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from the Publisher Central new York Publisher: Richard Keene Richard Keene Publisher Central New York RKEENE@MDNEwS.CoM (315) 446-8331 t Managing Editor: Steve Barrett for reading the January/February issue of MD News. Once again, we examine the world-class health care available right here in Central New York. h A n k yo u v e ry M u c h Our cover story features the heart disease specialists at the New York Heart Center. The New York Heart Center is utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging scans that expose patients to the lowest possible levels of radiation. It is the only medical facility in Central New York providing in-house, low-dose coronary CT angiography (CCTA) with calcium scoring, low-radiation positron emission tomography (PET) and UltraSPECT���s half-dose, half-time radiation processing for single-photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT) imaging. We are fortunate to have such cutting-edge diagnostic technology right here in our backyard. In another feature story, we cover the pathology and lab services offered by UHS in the Binghamton market. These services are gaining attention regionally, nationally and internationally, based on the organization���s reputation for quality and the case studies researched by the lab���s Medical Director, Jagmohan Sidhu, M.D. Dr. Sidhu and Broome Oncology���s Ronald Harris, D.O., have been organizing a hematology/hematopathology symposium in Greater Binghamton for the past seven years, attracting well-known lecturers from the University of Rochester, Upstate Medical University, Albany Medical Center, Roswell Park Cancer Institute and elsewhere. Also in this issue, Jerry Hoffman, Executive Vice President of the Onondaga County Medical Society, comments on the uncertain future of health care. Financial challenges that face our state and nation can significantly impact physicians and, therefore, patient care. Hoffman points out that this is a situation in which all physicians��� voices need to be heard. Sitting on the sidelines is no longer an option. Once again, I would like to thank all those who come together to create our magazine. Here at MD News, we are dedicated to delivering an engaging reader experience, one with real local relevance. In each issue, we highlight distinguished and accomplished physicians and practice groups. We also provide updates on the latest medical studies, pointers for managing your practice and a unique look at what is happening in the local medical community. We love to receive nominations for cover stories, news within your organization and feedback on articles. I also suggest that you visit www.mdnews.com to discover a wonderful resource for health care marketing. We are here to serve the physician and health care community. Enjoy your issue of MD News, Richard Keene 4 | Central New York MD News ��� mdNewS.com Photographer: Chuck Wainwright Contributing Writers: Brian Balash, Gerald Hoffman, John Netti President and Chief Executive Officer: Charles DallAcqua Chief Marketing Officer: Jason Skinner Chief Technology Officer: Chris Rushing Vice President, B2B Brand Development: Carrie Dierks Vice President of Sales: Robert Philips In Memoriam: Robert J. Brennan, Founder Account Manager: Drew Smith Creative Director : Eric Jackson Designer : Aimee Burchard Creative Services : Michael Ferguson, Lisa Hill, Travis Knight, Maggie Neff, Kimmi Patterson, Michael Simmons, David Smith, Julie Van Valkenburg Production: Allison Fincher, Kelsey McAuliffe Financial Services: April Charlton, Doug Condra Audience Development: Mitzi Brock, Debbie Dodski MD News is published by true North custom media 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite 1 Chattanooga, TN 37411 (423) 266-3234 | www.truenorthcustom.com Although every precaution is taken to ensure accuracy of published materials, MD News cannot be held responsible for opinions expressed or facts supplied by its authors. Copyright 2013, True North Custom Media. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. PoStmaSteR: Please send notices on Form 3579 to 5600 Brainerd Road, Suite 1, Chattanooga, TN 37411. advertise in MD News For more information about advertising in the MD News Central New York edition, call Publisher Richard Keene at (315) 446-8331 or e-mail rkeene@mdnews.com. contact information Send press releases and all other information related to this local edition of MD News to rkeene@mdnews.com. 05-820 05-731