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South Shore Health and Mass General Brigham Launch Advanced Urologic Oncology Program at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health

The program expands access to robotic-assisted surgery and multidisciplinary cancer care for patients across the South Shore and Southeastern...

South Shore Health and Mass General Brigham Launch Advanced Urologic Oncology Program at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health

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Mobile Integrated Health Brings COVID-19 Clinical Trial to Community Members’ Homes

With the region experiencing yet another surge in cases of COVID-19, the Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) program is participating in an innovative clinical trial that brings a much talked about drug to...

Mobile Integrated Health Brings COVID-19 Clinical Trial to Community Members’ Homes

Jennifer Logan teaches a virtual exercise class

“Conference Room on Wheels” Improves the Virtual Community Exercise Experience

Taking a beloved series of community exercise programs virtual due to COVID-19 wasn't easy. But South Shore Health's IS team had a solution--on wheels.

“Conference Room on Wheels” Improves the Virtual Community Exercise Experience

Khalil Alleyne, MD smiles for a portrait in his lab coat.

South Shore Medical Center Names New Chief of Family Medicine

Khalil Alleyne, MD, has been named Chief of Family Medicine at South Shore Medical Center. In his new role, Dr. Alleyne will oversee the Family Medicine Department while supporting providers...

South Shore Medical Center Names New Chief of Family Medicine

South Shore Health, Weymouth partner to offer COVID-19 testing

COVID-19 Testing Partnership to Benefit Weymouth Employees and Residents

As demand and need for COVID-19 testing increases, employees and residents of Weymouth now have access to town-sponsored services. South Shore Hospital, part of South Shore Health, will provide...

COVID-19 Testing Partnership to Benefit Weymouth Employees and Residents

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South Shore Health Postpones Select Inpatient Surgical Procedures

The growing number of coronavirus cases across Massachusetts has led to new guidance from the state, which requires us to postpone select inpatient surgeries to keep beds open in the event they are...

South Shore Health Postpones Select Inpatient Surgical Procedures

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Is Holiday Season Stress Getting to You? You're Not Alone.

Todd Kerensky, MD, weighs in on the behavioral health challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic during the holiday season--and how patients can get help--in the Patriot Ledger.

Is Holiday Season Stress Getting to You? You're Not Alone.

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South Shore Medical Center Discontinues Inclement Weather Line

South Shore Medical Center will now contact patients directly if their appointment is affected by inclement weather.

South Shore Medical Center Discontinues Inclement Weather Line

South Shore Health receives the COVID-19 vaccine

South Shore Health Receives First Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccines

The shipment contained 1,950 doses of the Pfizer vaccine, which will be distributed to front-line workers across South Shore Health beginning this week.

South Shore Health Receives First Shipment of COVID-19 Vaccines

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South Shore Hospital Earns an “A” for Patient Safety From The Leapfrog Group

While fighting a global pandemic, the Weymouth hospital is rated among the best in Greater Boston and the U.S. for safety.

South Shore Hospital Earns an “A” for Patient Safety From The Leapfrog Group