black & White Gala was held June 1 at the Elmira Country Club. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing 2012 Graduation Class

Commencement for the 2012 Class of Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing was held on Thursday, June 7. >>

Knee And Hip Pain Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar, entitled “The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain,” sponsored by St. Joseph’s Hospital, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 3, 2012. >>

Core Strengthening Exercises Lecture Scheduled

A lecture “Core Strengthening Exercises” will be presented at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 19. >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

A Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Monday, June 11. >>

Arnot Medical Services Watkins Glen To Display Student Artwork

Arnot Medical Services will hold a reception to display student artwork from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 7 in their office at 104 South Porter Street, Watkins Glen. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center To Hold Pearl Jewelry Sale

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary will hold a Pearl Hill Jewelry Sale June 7 and 8. >>

Bariatric Information Session Scheduled

Bariatric surgery information session held from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, June 15. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Volunteer Department Holds Award Dinner

Arnot Ogden Medical Center held its annual Volunteer Awards Dinner on May 23 at the Elmira Country Club. >>

St. Joseph's Hospital Will Hold Red Cross Blood Drive

St. Joseph’s Hospital will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 7. >>

Walk/Run Clinic Scheduled

A Walk/Run Clinic and lecture will be presented by Kevin Coughlin MD, Orthopedic Surgeon at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin June 5

Arnot Health is offering a series of educational classes for adults with diabetes, scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 5. >>

Arnot Health Peer Diabetes Education Program

Arnot Health will present a free diabetes education program. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Will Hold Red Cross Blood Drive

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 31 in the Ruth Cole Room of the hospital. >>

Arnot Health Dialysis Services Recognized

Arnot Health’s Dialysis Units have been recognized as 5 Diamond Patient Safety Facilities by the End-Stage Renal Disease Network of New York. >>

St. Joseph’s Hospital Receives Community Foundation Grant

St. Joseph’s Hospital is the recipient of a $50,000 Community Foundation capital grant award. >>

Bariatric Surgery Information Session Scheduled

Bariatric surgery information session from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, May 25 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Bariatric Surgery Seminar Scheduled

A presentation by Arnot Health Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Subramaniam Sadhasivam will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 30 at the Owego Treadway Inn. >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

A Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Monday, May 14 in the Petrie Conference Center. >>

Groundbreaking Held For Ira Davenport Emergency Department Project

Construction has officially begun on the $3.1 million Emergency Department upgrade at Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. >>

Knee And Hip Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar, entitled “The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain,” sponsored by St. Joseph’s Hospital, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 5, 2012 >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Discusses Eye Disease

Arnot Health will host an Insulin Pump Support Group meeting from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 17. >>

Take A Hike Lectured Scheduled

A lecture “Take a Hike” will be presented by Elaine Farwell, Executive Director at Tanglewood Nature Center and Museum at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 17. >>

ARNOT HEALTH RECEIVES GOLD PLUS STROKE AWARD

Arnot Health has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines Stroke-GOLD PLUS Hospital Achievement Award. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation Elects Board Members

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Foundation elected four new board members at its annual meeting on April 19th. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin May 10

A series of educational classes for adults with diabetes, scheduled to begin Thursday, May 10 >>

Body Mechanics and Posture Lecture Scheduled

A lecture on body mechanics and posture will be given from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Will Hold Red Cross Blood Drive

There will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Arnot Ogden Medical Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9. >>

Bariatric Surgery Information Session Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can attend an information session from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, May 4. >>

Free Health Screen For Skin Cancer Scheduled

Area residents are invited to participate in a free health screen to detect skin cancer from 5-7 p.m., Monday, May 7 at the Falck Cancer Center. >>

Arnot Health Auxiliaries Recognized By State Organization

The auxiliaries of Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Ira Davenport Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital have been honored by the Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS) for their collective contributions to Arnot Health’s operations and the quality of care provided to its patients. >>

Falck Cancer Center To Sponsor Fashion With A Cause

The Falck Cancer at Arnot Ogden Medical Center will sponsor Fashion with a Cause, The Many Colors of Cancer. The show will be at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 26 at the Holiday Inn Riverview in Elmira. >>

Arnot Health's Heart & Vascular Institute Will Host Free "Dare To CARE" Seminar, Screenings

The Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute will host a seminar on cardiovascular disease from 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday, May 3 at the Harbor Hotel, 16 Franklin St. in Watkins Glen. >>

Rite Aids Raising Funda For Arnot Ogden Medical Center

From now through May 19, Rite Aid associates will be asking customers to support Arnot Ogden Medical Center a Children's Miracle Network Hospital. >>

Hip & Knee Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar “The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain,” sponsored by St. Joseph’s Hospital, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 1. >>

Active and Aging Lecture Scheduled

A lecture entitled “Active and Aging” will be presented at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 19 in the Petrie Conference Center at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Children's Miracle Network to Hold Moonlight and Miracles Ball

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Children’s Miracle Network will hold “Moonlight and Miracles Black and White Ball” >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

The Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 9 in the Petrie Conference Center. >>

Arnot Health To Hold Nurse Recruitment Fair At Elmira Country Club

Arnot Health will hold a Nurse Recruitment Fair from 3-6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 at the Elmira Country Club. >>

JET Operated By Arnot Health Education Department

JET is now being operated by the Arnot Health education department. >>

Bariatric Surgery Meet The Surgeon Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can “Meet the Surgeon” from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, March 30 in the Petrie Conference Center. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin April 3

Arnot Health is offering a series of educational classes for adults with diabetes. >>

Bariatric Surgery Meet The Surgeon Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can “Meet the Surgeon” from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, March 23. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital Will Hold American Red Cross Blood Drive

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital will hold an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 29 in the Ruth Cole Room of the hospital. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon Raises Record $101,000

The 2012 Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon raised a record $101,000 from March 7-9. >>

Sweet Kids Diabetic Support Group Meeting

Sweet Kids Diabetic Support Group will meet 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 28. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center M.A.S.H. Camp Scheduled

Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s M.A.S.H. Camp for students entering 8th and 9th grade this fall will be held Monday, July 23 thru Thursday, July 26. >>

Knee and Hip Seminar Scheduled

A free seminar, entitled “The Good News About Knee and Hip Pain,” sponsored by St. Joseph’s Hospital, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 3, 2012 in the Cusick Room, located on the first floor of St. Joseph’s. >>

Bariatric Sugery Seminar

A presentation by Arnot Health Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Subramaniam Sadhasivam will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 21 at the Ramada Inn, Painted Post. >>

Bariatric Support Group Scheduled

Regular meetings for people dealing with obesity and associated treatments. >>

Arnot Health Sponsors Step It Up Program

Program leads participants through a six-week walking plan geared toward promoting and maintaining an active lifestyle. >>

Bariatric Surgery Meet The Surgeon Scheduled

Area residents interested in finding out more about bariatric surgery can “Meet the Surgeon” from noon – 1 p.m. Friday, March 9 in the Petrie Conference Center. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Discusses Autoimmune Disease

Arnot Health will host an Insulin Pump Support Group meeting from 6-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 15. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon

Children's Miracle Network Radiothon to be held March 7-9 >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin March 8

Arnot Health is offering a series of educational classes for adults with diabetes, scheduled to begin Thursday, March 8. >>

Help Your Own Spine Lecture Scheduled

"Help Your Own Spine: simple Ergonomic Solutions For Avoiding And Managing Neck And Back Pain" is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, March 8. >>

SHOULDER INJURIES IN SOFTBALL PLAYERS

A lecture on shoulder injuries in softball players is scheduled for 6 p.m. Monday, February 27, 2012 in the Petrie West Conference Center at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

CUT-O-THON TO AID CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK

Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s Children’s Miracle Network will hold a Cut-o-thon at Regis Salon in the Arnot Mall from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, February 18th. $5.00 of every cut goes to Children’s Miracle Network.

