Capital Region Women's Care/Community Care Physicians

12/19/2025

Happy Holidays from our work family at Capital Region Women’s Care!

In the next couple weeks, our office hours will be different from our usual, but we always have a provider on call for urgent questions and advice! Please see below for holiday office hours:

12/24- Clifton Park Office Open 8-12, Troy Closed
12/25-Both locations closed
12/26-Both locations closed
12/29- Both locations closed
12/30- Troy office open normal hours, Clifton Park closed
12/31- Both locations closed
1/1-Both locations closed
1/2-No providers in office, but reception staff in office 8-2 to take messages for providers

Please reach out early next week if you need refills on medications or have appointments to schedule in preparation for this time.

We appreciate all of our patients and their understanding while we spend some quality time with our loved ones.❤️

12/11/2025

Happy Thursday Everyone! Our office is closing at 1pm for our annual Holiday party. We will reopen tomorrow at 8am. Thank you for your understanding.

12/02/2025

The Menopause Society has started a new web series addressing various conditions and effects of menopause. Please tune in below for their first episode which deals with menopause and weight gain.

Dr. Sara Looby and Dr. Daniela Hurtado discuss weight gain and menopause, body composition changes, and treatment options including GLP1 medications.

12/02/2025

Due to inclement weather, our office will be closing at noon today, 12/2/25. We will reopen for regular business hours tomorrow, 12/3/25. Please drive safe everyone!

11/30/2025

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11/25/2025

Happy Thanksgiving Week everyone! We hope you all have an amazing day with your loved ones. Please note that this week we have different office/phone hours.

11/26/25- The office is open, but with limited staff. Phones will be answered by service and urgent calls patched through to the office until the end of the day.

11/27/25- The office is closed

11/28/25- The office is closed.

We of course have a provider on call during this time for any urgent concerns.

11/12/2025

We know it’s early, but CRWC is getting in the holiday spirit!! We adore our adorable tree that our LPNs Vanessa and Denice decorated. Adorable snowflake wall is courtesy of our RN supervisor Beth and surgical scheduler Kim!

10/24/2025

Did you know you can reduce your risk for heart disease? It is the #1 killer of women!!! Check out this video for what you can change. https://share.google/J1zBgl7rYHi3NfBhQen

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10/20/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

This month, we honor the fighters, survivors, and those we've lost to breast cancer. It's also a time to raise awareness and empower each other with knowledge that can save lives.

💗 Early detection is key — and one of the simplest ways to stay proactive is through regular self-breast exams. While they don’t replace mammograms or clinical exams, they help you become familiar with your body and notice changes early.

🔍 How to Perform a Breast Self-Exam (Takes just a few minutes!):

1️⃣ In the Shower
Use the pads of your three middle fingers to feel your entire breast and armpit area. Use light, medium, and firm pressure. Look for lumps, thickening, or knots.

2️⃣ In Front of a Mirror
With arms at your sides, then raised overhead, look for changes in shape, contour, swelling, dimpling, or ni**le changes.

3️⃣ Lying Down
Place a pillow under one shoulder and your hand behind your head. Use the opposite hand to examine the breast in circular motions. Don’t forget to check under the armpit and gently squeeze the ni**le for discharge.

📅 When to Do It
If you menstruate: a few days after your period ends
If post-menopausal: pick the same day each month (e.g., the 1st or 15th)

⚠️ What to Watch For
New lumps or thickened areas
Skin changes (dimpling, puckering, redness)
Ni**le discharge or inversion
Pain or tenderness that’s new

If you notice anything unusual, don’t wait — contact your healthcare provider.

💬 Let’s spread awareness and encourage our loved ones to take charge of their breast health. Share this post to remind others that early detection saves lives.

10/08/2025

Short bursts of purposeful activity may be the best way to get in the habit of exercising, research suggests
NBC News (10/7, Sullivan) reports that research suggests “short bursts of purposeful activity –– such as walking around the block or lifting small weights –– may be the best way to get in the habit of exercising.” Investigators “found that in adults younger than 65, these small acts of physical activity significantly improved cardiorespiratory fitness.” Meanwhile, “for older adults –– those 65 and older –– exercise snacks significantly improved muscular endurance.” Individuals “were also extremely likely to adhere to these small bouts of exercise –– about 91% of adults and 83% of older adults routinely engaged in them.” The findings were published in BMJ Sports Medicine.

09/24/2025

09/11/2025

Community Care Physicians as a company is dedicated to all if their patients, but this month is focusing on Women’s Health to spread information about ovarian cancer. If you ever have concerns or questions, your first step should be contacting your gynecologist or primary care. Early dedication can save lives.

Ovarian cancer is often called a "silent killer" because early signs are subtle and easy to overlook. Here are six crucial things every woman should know:

1. No Early Warning Signs: Symptoms like bloating, pelvic pain, and frequent urination can be mistaken for less serious issues.
2. Age & Family History Matter: Women over 50 or with a family history are at higher risk.
3. Pap Smears Don't Detect It: Regular pap smears don't screen for ovarian cancer.
4. Most Ovarian Cysts Aren't Cancerous: Many cysts are benign, but monitoring is essential.
5. Fallopian Tube Removal Can Help: For those at high risk, removing the fallopian tubes may reduce cancer risk.
6. Advanced Stages Are Treatable: Even if diagnosed late, treatment options are available.

👉 Learn more and take action: https://ow.ly/jbGe50WTjgq

Let's raise awareness and support each other. Share this post to spread the word.