Albany Med Health System

06/01/2026

In recognition of National Trauma Survivors Day, Albany Medical Center’s Adult and Pediatric Trauma Programs invited trauma survivors and their families to celebrate their recovery. The inaugural event honored the 4,500 trauma cases that come through the region’s only Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center each year and the medical professionals who care for them.

Four survivors spoke about their experiences and thanked members of their care team.

Mary Edwards, MD, division chief of pediatric surgery and the medical director of the pediatric trauma program, told the survivors they are why the trauma team does what they do, and thanked them for returning to campus, saying, “You show us that what we do, it matters.”

Trauma Survivors Network

05/30/2026

May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to learn the warning signs of stroke and BE FAST when every second counts. As a Comprehensive Stroke Center, Albany Medical Center is committed to delivering advanced, high quality, compassionate stroke care. Choosing a comprehensive stroke center often leads to the best outcomes following a stroke.

https://www.albanymed.org/news/albany-medical-center-receives-comprehensive-stroke-center-designation/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSFbPdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFvSXk1MUl0V3NQMzJicnZBc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvEWrebROt1mz32zP_nHDNXe_ge0MeDjrwsiQQ-bMU69u5tW0qapOcRyhG8X_aem_y2cdmPrSQ7Hk8Pa7Wy_qZQ

05/29/2026

Two years ago, Albany Medical Center was the first hospital in upstate New York to implant a device intended to improve stroke patients’ upper limb mobility. Since then, 25 Albany Med patients have received the Vivistim device, reporting measurable gains in hand and arm function. Additional occupational therapists have been trained to help patients work with the device in both Albany and Glens Falls – expanding the program to benefit even more patients throughout the Albany Med Health System.

In a first in upstate New York, Albany Medical Center has implanted a device intended to improve arm and hand function in patients who have experienced a debilitating stroke.

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the brave people who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.

05/22/2026

Our team of more than 280 runners and walkers was honored as the largest team at the 2026 CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge. At the race held Thursday in Albany, our staff members completed a 3.5-mile course through Washington Park. The System team included students and staff from Albany Medical College, Albany Medical Center, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses. Great job by all!

05/19/2026

Six extraordinary nurses. More than 150 years of combined service. One shared commitment to compassionate, exceptional care. During Nurses Week, Albany Medical Center honored six recipients with the 2026 Pillars of Nursing Excellence Awards, the hospital’s highest honor for nursing. Chosen from more than 60 nominations, these nurses exemplify our vision of being the first choice in patient experience, quality, and clinical excellence. Congratulations to: Mikaela Estey, RN, Rachael Gardner, APRN, FNP, Robin Gray, NP, Stephen Jones, NP, Adiza Omar, ADN, CMSRN, and Colleen Savage, NP.

Six nurses from Albany Medical Center were recognized as "Pillars of Nursing" for outstanding patient care, leadership, and dedication.

05/15/2026

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and in partnership with Albany Center Gallery, Albany Medical Center’s Department of Psychiatry unveiled “The Joys Around Us,” a new mural inside 2 Clara Barton Drive in Albany. The mural, by local artist Jade Warrick aka TrashKiD Art, features imagery of Albany and reflects the community’s joy, care, and strength.

05/15/2026

Vascular surgeon Dr. Clem Darling will join WAMC Northeast Public Radio’s Medical Monday program Monday to answer listeners’ questions. Tune in at 2 p.m. at 90.3 FM, 1400 AM, or at http://www.wamc.org. To ask Dr. Darling a question during the show, call WAMC at 1-800-348-2551 or email [email protected].

05/12/2026

In a medical first, Albany Medical Center surgeons are using a new, artificial intelligence-driven surgical platform to perform complex brain tumor surgeries more safely and efficiently than ever before. Medtronic’s Stealth AXiS Surgical System uses AI to map out critical neural pathways before, during, and after these intricate procedures. We’re proud to bring this advanced technology to our community, enhancing the patient experience, quality, and clinical excellence for patients requiring brain surgery.

https://www.albanymed.org/news/first-to-use-ai-powered-surgical-system-to-refine-complex-brain-surgery/

05/08/2026

As our Cares for Kids Radiothon wraps up, we're excited to announce a grand total of more than $327,300 raised for our Bernard & Millie Duker Children's Hospital! We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of our community that helps us make a difference for thousands of children across the region!