Bassett Medical Center

01/03/2026

January is National Blood Donor Month. Why January? Blood donations decline in winter months due to inclement weather that can prevent people from going out or cause blood drives to be canceled. Help keep our supply up by giving on 1/6 in Cooperstown!

Urgent need for blood donations. Please consider giving a power red cell donation if you are O-, O+, A-, or B-!

01/02/2026

Say hello to our network’s first baby of 2026! Charlotte Marie was born at Bassett Medical Center’s Birthing Center on January 1 at 5:11 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Click below to read more about this happy family!

Bassett Healthcare Network welcomed its first baby of 2026 on January 1 at 5:11 p.m.

01/02/2026

We’re pleased to share that Orlene Kinney, MD, has joined our network as an Attending Physician with Primary Care at Bassett Health Center Delhi. Welcome to Bassett!

Dr. Kinney earned her medical degree from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez – Urena School of Medicine in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Her residency took place at New York Medical College at Valhalla, NY. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. Kinney provides comprehensive medical care to patients ages 12 and above, including preventative treatment, chronic disease and acute illness management, and care coordination.

Dr. Kinney is accepting new patients by appointment. Learn more by calling (607) 746-0550 or visiting the link below.

Dr. Kinney provides comprehensive medical care to patients ages 12 and above, including preventative treatment, chronic disease and acute illness management, and care coordination.

01/01/2026

We hope 2026 brings you good health and happiness. Happy New Year!

12/31/2025

Start 2026 with compassion and kindness by donating blood! We are hosting a Red Cross blood drive at FoxCare Center in Oneonta on January 7 from noon to 5 p.m.

Urgent need for blood donations. Please consider giving a power red cell donation if you are O-, O+, A-, or B-!

12/31/2025

Happy New Year's Eve! Starting a fresh year can feel like the perfect time to turn over a new leaf and make a change for your health and wellness. If your New Year resolution is to quit to***co products, we want you to know support is available. Here's why making this change is worth it:

🚭 Within 12 hours of quitting, the carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal.
🚭 Within 2 to 12 weeks, your circulation improves and your lung function increases.
🚭 Within one year, your risk of coronary heart disease is about half that of a smoker's.
🚭 Within 10 years, your risk of lung cancer falls to about half that of a smoker.

Talk with your primary care practitioner about the right ni****ne replacement therapies for you. It's been found that ni****ne gum, patches, inhalers, or medications, when combined with cessation counseling, are the most effective path to success. Click here for more information: https://www.bassett.org/services/health-wellness/smoking-cessation

12/31/2025

Some users are currently experiencing difficulty accessing Bassett.org. This is only impacting some users and will be resolved within the next 24 hours.

You can still access MyBassett, our patient portal, directly at www.mybassett.org or use the MyChart app on your smartphone or tablet. With MyBassett you can see upcoming appointments, send a message to your practitioner, refill prescriptions, pay your bill, start an on demand video visit, and much more.

We appreciate your patience.

12/30/2025

The caregivers at our health center in Herkimer were excited to help children in our community have a happy holiday by helping collect toys for Connected Community School’s annual holiday toy drive. Donations from patients and caregivers filled two bins and a box!

Thank you Connected Community Schools for organizing this community service and inviting us to participate!

12/30/2025

Good nutrition is an important part of our overall wellness, which is why many people choose to make eating healthier a New Year's resolution. Are you trying to change your habits around food? Here are some tips:

🍎 Start by focusing on adding healthy foods rather than restricting unhealthy ones. Introduce one manageable change at a time.

🥦 Eat slowly and without distractions. This mindfulness can help you pay better attention to when your body is full.

🍗 Be mindful of your portion sizes. Using smaller plates or bowls can help you eat less.

Nutrition counseling is offered at Bassett's health centers in Oneonta, Herkimer, Hartwick Seminary, and Cooperstown. Click here for more information: https://www.bassett.org/services/health-wellness/nutrition

12/29/2025

Congratulations to Jo-Ann Vass, Stroke Coordinator at Bassett Medical Center, who recently celebrated an incredible 55 years of service with our organization! As she reflects on this remarkable milestone, Jo-Ann wants our patients, communities, and employees to know that she’s “addicted to Bassett.” Read more about Jo-Ann’s journey – and why she could not imagine her career anywhere else. Thank you for your service, Jo-Ann! You are the heart of Bassett.

Meet Jo-Ann Vass, RN, who has spent over half a century caring for patients at Bassett Medical Center. In that time she's served patients in the ER and helped build the Stroke Program.

12/29/2025

There are only a few days left in 2025. Are you considering limiting your alcohol intake in the 2026? We're posting about a different potential New Year's resolution each day leading up January 1. Drinking too much alcohol can raise your risk of injury, accident, disease, and other health problems. Here's how you can start being more mindful of your consumption:

🍷Pace yourself by sipping slowly. Consider drinking a glass of water after each alcoholic drink as a way of slowing yourself down.

🍺Avoid triggers. If there's a place or activity that tempts you to drink, consider limiting when you go there or take part.

🍸Never drink and drive. People who are pregnant and people taking certain medications shouldn't drink at all.

If you believe you may have a problem with drinking, there are local and national resources available to provide help and support. As always, our primary care practitioners are ready to listen with open ears.

Click here for helpful resources: https://www.bassett.org/resources-caregivers/mental-health-addiction-resources

12/28/2025

In the lead up to 2026, we are sharing information on some common New Year's resolutions and strategies for success! First up, some people strive to get better sleep - which can have wide-reaching health benefits. Here are some tips!

💤 Set a schedule and try your best to stick with it. This can regulate your internal clock, making it easier for you to fall and stay asleep.

💤Make sure your bed and bedroom are comfortable. Use blackout curtains or ear plugs if you have to sleep during a time when it isn't dark or your home isn't quiet.

💤 Stop using electronic devices at least an hour before you plan to go to bed. Blue light from screens can potentially interfere with sleep.

If you are concerned you may have sleep apnea or another sleep disorder, our sleep labs in Oneonta and Cobleskill are ready to help! Click here for more information: https://www.bassett.org/services/sleep-disorders-center

05/13/2019

A letter from Dr. LeCates, senior leadership, and our Board of Trustees to our Bassett employees. Thank you for your dedication to our patients.

10/26/2018

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