Mohawk Valley Health System

Colorectal cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S. and the second leading cause of cancer death. However, with regular screenings and if caught early, it is highly treatable with many new advancements in surgical treatment available. Jonathan Stahl, MD, is one of a few colorectal surgeons in the Utica, Rome and surrounding areas who specializes in colorectal diseases and treatment, including the NICE procedure and minimally-invasive robotic surgery. In the first of this three-part video series, Dr. Stahl explains what colorectal disease is and when you might consider consulting with a colorectal surgeon. #ColorectalCancer #ColorectalHealth #RoboticSurgery #CancerScreening #MinimallyInvasiveSurgery

Focusing on weight loss and wellness during the holidays can be challenging. Our support group is here to help you stay on track this season with great advice and a live cooking demonstration featuring a healthy holiday-ready recipe! Everyone is welcome to attend! Whether you’re beginning your weight loss journey, considering or navigating bariatric surgery or just looking for ways to stay healthy this holiday season. Tuesday, November 18 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Soggs Room, MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, located at 1650 Champlin Ave in Utica. RSVPs are required, click the link to learn more and reserve your seat: https://ow.ly/nL0s50Xt4av

📣 We are excited to announce that we now have a Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic at our Faxton Campus! Domenic Aiello, MD, tells us all about the new clinic, what kind of patients he sees and how to learn more. https://ow.ly/XmLy50XpxSn

Join us for the Inaugural Diabetes Conference presented by the MVHS Diabetes Fellowship Program! This free, full-day educational event brings together regional experts in diabetes care and is open to providers at all levels including MD/DOs, NPs, PAs, residents and medical students, pharmacists, RNs and other allied health professionals. Topics include: ✔️ Diabetes management ✔️ Complications and comorbidity of diabetes ✔️ Lifestyle modification and patient education ✔️ Ask the experts panel with local diabetes and endocrinology providers ✔️ A technology workshop, and more! Event details: 📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025 ⏰ 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 🏢 Utica National Building This conference has been developed in partnership with MVHS Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic, CNY Diabetes Education Program, Bassett Healthcare Network and Slocum-Dickson Medical Group. Registration is required — reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/9FEH50XpY71 #DiabetesConference #DiabetesEducation #HealthcareProfessionals #ProviderEducation

Mary Wilde, coordinator of The Jared Box Project for First Presbyterian Church in Whitesboro, and parishioner, Barb Hallenbeck, recently delivered 31 Jared Boxes prepared and donated by parish members. 💚 Our pediatric patients LOVE receiving these thoughtful gifts during their stay at the Wynn Hospital! Mary, a former public health nurse, shared that she understands the importance of providing comfort and support to children in the hospital – and we couldn’t agree more. Thank you to everyone who helped make this special donation possible!

Meet Alexandra Pellecchia, MD, who has joined our new Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic, located at our Faxton Campus. 🤩 Learn more about endocrinology and get to know Dr. Pellecchia! https://ow.ly/USA050XpxQZ

This week, a group from St. Matthew's Temple came to the Breast Care Center to donate wigs for our patients. Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness! 💗 #BreastCare #WigDonation #CommunitySupport #KindnessMatters

We continue to surprise our MVHS providers, nurses and staff with reviews! 🤩 Watch Jessica Tuttle, RN, read her Five-Star Review from a patient! For more Five-Star reviews and employee recognition: https://ow.ly/biQj50Xowc4 #HealthcareHeroes #PatientCare #5StarReviews #EmployeeRecognition #HealthcareExcellence

Join us for the Inaugural Diabetes Conference presented by the MVHS Diabetes Fellowship Program! This free, full-day educational event brings together regional experts in diabetes care and is open to providers at all levels including MD/DOs, NPs, PAs, residents and medical students, pharmacists, RNs and other allied health professionals. Topics include: ✔️ Diabetes management ✔️ Complications and comorbidity of diabetes ✔️ Lifestyle modification and patient education ✔️ Ask the experts panel with local diabetes and endocrinology providers ✔️ A technology workshop, and more! Event details: 📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025 ⏰ 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 🏢 Utica National Building This conference has been developed in partnership with MVHS Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic, CNY Diabetes Education Program, Bassett Healthcare Network and Slocum-Dickson Medical Group. Registration is required — reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/KNQ750XpY73 #DiabetesConference #DiabetesEducation #HealthcareProfessionals #ProviderEducation

This Veterans Day, we proudly recognize the veterans in our community – and among our staff – who have selflessly served our nation. Your commitment to others continues to inspire us every day.