53 results found for "medical history"
Displaying 11 - 20 out of 53 results
Don’t Delay Seeking Care during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Don't ignore your health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn why it's so important to address all your medical concerns, and how virtual visits can help.
BlogMammography
A mammogram is an x-ray of the breast that is used to detect and evaluate breast changes. Mammograms, in conjunction with breast examinations by a health professional and monthly breast self-exams, are the best means of detecting breast disease at its earliest stages. All of our mammography centers...
South Shore Health Announces Record Setting $10 Million Gift
South Shore Health announced that they have received the largest private gift in the organization’s 97-year history to support Substance Use Disorder and Behavioral Health services and initiatives.
News & MediaElizabeth Brooks, PA-C, BA, MHSPAS
Locations
Kingston, MA
Norwell, MA
Bio
I became a Physician Assistant because I love people, medicine, and teamwork. It is a privilege to be a part of someone’s health care team and I aim to do my best for each patient. I care for patient’s 18 and older by following medical guidelines, research and carefully listening to a patient’s history.
Outside of work, I love to spend time with my family, run and read.
Men's Health: Early Prostate Cancer Detection Leads to Better Outcomes
November is Men's Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight health issues affecting men – including prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, about 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed this year and 32,250 men will die from the disease. Find out about risk factors, treatments and the screening tests that help catch prostate cancer early when it’s easier to treat.
BlogBone Density Scan
A bone density scan is a way to measure the strength of your bones and helps determines if you have osteoporosis, a medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile and are more likely to break. The test, also called a DEXA scan, is a type of X-ray. The test is quick and non-invasive...
Five Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Annual Physical
Five tips to help you get the most out of this important annual appointment with your doctor.
BlogPulmonary Rehabilitation
South Shore Health's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program helps patients living with emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma, cystic fibrosis, or another chronic lung condition to restore health and improve quality of life. Our program combines therapeutic exercises with education on how to manage stress...
The Benefits of Cord Blood Banking and the Pros and Cons of Public and Private Banks
There is medical value of the stem cells in a baby's umbilical cord blood. Learn the options available to parents and pros and cons of banking these cells.
BlogFamily Medicine
South Shore Health’s family medicine providers serve patients of all ages, addressing needs ranging from prevention and routine care to specialized care for the most complex diseases and conditions. South Shore Medical Center's family medicine providers focus on treating each patient as an...
