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William J Devan, MD

Headshot of William Devan, MD of South Shore Health

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South Weymouth, MA
Bio

Dr. Devan grew up in New Hampshire and received a bachelor's degree in engineering at RPI. He earned his MD at Tufts in 2017 and completed his urology residency at Maine Medical Center in 2022. His focus is general urology and robotics. He enjoys developing a shared treatment plan with his patients. Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with his husband and family.

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Radiation Oncology

Radiation oncology—also called radiation therapy—uses high-energy x-rays to destroy cancer cells while sparing the surrounding normal tissue. Radiation therapy is a part of treatment for about two-thirds of patients with cancer. While it may be used alone as treatment, it is often combined with...

Cervical Cancer Awareness: Regular Screening Key for Early Detection

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine a light on the disease and the importance of regular screening in its prevention. While once the most common cause of cancer death for women, cervical cancer death rates have decreased significantly with greater use of the Pap test, which can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops or detect it early when it is easier to treat.
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Alternative Medicine: A Primary Care Doctor’s Take

Americans are turning to complementary and alternative medicine to feel their best. South Shore Medical Center's Dr. Leyda Delgado shares her personal experience with alternative medicine and how you can safely try it for yourself.
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Urgent Care Locations

South Shore Health Urgent Care practices are located across the South Shore, with six convenient locations to choose from. Schedule an appointment online or simply walk in to get the care you need.

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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How You Can Get a Better Night’s Sleep

According to the CDC, a third of U.S. adults report they get less than the recommended amount of sleep each day. And studies show insufficient sleep is linked to many chronic diseases and conditions —including type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression.
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How to Identify Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

When the summer temperatures soar, it's important to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness. Learn more about how to identify and treat heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
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Amara L Mulder, MD

Dr. Amara Mulder, Internal Medicine, South Shore Medical Center

Locations

Kingston, MA
Bio

I feel privileged to care for patients from age 18 to 95 and beyond. While I base my practice firmly on research-based evidence, I am aware that much is still unknown in medicine and that guidelines evolve over time. Open communication with my patients helps me respect patients' values and health goals.

Outside of work, you can usually find me exploring the beauty of nature with my four young children.

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Lung Health: Diagnosis and Treatment

Breathing problems caused by seasonal allergies can distract us from identifying more serious lung concerns, like COPD and emphysema. Join The Friends of South Shore Health for this informative session on allergies, common lung diseases, and available medical treatments. Our presenter will be South...
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