Our goal as anesthesiologists is to both alleviate pain and to keep the patient and baby safe. We need to anticipate any complications that could jeopardize the safety of the patient and baby on the day of delivery. We also want patients to be aware of these potential challenges in advance so they are not caught by surprise if something changes during delivery.

It's not just a cardiac event that can send you to the hospital when shoveling. Learn how to stay safe when removing snow this winter.

Treatment from South Shore Health's Center for Wound Healing got Mildred McGaffigan of Pembroke back in action after a serious injury. Read her story.

South Shore Health System's Opioid Taskforce includes a group of clinicians who are working together to reduce the number of opioid pills prescribed.

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

Rehabilitation therapists can people with injury or chronic disease gain independence and get back to living their day-to-day life.

A neurosurgeon with South Shore NeuroSpine shares five symptoms that may indicate a brain tumor in light of TV star Maria Menounos's diagnosis and treatment.

Nearly 800,000 people a have a stroke. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms and what you should do if you think you or a loved one are having a stroke.

Learn about folic acid, a superhero vitamin, and why it's so important for women of childbearing age from a certified nurse-midwife.