Marrow Donor Drive Scheduled

A Marrow Donor Drive will be held from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 14 in the Petrie Conference Center at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. No appointment is needed. >>

Women’s Heart Health Lecture Scheduled

A lecture on Women’s Heart Health by Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Alon Yarkoni will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, February 9 in the Petrie West Conference Room. >>

BARIATRIC SURGERY SEMINAR SCHEDULED

A presentation by Arnot Health Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Subramaniam Sadhasivam will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, January 18 at the Hilton Garden Inn,Horseheads. >>

INSULIN PUMP SUPPORT GROUP DISCUSSES FOOT CARE

Arnot Health will host an Insulin Pump Support Group meeting from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 19. >>

All Arnot Health Phone System Functions Restored

Phone systems at all Arnot Health locations have been restored after a temporary outage affecting a handful of locations Sunday. >>

2012 Adult Diabetes Class Series

Arnot Health is offering a series of educational classes for adults with diabetes in 2012 >>

Arnot Health to Construct Medical Office Buildingin Troy, PA

Arnot Health will break ground on a 13,000 square-foot medical office building at 45 Mud Creek Road in Troy, Pennsylvania that will provide improved access to a host of primary and specialty healthcare services for residents of Bradford County and the northern tier of Pennsylvania. Construction is scheduled to begin by the end of November 2011. The building will feature expanded evening and weekend hours to provide a convenient alternative to the traditional hospital emergency department, and is expected to absorb the operations of the current Arnot Medical Services Troy office. >>

Adult Diabetes Series Will Begin November 1

Series of educational classes for adults with diabetes, scheduled to begin Tuesday, November 1 >>

Arnot Health Offers Low Sodium Soup and Salad Series

Classes for adults with or those who know or care for someone with congestive heart failure. >>

Arnot Health Will Offer Free Low Back Pain Seminar

Seminar entitled "Low Back Pain- Diagnosis and Treatment Options” scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, October 27. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center To Hold Free Diabetes Seminar For School Nurses

Arnot Ogden Medical Center will hold a free educational seminar Diabetes Update for School Nurses from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, October 29th in the Petrie East Conference Room. >>

Golf Tournament Will Raise Funds for Infant and Children’s Care

In its 20th year, organizers of the annual tournament hope to raise record funds. >>

Blood Drive Scheduled for Friday at St. Joseph’s Hospital

Drive will be held from 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. August 12 in the Cusick Meeting Room. >>

Community Foundation Grants Will Fund Children’s Services

Pediatric GlideScope, therapy materials and supplies for Early Intervention will be purchased. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Meeting Scheduled

Meeting scheduled for 6:30 - 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 12th at the Horseheads Medical Office Building. >>

$2,000 Gannett Foundation Grant Supports Medical Center

$2,000 grant will support the purchase of syringe pumps used to administer medications during and after surgery. >>

Nursing Students Make Blankets for Use at Medical Center

The project was designed to raise awareness among the students that the profession involves more than traditional clinical work. >>

128th School of Nursing Commencement Held

Nine students participated in the June 23rd commencement exercises, held at Appleridge in Horseheads, NY. >>

Auxiliary Makes $160,000 Gift to Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Funds will support renovations in Cardiac Catheterization Lab and equipment purchase in the Skilled Nursing Unit. >>

Golf Tournament Raises $18,000+ for Emergency Department Improvements

Renovations to hospital's emergency department are slated to begin this summer. >>

Blood Drive Scheduled for July 6th and 8th

Donors who give blood on July 6th and 8th will get a coupon for FREE Friendly's ice cream. >>

ADVISORY: Fire Equipment Testing at Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Grove Street will experience some water drainage during early morning hours Wednesday. >>

NYS Approves Consolidation of Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph’s Hospital

Approval clears the way for three-hospital system merger to proceed. >>

Outpatient Gastroenterology Services Consolidated

Services available at St. Joseph's Hospital and Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital. >>

Arnot Health Endocrinology and Diabetes Center Scheduled to Relocate

Move to Horseheads Medical Office Building will take place June 16-17, during which time the practice will be closed. >>

"Docs du Jour" Will Raise Funds for Arnot Health Foundations

Physicians will host, cook and provide musical entertainment for the fundraising event. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin June 9

Four-week class series scheduled to meet from 4-6 p.m. Thursdays - 6/9, 6/16, 6/23 and 6/30. Physician referrals are required. >>

Falck Cancer Center Receives $10,000 Gift from Fund for Women

Fund members announced the gift, which is being made in memory of Pamela Kish, at the organization's annual brunch. >>

Palmer Fund Makes $48,000 Gift to Support Patients WIth Cancer

Money will be split to serve patients with cancer being treated at Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Broadcast

WENY Channel 36 (ABC) and WENY DT2 (CBS) from 7 -11 p.m. Saturday, June 4, and from 10 a.m.  - 4 p.m. Sunday, June 5. >>

Dininny Receives Breast Care Certification

The National Consortium of Breast Centers certification was developed to set standards of achievement and the professional's role. >>

Sales of Hilfiger Necklace Will Benefit Nursing Scholarship Fund

"The Ginny" was made by Zhulia Jewels and will honor its namesake, Virginia Gerrity Hilfiger. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph’s Hospital Begin Working Together Under a Management Contract.

Some services, management functions are being consolidated while the organizations await approval on the Certificate of Need (CON). >>

Providers Recognized for Quality Diabetes Care

Dr. Sandra I. Rubio, M.D., FACE, Trish Bellinger, NP, and Christine M. Pesesky, FNP-C practice at the Diabetes Center at Arnot Health. >>

Arnot Health to Host Fall Prevention Clinic

June 2 event will focus on causes and prevention of balance dysfunction. >>

Arnot Health Earns National Quality Respiratory Care Recognition for 9th Consecutive Year

System has earned the recognition each year it has been granted since 2003. >>

Auxiliary Will Host Spring Fashion Show

May 22 event will raise money to support cardiac services at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Renovated Cardiac Cath Lab Open for Business

Newly remodeled space features latest technology, greater ease of use. >>

Webinar Series on End-of-Life Care Scheduled

Sessions will be hosted at three sponsoring locations in the area. >>

Arnot Health Sleep Disorder Center Earns Accreditation

Elmira-based service was evaluated extensively before accreditation was awarded. >>

Arnot Health to Host Summer Speech/Language Enrichment Program for Area Children

Summer program designed for children 3-5 experiencing difficulty with speech and language development. >>

Sun Safety Lecture, Skin Cancer Screening Scheduled

Dr. Mark Anthony of Southern Tier Plastic Surgery will present on May 12th on skin cancer prevention. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Will Meet

Meetings are open to all patients using an insulin pump and their support persons. >>

Arnot Health’s Corning, Elmira Radiology Services Receive Accreditation

Accreditation is awarded based on evaluation of staff, equipment, image quality and resolution. >>

Walk/Run Clinic Scheduled in Horseheads

Area residents interested in learning how to walk or run safely for fitness are invited to the May 21 event. >>

Car Raffle for Children’s Miracle Network Features Donated Car from Simmons-Rockwell Suzuki

Simmons-Rockwell Suzuki donated a brand new 2011 Suzuki SX4 for raffle to benefit Children's Miracle Network. >>

Free Mammograms, Screenings, Will Be Offered to Uninsured Area Residents

Uninsured area residents can get free mammograms and take-home colon cancer screening kits. >>

April 21st Women’s Health Lecture CANCELED

Series will continue with lecture on sun safety and skin cancer prevention scheduled for May 12th. >>

New HIV Testing Law May Catch Some Patients Off-Guard

All patients 13-64 must now be offered an HIV test by their primary healthcare provider. >>

Dr. Joseph Mathey Relocates Practice

New office is located in the Arnot Medical Services Erwin office. >>

Arnot Health Physician Recognized for Quality Diabetes Care

Dr. Thomas Rodgers was recognized for exceptional care. >>

Free Seminar and Screening on Regaining Arm Control After Stroke

Program is designed for patients who have lost some arm function after a stroke. >>

Free Seminar on Joint Pain from Degenerative Disease

FREE event designed to assist patients regain arm control after a stroke. >>

Exercise in the Great Outdoors Program

The event is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. April 21st in the Petrie East conference room, located on the ground floor of Arnot Ogden Medical Center >>

Arnot Health to Sponsor Healthcare Decision Day

Area residents interested in learning more about important healthcare decision-making are invited to stop by information tables. >>

Scholarship, Lecture Hall Will Honor Nurse and Instructor

Teresa Gulati will be honored with the establishment of a commemorative lecture hall and scholarship. >>

$875,000 State Grant Will Fund "Creating Healthy Places" Initiative in Elmira

Comprehensive program is designed to make Elmira and Chemung County a healthier place to live. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin April 7

Four-class series will begin on April 7th. Physician referral is required and attendees insurance provider will be billed for enrollment costs. >>

Major Community Improvement Project Announcement Scheduled

Media representatives are invited to attend for details. >>

Arnot Health Expanding Orthopedic Services in Steuben County

Visiting locations for Dr. Shakeel Durrani and Dr. Mark Gibson have been expanded in Steuben County. >>

Free and Confidential HIV Screening Scheduled

Area residents can be tested from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. March 23rd at the Spencer-Van Etten Arnot Medical Services office. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon Raises Record $98,913

100% of the money raised stays local for infants and children at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health has welcomed Sungji Chai, MD, and Deb Franzen, NP

Arnot Health has welcomed Sungji Chai, MD, and Deb Franzen, NP, specializing in OB/GYN to Arnot Medical Services. >>

Women’s Health Lecture Series Will Focus on Yoga

FREE monthly women's health lecture will include interactive Yoga experience during March 10th event. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Will Meet

Group is open to all patients using an insulin pump and their support person(s). >>

Injury Prevention Seminar for Coaches Scheduled

FREE event is designed for athletic coaches to teach injury prevention. >>

Arthritis Program Scheduled

FREE seminar will focus on signs, symptoms, causes and treatments for arthritis Saturday, February 26th. >>

