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First Colonoscopy? Here are the Steps to Prep and What to Expect

Your primary care provider has recommended you have your first colonoscopy. Mandeep Saund, MD answers frequently asked questions and explains why colorectal screening is so important for the prevention and early detection of cancer.
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Colon Cancer

All specialists involved in the evaluation and management of colon cancer work together to determine the optimal evaluation and course of treatment for each patient.

Six Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer

While there has been a decline in colorectal cancer death rates in older adults for several decades, in people under age 50, colorectal cancer death rates have been on the rise since the mid-2000s, increasing by 2.4% annually. Mandeep Saund, MD, discusses risk factors, symptoms, treatments and the importance of screening in the prevention and early detection of colorectal cancer.
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Mandeep S Saund, MD

Mandeep Saund

Locations

Weymouth, MA
Weymouth, MA
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South Shore Health Honored with Guard and Reserve Patriot Award

The award is recognition for South Shore Health's support and commitment to the women and men who serve our country in the armed forces.
News & Media

Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston / Quincy

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Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston / Quincy
1900 Crown Colony Drive
Quincy, MA 02169
United States
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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 needed for critically ill patients.
News & Media

Mary Ellen O'Brien, MD, MBA

Dr. Mary Ellen O'Brien

Locations

South Weymouth, MA
Bio

I enjoy the challenge of the diagnostic process of medicine, which is one of the many reasons I have chosen to work as a nocturnist, which is a hospital-based physician who works overnight. In my free time, I've been known to read books about the American Revolution and Colonial Period, or attend hard rock/metal concerts. Also, '90s music is in my head all of the time. 

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Update: Nonessential Elective Procedures in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has released updated guidance to hospitals in order to better preserve resources at this time. Effective December 27, 2021, all hospitals – including South Shore Hospital, are directed to postpone or cancel all nonessential elective procedures which are...
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John J Froio, MD

john J. Froio, MD, FACS, Surgeon

Locations

Weymouth, MA
Norwell, MA
Bio

Having grown up on the South Shore, it is a pleasure to care for patients of this region. I served in the US Navy following medical school and completed my surgical training through the Navy. Following multiple military assignments, I chose to return to the area in order to serve my local community and reside closer to my family. 

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