Welcome to the Village

My high school bestie, Sheri, and I are joining forces to take you on the journey of how we came to be in high-ranking positions and some of the challenges we faced and continue to face as women in power. We are here to inform, encourage, and inspire so tune in and enjoy!

Dr. Carrin Schottler-Thal of Albany medical center specializes in caring for children on the Autism spectrum. She is giving some great insight and helpful resources for understanding, appreciating, and supporting children on the spectrum. Tune in for a valuable and interesting discussion.

Is everyone ready for fun in the sun? As we kick of the official start of summer, I am joined by Ginger Champain, director of Cancer prevention in action to talk about how to avoid those annoying sunburns and get the most out of our time enjoying the weather this summer.

"The Walter Elwood Museum is a gateway to learning using the past to illuminate the present. "(part of the museum's mission statement) There is nothing more precious than hearing the sound of children's joyous laughter as they are enjoying time together while learning something new. I am joined by the museum director, Ann Peconie, as she holds the free winter camp for school age kids this past February. You can hear her as she teaches them about old fashioned writi...

Abdul-Rahman Yaki, is the Imam (religious leader/counsellor) of the Islamic Center of the Capital District in New York. My discussion with him has Islamic references but is a discussion that is relevant for all religions. Children need boundaries and structure. They need to learn about hard work and dedication. If they are raised in a household with religious and spiritual principles they do not have to feel restricted. Instead, the basic principles that all ...

Bob Cudmore is an Amsterdam, NY native and well known radio show host, columnist, author and pillar of the community. I was able to have a nice kitchen table chat with him to discuss some cool facts about the history of the Mohawk Valley. We talked about his time growing up and living here, and what his past and current projects are about.Learning and teaching history is so important for everyone but especially our growing youth. An appreciation for the past can be insp...

Taking a bow... thank you for listening

Michelle CalhounLynda RussellSherida DavisWhere would the office be without the ones who keep things flowing the way they should? The face of the office, the ones everyone turns to when things need to happen quickly and efficiently.

Kim PelosiKristin HitchcockNicole GilliganKari LempMelanie TatlockJaimie LilleyKerrie CareyWendy SerpaThey keep things running smoothly, with hearts of gold. Even when things are overhwhelming their grace and calm are unparalleled. The go to for everything and everyone, patients and staff alike.

Dr. HardiesDr. CarlsonMary Gilston, licensed clinical social worker. As much as medicine and psychology has evolved, one thing stays the same. We want to care for our patients and let them know we are here to give them the best care possible.