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CAPITAL REGION CANCER COMMUNITY
RESOURCE GUIDE
Provided by the Capital Region
Cancer Services Consortium
Last revised 5/3/2006
Mission Statement:
The Capital Region Cancer Services Consortium
will increase the awareness, availability, and accessibility of programs
and services that are available to those touched by cancer. This
includes cancer patients, survivors, care givers, family members, friends,
and healthcare providers. To accomplish this, members of the consortium
will work collaboratively in an effort to better serve the community.
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* Agencies listed with an asterisk (*) provide various services
and can be found listed under multiple categories.
[For more detail on the resources listed and additional resources,
contact the American Cancer Society Hotline at (800) 227-2345
or visit their website at www.cancer.org].
Contact Aaryne Strand at the Albany Law Clinic and Justice Center
for updates or copies at (518) 445-2328.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADVOCACY
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CAMPS
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CARE GIVERS
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CHILD CARE
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HOUSING
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LEGAL
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SERVICE PROVIDERS
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SUPPORT/RESOURCES
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TRANSPORTATION
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UNINSURED / UNDER-INSURED
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VOLUNTEERS
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WEBSITES
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RESOURCES
ADVOCACY
Centro Civico
143 East Main Street
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-3762
The mission of Centro Civico, a Latino organization with the ability to generate unique services for
all cultures, is to educate the community and act as a vehicle for self-sufficiency and growth.
Neighborhood Health Advocate Program in W est Hill
553 Clinton Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 465-2703
www.cfcr.org/nhap
Through the assistance of lay advocates from participating faith-based communities, W est Hill
seniors will access needed health and social services. This program does not replace any
existing services, but it will enhance the utilization of such services by W est Hill seniors and their
care givers.
CAMPS
Adirondack Camp Comfort
The C.R. W ood Cancer Center at Glens Falls
102 Park Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 926-6620
www.glensfallshospital.org
Camping experience for those affected by cancer. Geared for children and teens ages 6-17. Held
at Double “H” Hole in the W oods Ranch.
Bravehearts (an oncology camp for women)
Karen Haag, President
249 Georgetown Court
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 454-2064
Offering women dealing with cancer a variety of weekend retreats to suit their needs and
interests. Camp Bravehearts offers 5 different camping weekends a year.
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Cindy’s Comfort Camp
Double “H” Hole in the W oods Ranch
Lake Luzerne, NY
(518) 926-6515
For Children and teens ages 6-17 years who have experienced the death or serious illness of a
parent or close relative. Meets one weekend each Spring and Fall: The 2006 Dates are May 1921 and October 13-15.
Pre-Registration is required.
Cindy’s Retreat
Contact: Karen Cook, LMSW
(518) 926-6619
For women with cancer offering support through a variety of activities to explore the impact of
cancer and skills for survivorship. Meets one weekend each Spring and Fall at Silver Bay on
Lake George: 2006 dates: April 28-30 and September 29 – October 1 st. Pre-registration is
Required.
Double H Ranch
97 Hidden Valley Road
Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
(518) 696-5676
www.doublehranch.org
Double H Ranch provides an outdoor Adirondack Adventure for children ages 6-16 who have a
chronic or life threatening illness through its residential summer camp program and the off-season
Adaptive Ski Program.
CARE GIVERS
* American Cancer Society
260 Osborne Road
Loudonville, NY 12211
(800) 227-2345
www.cancer.org
“I Can Cope” education series. Sessions designed to aid cancer patients and care givers as they
gain a greater understanding of the diagnosis, treatment, wellness and resources available. Held
in various locations.
The Caregiver Connection of Senior Services of Albany
(518) 465-1398
Care givers Respite Program
100 Slingerlands Street
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 449-2001
Assistance to in-home care givers of patients. Respite care in the home, at a daycare for adults,
or adult home.
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Haven (grief counseling)
The Jay Schechter House
703 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 370-1666
Program offering support and/or services to those who are grieving or have experienced the
death of a loved one. Serving parents, guardians, teens and children ages 4-18. One-on-one
counseling also available.
CHILD CARE - No listings
HOUSING
Albany Housing Coalition, Inc.
