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New Law Decreases Barriers to Additional Breast Cancer Screenings
Governor Maura Healey recently signed into law legislation that will ensure patients have access to follow-up breast cancer screenings and exams, while preventing any increase in patient cost-sharing.
News & MediaThe Importance of Maintaining Regular Health Screenings
Yearly screenings are a great way to stay on top of your health, and are important for patients of all ages — even during a pandemic.
BlogThe Lowdown on Colorectal Disease and Screenings (Infographic)
Learn if you're at risk for developing Colorectal cancer. While it affects roughly 140,000 people each year, it is treatable if detected in its early stages.
BlogScreening & Prevention
When it comes to staying healthy and well, regular check-ups and screenings play an essential role. You may dismiss these appointments as little more than yearly errands, but they are an important part of managing health problems and identifying potential concerns. Regular health screenings also...
Five Questions On Skin Cancer, Answered
With more than 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. It’s also one of the most preventable.
BlogOccupational Medicine
South Shore Health Urgent Care offers a number of different occupational medicine services, including pre-employment screenings, DOT physicals, and treatment for on-the-job injuries. If you're a local business, we can work with you to provide convenient health services for your employees.
Gynecologic Oncology
The Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health's combined resources enable patients who are suspected or known to have cancers of the female reproductive tract to receive the latest diagnostic tests and treatments available. Patients who are at high risk of developing those cancers also...
Get the New Year Off to a Healthy Start
Before turning the calendar to 2026, make prioritizing your health your New Year’s resolution
BlogKaren F Peterson, PA-C, BS, PGTP
Locations
Norwell, MA
Quincy, MA
Bio
My mission is to provide the best primary care for my patients to prevent disease. This includes regular follow up of chronic conditions and keeping patients up to date with routine screenings.
It is a privilege to provide primary care and establish long-term relationships with my patients. I believe that everyone's medical care should be individually tailored, and communication is key to providing excellent care. Outside of work, I love to spend time with family and friends. My hobbies include skiing, quilting and cooking.