Organ and Tissue Awareness Nights Scheduled at First Arena

Arnot Health-sponsored events feature giveaways, ceremony to commemorate organ and tissue donation. >>

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Grants $150,500 to Support Disease Management Programs

Grant will help patients to maintain their health after being discharged from Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health Welcomes Dr. Mendoza

Elizabeth Almera Mendoza, M.D. will practice Hospitalist Medicine at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Series Will Begin February 10

The series includes four weekly classes and teaches participants how to live better with diabetes. >>

Women’s Health Lecture Series Features Heart & Vascular Institute Medical Director

February lecture will focus on "Women's Heart Health." >>

Arnot Health Board President Elected to National Organization Leadership

Dr. S. Jan Eberhard was elected an at-large member of the American Hospital Association's Committe on Governance. >>

Program Will Focus on Ergonomics, Injury Prevention

The January 26th program will focus on preventing injuries using ergonomic prevention tools. >>

Arnot Health to Offer Digital Mammography at Corning Office

Appointments for the procedure at the 8 Denison Parkway office are available by calling 607-737-8140. >>

Women’s Health Lecture Series Continues With Program Focused on Nutrition, Fitness

Program will feature a modified demonstration of the popular Zumba, a Latin-dance/fitness program. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center, St. Joseph’s Hospital Sign Integration Agreement

New three-hospital regional healthcare system will employ nearly 2,900 individuals and have combined revenues in excess of $380 million. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Scheduled

Four-class session scheduled to begin Tuesday, January 11th. >>

Chemung Valley Soccer Association Makes Gift to Support Cancer Care

Soccer league honors board member with fundraiser for Falck Cancer Center. >>

Auxiliary Awards Two $1,000 Scholarships

Students from the School of Nursing and Radiologic Technology are the recipients of these annually awarded scholarships. >>

Children’s Miracle Network TV Giveaway Raises $1,800+

Nurse takes home 42" flat screen TV donated by Best Buy in Horseheads. >>

Enhanced Radiology Suite Will Improve Patient Safety, Diagnostic and Treatment Capabilities

Suite now boasts most advanced CT scanner in the region, 3-D imaging with improved patient experience. >>

Arnot Health Tobacco Cessation Center Plans Testing, Giveaways to Observe "Smokeout"

Free carbon monoxide level testing and giveaways of prizes will be featured November 18th. >>

Arnot Health Ranks in Top 3% Nationally for Electronic Medical Records Adoption

$9 million in federal funding could flow to the organization upon its achievement of "meaningful use" of the software. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Meeting Scheduled

Area residents who use an insulin pump and their support persons are invited to attend this "Holiday Party" themed group meeting. >>

Adult Diabetes Class Scheduled

Area adults with diabetes are invited to attend a series of four classes designed to help them live better with the condition. >>

9th Annual Diabetes Fair Scheduled

Annual event will provide screenings, information, and resources for people living with diabetes. >>

Flu Immunization Clinics Scheduled

Scheduled clinics for adults 19 and older begin in November. >>

Arnot Health and St. Joseph’s Awarded HEAL NY Grant Monies

The New York State Department of Health has awarded St. Joseph’s Hospital and co-applicant Arnot Ogden Medical Center $20 million from the HEAL NY Phase 19. >>

Dr. Marie-Andrine Constant Receives Certification

American Board of Family Medicine honors Southport provider. >>

Memorial Gathering Scheduled for Those Affected by Loss of Pregnancy of Infant Death

Annual interfaith ceremony will be held October 17th.   >>

Red Cross Will Hold Blood Drive Oct. 1 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Types O negative and B negative are especially in demand, as supplies have fallen below sufficient levels. >>

Arnot Health to Host Nursing Open House

Event will be held from 2-5 p.m. October 1 at the Outback Steakhouse behind the Arnot Mall. >>

Adult Diabetes Classes Scheduled

Two four-week sessions are scheduled to teach adults how best to live with diabetes. >>

Women’s Health Lecture Will Focus on Health Screening Guideline Controversies

Changes in the recommended ages, times for common screenings have sparked controversy among healthcare, women's groups. >>

Insulin Pump Support Group Meetings Scheduled

Group meetings in October and November will help area residents who use insulin pumps get through the holiday season. >>

Bariatric Surgical Offices to Hold Open House

Past and future patients are invited to share their experiences with one another at this September 23rd event. >>

Pulmonary Associates’ Office Will Relocate

The new office will be located at 1141 Broadway Avenue, Suite 6, in Southport. >>

Nursing Scholarships Available

Two three-year scholarships for students enrolling at the Arnot Ogden School of Nursing are available through a gift from Corning Incorporated Foundation. DEADLINE IS JULY 20.   >>

Walking Program Yields Success

Participants saw significant health improvements. The Fall program is now accepting registrants. Read here to find out how to sign up now! >>

School of Nursing Holds 127th Commencement

Fourteen graduates participated in the Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing's 127th Commencement June 25th. >>

HIV Testing Urged on National Day of Observance

The Chemung County AIDS Task Force is sponsoring a free HIV testing day for area residents. >>

Open House Planned for Arnot Health’s Schuyler Hospital Dialysis Facility

Members of the public are invited for refreshments and tours from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, June 29 at the Schuyler Hospital facility. >>

Women’s Health Lecture Season Closes With Program on Obesity

June 14 lecture will close this season; a new season is scheduled to begin in September. >>

"Orchids and Candlelight" Raises Funds for Falck Cancer Center

In its 20th year, the program is on track to raise record funds to support patients with cancer and their families. >>

Arnot Health Nuclear Medicine Services Gain Accreditation

ICANLE has accredited Arnot Health's nuclear medicine services. >>

New Day Massage Closing June 1

New Day Massage and Acupuncture, a business unit of Arnot Ogden Medical Center, will close June 1, 2010.  >>

Nuclear Cardiology Laboratories Earn Accreditation

Accreditation comes from the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Nuclear Medicine Laboratories. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Surpasses Record at Radiothon

$88,000+ total is all-time record for the event, which supports services for infants and children at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon Kicks Off

Area residents can make pledges to help support care for infants and children at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health Earns National Quality Respiratory Care Recognition

Arnot Health joins 14% of hospitals in the U.S. in receiving the award. >>

Bariatric Surgery Program Information Seminar

Surgeons will meet with anyone interested in learning more about weight loss surgery options at a monthly group seminar held in Horseheads, NY, beginning Feb. 19th. >>

Arnot Health to Hold Nursing Open House

Interested in a career in nursing at Arnot Health? Attend the “2010 RN Open House,” 2 – 7 p.m., Monday, March 15 in the Petrie Conference Center at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Pain Management Services Relocate to Horseheads Medical Office Building

Dr. Brent Samter's pain management practice is moving to the Arnot Health Horseheads Medical Office Building. >>

Komen Grant Buys Chair at Health Center for Women

Multipurpose chair will enhance patient safety and comfort during procedures. >>

Medical Center Receives Stroke Care Achievement Award

"Gold Plus" recognition notes commitment and success in implementing excellent care for stroke patients. >>

Ithaca HIV Primary Care Clinic Relocates

The HIV clinic is now located at the Ithaca Free Clinic at 225 South Fulton Street, Ithaca. >>

"Blue Distinction" Honor Bestowed Upon Arnot Health Knee and Hip Replacement Program

Nationwide program recognizes hospitals on the leading edge of treatment. >>

Arnot Health Schedules H1N1 Clinics

FREE clinics scheduled for February and early March will be for area residents 19 and older. >>

Cardiothoracic Surgeon to Speak at Local Health Fair

Dr. Charles Raudat's presentation is entitled "Cardiovascular Disease: Prevention and Interventions from a Surgeon's Perspective." >>

H1N1 Clinic Scheduled

January 15th clinic will be free and available only to those ages 19 and older. >>

Arnot Health Sponsors Organ/Tissue Donation Awareness Night

Special evening at First Arena raises consciousness around the need for donors. >>

Texas Roadhouse Gives $7K to Children’s Miracle Network

Gift from new area business helps local organization fund healthcare for infants and children. >>

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital and Arnot Ogden Medical Center Reach Agreement

A formal affiliation agreement has been reached between the Bath hospital and Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health Opens "Aesthetics and MediSpa" in Horseheads

ELMIRA – Arnot Health Aesthetics and Medispa opened today in the Horseheads Medical Office Building at 100 John Roemmelt Drive. The facility offers clients all levels of skin care in a calming spa environment. For an appointment, call 607-795-2855. >>

Arnot Health Radiology Department Will Get Region's Only 128-slice CT Scanner

Huffner Named Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives

"Physicians & Company" Sees Record Attendance, Earnings

Popular fundraiser tops its previous best earnings with a $36,816 total in 2009. >>

Heart Failure Seminar for Healthcare Providers Scheduled

Columbia physician will present on treating advanced heart failure at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Breast Imaging Services Accredited at Arnot Health

