People on the Move – November 2012

Earns certification as  safety professional

Zachary W. Remington of Atlantic Testing Laboratories has completed all requirements to obtain the designation of certified safety professional. The certification is awarded to individuals who meet academic standards, satisfy professional safety experience requirements and have passed two examinations. The examinations cover engineering and management aspects of safety, applied sciences, legal and regulatory matters, professional affairs and other safety-related topics.

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Massena Memorial Hospital board approves $1.5 million loan agreement for purchase of Seaway Orthopedics

MASSENA — The Massena Memorial Hospital board of directors has approved a $1.5 million loan agreement for the purchase of Seaway Orthopedics.

Hospital spokeswoman Tina R. Corcoran said the total purchase price, which also includes the building’s equipment, is $2.95 million.

Hospital Trustee Dr. Bedros Bakirtzian, who owns the building and operates his practice there, abstained.

And while the hospital will own the building, Ms. Corcoran said, Dr. Bakirtzian will remain a private practice doctor and will not be employed by the hospital.

Board Chairman Darrel P. Paquin said after spending $4 million from cash reserves for the construction of a new medical office building, the thinking was that spending an additional $3 million from the reserves might be too much.

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