South Shore Health has received a $5 million gift from Digger & Susan Donahue of Norwell, President and CEO Allen L. Smith, MD, MS announced today. The Donahues are long-time donors to the healthcare organization. The gift is a testament to the impact of the exceptional work that the health system...

South Shore Health’s Nurse Residency Program has earned Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This designation - the highest level awarded by the ANCC - recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence in preparing new nurses for successful transition into practice.

We have reached a huge milestone in the fight against COVID-19 as vaccinations arrive at health systems. Here's an update on how we're distributing these early doses of the vaccine.

South Shore Health’s Peter E. Paull, MD, associate director of the Department of Medicine, is the co-winner of the 2019-2020 Mark Aisner, MD Award for Excellence in Teaching Physical Diagnosis. The prestigious award was established in 1988 by Tufts University School of Medicine colleagues, former...

Have the flu? Learn why urgent care may be the best place to seek relief for mild to moderate symptoms of influenza.

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.

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 care. “With enormous pride and admiration, we are excited to share with our community that The...

Just like you, we are closely monitoring new developments regarding COVID-19. The health and safety of our patients, staff, and community are of the utmost importance. In an effort to keep our community as safe as possible, we have decided to suspend land- and pool-based community exercise programs...

South Shore Health President & CEO Allen L. Smith, MD, MS, offers this editorial on the 100th anniversary of South Shore Hospital

One year after being chosen as the pilot site for a one-of-its-kind study, South Shore Hospital, part of South Shore Health, has seen a nearly 4-percent decrease in its first time cesarean section rate while continuing to improve communication, patient experience and outcomes during childbirth.