Breast  ultrasound and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy services meet with American College of Radiology (ACR) approval. >>

Medical Providers Invited to Luncheon on Surgical Options for Obesity Management

Bariatric surgeons will discuss surgical processes and choices with healthcare providers in attendance. >>

8th Annual Diabetes Fair Scheduled

Area residents are invited to register for a series of screenings. >>

Change in Visitation Policy During Flu Season

In a proactive measure to protect the safety of patients, family, visitors and staff, Arnot Ogden Medical Center is restricting children under the age of 18 and anyone feeling ill from visiting the hospital, unless they are a patient. >>

Conference on Motivational Interviewing Scheduled

The Tobacco Cessation Center at Arnot Health is hosting the Mayo Clinic conference about this unique approach to counseling behavior change. >>

Arnot Health Urges Patients To Utilize Call Center

The Health on Demand call center can be reached at 607-737-4499 and is staffed with Registered Nurses from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends.  Health on Demand or your physician office can direct you if emergency care is necessary.  >>

H1N1 Update from Chemung County Health Department

Chemung County is currently experiencing a low level of influenza activity and most of these cases are probably related to the H1N1 virus rather than the seasonal flu. >>

Orthopedic Surgeon Will Address Dance Injury Prevention

Beth Dollinger, M.D., orthopedic foot and ankle specialist, will lead discussion. >>

Memorial Gathering Scheduled for Those Affected by Loss of Pregnancy or Infant Death

Parents, caregivers and others are invited to attend and remember lost loved ones. >>

Surgeons Will Answer Questions about Bariatric Procedures, Options

Tri-cities area residents can meet surgeons, discuss weight-loss surgeries. >>

Aug. 29 Celtic Music and Dance Event to Benefit Children’s Miracle Network

August 29 event will feature The Finger Lakes Pipe Band and performers from the Drumcliffe School of Irish Dance. >>

Tobacco Cessation Center Schedules Support Groups

Support groups are scheduled for people wishing to decrease or quit their use of tobacco. >>

Auxiliary Buys New Van for Falck Cancer Center

New vehicle will transport patients to and from treatments at Falck Cancer Center. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Recognized for Implementing Quality Stroke Program

Arnot Health Stroke Center recognized for stroke care, featured in U.S. News & World Report. >>

Mathey Successfully Completes "Certified in Healthcare Compliance" (CHC) Exam

Arnot Health Corporate Compliance Officer earned certification in late June. >>

Arnot Health Plans for Expanded Southport Location

Location will house existing primary care practices and allow for the recruitment of additional providers. >>

"Cruz the Glen" Will Benefit Children’s Miracle Network

Calling all car enthusiasts to Watkins Glen! This day of automotive fun will benefit Children's Miracle Network. >>

Two Arnot Health Facilities Fully Accredited for Digital Mammography

American College of Radiology (ACR) accredits Horseheads Medical Office Building and Health Center for Women. >>

126th School of Nursing Commencement Held

Nine students completed degrees and celebrated commencement June 19. >>

William E. Palmer Scholarship Recipients Announced

Nine Arnot Health employees will use scholarship funds to support their professional development. >>

Ivy Clinic Will Offer Free HIV Tests

Free tests will be available in observance of National HIV Testing Day. >>

M.A.S.H. Camp Accepting Applications for Summer ’09

Incoming eighth and ninth graders can experience various healthcare careers. >>

Presentation Will Address End-of-Life Issues

Expert on end-of-life care and related issues will present during Arnot Health-sponsored program. >>

Arnot Health Recognizes Volunteers at Annual Dinner

80 Volunteers were honored for more than 265,000 hours of service to the organization. >>

Laboratory Re-accredited

Eligibility requirements for College of American Pathologists' accreditation are considered tougher than U.S. government requirements. >>

Arnot Health Receives $400,000 Grant for Physician Recruitment

State money will assist with specific recruitment efforts. >>

Skin Cancer Screenings Scheduled at Arnot Health Falck Cancer Center

Adults 18 or older with no dermatologist may register by calling Health on Demand at 607-737-4499. >>

Arnot Health Observes Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week, May 3-9

Issues of healthcare fraud, patient privacy and other ethical considerations are the focus. >>

Swine Flu Information

For more information on swine flu, visit http://www.chemungcountyhealth.org/.

NYS Grant Helps Arnot Health "Build Green"

$35,000 from the state will help fund a study that will make pending construction projects more energy efficient. >>

Healthcare Decision Day Programs Scheduled for Thursday

Learn about and receive guidance on various healthcare decisions with Medical Social Work staff. >>

"EXPRESS QUIT" Sessions Scheduled for Three Locations, Evening Hours

Popular program will help smokers kick the habit at three sessions throughout area, including one with evening hours. >>

April 6, 2009 Declared "Kayla and Keira Hennessey Day" in City of Corning

Mayor Tom Reed honored Children's Miracle Network at Corning City Council meeting. >>

Arnot Health Adds Digital Mammography Service

Digital images allow providers to see more, save lives. >>

Arnot Health Auxiliary Recognized by State Organization

Arnot Health's volunteer Auxiliary was recognized by the Healthcare Association of New York State. >>

Tobacco Cessation Center to Host "EXPRESS QUIT"

For quitters on the go, EXPRESS QUIT provides nicotine replacement therapy products in less than 10 minutes. >>

Arnot Health Co-sponsors Conference for Parents, Childcare Providers and Educators

Parents, childcare providers and educators are invited to attend, learn about how to keep kids healthy and active. >>

Blood Drive Scheduled

Give blood March 20 and save a life! >>

Arnot Health to Host Nursing Open House

RNs and nursing students are invited to learn more about career opportunities with Arnot Health. >>

Arnot Health Plans Patient Safety Week Observance

Organization will engage staff, patients, and community by emphasizing the critical need for partnership and participation in the drive for a safe healthcare system. >>

70 Volunteers Help Arnot Health Launch "No One Dies Alone" Program

Patients with no family or friends will have companions at their side during their final moments. >>

Arnot Health, Sam’s Club to Host Area Families, Kids for Children’s Miracle Network Launch Event

Enjoy games, music and tons of fun to kick off the "Champions Across America" events for 2009. >>

Arnot Health Recognized for Respiratory Care

Arnot Health has been recognized by the American Association of Respiratory Care for the seventh straight year. >>

Shop for a Cause

Online shoppers can support Arnot Health's Children's Miracle Network with their purchases at http://www.shoppingformiracles.org. >>

Arnot Health Cardiac Care Recognized

Arnot Health has been named a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. >>

Second Annual Josh Palmer Fund Award Presented at Arnot Health

Robert Lynough II was presented with Stephanie Schrock Courage Award at Arnot Health. >>

Arnot Health Sponsors Organ/Tissue Donation Awareness Night

Check out Saturday's Jackals game for fun, giveaways, and information about organ and tissue donation. >>

Arnot Health Gets $20K Cancer Care Grant

$20,000 is now available to women in need of help covering costs of breast cancer treatment. >>

Arnot Health Board Chair Elected to State Board

S. Jan Eberhard, M.D. has been elected to the Board of Governors for the Healthcare Trustees of New York State (HTNYS). >>

Heart Club Presentation Scheduled

Dietitian Elizabeth Nalbach will speak about conscious/intuitive eating, the importance of movement and how, together, they support physical and spiritual health. >>

Arnot Health United Way Campaign Shatters 2007 Record

Arnot Health reported a 14% increase in pledges for United Way of the Southern Tier. >>

IVY Clinic’s Cain Lauded for Service

IVY Clinic Manager Joan Cain, FNP, received the "Rural Advocate Award" from the Rochester Area Task Force on AIDS, Inc. at the group's annual luncheon December 5. >>

Arnot Health to Provide Free Screenings During "Wellness Day"

Event is designed for area residents with little or no insurance. >>

Diabetes Fair Will Offer Free Screenings, Information for Area Residents

Fair is intended for people with diabetes or those who care for them. >>

Arnot Health to Host Bereavement Support Groups

Register now to attend a series of support groups for adults who have experienced a significant death in their lives due to illness. >>

Arnot Health Plans Flu Immunization Clinics

Arnot Health announces a series of flu immunization clinics. >>

Arnot Health Recognized for Implementing Quality Stroke Care Program

American Heart Association/American Stroke Association highlight organization's commitment to national standards. >>

Arnot Health Awarded $400,000+ from State for Ira Davenport Affiliation Project

Governor David A. Paterson announced Arnot Ogden Medical Center was awarded $404,694 in HEAL NY Phase 7 awards. >>

Medical Center Recognized for Implementing Quality Stroke Care Program

Arnot Ogden Medical Center featured in "America's Best Hospitals" issue of U.S. News & World Report. >>

Teen Volunteers Honored at Annual Dinner

57 teens honored for service to Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

"Cruz the Glen" Will Benefit Children’s Miracle Network

A benefit car show and laps at WGI for PT Cruiser owners will take place this weekend. >>

