Newport Hospital

05/12/2026

We are proud of our Newport Hospital physicians who have been named to Rhode Island Monthly’s 2026 Top Doctors list. Congratulations to all of our outstanding honorees! 👏

We're pleased to announce that 243 Brown University Health physicians were named to this year's Top Doctors list in Rhode Island Monthly! Every year, Rhode Island Monthly asks doctors licensed in Rhode Island to vote for doctors they would trust to care for their family and friends in a range of specialties. This recognition of each physician's excellence, as noted by their peers, is an incredible honor. Congratulations to all the 2026 Top Doctors of Rhode Island! https://www.brownhealth.org/top-docs-2026

05/11/2026

May is Women's Health Month! Dr. Meredith Wasserman is sharing expert tips to help manage overactive bladder and improve quality of life.

What’s new, what’s treatable and why May — Women’s Health Month — is the perfect time to seek care for urinary incontinence.

05/08/2026

Thanks to support from the Frederick Henry Prince Memorial Fund at Newport Hospital, Norman Bird Sanctuary is launching a free field trip pilot program for 7th graders—giving students the chance to learn, explore, and connect with nature at no cost.

The Norman Bird Sanctuary is rolling out a new program that will bring 7th-grade students onto its 300-acre campus for free, blending field science, exercise and mental wellness into a single morning outdoors. The initiative, called “Ecosystem Explorers,” is funded by a grant from the Frederick ...

05/07/2026

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Ravi Nadimpalli, Provider of the Quarter at Newport Hospital! 🎉 Dr. Nadimpalli is known for his compassionate bedside manner and supporting our endoscopy and perioperative teams, Dr. Nadimpalli goes above and beyond for both patients and colleagues. Congratulations Dr. Nadimpalli!

Congratulations to Mark Marsden, respiratory care practitioner, for receiving the excellence in customer service award! Whether Mark is helping his colleagues navigate challenges or providing exceptional bedside care, Mark’s positive attitude and willingness to jump in make a difference every day. Congratulations Mark! 🎉

05/06/2026

Today is the start of National Nurses Week, an annual celebration of the outstanding individuals who are drawn to nursing. Across the Brown University Health system, our nurses are at the heart of the mission to deliver exceptional care. We are deeply grateful for and appreciate our nurses' commitment to their patients and community.

If you'd like to share a message of gratitude or support for our nurses, please visit
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05/05/2026

Last week, Newport Hospital celebrated Patient Experience Week, recognizing the staff and providers who go above and beyond to deliver "Wow Care" to our patients. Thank you to our incredible team for making a difference every day!

05/04/2026

Bariatric (weight-loss) surgery is one of the most effective treatments for severe obesity. It is not an “easy way out,” and it requires long-term commitment. Decades of research now show that it can dramatically improve health, quality of life, and even life expectancy.

Bariatric surgery can do more than help you lose weight—research shows it helps improve overall health, quality of life, and even mental health.

05/01/2026

Today is the start of Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to break stigma, have open conversations, and remind one another that mental well‑being is essential to overall health. Visit our mental health page for resources, guidance, and care options.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month Find support for every step of your mental health journey. Mental Health Awareness Month is an opportunity to prioritize well-being and make compassionate, expert care more accessible to all. Brown University Health's dedicated specialists are here to support you...

04/30/2026

We recently celebrated our Newport Hospital team for successfully completing the Joint Commission survey — with no condition‑level findings. Over four days, surveyors reviewed departments across the hospital and noted strong staff engagement, and a clear focus on safety and quality. It was wonderful to come together and recognize the hard work that made this possible!

04/29/2026

Not sure if it’s allergies or a lingering cold? Our urgent care providers can help you get answers and relief—so you can get back to enjoying spring. Open 7 days a week, in 5 different locations: https://f.mtr.cool/xujsnqzsei

04/28/2026

We’re investing in the future of Newport Hospital! The da Vinci 5 surgical system made a stop at the hospital, giving our staff a first-hand look at this new minimally invasive surgery technology. The Intuitive team was on site to walk people through the system, demo the capabilities, and share how it will elevate care once Newport Hospital’s own robot arrives this summer. This was a fun, hands‑on look at the innovation coming our way!