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Lisa Gould, MD, PhD Honored with Esteemed Robert A Warriner III Memorial Award

Congratulations to Lisa J Gould, MD, PhD , who received the prestigious Robert A Warriner III Award from the Association for the Advancement of Wound...

Lisa Gould, MD, PhD Honored with Esteemed Robert A Warriner III Memorial Award

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Dr. Allen L. Smith has been elected to the MHA's Board of Trustees

Dr. Allen L. Smith joins the Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association's Board of Trustees

Allen L. Smith, MD, MS, President and CEO of South Shore Health, was recently voted onto the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association (MHA) Board of Trustees. The MHA serves as the united voice for...

Dr. Allen L. Smith joins the Massachusetts Health and Hospital Association's Board of Trustees

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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

South Shore Health's Lisa Gould, MD, PhD poses for a photo holding a clear glass award.

Lisa Gould, MD, PhD Honored with Esteemed Robert A Warriner III Memorial Award

Congratulations to Lisa J Gould, MD, PhD , who received the prestigious Robert A Warriner III Award from the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC) at their recent virtual town hall...

Lisa Gould, MD, PhD Honored with Esteemed Robert A Warriner III Memorial Award

Three binders hanging on a wall containing tracking sheets for South Shore Health's 26.2 Challenge.

Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab Teams Motivate Patients with Road to 26.2 Challenge

The Road to 26.2 Challenge helps encourage patients to continue in their rehabilitation while also serving as a reminder of the progress they've made.

Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab Teams Motivate Patients with Road to 26.2 Challenge

Sharon Stemm, Naomi Pollara, and Drew Harding of South Shore Health pose for a photo.

South Shore Health Receives Coveted Magnet® Recognition for Nursing Excellence

South Shore Health has received the prestigious Magnet® designation for the fourth consecutive time it was announced. The award signifies the healthcare organization's commitment to exemplary patient...

South Shore Health Receives Coveted Magnet® Recognition for Nursing Excellence

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South Shore Medical Center Named Top Performer, With Distinction, for Pediatric and Adult Care

This award recognizes South Shore Medical Center for achieving exceptional results in its approach to disease prevention and the treatment of acute and chronic illness for both pediatric and adult...

South Shore Medical Center Named Top Performer, With Distinction, for Pediatric and Adult Care

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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

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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

(L-R) Kathy Bruce, Associate Chief Nursing Officer, Parent Child Division; Allen L. Smith, President & CEO, South Shore Health; William Johnston, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, South Shore Health; Representative James Murphy of Weymouth; and Senator Patrick O’Connor of Weymouth.

South Shore Health Celebrates New Pediatric Space

South Shore Health has announced the completion of an important hospital renovation project, which includes a modernized unit for its youngest patients. “Despite all of the challenges in healthcare at...

South Shore Health Celebrates New Pediatric Space

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Chemotherapy Orientation Class Back in Session

Cancer Center program informs, supports and comforts patients going through treatment.

Chemotherapy Orientation Class Back in Session

A mother looks at a thermometer with her hand on her child's forehead.

Guidance for Parents Seeking Fever-Reducing Medication for Children

There's a shortage of pediatric fever-reducing medication, driven by supply chain issues and a surge in demand. This open letter from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the...

Guidance for Parents Seeking Fever-Reducing Medication for Children

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A Certified Hand Therapist’s Top Tips for Safe Gardening

Along with adding a pop of color and beauty to your yard, gardening is a great way to get active and enjoy the spring weather – once the rain stops...

A Certified Hand Therapist’s Top Tips for Safe Gardening

A close up view of a blue pop-it fidget toy in a child's hands as he plays with it.

Preparedness Tips for Sensory-Intense Environments: How to Help Your Children

For parents of children who struggle with sensory processing, a sensory emergency can occur without warning. Get tips on how to prepare ahead of time to ease stress for both you and your child.

Preparedness Tips for Sensory-Intense Environments: How to Help Your Children

Photo of Kyla Madden holding a certificate inside a graphic featuring "Colleague Spotlight" text and shapes.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kyla Madden!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Kyla Madden as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to her nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kyla Madden!

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Four Common Sports Injuries – How to Avoid Them and Recover

Spring sports season is here and student athletes are back on tracks, fields, and diamonds preparing for competition. While it’s common to want to...

Four Common Sports Injuries – How to Avoid Them and Recover

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Quicker Access, Less Red Tape: Four Reasons to Get Your MRI at South Shore Health

If you’ve ever had an injury and needed advanced imaging to diagnose the cause of the pain in your knee, hip, shoulder or elsewhere, you know there is a drawn-out process to follow before you can have that achy joint scanned. South Shore Health is making it easier to get an MRI.

Quicker Access, Less Red Tape: Four Reasons to Get Your MRI at South Shore Health

Understanding & Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the effects of TBI and educate the public on safety tips that can help prevent TBI.

Understanding & Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury

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