Arnot Health Reaches Agreement with Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital

Arnot Health and Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital have reached an affiliation agreement. >>

School of Nursing Commencement Held

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing held its 125th commencement June 20. >>

Arnot Health Expanding Dialysis Service to Schuyler

Arnot Health will expand its dialysis service to Schuyler County, making it the region's largest comprehensive dialysis provider. >>

Enrollment Open for Paramedic Class at Arnot Ogden Medical Center

The 2008-2009 class of Arnot Ogden Medical Center's Paramedic Class is now accepting applications. >>

Cardiac Rehab Receives National Re-certification

Arnot Health's cardiac rehabilitation program has been re-certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). >>

Arnot Health CT Scanning, MRI Services Accredited

Arnot Health's CT, MRI services received accreditation from the American College of Radiology, demonstrating a continued commitment to quality services for the community. >>

Arnot Health Sleep Disorders Center Will Welcome Guests at Open House

Guests can enjoy refreshments and tour the newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility during June 5 event. >>

FREE Skin Cancer Screening Scheduled at Arnot Health Falck Cancer Center

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Area residents 18 and older without a dermatologist can register now for a FREE skin cancer screening May 12. >>

Arnot Health to Host Blood Drive

Blood donors can give on the Arnot Ogden Medical Center campus May 16. >>

Blood Drive Planned to Honor Fallen NYS Trooper

NYS Trooper David Brinkerhoff gave his life to protect the people of New York. Now, you can give blood in his honor. >>

Arnot Health Auxiliary Recognized by State Organization

The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary has been recognized by HANYS for its commitment to patients. >>

Falck Cancer Center Volunteer Given Josh Palmer Fund Award

Dee Hoffman honored for her work with cancer patients. >>

Arnot Health Co-Sponsors Conference for Educators and Child Care Providers

Arnot Health Adds New Physicians

Dr. Sandra Rubio, MD, FACE, and Dr. Janusz Sosniak, MD have joined Arnot Health.  >>

Arnot Health Radiation Oncologist Joins Faculty at University of Rochester

Appointment won't take Joseph B. Krueger, MD, away from Twin Tiers patients. >>

Arnot Health Earns National Quality Respiratory Care Recognition

Arnot Health recognized via a national program that helps patients and families make  choices about respiratory care. >>

Heart and Vascular Institute Re-accredited for Echocardiography

Local program one of first 1,000 to receive prestigious certification. >>

Arnot Health Plans Wellness Day for Un- and Underinsured

Area residents with inadequate or no insurance can get a host of important health screenings free of charge. >>

Arnot Health on a QUEST for Quality and Safety

QUEST is a three-year program that connects  hospitals and health systems with the goal of developing and sharing best practices. >>

Arnot Health Sponsors Organ/Tissue Donation Awareness Night

Ira Davenport and Arnot Health Discuss Affiliation

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital has entered into an exclusive agreement with Arnot Health to explore affiliation opportunities. >>

Knee Program Receives Joint Commission Gold Seal

Arnot Health’s knee replacement program received the prestigious Gold Seal of Approval by The Joint Commission. >>

Arnot Health Offers Free Vascular Screenings

An informational seminar, required prior to receiving a free screening, will be held Thursday, January 24th, beginning at 6 p.m... >>

New Physicians Join Arnot Health

ELMIRA, NY — The following new physicians have recently joined Arnot Health: >>

Falck Cancer Center Collaborates with Rochester’s Wilmot Cancer Center

Elmira, NY - Falck Cancer Center has established an affiliation with the James P. Wilmot Community Oncology Network ... >>

New Physicians Join Arnot Health

ELMIRA, NY — The following new physicians have recently joined Arnot Health: >>

Medical Center Awarded Medal of Honor

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center was recently a recipient of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) distinguished Medal of Honor. >>

MRSA Information That is Easy to Understand

Fact Sheet: MRSA  (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) >>

Holiday Fair November 1st through 3rd

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary will host a holiday fair Thursday and Friday, November 1 and 2 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. >>

New Osteoporosis Treatment Available

ELMIRA, NY — The Infusion Center at Arnot Health is pleased to announce the approval of a new infusion medication for the treatment of post-menopausal osteoporosis. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Lab Accredited

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center Main Laboratory has been accredited by CAP ... >>

Healthy Generations at Elmira Southside

ELMIRA, NY — On October 10 and 11, 2007, Elmira Southside High School Seniors took a series of tests, but not the kind normally encountered in the high school classroom. Theirs consisted of blood pressure, body fat analysis, body mass index, a pulmonary/lung assessment, a cholesterol test and more. Why? Because of Healthy Generations, an innovative new program created for Elmira Southside focusing on sending students out into the world after graduation with a better understanding of the chronic health problems associated with obesity and educating young adults on how to initiate and maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent obesity

Free Cycling Clinic October 25

ELMIRA, NY — Thursday, October 25, 2007, the Arnot Health Human Motion Institute Physical Therapy Department will offer a Free Cycling Clinic entitle “Staying Fit on you Bicycle.” >>

Wellness Day for the Un- and Underinsured

ELMIRA, NY — Wednesday, October 24, 2007, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m., a Wellness Day for the Un- and Underinsured will be held at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health Offering Open MRI

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health now offers the area’s most advanced Open MRI system, combining a larger patient opening, for claustrophobic and obese patients. >>

16th Annual Children’s Miracle Network Golf Tournament

Click here for more information  >>

Arnot Health Transforming Care at the Bedside

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center has been selected as one of 68 hospitals nationwide to participate in a new patient care program, “Transforming Care at the Bedside.” There are currently 68 select facilities participating in the study. Study facilities were chosen based on unit staff workers’ backgrounds, leadership initiatives within each institution, currently hospital projects and location. Arnot Ogden Medical Center is one of only four hospitals in New York state chosen to participate in the program. >>

Memorial Gathering for Those Affected by Infant Death or Loss of Pregnancy

ELMIRA, NY — The Perinatal Bereavement Program will be hosting a memorial gathering, October 21, at 2 p.m. >>

Blood Drive Thursday, September 13

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health is in great need of willing blood donors for a blood drive Thursday, September 13, 2007 >>

Diabetes Education Program Recognized

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Health Diabetes Self-Management Education Program was recently awarded the prestigious American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Award >>

New Physicians Join Arnot Health

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health recently welcomed the following new physicians: >>

Walk from Obesity September 29

ELMIRA, NY — Saturday, September 29, 2007, the Arnot Health Bariatric Surgery Program will sponsor its second Walk from Obesity... >>

Wound Care Teaching Day Tuesday, September 25

For healthcare professionals interested in the care and principles of wound management, the Arnot Health Center for Wound Healing is sponsoring its Third Annual Wound Care Teaching Day. >>

School of Radiologic Technology Commencement

ELMIRA, NY — Wednesday, August 1, 2007, the Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology held its commencement exercises ... >>

Clergy Teaching Day September 26

ELMIRA, NY — Wednesday, September 26, 2007, from 8 a.m. to noon, Arnot Ogden Medical Center will host Clergy Teaching Day. >>

O’Mara Visits M.A.S.H. Camp

ELMIRA, NY — Students participating in M.A.S.H. Camp received a surprise visit from New York State Assemblyman Tom O’Mara Wednesday... >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Nationally Recognized for Stroke Care

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center is recognized in the July 23 issue of US News & World Report ... >>

Medical Center Honors Teen Volunteers

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center recognized its teenaged volunteers June 15 ... >>

New Physicians Join Arnot Health

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health welcomed the following new physicians in the month of July: >>

School of Nursing Commencement Held

ELMIRA, NY — Nine graduates participated in Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing’s 124rd commencement exercises, held June 22 at Appleridge in Horseheads, NY. >>

Blood Drive July 13

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health is in need of willing blood donors for a blood drive Friday, July 13, 2007 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Clute Building, Room 26, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. >>

Participants Needed for Research Study

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Health Clinical Research Department is currently conducting a research study of the investigational use of an approved medication for women ... >>

Walker Named AAP Fellow

ELMIRA, NY — Stacey A. Walker, M.D., has been named a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). >>

Arnot Health Offers Free Vascular Screenings

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health is offering free vascular screenings as part of their Dare to C.A.R.E. program. >>

Elementary Students Donate Blankets

ELMIRA, NY — Wednesday, June 13, students from Lindley-Presho Elementary School sent 131 blankets with notes of encouragement on their way to patients ... >>

Free HIV and Hepatitis C Testing

ELMIRA, NY—Chemung County Health Department in cooperation with Arnot Health and Southern Tier AIDS Program is offering free, Rapid HIV testing Monday, June 25. >>

New "Smart Pumps" Make Patients Safer

Elmira - Arnot Ogden Medical Center now has new technology to help eliminate mistakes by replacing intravenous drip machines with “smart pumps.” >>

