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South Shore Medical Center Celebrates 60 Years of Caring for the Community

At a time when most doctors had solo practices, founding physicians – Frederick Freidman, Donald Garland, Arthur Garceau, Gerald Collins, and Wallace Kemp and Administrator Betty Allen – joined together to create an integrated group practice committed to providing comprehensive quality patient care.

South Shore Medical Center Celebrates 60 Years of Caring for the Community

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Answers to Frequently Asked COVID-19 Questions

Questions about testing? Quarantine? Isolation? What to do after a positive result? Our team tries to provide answers to the most common COVID-19 questions.

Answers to Frequently Asked COVID-19 Questions

Update: Nonessential Elective Procedures in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has released updated guidance to hospitals in order to better preserve resources at this time. Effective December 27, 2021, all hospitals – including...

Update: Nonessential Elective Procedures in Massachusetts

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Three Realistic Changes You Can Make to Take Control of Your Health

You don't need a fad diet, miracle cleanse, or perfect workout routine to live a healthier lifestyle! Dr. Eagles explains what three things you can do to take control of your health and wellness.

Three Realistic Changes You Can Make to Take Control of Your Health

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Why Communication is Key to Making the Most of Primary Care

Primary care doctors are the go-to for overall health and wellness, but there’s a key element to primary care that shouldn’t be overlooked: communication.

Why Communication is Key to Making the Most of Primary Care

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State Approval Given for Behavioral Health Partnership with Aspire Health Alliance

South Shore Health and Aspire Health Alliance have announced the establishment of a clinical affiliation to advance behavioral health services for patients on the South Shore and improve access to...

State Approval Given for Behavioral Health Partnership with Aspire Health Alliance

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CPAP Machine Recall: What You Need to Know

Millions of Americans rely on a CPAP machine for a healthy, restful night's sleep. If you use a CPAP machine, you should be aware of a recent recall of machines made by a prominent CPAP manufacturer.

CPAP Machine Recall: What You Need to Know

Jim Sheehan of the South Shore Shares his Cancer Story

How Colorectal Screening Changed One South Shore Man’s Life

Jim Sheehan never expected to receive a cancer diagnosis at the young age of 54. As a South Shore resident and family man, he now serves as an advocate to his friends, family, and coworkers for early cancer screenings - especially colonoscopies.

How Colorectal Screening Changed One South Shore Man’s Life

Kim Dever, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs, South Shore Health and Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology, South Shore Hospital; Courtney Csikesz, MD, pediatric dermatologist, South Shore Hospital and South Coast Dermatology and Cosmetic Center

Making an Impact: South Shore Hospital babies and their caregivers receive “sun-safe” gift bags from IMPACT Melanoma Foundation and Arbella Insurance

IMPACT Melanoma Foundation and Arbella Insurance recently donated 150 “sun- safe” gift bags to South Shore Hospital’s newest parents and their newborns.

Making an Impact: South Shore Hospital babies and their caregivers receive “sun-safe” gift bags from IMPACT Melanoma Foundation and Arbella Insurance

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South Shore Medical Center Names New Chief of Family Medicine

Khalil Alleyne, MD, has been named Chief of Family Medicine at South Shore Medical Center. In his new role, Dr. Alleyne will oversee the Family Medicine Department while supporting providers...

South Shore Medical Center Names New Chief of Family Medicine

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