Unlike other specialties who focus on a specific type of disease or a particular part of the body, family medicine doctors provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages and genders through all stages of life. Learn answers to questions to help you choose the right primary care doctor for you.

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.

Feeling under the weather? South Shore Medical Center's Dr. Allison Ledoux shares what to consider before taking an antibiotic. Read her tips on our blog!

Ten important questions to ask agencies during your home care search.

Concerned about gestational diabetes? Experts at The Women’s Center of South Shore Medical Center explain what moms-to-be need to know about the disease.

Tempted to skip your child's well visit? The team at South Shore Medical Center explains why you should keep them on the calendar.

Bill Verrier, a South Shore Hospital employee, suffered a heart attack in the hospital cafeteria. Read how his colleagues saved his life in a matter of minutes.

If you think continuous foot pain is normal, it's not. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it's time to see a podiatrist.

Learn more about what drives Dr. Hershey, his vision for the future of Critical Care at South Shore Health, and his passion for giving back.

Signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can vary from person to person, but there are some key early warning signs.