Saint Anne's Hospital

11/25/2025

Sara Pereira, a physical therapist at Saint Anne’s Hospital, knows first-hand how instrumental physical therapy can be. “Early experiences with family members showed me how physical therapy could change lives, and that inspired me to pursue this career.” Sara spends her days working closely with patients as part of their care team, evaluating their needs, developing treatment plans, and monitoring progress.

Since joining the Saint Anne’s outpatient physical therapy team, Sara has been able to grow her skills, learning specialty skills with the LSVT BIG program to better serve patients with Parkinson’s disease. “I value the supportive and welcoming environment at Brown University Health,” says Sara. “Having strong teamwork, resources and encouragement has helped me grow as a therapist.”

Join a supportive team that helps you grow in your career—visit jobs.brownhealth.org to see open positions and learn more about the benefits at Brown University Health.

11/24/2025

Saint Anne’s Hospital has achieved accreditation from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery. This accreditation affirms Saint Anne’s dedication to delivering the highest standards of excellence in robotic surgery and patient safety meeting nationally and internationally recognized standards.

“Receiving SRC accreditation reflects the care, skill, and dedication our entire surgical team brings to every patient we serve,” said Carole Billington, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, president and chief nursing officer at Saint Anne’s Hospital. Read more about the accreditation on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/news/saint-annes-hospital-awarded-surgical-review-corporations-center-excellence-robotic-surgery

11/21/2025

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ashish Misri, MD, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Saint Anne’s Hospital. In this role, Dr. Misri will oversee quality, safety, and clinical operations at Saint Anne’s Hospital, while providing clinical leadership to support high quality care.

Dr. Misri brings years of experience to this position at Saint Anne’s, along with a deep commitment to organizational growth, physician engagement, and innovation. We are excited to welcome him into this position.

11/20/2025

About 25 percent of people who get migraines also experience an aura—changes in vision, motor control, or speech patterns that precede an intense headache.

Learn more about migraine with aura, what we know about migraine causes, and how to help treat and potentially prevent migraines.

11/18/2025

📢 Take your nursing career to the next level! Brown University Health is hiring emergency nurses for all six of our hospitals, throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, relocation reimbursement, and a nursing leadership team that supports your safety and success.

Register for our virtual hiring event on December 5 to meet with hiring managers across our academic health system! https://intsignup.indeed.com/interview/1597e472-1068-433e-af7c-747905e80a54?_gl=1*8vrvy7*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NTc5NTE1MTguQ2p3S0NBaUFwNE84QmhBa0Vpd0FxdjJVcUpNdVh3N2stM0FYMXpQZEZlMUEzOFBIampJMUdDbkl2SnRybGNOWEh2TjNFSXVKeXZJWU5Sb0MxZ29RQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE3NTc5NTE1MTguQ2p3S0NBaUFwNE84QmhBa0Vpd0FxdjJVcUpNdVh3N2stM0FYMXpQZEZlMUEzOFBIampJMUdDbkl2SnRybGNOWEh2TjNFSXVKeXZJWU5Sb0MxZ29RQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*NzUyMzIxNTQuMTc1NTg3MzcyMA..*_ga*NDY1NzI3MzkwLjE3NDgwMTcwNTM.*_ga_5KTMMETCF4*czE3NjIyODEwODYkbzM1MiRnMSR0MTc2MjI4MTE0OSRqNTkkbDAkaDA

11/17/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. If you have questions about symptoms, screenings or prevention, visit our blog to learn more about commonly asked questions regarding lung cancer. https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/lung-cancer-faqs

11/17/2025

We're pleased to announce that Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital, and Newport Hospital all received an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory centers.

“The teams at Rhode Island, The Miriam, Newport, and Saint Anne’s hospitals, showcase Brown University Health’s commitment to delivering outstanding patient care across our facilities,” said Sarah Frost, chief of hospital operations and president of Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children’s Hospital.

Learn more about this recognition on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/news/four-brown-university-health-hospitals-receive-grade-patient-safety-leapfrog-group.

11/13/2025

Employees gathered for Paws & Purpose last week with a visit from our pet therapy puppy friends. Employees were also treated to BROWNies! This event served as a meaningful reminder of the importance of pausing and embracing purposeful encounters. Taking time to reflect allowed staff to reconnect with gratitude, compassion, and the core values that drive our work. The presence of puppies brought joy and warmth, creating a calming environment for mindfulness and connection. Moments like these encourage the importance of caring for ourselves, one another, and the patients and families we serve.

11/12/2025

Dr. Matthew Ballenberger discusses the risks associated with sleep apnea. If you suspect you have sleep apnea, discuss your concerns with your primary care provider and schedule a sleep test. Learn more about sleep apnea on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/sleep-apnea-causes-symptoms-and-treatment-options

11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice.

At Brown University Health, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all Veterans—including our patients, team members, and community heroes—for protecting our freedom and inspiring us with their service.

11/10/2025

We're celebrating Security Week at Saint Anne's! Our security team is dedicated to keep the Saint Anne's community safe through their constant vigilance and compassion. Their presence provides comfort and reassurance by helping to create a secure environment. Thank you for keeping us safe!

11/07/2025

📢 Calling soon-to-be registered nurses! Join us on Thursday, November 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for our new graduate registered nurse hiring event!

Meet with hiring managers and interview in person for RN opportunities across the Brown University Health system. Full-time and part-time positions available.

Walk-ins are always welcome! Plus, all event attendees will automatically be entered into a raffle for a $100 FIGS gift card! Register online: https://f.mtr.cool/xqhwhjzjas