278 Clinton Avenue
Albany, NY 12210
(518) 465-5251
Albany Housing Coalition, Inc.
684 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 465-2905
LEGAL
Albany Law School Clinical Legal Studies
80 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 445-2328
www.als.edu
The Legal Clinic consists of five programs that provide free legal services to eligible low income
individuals and families for a variety of legal issues involving health law, domestic violence, low
income taxpayer assistance, civil rights and disabilities and unemployment benefits. The Health
Law program provides direct legal services to individuals and families affected by chronic medical
conditions, including cancer, who live in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady Counties.
Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY
55 Colvin Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 462-6765
(800) 462-2922
www.legal-aid.org
Offers free or reduced cost legal services for cancer patients as well as low income families and
homeless people.
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Empire Justice Center
119 W ashington Avenue
Albany, NY 12210
(518) 462-6831
www.empirejustice.org
SERVICE PROVIDERS
Abracadabra Boutique (wigs and headwear, mastectomy products)
To Life!
Mollie W ilmot Radiation Oncology Center
Saratoga Hospital
211 Church Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
To Life!
410 Kenwood Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
By appointment at both locations (518) 439-5975
www.ToLife.org
The Delmar boutique provides a private and non-clinical environment in which to try on a large
selection of light weight breast prostheses, post-surgical camisoles, lovely bras, lingerie, scarves
and hats. W e carry many styles and colors of beautiful wigs. The Saratoga boutique provides
wig and headwear services only. Licensed hairstylists will cut hair and style wigs obtained at
either location. W e participate with many area insurers. Please call for an appointment to assure
receiving the attention you deserve.
Albany Medical Center Radiation Oncology
43 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 262-3368
Albany Medical Center
Morrell Center for Childhood Cancer & Blood Disorders
43 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 262-5513
Associates in Mental Health
2310 Nott Street East
Niskayuna, NY 12309
(518) 372-6080
Caring Together (ovarian cancer)
167 W inne Road
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 475-1139
Offering support to individuals and those affected by ovarian cancer.
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The Community Hospice
www.communityhospice.org
Community Hospice serves seriously ill people and their families during the process of dying and
grieving and enhance quality of life with comprehensive, compassionate services that respect the
dignity of those we serve. Services include: comprehensive health care for persons with
advanced illness, bereavement services and support groups for grieving children and families.
The Community Hospice Grief Center
Services provided: Support Groups, W ave Riders, Memorial Services, Referrals, Education,
Counseling-personal and family, Community Crisis Intervention. The Community Hospice Grief
center offers these services throughout a seven county area free of charge, based exclusively on
grants and contributions. Donations in support may be made to The Community Hospice.
The Regional Offices are as follow s:
Community Hospice of Albany County
445 New Karner Road
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 724-0200
Community Hospice of Amsterdam County
246 Manny’s Corners Road
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 843-5412
Community Hospice of Columbia/Greene County
47 Liberty Street
Catskill, NY 12414
(518) 943-5402
26 Park Row
Chatham, NY 12037
(518) 392-0687
Community Hospice of Rensselaer County
295 Valley View Blvd.
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 285-8100
Community Hospice of Saratoga County
179 Lawrence Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 581-0800
Community Hospice of Schenectady County
1411 Union Street
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 377-8846
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*The C.R. W ood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital
102 Park Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 926-6640
www.glensfallshospital.org/cancer
The C.R. W ood Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer care including prevention,
screening, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology (IMRT, IGRT), Clinical Trials (prevention and
treatment) and a wide array of support services. The support services include individual
counseling, disease specific ongoing support groups, Steps toward W ellness for Cancer
Survivors and the Uniquely You® Boutique for skin and hair care.
