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Karen E O'Brien, MD, BS, DMSc
Locations
South Weymouth, MA
Bio
Dr. O'Brien is Medical Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at South Shore Health.
As a Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician, I am dedicated to caring for women and families navigating high-risk and medically complex pregnancies with expertise, compassion, and individualized attention.
I strive to integrate evidence-based medicine with a holistic approach that recognizes the physical, emotional, and social factors that shape each patient’s experience.
I am also committed to advocating for equitable healthcare and improving access and outcomes for marginalized and underserved communities.
Debunking Five Common Myths of Midwifery
There are many myths about midwives based on centuries-old images or simple misunderstandings. Learn the truth about some of these common midwifery myths.
BlogEd & Wendy Batchelder: A Tiny Miracle
Sometimes, the biggest miracles come in the smallest packages. After trying unsuccessfully for many years to get pregnant, Ed and Wendy Batchelder of Bridgewater were shocked when Wendy became pregnant at age 44. “It was a total surprise, but a wonderful, happy surprise,” Wendy said. “We had pretty...
BlogCOVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy is Safe and Recommended
Two years into the pandemic, the COVID-19 vaccine is strongly recommended for pregnant people by numerous professional medical organizations and yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), just over 40 percent of that population is vaccinated against the virus, compared to...
BlogColleague Spotlight: Celebrating Emily Stamaris!
We're proud to celebrate Emily Stamaris, BS, RDMS, RVT as the recipient of the Colleague Spotlight Award for December! Learn more about how Emily, who is deaf, has persevered through the difficulties caused by mask mandates and continues to inspire her colleagues.
BlogSouth Shore Health Receives Accreditation for Fetal Echocardiography
South Shore Health is the only organization in southeastern Massachusetts recognized to perform the specialized ultrasound.
News & MediaBoston Magazine Honors 45 South Shore Hospital Physicians as Top Doctors
Boston Magazine has recognized 45 South Shore Hospital physicians and surgeons across 21 specialties in its 2026 Top Doctors guide.
News & MediaSouth Shore Health Announces Transformation of Two Pediatric Sensory-Informed Care Rooms Through Support from the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation
Made possible by a nearly $142,000 grant from the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, these modified rooms are calming, controlled spaces aimed at reducing stress, agitation, and anxiety for patients, particularly those who are neurodivergent or on the autism spectrum.
News & MediaCOVID-19 Vaccines for Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women: What You Need to Know
The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines has begun across the globe, and there’s hope that we may finally be able to get the virus under control in the coming months. However, the release of vaccines has become another source of stress for women who are pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant, or are breastfeeding, as they wonder: “Should I get the vaccine?”
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