Arnot Health Donates Medical Equipment

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health recently donated retired medical equipment, to serve hospitals, clinics and orphanages ... >>

CMN Broadcast this Saturday, Sunday

ELMIRA, NY — The 2007 Children’s Miracle Network Broadcast can be seen Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3 on WENY-TV Channel 36 and The CW Channel 2. >>

Volunteers Honored at Awards Dinner

ELMIRA, NY — Thursday, May 10, Arnot Health volunteers were honored at a special awards dinner, which took place at Elmira Country Club. >>

Student Artwork on Display at Southport AMS

ELMIRA, NY — Artwork by talented area students is on display at the AMS Office in Southport. >>

Arnot Health Free Skin Cancer Screenings

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health is offering a Free Health Screening for Skin Cancer on May 21, 2007 from 5-7 p.m. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Selects INX to Provide Wireless Network Solution

Elmira - As part of its mission to provide a more “patient-centric” healthcare system, Arnot Ogden Medical Center wanted to improve bedside collection of, and access to, patient medical information as well as allow patients to connect to the world outside of the facility. >>

Auxiliary Presents Medical Center with Gift

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary recently presented the Medical Center with a check for $125,000. >>

Employee Receives Outstanding Achievment Award

ELMIRA, NY — Greg Finch, M.S.W., L.M.S.W., Director of Medical Social Work, was recently presented with the Outstanding Achievement in Field Education Award. >>

Medical Center Honors Nurses

ELMIRA, NY — During National Nurses Week, Arnot Ogden Medical Center recognized the commitment and contributions nurses make to quality healthcare in America. >>

Arnot Aids in Software Grant for Elmira

ELMIRA, NY — Elmira has recently been selected to receive a grant due in part to the thought leading work being done by Arnot Health in clinical community connectivity >>

Hospital Week May 7 - 12

ELMIRA, NY — Before hospitals build healthy communities, they build trust. That’s the message organizers are touting with the 2007 National Hospital Week there “Care You Count On, People You Trust.” >>

Rehabilitation Offers Core Strengthening Class

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Health Human Motion Institute Rehabilitation Department will offer a class beginning May 24 entitled Strengthening Your Core for Improved Function.” >>

May is Stroke Month

ELMIRA, NY — Strokes don’t only happen to the very old, or the sick, or people who have a history of stroke.

Applications Being Accepted for M.A.S.H. Camp

ELMIRA, NY — Junior high school students have the opportunity to spend four days in the real world of hospital healthcare this summer through M.A.S.H. Camp, set for July 23 – 26, 2007  on the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Campus. >>

Vascular Institute Adds Location, Physicians

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center has seen significant, improvement and expansion of the Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute, growing technologically, in the number of patients served, in satellite locations offering cardiac services, and most recently, with the addition of new physicians that are key to continuing to offer our advanced, high quality heart and vascular care. >>

Volunteers From 14 to 91 Making a Difference at Medical Center

ELMIRA, NY — More than 350 volunteers, from age 14 to age 91, donate their time to perform countless tasks at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Clinical Research Program for Arthritis Sufferers

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health is conducting research that could help arthritis sufferers all over the world.  >>

Medical Center Recognized by IPRO

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center recently received a Certificate of Appreciation from Island Peer Review Organization (IPRO) for outstanding efforts in facilitating improved medical care in New York State. >>

Falck Offers New Cancer Fighting Technology

ELMIRA, NY — The Falck Cancer Center at Arnot Ogden Medical Center is now offering patients treatment using IGRT, or Image Guided Radiation Therapy. >>

Cooper Named AHA Regional Policy Board Delegate

ELMIRA, NY —Medical Center President and CEO Anthony Cooper was recently named as an American Hospital Association Regional Policy Board delegate for AHA Region 2. >>

Cancer Center Awarded ACRO Accreditation

ELMIRA, NY — The Falck Cancer Center at Arnot Ogden Medical Center was recently awarded a full three-year accreditation by The American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO) Practice Accreditation Program. >>

New Chairman Named to Board of Managers

ELMIRA, NY — Stephen J. Eberhard, MD, was recently named Chairman of the Board of Managers for Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Medical Center Receives Quality Respiratory Care Recognition

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR). >>

Auxiliary Recognized by HANYS

ELMIRA, NY — The Healthcare Association of New York (HANYS) recently presented the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary with a statewide Auxiliary Recognition Certificate. >>

American Diabetes Alert Day

ELMIRA, NY — Tuesday, March 27, 2007 is annual 19th American Diabetes Alert Day. Each year, the American Diabetes Association observes this one-day “wake-up” call to inform the public about the seriousness of diabetes, particularly when it is left undiagnosed or untreated. >>

Poison Prevention Week March 17 - 24

ELMIRA, NY — Every 30 seconds a child in the United States is poisoned, and more than half of these children are under the age of 6. >>

Free Seminar "Breaking Through The Age Barrier: Getting the Best Cancer Treatment"

ELMIRA, NY — Wednesday, March 28, 2007, “Breaking Through the Age Barrier: Getting the Best Cancer Treatment”. >>

Arnot Health Re-Accredited for Quality Bariatric Care

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health Bariatric Surgery Program recently received re-accreditation as a Bariatric Center of Excellence. >>

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

ELMIRA, NY — In Schuyler and Chemung counties, 14 people are diagnosed with cancer each week. Six more people will die from cancer during the same timeframe. >>

School of Nursing Information Day March 24

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing will hold an Information Session on Saturday, March 24, beginning at 10 a.m. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Receives Award from Medicare

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY has been awarded an incentive payment in excess of $47,000 for being among the top-performing hospitals in providing high-quality care as part of a three-year national Medicare pilot demonstration. This is the second year Arnot Ogden Medical Center is being recognized as a top performer. >>

Patient Safety Week March 4-10

ELMIRA, NY — In celebration of Patient Safety Awareness Week, Arnot Health is supporting the NPSFs efforts to highlight effective communication as a patient safety tool. >>

Arnot Health Joins 12 Weeks of Giving Campaign

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health has joined the national Workplace Partnership for Life 12 Weeks of Giving Campaign, a national campaign to register 400,000 new organ, eye and tissue donors over a 12-week period, ending March 19, 2007. The campaign brings together organizations to educate their employees about saving lives through donation. >>

Call for Blood Donors, March 23

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health will be holding a blood drive March 23, 2007 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Clute Building, Room 26, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. >>

Cancer Summit Held at Medical Center

ELMIRA, NY — A Summit for healthcare workers, community coalitions and partnerships addressing cancer screenings and preventions was held Friday at the Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health Welcomes New Physicians

ELMIRA, NY — The following physicians recently joined Arnot Health >>

Medical Center Honored at Stroke Conference

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center recently received the Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Initial Performance Achievement Award from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. >>

NICU Helps Families with "Street Signs"

ELMIRA, NY — Having a newborn in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) can be an emotional experience, and having to navigate a new place while visiting their child can add extra stress for parents. To make their NICU as family-friendly as possible, Arnot Ogden Medical Center recently installed “street signs” to make the new, expanded unit more inviting and easy to navigate. >>

Updated Closings/Cancellations

Elmira, NY - The following scheduled events and programs have been postponed due to heavy snow scheduled to hit our area. >>

Arnot Health Hosting Nursing Open House

Elmira, NY - Arnot Health will host a "Get To Know Us" Open House for RNs and Nursing Students, Thursday, March 1. >>

Newborns Get Special Welcome at Medical Center

ELMIRA, NY — Each baby is born in the Labor and Delivery Unit is announced with a new overhead tone. >>

Medical Center Named Cardiac Distinction Center

ELMIRA, NY - Arnot Ogden Medical Center was recently named a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. >>

Volunteers Exceed 87,000 Hours of Service

ELMIRA, NY — In 2006 Volunteers donated 87,859 hours of service to patients, visitors and staff at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Chimonas Earns Occupational Medicine Certification

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health and The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine are pleased to announce that Marc-Andre Chimonas, MD, has achieved certification by the American Board of Preventative Medicine in Occupational Medicine >>

Health Screenings Offered for Wal-Mart Employees

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health, as part of the Healthy Living Partnership, recently offered free health screenings to employees at Wal-Mart in Sayre, PA. >>

Free Clinic for Skiers, Snowboarders

ELMIRA, NY — Tuesday, February 22, 2006, at 6 p.m., a free injury prevention clinic is being offered, entitled “Ski Slopes, Peril or Pleasure.” >>

Kirkowski Celebrates 30 Years of Practice

John Kirkowski, D.O., recently celebrated his 30th year of medical practice in Canton, PA, where he is fondly known as “Dr. K.” He came to the town in November of 1976 and remained a resident for the first 14 years of his practice, after which time he moved to nearby Troy, PA with his wife Patricia and three children. >>

5 Million Lives Campaign

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health has joined the Institute for Healthcare Improvement’s (IHI) 5 Million Lives Campaign, in an effort to improve care and protect patients from 5 million incidents of medical harm. >>

