Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

03/20/2026

Happy Match Day! Congratulations and welcome to all of the incoming residents who matched with Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. We can't wait to meet you!

03/19/2026

Patient Spotlight: Norma Cosme

Diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease at 38, Norma spent years on dialysis before receiving her life-changing kidney transplant in 2011.

Now more than 14 years post-transplant, Norma is thriving. She volunteers, enjoys summer walks, and loves going dancing with her boyfriend. She’s also formed a beautiful bond with her donor’s mother, proof that organ donation creates connections that last a lifetime.

Norma’s message to those still waiting: “Have patience. Have faith in God and don’t give up.” We’re honored to share Norma’s journey and grateful to the donors, families, and transplant teams who make stories like hers possible. 💙

03/16/2026

Happy GI Nurses & Associates Week!

From March 15–21, we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and compassion of GI nurses and associates who play an essential role in advancing digestive health. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to patient care, your professional excellence, and the vital support you provide to patients and care teams every day! 💙

03/13/2026

Congratulations to Donna Loehner, BSN, RN, CWOCN, our February DAISY Award winner at Lahey!

Donna, our Wound, Ostomy, & Continence Nurse, was honored for her extraordinary compassion and expertise in supporting a patient through the emotional journey of receiving an ostomy. From easing fears before surgery to providing hands-on education and heartfelt encouragement throughout recovery, Donna empowered her patient to move forward with confidence during a difficult cancer journey.

Thank you, Donna, for the incredible impact you make every day!

03/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 5th annual White Ribbon Day on March 5 in Alumni Auditorium. Together with our community partners, we took the pledge to help end violence against women and all forms of gender‑based violence.

We were honored to hear from Lahey President Dr. Susan Moffatt-Bruce, Representative Kenneth I. Gordon (21st Middlesex), Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian, and Lahey Security Director Brendan Riley, MS, CHPA, who shared powerful messages about prevention, awareness, and taking action.

A special thank you to our Workplace Violence Prevention Program for sponsoring this important event.

Together, we can be part of the solution.

03/11/2026

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month
This month, we’re shining a light on the importance of prevention, early detection, and education about colon cancer.

Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers with regular screening, and when caught early, it’s highly treatable. Knowing the signs, understanding your risk, and staying up to date with recommended screenings can save lives.

🔹 Talk to your provider about screening options
🔹 If you’re 45+, ask about getting screened
🔹 Encourage your loved ones to do the same

Let’s work together to spread awareness, support one another, and promote early detection.

Learn more about screening and treatment options here:

Lahey Hospital & Medical Center's screenings & procedures are valuable tools for diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal conditions. Learn more.

03/10/2026

We’re proud to introduce the ALTA Platform from Able Innovations at Lahey, and to be the first U.S.-based hospital to adopt this innovative technology.

This robotic, lateral-moving bed is designed to make patient transfers easier, safer, and more dignified. By smoothly moving patients side-to-side between surfaces, it allows tasks that once required multiple caregivers to be completed with fewer staff, helping reduce physical strain and workplace injuries.

The ALTA Platform™ enhances patient comfort while supporting a more sustainable and efficient care environment for our teams.

This is just the beginning. We’re excited to continue advancing solutions that improve care delivery for both our patients and the dedicated professionals who support them every day.

03/09/2026

It's Patient Safety Awareness Week!

This week, we celebrate the caregivers, teams, and practices that keep our patients safe every day. Thank you to all our clinicians, staff, and partners who work tirelessly to ensure safe, high‑quality care for every patient, every time. 💙

03/06/2026

Dr. Jonathan Makanjuola, Consultant Urologist at the Bermuda Hospitals Board and cofounder of The DailyMale — Bermuda’s first mobile men’s health charity — is expanding access to cancer screening and education across the island.

This year, his team brought mobile cancer screenings directly to a local men’s running event, increasing awareness and early detection:

Royal Gazette: Mobile cancer screening a big hit ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4d8fnCy

He has also led free community discussions to educate men and families about prostate cancer risks and the importance of early testing:

Bernews: Free community discussion on prostate cancer ⤵️
https://bit.ly/40LjcpW

Learn more about The DailyMale: https://bit.ly/4rcaOuq

03/05/2026

This Women’s History Month, we honor the women whose leadership, clinical expertise and innovation continue to shape medicine and the health of our communities.

This year’s theme, Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, celebrates the women building a more sustainable future for generations to come.

03/04/2026

Protein is having a major moment, showing up in everything from snack bars to coffee drinks. But how much do we actually need?

Last month, Dr. Amanda Powell, Chair of the Division of Lifestyle Health, sat down with NBC10 Boston to break it down in the segment, “How Much Protein Is Too Much?” In the interview, Dr. Powell shares practical strategies for meeting recommended protein needs through balanced meals and whole foods, without relying on artificially added supplements.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your high-protein yogurt, cereal, or shake is necessary (or too much), this is a must-watch.
Watch the full segment here:
https://bit.ly/4rLB7sr

Protein is having a major moment, being added to all kinds of products, but how much do we actually need?

03/03/2026

There’s still time to say thank you. 💙

The nomination deadline for the The Boston Globe “Salute to Nurses” has been extended to March 6!

In honor of National Nurses Day (May 6), this special section celebrates the compassion, expertise, and steady presence nurses bring to patients and families every day. It features heartfelt letters of gratitude and stories highlighting the extraordinary impact nurses make in moments big and small.

If a nurse has made a difference in your life, now is the time to recognize them. Submit your nomination using the link below. ⤵️
globe.com/nurses