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Managing Menopause: Treatments for Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Brain Fog and More

Menopause is having a moment. From Amy Schumer’s funny TV ad for Midi Health, to Drew Barrymore discussing having hot flashes mid-interview, menopause talk has become mainstream. And that’s something Ingrid Kotch, MD is happy about.

Managing Menopause: Treatments for Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Brain Fog and More

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Lucy Gallagher: One Woman Challenged by Multiple Sclerosis Finds Hope in Physical Therapy

As an energetic, busy mom, Lucy Gallagher never expected to be diagnosed with Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Learn how South Shore Health's physical therapists help her feel her best.

Lucy Gallagher: One Woman Challenged by Multiple Sclerosis Finds Hope in Physical Therapy

Aimee Gindin's Story: Living without the Fear of Pain, The Rewards of Physical Medicine

Living with chronic back pain can be draining, and Aimee knew the toll back pain had taken on her body. When her primary care physician referred her to the Spine Center located in South Shore Hospital’s Center for Orthopedics, Spine and Sports Medicine, Aimee was ready to conquer chronic back pain once and for all.

Aimee Gindin's Story: Living without the Fear of Pain, The Rewards of Physical Medicine

Caroline McCarthy prepares to hit a tennis shot with her backhand.

Caroline's Story: Both Hands Back in the Game

Positioning herself to perfectly execute a winning shot is something Caroline McCarthy does well. Last summer, however, she never could have imagined...

Caroline's Story: Both Hands Back in the Game

Kevin Connelly's Story

Kevin Connelly of Holbrook was a star hockey player in high school. But he suffered an injury at that time which required knee surgery. It would be...

Kevin Connelly's Story