Free CPR Training Event

The American Heart Association acknowledges that 80% of "out of hospital" cardiac arrests occur at home, leaving family or friends as the first responders to a life-threatening cardiac event. >>

Program Reduces Risk for Heart Disease

ELMIRA, NY — People with hypertension, high cholesterol or diabetes, who suffer from obesity, live a sedentary life, or suffer from other cardiac risk factors may benefit from the Heart and Vascular Institute’s Therapeutic Lifestyle Change program >>

Travel Medicine Services Now Available

ELMIRA, NY — The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine (COEM) and Arnot Health are pleased to announce the opening of a new Travel Medicine Clinic for the Twin Tiers community, located at 600 Ivy Street in Elmira. >>

Joint Replacement Patients Heal Faster with "Well Model"

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Health Human Motion Institute Joint Replacement Program has revamped their program and renovated their facilities for people undergoing joint replacement, focusing on the fact that while joint patients may be in the hospital, they aren’t sick. This “well model” program of care has most total joint patients walking out of the hospital after only three days. >>

New Service on Hold Due to NYS Report

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center voluntarily puts Sleep Disorder Center on hold until recommendations of the Commission on Health Care Facilities resolved. >>

WHALE Program Protects Children in Car Seats

ELMIRA, NY — Kiwanis Club of Southport, the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office and Arnot Health have joined together to bring the WHALE Child Safety Seat Occupant Identification Program to our area. >>

Recommendations for Elmira Hospitals

ELMIRA, NY - Commission recommends that Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph’s, undertake supervised discussions to explore affiliation. >>

Donors Sought for Dec. 5 Blood Drive

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health will be holding a blood drive December 5, 2006 at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, Clute Building, Room 26, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. >>

Bariatric Surgery Program Hosting Free Seminar

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Health Bariatric Surgery Program is hosting a Free Education Seminar Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 7 p.m. in the Binghamton Regency Hotel, One Sarbo Square Binghamton. >>

Medical Center Awarded Medal of Honor

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center was recently a recipient of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) distinguished Medal of Honor. >>

Arnot Health Welcomes New Physicians

ELMIRA, NY — A number of new physicians recently joined Arnot Health. >>

Flu Vaccination Clinic Dates Set

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health will be holding influenza vaccination clinics in November for the public.

Free Joint Replacement Seminar Tonight

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Health Human Motion Institute will host a Free Shoulder, Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Seminar, Monday, October 16, 2006 from 6 to 7 p.m. >>

Pastoral Department to host Clergy Teaching Day

ELMIRA, NY — October 10, 2006, from 8:30 a.m. until noon, the Arnot Health Department of Pastoral Care will host area clergy, Arnot Health employees and volunteers, and interested members of the public for its annual Clergy Teaching Day. >>

Grief Shared is Grief Diminished

ELMIRA, NY — The Perinatal Bereavement Program will be hosting a memorial gathering, “Grief Shared is Grief Diminished,” October 15. >>

First Walk from Obesity in Elmira a Success

ELMIRA, NY — Saturday, September 30, 2006, obesity sufferers, survivors, and the public turned out to participate in Walk from Obesity 2006 at Elmira’s Eldridge Park. Sponsored by Arnot Health and the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the event was held to raise public and professional awareness of the disease and raise funds to support obesity prevention, treatment and research. >>

Golf Tournament Raises Funds for CMN

ELMIRA, NY — Friday, September 22, one hundred forty-four golfers converged on Mark Twain Golf Course for the 15th annual Children’s Miracle Network Golf Tournament. >>

Arnot Health Encourages Prostate Screenings

ELMIRA, NY — September is set aside as National Prostate Cancer Awareness month. During this time, Arnot Health encourages men, particularly those over the age of 50, to learn more about the disease and to talk to their doctors about when to start preventative screening for what is the second most common form of cancer among men in the United States.   >>

Free Vascular Screenings Pass 500 Mark

ELMIRA, NY — To date, more than 500 people from across the area have registered for free vascular screenings through the Dare to C.A.R.E. program at the Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute. >>

Clinton’s Heart Surgeon Visits Arnot to Review Cases

ELMIRA, NY – Craig R. Smith, MD, Chief of Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons recently paid another visit to the Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute to consult with physicians.  >>

Arnot Health, Sullivan Trail Swim School Offer Aqua Fitness Classes

ELMIRA, NY — Beginning September 11, 2006, Arnot Health and the American Red Cross Sullivan Train Swim School will offer an affordable way to have fun and exercise at a reasonable cost, with a series of Aqua Fitness Classes. >>

Portrait In Honor of Dr. Boyd O. Wilson Unveiled

ELMIRA, NY — Friday, August 11, 2006 a painting in honor of the late Dr. Boyd, O. Wilson was unveiled in Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s Petrie Conference Center. >>

Thuraisamy Named Hospitalist Program Medical Director

ELMIRA, NY — Bharathi Thuraisamy, MD was recently appointed to the role of Medical Director of the Hospitalist Program at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Dr. Thuraisamy received her medical degree from Rajah Muthiab Medical College, Annamalai, India, and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Woodhull Hospital, Brooklyn, NY. >>

Arnot Health Physician Featured at National Healthcare Conference

ELMIRA, NY — Dr. Patricia Meinhardt, Executive Medical Director of the Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, and author of the website “Ergonomics in Healthcare,” was featured as the keynote speaker at a conference examining the pervasive ergonomic injury problem in the healthcare industry, a problem that affects 1.8 million workers each year and is responsible for $1 of every $3 spent on workers’ compensation in the United States. >>

Arnot Medical Services Welcomes New Physician

ELMIRA, NY — The medical staff at Arnot Medical Services and Arnot Ogden Medical Center is pleased to welcome Taryn Draxler, MD. Dr. Draxler specializes in Internal Medicine and will practice at 602 Ivy Street, Elmira and 100 John Roemmelt Drive, Horseheads. >>

Arnot Medical Services Welcomes Med-Peds Specialist

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Medical Services is pleased to welcome new physician, Stacey Walker, MD, who specialized in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Dr. Walker will join family medicine physicians Timothy Baxter, MD and Marianne Everett, DO in the AMS practice located at 1141 Broadway, Elmira. The office was recently expanded by 40% to accommodate the strong demand for primary care services in the Southport area, including demand for combined internal medicine and pediatric care >>

Arnot Receives Stroke Achievement Award

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center was recently recognized by the American Heart Association as a Participating “Get With The Guidelines” Stroke Hospital. American Heart Association representative Sheree Murphy presented the staff of the Stroke Team at Arnot Ogden Medical Center with a plaque in honor of their achievement. >>

Arnot Health Sponsors Walk from Obesity

ELMIRA, NY — Saturday, September 30, the Arnot Health Bariatric Surgery Program will sponsor Walk from Obesity, as part of a series of annual races held to promote obesity research and raise professional and public awareness of the disease. Walk from Obesity is a half-mile or one-mile walk and will be held at Eldridge Park in Elmira. >>

School of Radiologic Technology holds Graduation

ELMIRA, NY — Five graduates participated in Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology’s 49th annual commencement exercises, held August 2, 2006. >>

Arnot Health to Host Free Running Clinic

ELMIRA – Due to the success of the Arnot Health Human Motion Institute Physical Therapy Department’s Free Running Clinic in June, another Free Running Clinic will be held Wednesday, August 9, 2006, from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will take place on the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Campus in the Ivy II Medical Office Building, 602 Ivy Street, in the Physical Therapy department. >>

Joint Commission Re-Accredits Medical Center

ELMIRA, NY - Thursday, July 13th, 2006, following an unannounced accreditation survey, the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations fully accredited Arnot Ogden Medical Center for another three years. >>

M.A.S.H. Camp Offers Hands-on Exposure to Healthcare

ELMIRA, NY — July 24 through 27, 2006 twenty-two area 8th and 9th grade students donned their scrubs and dove into the world of hospital healthcare at Arnot Ogden Medical Center through M.A.S.H. Camp. >>

Arnot Health Expands Catheterization, Electrophysiology Services With New Lab

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center recently opened its new Catheterization Lab, located in the Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute, representing another step forward in the way Arnot Health provides local access to advanced medical services. >>

Tips During Excessive Heat

ELMIRA, NY — As the current weather forecast predicts several days of extreme heat and the potential for power outages continues, we would like to provide the following Quick Tips: >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Honors Volunteers

ELMIRA, NY — Seventy-nine volunteers were honored for their service at Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s Volunteer Awards Dinner, held recently at the Elmira Country Club.  >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Honors Teen Volunteers

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center recognized its teenaged volunteers June 14 with an awards ceremony and dinner. This year, 50 teen volunteers were recognized for a total of 3,763 hours of service in 2005. >>

Arnot Ogden School of Nursing Holds Graduation

ELMIRA, NY — Eight graduates participated in Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing’s 123rd commencement exercises, held June 23 at Appleridge in Horseheads, NY. >>

