Care New England Health System

04/09/2026

Please join us in welcoming two exceptional surgeons to Care New England.

Dr. Travis Cotton joins as chief of endocrine surgery, leading the new Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery Program with more than a decade of experience and over 400 procedures performed each year.

Dr. Rachel E. Beard joins as division chief of Hepatobiliary and Pancreas Surgery, bringing expertise in surgical oncology and advanced minimally invasive techniques to treat complex conditions of the liver, pancreas, and gastrointestinal system.

We’re excited to have them on our team and expand access to specialized surgical care in our community.

04/07/2026

PROVIDENCE – Women & Infants Hospital was ranked No. 17 in the United States on Money’s “2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care” report. The annual ranking considers care before, during and after birth, the hospital noted in an announcement last week, as well as patient satisfaction, safety ...

04/07/2026

Care New England was proud to take part in Providence Business News' 2026 Health Care Heroes and Spring Health Care Summit.

At the summit, Dr. Ana Tuya Fulton contributed to an important conversation on the future of care in Rhode Island. We’re especially proud to recognize and congratulate our Health Care Heroes: Dr. Michael Lee of Kent Hospital and Diane Medeiros Gomes of Butler Hospital.

Their recognition reflects the impact our teams make every day across Rhode Island—caring for patients, supporting one another, and showing up for our communities.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q049ScD20

03/16/2026

Last Friday, we hosted our Community-Centered Care Summit, bringing together health care providers, community leaders, and local organizations to collaborate on improving health outcomes and expanding access to care across our community.

The event concluded with the Advancing Excellence in Equitable Care Awards, recognizing individuals and teams for outstanding contributions to health equity.

Congratulations to this year’s recipients:
• Advancing Excellence in Equitable Care Leader Award: Dr. Mary Beth Sutter, FAAFP, Care New England Medical Group, for her innovative programs supporting mothers and families and strengthening outcomes in underserved communities.
• Advancing Excellence in Equitable Care Team Award: The Providence Center’s Assertive Community Treatment, Registration, Quality Improvement, and Outpatient Programs teams, whose data-driven work helped nearly eliminate a gap in primary care access for Black male clients.

We also celebrated Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, which received Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island’s inaugural People4Equity Designation in recognition of its work to reduce disparities in maternal health.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in advancing more equitable care for our community

03/12/2026

Colorectal cancer is more common — and more preventable — than many people realize.

Screening can stop cancer before it starts. Don’t wait to start the conversation. Talk to your provider about when screening is right for you.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q045bhQh0

03/11/2026

During a recent interview with WPRI 12 Health, Dr. Melissa Murphy, executive chief of surgery at Care New England, spoke about a concerning trend: colorectal cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger adults.

She also shared the importance of not ignoring symptoms and reminded viewers that regular screenings should begin at age 45 for average-risk adults.

Watch the full interview to learn more about the warning signs and why early screening matters:

According to the American Cancer Society, 20% of all new colon cancer cases happen in people under the age of 55. That’s compared to about 10% back in the 1990s.

03/06/2026

Today, teams across Care New England participated in Dress in Blue Day to help raise awareness of colorectal cancer prevention and screening.

We’re proud to stand together in support of education, early detection, and better health for the communities we serve.

Take a moment to learn more about your screening options—it could make a lifesaving difference.

03/03/2026

Colorectal cancer is being diagnosed in younger adults, and screening now begins at age 45 — not 50.

Dr. Nnenna Okpara and Dr. Mariam Fayek of Women & Infants Hospital share why earlier screening matters. Colonoscopies can detect and remove polyps before they become cancerous.

If you’re 45+, it’s time to schedule your screening.

02/24/2026

With the historic blizzard making travel difficult across Rhode Island, our teams found a way.

Care New England team members strapped on skis and boots to reach patients, highlighting the dedication of healthcare workers even in the toughest conditions.

Pictured here are Dr. Kalin Gregory-Davis and Dr. Adam Lewkowitz, Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, and Dr. Felipe Vivas, Kent Hospital. Thank you to everyone across our system who worked together to keep care moving forward during the storm.

Read the full story from NBC 10 WJAR:
https://hubs.ly/Q044wkgh0

02/20/2026

Nearly a third of Kent Hospital’s surgical patients are older adults, which is why earning Geriatric Surgery Verification through the American College of Surgeons matters.

Dr. Melissa Murphy, Interim Chief Medical Officer at Kent Hospital and Chief of Surgery for Care New England Health System, shares how this nationally recognized program is helping us deliver safe, more coordinated care.

Watch here: https://hubs.ly/Q043RtMj0

02/19/2026

February is American Heart Month — a reminder to be aware of your heart health, learn the signs, and take action when something doesn’t feel right.

Care New England’s Cardiology team offers comprehensive, expert care across prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, using advanced technology and a patient-centered approach at every step.

Learn more about heart care at Care New England: https://hubs.ly/Q043Hthp0

02/17/2026

Care New England Health System 🤝 Rhode Island College

We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership to strengthen Rhode Island’s healthcare technology workforce and accelerate innovation, advancing the state’s emerging digital health ecosystem.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3ZA2RUz