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Richard H Chung, MD

Richard H. Chung, MD

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South Weymouth, MA
Bio

It is such an honor and privilege to be a physician.  It has been especially gratifying to devote my career to the field of Hospital Medicine, and to work at South Shore Hospital to help serve my community. 

Being hospitalized is often one of the most challenging and frustrating experiences a person can have. As a Hospitalist, what is so rewarding is that I can use my training and abilities to make such difficult times for people more compassionate and less confusing. 

Outside of the hospital, I love spending time with my wife and young son and traveling.  I also love anything to do with the outdoors and enjoy running.

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Home Alone, Staying Safe

"Home Alone, Staying Safe is a 3-hour program which prepares kids for situations that can happen when staying home alone, from the the unexpected knock on the door to the 911 emergency phone call. It will also help ease the minds of parents who decide the time has come to leave their kids home alone...
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For Young Adults, All Health Must Begin with Mental Health

Both JAMA and the CDC recently released troubling statistics surrounding suicide rates. This data reaffirms the need for an integrated approach to treating mental health.
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Tendinopathy: Preventing & Treating Overuse Injuries during the Pandemic

​​​​​​​The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown everyone’s daily routines for a loop, and as a result, we’ve seen a noticeable increase in injuries related to these changes in routine, namely overuse injuries.
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Care Where You Are: The Unique Role of Our Parent Child Health Team

Home Care's Parent Child Health Team is a key part of the larger healthcare landscape, allowing children, expecting parents, and postpartum patients to get the care they need from the comfort of home.
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Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding Endometrial Cancer

September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about cancers of the female reproductive system, and emphasize the importance of routine screening and early detection.
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Managing Diabetes Can Help Prevent Health Problems

November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about the chronic condition affecting more than 38 million people in the U.S. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled in the past two decades.
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How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

July is the hottest month of the year in Massachusetts. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, extreme heat is the leading weather-related cause of death in the U.S., killing more than 700 people every year.
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Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan)

South Shore Hospital and Shields Health Care partner to offer positron emission tomography (PET) services. PET scan produces highly-detailed images of the body's metabolic functions. The PET scanner is highly sensitive to functional changes in the body and helps diagnose abnormalities much more...

Samantha Sisskind, CNP, AGACNP, BN, MN

Professional headshot of Samantha Sisskind, CNP of the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health

Locations

Weymouth, MA
Bio

My mission is to provide patient-centered care allowing our patients to access trustworthy and well-informed care.

My personal philosophy in life is to be kind and compassionate. My background is in adult-gerontology and neurosurgery. I aim to create patient-centered relationships where my patients feel comfortable disclosing any concerns. In addition, I aim to provide open communication. Outside of work, I enjoy volunteering at a local nursing home and a local food bank, and performing in an dance group in ballet, jazz, contemporary and hip hop. I also enjoy hiking and exploring local trails.

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