M.A.S.H. Camp Offers Exposure to Healthcare

ELMIRA, NY— Junior high school students have the opportunity to spend four days in the real world of hospital healthcare this summer. >>

Arnot Health Receives State Grant

ELMIRA, NY- Arnot Health recently was awarded $ 222,918 for a Health Information Technology grant from New York State. >>

Arnot Nurses Receive Regional Excellence Award

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health nurses Susan Gosden and Julie Lynch were awarded the Carolyn Britton Nursing Excellence Award by Professional Nurses District #3. >>

Arnot Health to Host Free Running Clinic

ELMIRA – Summer activities and sports can increase wear and tear and take a toll on the human body. To educate the public and prevent unnecessary motion-related injuries, The Arnot Health Human Motion Institute will host a Free Running Clinic on Wednesday, June 7, 2006, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Horseheads Medical Office Building at 100 John Roemmelt Drive in Horseheads. >>

Arnot Health to Host Free Bone Density Screenings

ELMIRA – Arnot Health will host Free Bone Density Screenings on Tuesday, May 23 and Wednesday, May 24, beginning at 5 p.m. each night in the Health Center for Women. >>

Obstetric Nurse Awarded Scholarship

ELMIRA – Rebecca Fears, BSN, an obstetric nurse for Arnot Health, recently became the 17th recipient of the Helen Scollon Nursing Award. The award, given since 1989, will help Fears advance her nursing education. >>

Arnot Health a Race for the Cure Sponsor

ELMIRA, NY — Sunday, May 21, 2006 the Komen Twin Tiers Race for the Cure® will take place in Elmira, NY.  For more information or to register visit http://www.twintiersrace.org/ >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Earns National Quality Respiratory Care Recognition

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Ogden Medical Center has earned Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR) under a national program aimed at helping patients and families make informed decisions about the quality of the respiratory care services available in hospitals. Only about 500 hospitals or approximately 10% of hospitals in the United States have received this award. >>

Arnot Health Granted IACET Provider Status

ELMIRA, NY —Arnot Ogden Medical Center has recently been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). IACET’s mission is to enhance quality in continuing education and training through research, education and standard setting. Arnot Ogden Medical Center is now authorized to offer IACET Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) for all current training programs that meet the IACET criteria, as well as any programs created during the next five years that meet the criteria. >>

Hoffman to Represent Hudson Valley/Adirondack Region for Healthcare Executives

ELMIRA NY —Rich Hoffman, MHA, FACHE, Executive Director at Arnot Ogden Medical Center, has been selected as an interim member to the Council of Regents, the legislative body of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). >>

Arnot Health Website Listed by Interpol

The Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine website, http://www.waterhealthconnection.org/, is listed on Interpol's Bio-Terrorism Prevention Resource Centre. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary Honored

ELMIRA, NY — The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary was a recipient of the Healthcare Association of New York State’s (HANYS) 2006 Auxiliary Advocacy Award. >>

Bariatric Program Recognized for Quality

ELMIRA, NY — Arnot Health received designation as a Bariatric Center of Excellence from the American Society for Bariatric Surgery.  >>

Radiology Department Reaccredited for Mammography

ELMIRA - The Radiology Department at Arnot Ogden Medical Center has been reaccredited for mammography services. >>

Arnot Health First in Region with PET/CT Technology

ELMIRA - On January 17, Arnot Ogden Medical Center became the first in the region to offer PET/CT imaging technology. >>

Huffner Named Medical Center VP of Medical Affiars

ELMIRA – William E. Huffner, MD, was recently named as Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s VP of Medical Affairs. >>

Medical Center Auxiliary Completes $500K Pledge

ELMIRA - A check for $35,000, signifying the hospital auxiliary’s final installment in its $500,000 pledge to the capital building campaign, was recently presented to Arnot Ogden Medical Center President and CEO Tony Cooper. >>

Arnot Health Launches ’Back to Sleep’ Campaign

ELMIRA — Beginning Jan. 1, all discharged newborns from Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s Perinatal Unit will take home a free T-shirt, part of Arnot Health’s new “Back to Sleep” campaign. >>

Bariatric Surgery Named ’Program of Excellence’

ELMIRA — Arnot Health recently received designation as a Bariatric Surgery Program of Medical Excellence from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. >>

Arnot Health Performs Well on Report

ELMIRA, NY--The NYS Department of Health released its 2001-2003 Coronary Artery Bypass report. In 2003, Arnot Ogden Medical Center had below average mortality rates. >>

Don’t Let Halloween Turn into a Nightmare

ELMIRA — With more than half of the nation’s traffic fatalities over Halloween weekend related to alcohol, Arnot Health reminds party-goers to always designate a sober driver. >>

New Delivery Christens New Unit’s Opening

ELMIRA, NY — Within hours of construction workers putting the finishing touches on Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s new Labor and Delivery Unit, Caleb Milles-Robinson became the first baby to be delivered on the new unit. >>

Dealing With Grief and Loss Program

ELMIRA, NY—The Perinatal Bereavement Program at Arnot Ogden Medical Center will be hosting a memorial gathering, “Grief Shared is Grief Diminished,” Sunday, October 16. >>

Komen Foundation to Present Speakers Dinner

ELMIRA — “A Woman’s Journey to Better Breast Health” will be presented on Thursday Oct. 13 at the Wings of Eagles Discover Center in Horseheads. >>

NICU to Host "Graduate" Reunion

ELMIRA, NY—Parents, siblings and graduates of Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) are invited to a reunion. >>

School of Nursing to Present US Constitution Program

ELMIRA – The School of Nursing will present a learning luncheon on the U.S. Constitution on Friday, Sept. 16, at noon. >>

Hurricane Relief Volunteers Learn CPR

ELMIRA, NY-The local chapter of The Salvation Army has teamed with Arnot Health to provide CPR training for a group of volunteers headed south to aid Hurricane Katrina victims. >>

Cardiac Rehab Receives National Certification

ELMIRA – Arnot Health’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program has been awarded certification by the America Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). >>

Two Join Board of Managers

ELMIRA—The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Board of Managers recently added two new members, Mark Hagan and Michael Hosey. >>

Schweizer Pavilion Dedicated

ELMIRA—Arnot Health’s new, three-story building at the intersection of Grove and Ivy Streets has been officially dedicated the "Schweizer Pavilion." >>

Arnot Health Earns NYS Stroke Center Designation

ELMIRA, NY — The New York State Department of Health has granted the area's first Stroke Center designation to Arnot Ogden Medical Center. >>

Arnot Health Launches Redesigned Web Site

ELMIRA—Arnot Health recently launched a new web site, containing more information, online services and a much-needed facelift. >>

New Day to Offer Postpartum Yoga Class

ELMIRA, NY—New Day Professional Massage and Acupuncture will offer a Postpartum Yoga Class on Fridays from Aug. 5 through Sept. 9. >>

Arnot Ogden School of Nursing Graduates 14

ELMIRA, NY—Van Etten’s Jennifer Schneider led the Arnot Ogden Medical Center School of Nursing’s list of award recipients during the school's recent graduation ceremony.  >>

Bonnie Faulkner Earns 200-hour Yoga Certification

ELMIRA, NY—Bonnie M. Faulkner, a Yoga instructor for New Day Professional Massage and Acupuncture, recently earned certification as a Kripalu Yoga teacher at the 200-hour level. >>

New Day Massage and Acupuncture Offers Prenatal Yoga Class

ELMIRA, NY— Beginning August 4, New Day Massage and Acupuncture will hold two prenatal yoga classes. >>

Arnot Medical Services Welcomes Dr. Joseph Mathey

ELMIRA, NY - Arnot Medical Services is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Joseph Mathey, who officially joined the provider network on July 25. >>

Butters Joins New Day Staff

ELMIRA, NY -New Day Professional Massage, Acupuncture and Skin Care welcomes acupuncturist... >>

Full-Service Coffee, Espresso Kiosk Opens in Arnot Ogden Medical Center Lobby

ELMIRA—On Monday, June 27, Java City will open a full-service coffee and espresso kiosk in Arnot Ogden Medical Center’s main lobby. >>

Arnot Ogden Medical Center Honors Volunteers’ Time

ELMIRA – For reaching milestones of volunteer service to the Medical Center, 73 volunteers were honored at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center Volunteer Awards Dinner on May 19.

Arnot Health Renames Cardiovascular Program

ELMIRA - Arnot Health announced today the name change of the Finger Lakes Heart Institute to the Arnot Health Heart and Vascular Institute. >>

Arnot Health’s Childbirth Education Series Continues in 2005

ELMIRA, NY— Arnot Health hosts a variety of Childbirth Educational programs each month. >>

Arnot Health Auxiliary Honored

ELMIRA, NY - The Arnot Ogden Medical Center Auxiliary was a recipient of HANYS’s 2004 Auxiliary Advocacy Award. >>

Martyak Named Interim VP of Medical Affairs