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Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

Nominated by South Shore Health, the community-minded philanthropist is recognized for his significant contributions to the independent regional healthcare system.

Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

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A shot of a ballroom at Granite Links in Quincy as Amy Parker speaks at the podium at South Shore Health's Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Dinner Reception Celebrates South Shore Health's Incredible Volunteers

We recently wrapped up Volunteer Appreciation Week with a heartfelt celebration: an appreciation dinner honoring our 170+ dedicated volunteers.

Dinner Reception Celebrates South Shore Health's Incredible Volunteers

South Shore Health Community Walk

Mark Your Calendars: South Shore Health Community Walk Set for Saturday, June 21!

It’s time to make waves and help make a difference in support of South Shore Health! The South Shore Health Community Walk is set for Saturday, June 21 along Wessagusset Beach and surrounding...

Mark Your Calendars: South Shore Health Community Walk Set for Saturday, June 21!

Baba Shetty smiles as he speaks from the podium during a reception in Hingham

Hingham Reception Celebrates Advanced, Life-Saving Care Provided by South Shore Health

The April reception brought South Shore residents and community leaders together to learn more about the local healthcare landscape, South Shore Health’s response to current challenges, and the...

Hingham Reception Celebrates Advanced, Life-Saving Care Provided by South Shore Health

SVP Tim Quigley has been honored with the Living Legends award

Tim Quigley Honored with Living Legends Award

South Shore Health is proud to announce that Timothy Quigley, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, Senior Vice President, Special Projects, has been honored with the prestigious Living Legends Award by the American...

Tim Quigley Honored with Living Legends Award

Professional headshot of Sam Skura, COO of South Shore Health, on a gray wave patterned background

Sam Skura Named Executive Vice President, COO of South Shore Health

Allen L. Smith, MD, MS, President & CEO, South Shore Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Sam Skura as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Skura brings an...

Sam Skura Named Executive Vice President, COO of South Shore Health

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Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

Nominated by South Shore Health, the community-minded philanthropist is recognized for his significant contributions to the independent regional healthcare system.

Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

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Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

Nominated by South Shore Health, the community-minded philanthropist is recognized for his significant contributions to the independent regional healthcare system.

Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

The logo for the Moonlight and Miracles Gala

Moonlight & Miracles Gala Set for October 18

Save the date and help raise money for Emergency Medical Services at South Shore Health

Moonlight & Miracles Gala Set for October 18

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South Shore Hospital Ranked Among Top 10 Best Hospitals in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report

The Hospital is one of only two community-based hospitals ranked in the Top Ten in Massachusetts.

South Shore Hospital Ranked Among Top 10 Best Hospitals in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report

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51 South Shore Health Physicians Named in Boston Magazine’s Top Doctors List

Weymouth, MA –Boston Magazine has named 51 South Shore Health physicians and surgeons to its 2024 ‘Top Doctors’ list. Representing 24 medical specialties and surgical services, the doctors who were...

51 South Shore Health Physicians Named in Boston Magazine’s Top Doctors List

Several nurse leader colleagues pose for a photo at a December 2023 Organization of Nurse Leaders meeting.

South Shore Health Nurse Leaders and Emerging Nurse Leaders Attend Organization of Nurse Leaders Winter Quarterly Meeting

Nurse leaders and emerging nurse leaders from across South Shore Health attended the meeting, with four South Shore Health colleagues successfully submitting abstracts for poster presentation.

South Shore Health Nurse Leaders and Emerging Nurse Leaders Attend Organization of Nurse Leaders Winter Quarterly Meeting

Justin and Renai Townsend hold their New Year's baby, which was born in the backseat of their car.

Baby on the Way! Bridgewater Mom Delivers in the Backseat

When she felt the first contractions at 11:15 p.m. New Year’s Eve, Renai Townsend thought she had time to get to Boston to deliver her second child. “I thought they were Braxton Hicks contractions...

Baby on the Way! Bridgewater Mom Delivers in the Backseat

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Lyme Disease defined under magnifying glass

Tick Talk: Six Things to Know About Lyme Disease

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a good time to educate people about the tick-borne illness that affects as many as 476,000 in the U.S. each year. Todd Ellerin, MD discusses Lyme disease symptoms, treatments and how to prevent tick bites and the illnesses they transmit.

Tick Talk: Six Things to Know About Lyme Disease

A black woman out for a run bends down to rub her arthritic knee

Understanding Arthritis: Five Things to Know

May is Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to draw attention to the painful joint condition that affects close to 60 million in the U.S. Jesse Reisner, DO, a rheumatologist at South Shore Medical Center, answers questions about arthritis causes, symptoms and treatments.

Understanding Arthritis: Five Things to Know

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Skin Cancer Awareness: Most Common Cancer is Also the Most Preventable

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine light on the disease and the importance of prevention and screening. With more than 5 million cases diagnosed each year, skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer in the U.S. It’s also one of the most preventable.

Skin Cancer Awareness: Most Common Cancer is Also the Most Preventable

An urgent care clinician checks the pulse and blood pressure of an older male patient

Quick, Convenient and Affordable – Health Express Urgent Care has You Covered

May is National Urgent Care Awareness Month, a time to recognize healthcare’s fastest growing segment and the significant role that urgent care...

Quick, Convenient and Affordable – Health Express Urgent Care has You Covered

A woman with allergies about to sneeze standing beneath a blooming tree

Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

Spring is here and the budding plants, trees and flowers will soon be in full bloom. So too will the seasonal allergies that affect an estimated 81 million Americans. But there are things you can do to alleviate the sneezing, coughing, congestion and itchy eyes. Allergy specialists recommend the following tips to suppress seasonal allergies.

Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

Doc, the Dalmation dog mascot watching over the pediatrics department waiting room

What's Up Doc! Patients Name SSMC Pediatrics Department Dalmatian Mascot

If you’ve visited South Shore Medical Center's Pediatrics Department in Norwell, you’ve no doubt seen the adorable Dalmatian dog figure keeping watch...

What's Up Doc! Patients Name SSMC Pediatrics Department Dalmatian Mascot

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