The medical oncology team at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health—focuses on you. From diagnosing your cancer and developing your treatment plan to coordinating your overall care, the team collaborates with the Center’s surgeons, radiation oncologists, pathologists and other...

The Pediatrics Team at South Shore Medical Center features experienced physicians and advanced practice clinicians (physician assistants and nurse practitioners) who are experts in the health needs of infants, children, and teens/young adults. Our physicians and NPs work hand-in-hand with our nurses...

From the SSH annual dinner dance, Christopher T. Ducko, MD, President of the Medical Staff, Brad Sampson, MD, Immediate Past President, Sarah McSweeney-Ryan, MD, 1st Vice President of the Medical Staff, Former Presidents Michael Ayers, MD and Justin Campbell, MD. For more photos from the annual...

Many cancer patients will undergo some type of surgery as part of their treatment plan. In some cases, surgery is the only treatment required, while in other cases, surgery may be combined with chemotherapy or radiation as part of an overall treatment plan. Patients may need surgery for a variety of...

Patients of South Shore Medical Center can access a variety of specialties within the practice, making coordinated care between providers smooth and easy. Our highly skilled providers build lasting, supportive relationships with patients and our community. Our facilities are enhanced by state-of-the...

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...

The Breast Care Center provides comprehensive healthcare in a welcoming and patient-centered environment. Services include consultations for benign breast conditions, diagnostic imaging, high-risk and genetic counseling services, and comprehensive breast cancer care and treatment. Complete breast...