Watertown, New York --- The physicians and staff of North Country Orthopaedic Group are pleased to announce the selection of Britany Mason, Physical Therapist Assistant, as
Employee of the Year 2009.

Ms. Mason has been employed at the group’s Sports Medicine Center for three years.

Arthur C. Peckham, Jr., MD and Mark Nichols, Manager, Physical Therapy presented
Ms. Mason with her award. This is the tenth year NCOG has presented an employee with the award.

“Britany is an outstanding employee, dedicated to both our patients and the practice. She has worn many hats within our department over the past year –She has a great rapport with our patients and their families,” comments Mark Nichols, Manager, Physical Therapy.

“It is with great pride and appreciation that I accept this award,” states Ms. Mason. “Success is only achieved with great teamwork. I am fortunate to work with such a wonderful, diverse group of providers.”

North Country Orthopaedic Group specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and disorders of the bones, joints, muscles, and nerves. Its clinical staff, which comprises specialists in orthopaedics, sports medicine and rehabilitation, provides over 80,000 outpatient visits each year for problems ranging from sprains, dislocations and broken bones, to arthritis, back pain and foot and ankle injuries. The group proudly celebrates its 50th year of service to the North Country community, 1959-2009.

For further information on those services provided by North Country Orthopaedic Group, please call the office at 782-1650. Additionally, information is posted on the group’s website at www.ncortho.com.

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Photo: (left to right) Arthur C. Peckham, Jr., MD with Employee of the Year 2009
Britany Mason, PTA and Mark Nichols, Manager, Physical Therapy.