Image Guided Radiation Therapy
Suite 124
713 Troy-Schenectady Road
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 213-0305
NYOH Gloversville
182 Steele Avenue
Gloversville, New York 12078
(518) 725-9100
NYOH (New York Oncology Hematology)
See the follow ing individual locations:
www.nyohpc.com
NYOH Hudson
69 Prospect Avenue
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 822-8484
NYOH Albany
317 S. Manning Blvd.
Suites 310 & 330
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 489-260 7
(518) 489-0044
NYOH Latham
1003 Loudon Road/P.O. Box 610
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 786-3122
GYN Oncology
Ste. 280
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 458-1390
* Hematology Office
(518) 786-7723
* CT Scan Department
(518) 786-3122
NYOH Albany
43 New Scotland Avenue
Mail Code 7
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 262-6696
NYOH Rexford
896 Riverview Road
Rexford, NY 12148
(518) 399-4600
* Stem Cell Transplant
(518) 262-6696
* CT Scan Department
(518) 786-4600
* P.E.T. Imaging Center
(518) 262-9000
NYOH Saratoga
31 Myrtle Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 587-7670
NYOH Amsterdam
1700 Riverfront Center
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 843-0020
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NYOH Schenectady
1101 Nott Street
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 243-4144
NYOH Schenectady
624 McClellan Street
Suite 204
Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 393-5809
NYOH Troy
2215 Burdett Avenue
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 271-3231
NYOH located Support Group for Cancer Patients call (518) 786-3122
NYOH located Brain Tumor Support Group call (518) 262-6696
Palliative Home Care Programs of the Community Hospice, Inc.
159 W olf Road
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 694-4973
Community Hospice Palliative Care Program is a home care demonstration project that provides
expanded services to patients living with serious illness, who may have a prognosis of more than
six months and may be pursuing curative treatments. This is a collaboration among The
Community Hospice,Inc., Eddy Visiting Nurse Association, St. Peter's Home Care and Visiting
Nurse Service Association of Schenectady.
St. Jude Research Hospital
(518) 453-6800
Center for research and treatment of leukemia and other catastrophic childhood diseases.
St. Peter’s Home Care
159 W olf Road
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 525-6000
(800) 265-3294
St. Peter’s Hospital Cancer Care Center
317 South Manning Boulevard
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 525-1547
www.stpetershealthcare.org
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Screen Savers: Saving Lives Through Screening
at The Urological Institute of NENY
25 Hackett Blvd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 782-3899
at Community Care Physicians Corporate Health Park
711 Troy Schenectady Road
Latham NY 12110
(518) 782-3899
A grant sponsored program through NYSDOH. Free prostate screenings, PSA and digital rectal
exams. If diagnosed with an elevated PSA, you will receive personal follow-up care options, a list
of specialists and treatment choices. Albany, Columbia, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady
counties. Screenings held weekly at above two locations and also at community group locations
and employer groups. Call to set up individual appointment or to discuss group screenings.
* To Life!
410 Kenwood Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 439-5975
www.ToLife.org
To Life! is a comprehensive breast cancer education and support organization for breast cancer
patients and their loved ones. Services include education programs, support groups, mentoring,
exercise classes and the Abracadabra Boutique which sells wigs (in Delmar and Saratoga
Springs), breast prostheses and mastectomy bras.
Urological Institute of Northeastern New York
25 Hackett Boulevard
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 262-3341
711 Troy Schenectady Road
Latham, NY 12110
518-262-3341
5 Southside Drive
Suite 204
Clifton Park, NY 12065
518-262-3341
at Schodack Family Practice
77 Miller Road
Schodack, NY 12033
518-262-3341
Clinical research trials in renal, bladder and prostate cancers. Urological Oncology trained
specialists and principal investigators for clinical trials in prostate, bladder and renal carcinoma.
Practice also includes pediatric specialists, specialists in female urology, incontinence in men and
women, erectile dysfunction, robotic computerized assisted prostatectomy, laparoscopy, stone
diseases, and general Urology.
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Visiting Nurses Association - The Eddy
433 River Road
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 274-6200
Visiting Nurses Association of Albany, Inc.
35 Colvin Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 489-2681
www.vnaalbany.org
Visiting Nurses Association of Rensselaer
8 Brunswick Road
Troy, NY 12180
(518) 272-3091
Visiting Nurses Association of Saratoga
634 Plank Road
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(518) 371-0890
Visiting Nurses Association of Schenectady
108 Erie Boulevard
Schenectady, NY 12305
(518) 382-7932
W atervliet’s Hometown Healthcare
601 19th Street
W atervliet, NY 12189
(518) 328-0075
Hometown Healthcare is a family business where you can expect to be treated with the utmost
respect and consideration. W e offer a comfortable and private fitting room with female fitters who
are caring and compassionate. It is our desire to make this a positive experience which will enrich
your life. W e carry breast forms and mastectomy supplies and offer a large supply in stock. In
home fittings are also available - call us for more information.
