It is estimated that nearly nine million patients per year participate in a physical or occupational therapy program. Yet many remain unfamiliar with these therapies and are led astray by misconceptio...
With any major surgery, healing requires the proper postsurgical care. This is especially true when it comes to any surgery of the neck, back and spine. Whether you are recovering from a stroke, tumor...
Three Carthage High School Students, One Beaver River Student Selected The Carthage Area Hospital Foundation and its Board of Directors are pleased to announce the 2019 recipients of the Dr....
Carthage Area Hospital to Place Clinic Next to Assisted Living Facility The first phase of Carthage Area Hospital’s new campus project began this week. Construction started with a new road be...
The time has finally come that you and your partner have been dreaming about for a while – starting a family. You've assessed your financial situation, prepared room in your home and are ready to st...
In the United States alone, roughly 53 million adults have been diagnosed with arthritis, making it the country’s top cause of disability. What’s even more concerning is that the number of people...
It’s estimated that over 30 million children visit the emergency room every year in the United States alone. From broken bones and concussions to sudden illnesses, a trip to the ER is bound to be st...
Health Screenings, Valuable Education, Free Lunch Provided by Carthage Hospital North Country residents are invited to Carthage Area Hospital’s 5th Annual Community Health Fair. The...
What is Occupational Therapy? What does it mean if you’ve been referred for occupational therapy? Occupational therapy, commonly abbreviated as OT, is designed to help people who have an injury,...
Decoding Your Elbow Pain When your elbow hurts, sometimes it can be hard to pinpoint why and decide whether you should see a doctor or not. Because the elbow is a complex joint made from bones, tis...
After a Diagnosis of Spinal Stenosis A diagnosis of spinal stenosis comes with a lot of questions, and for some, uncertainty about the future. But this painful condition doesn’t have to stop you...
Written and submitted by: Michaela Dozier, LPN My name is Michaela Dozier and I currently work for Meadowbrook Terrace. I have been employed here for 3 years now. I started in April 2016 as a...
Dr. Zulick Joins Carthage Area Hospital’s Medical Staff Carthage Area Hospital is pleased to welcome Board Certified General Surgeon, Dr. Lewis C. Zulick, M.D., M.M.M., FACS to its medical staff...
Written and Submitted by: Joyce Wilder, CNM | Maternity/OBGYN To celebrate Nurses Week, Carthage Area Hospital asked a few of their nurses to share their inspiring stories. Here’s one from Joyce...
Written and Submitted by: Dawn DeGroat, LPN | LaFargeville School Based Health Center To celebrate Nurses Week, Carthage Area Hospital asked a few of their nurses to share their inspiring stories....
Carthage Hospital Auxiliary Annual Meeting Set for April 25th The Carthage Area Hospital Auxiliary will hold its Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 25th, 2019 at 7pm at the West Carthage Municipal B...
Dr. Gutman Joins Carthage Area Hospital’s Medical Staff Carthage Area Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. David M. Gutman, M.D., F.A.C.G. to its medical staff as a gastroenterologist, effectiv...
Written and submitted by Carl Petitto, OT/L, CHT, Carthage Therapy Services Occupational Therapists (OTs) in the United States and around the world help people to regain independence in their daily...
Years ago, giving birth was often a one-size-fits-all experience. Today, that's no longer true, and at Carthage Area Hospital we're committed to offering a variety of options to help expectant mothers...
Did you know that the kidneys play a major role in your well-being? To help raise awareness about these essential organs and how to keep them healthy, March has been designated National Kidney Month....
From broken bones to chest pains, some injuries and symptoms can't wait. In these cases, it's important to seek care at your nearest emergency room. But the care needed for medical emergencies doesn't...