SUPPORT/RESOURCES
* American Cancer Society
260 Osborne Road
Loudonville, NY 12211
(800) 227-2345
www.cancer.org
A variety of supports, resources and information available to cancer patients and care givers.
Peer support to persons with prostate or breast cancer, support groups including one specifically
for women of color. Also, Look Good…Feel Better groups, wigs and other supplies. 24x7 support,
resources and information about our programs available at (800) 227-2345 or www.cancer.org.
Education and prevention programs available to individuals and businesses.
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American Lung Association of NYS
3 W inners Circle
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 453-0172
www.alanys.org
Andrew’s W arriors
(518) 273-8020
Organization established to highlight the bravery in the life of your child or teen faced with a
serious illness. Programs include special gold medal ceremonies, “God Bless America!” limited
edition posters, international themes hospital visit, bedside clown visits and puppet shows, and
“W arrior W alks” raising money for the cure for childhood brain cancer.
Catie Hoch Foundation
(518) 877-7539
www.catiehochfoundation.org
Dedicated to helping kids take a break from cancer by providing crafts and treats on holidays and
treating children to a day off from the hospital to do something fun. The Foundation pays for
housing during treatment and purchases medical equipment for doctors researching pediatric
cancer.
Capital Region Action Against Breast Cancer! (CRAAB!)
125 W olf Road, Suite 124
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 435-1055
www.craab.org
Capital Region Action Against Breast Cancer is an education and advocacy organization serving
the greater Capital District area. It offers an extensive program of education and support
services, including therapeutic dance and exercise classes, pre-treatment counseling, workshops
in obtaining quality breast cancer care, informative newsletters, and regular informational
programs, all free.
*The C.R. W ood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital
Oncology Education and Support Services
102 Park Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 926-6629
www.glensfallshospital.org/cancer
Support services: individual counseling, Steps toward W ellness for Cancer Survivors and the
Uniquely You® Boutique for skin and hair care provided by Oncology Certified RNs, Health
Psychologist, Oncology Social W orker, and an Oncology Dietician. Ongoing support groups:
general groups, a Care givers group, disease specific(Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer,
Lymphoma, Laryngectomy, Ovarian), and a 6-week group for survivors. Rehabilitation services
include a lymphedema therapy program, and a W ellness Center. A Lebed® Movement program
began in the spring 2006 as well. Call for information.
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Gilda's Club
8 W ade Road
Latham, NY 12110
(518) 782-9833
www.gccrny.org
Gilda’s Club is a warm and welcoming place where adults and children whose lives are
touched by cancer can join together to create social and emotional support in supplement to
medical care. It is not about cancer, it is about people. Free of charge, Gilda’s Club offers
support and networking groups, educational workshops, social events and Noogieland for the
kids.
Harold L. Bloch Cancer Resource Center –
located at American Cancer Society
Haven Grief Counseling Center
(518) 370-1666
Provides support to children, teens and adults experiencing grief from bereavement and life
threatening illness through individual and family counseling, support groups, programs for
bereaved children and community educational services.
Jewish Family Services
877 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 482-8856
Provides a wide range of free or reduced cost support services for individuals, couples and
families in crisis or experiencing emotional or mental stress.
Karing for Kids
(518) 456-7501
Provide financial support through fund-raising, emotional support, outreach and advocacy for
families of children facing a life threatening illness.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
6 Automation Lane
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 438-3583
(866) 255-3583
www.LLS.org
LLS helps individuals coping with blood cancers - leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma. Services
include disease & treatment information, patient financial aid for transportation and
medications, and educational & support programs.
Make-A-W ish Foundation
(518) 782-HOPE (4673)
Grants wishes to children between the ages of 2 ½ and 18 with life threatening medical
conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
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National Cancer Institute Cancer Information Service
(518) 271-3534
Source for cancer information for patients, families, the public and health professionals.
NYS Department of Health
Cancer Services Program/Bureau of Chronic Disease Services
River View Center, 150 Broadway, 3rd Floor W est
Menands, NY 12204
(518) 474-1222
www.health.state.ny.us
Ronald McDonald House
(518) 438-2655
www.rmhofalbany.org
Provides comfort, support and respite for families of seriously ill children in a compassionate
and home-like environment.
Rosie’s Love
(518) 448-LOVE (4863)
www.rosieslove.com
Provide emotional and financial support to families who have children in the Child Cancer
Program at Albany Medical Center.
Schenectady County Department of Social Services
Medicaid Unit
487 Nott Street
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 388-4470
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
P.O. Box 13535
Albany, NY 12212-3535
(518) 454-0045
www.albanyraceforthecure.com
* To Life!
410 Kenwood Avenue
Delmar, NY 12054
(518) 439-5975
www.ToLife.org
To Life! is a comprehensive breast cancer education and support organization for breast
cancer patients and their loved ones. Services include education programs, support groups,
mentoring, exercise classes and the Abracadabra Boutique which sells wigs (in Delmar and
Saratoga Springs), breast prostheses and mastectomy bras.
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YMCA Circle of Champs
(518) 285-8157
Dedicated to improving the quality of life of children and families who have been touched by a
life threatening illness through free events such as week long day camps at Camp Nassau,
holiday parties, and NY Giants training camp trips.
W ave Riders Support Groups for Grieving Children and Teens and Families
(518) 694-4966
(800) 678-0711
For children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives.
A safe environment for children to share their grief and seek healing and growth through art
therapy, music and discussion. Fall and spring age appropriate groups available with a parent
educational support group on children’s grief offered concurrently. Open to community-free of
charge at Albany, Amsterdam, Columbia/Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady
County Community Hospice locations. Grief educational materials, presentations and trainings
available upon request.
TRANSPORTATION
* American Cancer Society
260 Osborne Road
Loudonville, NY 12211
(800) 227-2345
www.cancer.org
Volunteer drivers are available to lend assistance with transportation specifically for cancer
treatment appointments.
CDTA – Simple Fare
110 W atervliet Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
www.cdta.org
Offering ground transportation services for cancer patients and/or family members.
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UNINSURED / UNDER-INSURED
Healthy W omen Partnership / Healthy Living Partnership
Ask Me! Program
Free mammograms and pap tests
A NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH) program functioning through community
partnerships, which offers free or low cost screening and education for breast, cervical and
colorectal cancers. Diagnostic services are covered. Eligibility for the program is determined
by partnerships based on NYSDOH guidelines.
Albany County (800) 725-3185 ext. 375
Fulton/Montgomery County (518) 736-1120
Rensselaer County (518) 270-2640
Saratoga County (800) 882-0121
Schenectady County (518) 374-3394 ext. 122
Schoharie County (800) 295-8474
W arren/ Hamilton County (800) 882-0121
All other counties (800) 422-6237
VOLUNTEERS
* American Cancer Society
260 Osborne Road
Loudonville, NY 12211
(800) 227-2345
www.cancer.org
Volunteers are needed to offer peer support to cancer patients in a variety of different
programs, to aid in fund raising events, to lend support for office administrative duties.
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WEBSITES
WEBSITES FROM THIS GUIDE
www.canceradvocacy.org
www.cancer.gov
www.cancercare.org
www.dana-farber.org
www.Lawhelp.org/NY
www.massgeneral.org/cancer
www.mskcc.org
www.roswellpark.org
www.mdanderson.org
www.thecommunityguide.org
www.als.edu
www.cancer.org
www.catiehochfoundation.org
www.cdta.org
www.craab.org
www.doublehranch.org
www.glensfallshospital.org
www.legalproject.org
www.communityhospice.org
www.vnaalbany.org
www.rmhofalbany.org
www.rosieslove.com
www.albanyraceforthecure.com
www.ToLife.org
www.gccrny.org
www.cfcr.org/nhap
www.legal-aid.org
www.empirejustice.org
www.nyohpc.com
www.stpetershealthcare.org
www.alanys.org
www.LLS.org
www.health.state.ny.us
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New York Oncology Hematology, PC
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