South Shore Hospital MA

10/24/2025

During Sleep Technologists Appreciation Week, we celebrate the vital role our sleep technologists play in helping patients get the rest they need for better health.

At our nationally accredited Sleep Center, our skilled team works through the day and night to conduct comprehensive sleep studies and identify conditions such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and other disorders that affect overall well-being.

Their expertise and dedication make a world of difference for patients seeking answers and better sleep! We thank them for all they do.

Learn more about our Sleep Medicine Program: https://hubs.ly/Q03PKLRk0

10/23/2025

October 19-25 is Respiratory Care Week!

We're proud to celebrate and recognize each of our Respiratory Therapists for the incredible, essential work they do every day, often behind the scenes.

Their dedication, skill, and compassion play a vital role in the lives of our patients.

Whether it’s managing complex ventilator cases, educating patients on lung health, responding to emergencies, or simply offering a reassuring presence, their impact is felt across every corner of our hospital, including in Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Function Testing, the Critical Care Unit, the Birthing Unit, the NICU, and the Emergency Department.

Thank you for all you do!

10/22/2025

Happy Pharmacy Week to our outstanding team!

October 20-26 is National Hospital & Health System Pharmacy Week, a time to celebrate our dedicated Pharmacy Team – each of whom plays a key role in patient care.

Our Pharmacy Team performs a number of different tasks, including refilling and distributing medication, maintaining patient medication histories, and monitoring medication safety.

In addition, our pharmacists are members of the rounding team in the Critical Care Unit and are integral members of the Emergency Department Team.

Each month, our Pharmacy Team:
• Distributes more than 300,000 individual doses of medication
• Prepares 5,000 medications in IVs and oral syringes
• Verifies more than 160,000 orders from clinicians
• Refills more than 40,000 medications in Omnicell Med Stations

In addition, our pharmacists perform more than 7,800 Medication Clinical Interventions and our Pharmacy Med History Specialists review and update more than 2,100 patient medication lists on a monthly basis.

Thank you for all that you do!

10/21/2025

This week is Spiritual & Pastoral Care Week, a time to shine a light on the important work done by our team!

This compassionate group provides important emotional and spiritual support to patients and families during challenging times.

In addition, our Spiritual Care Team plays an important role in supporting colleagues during times of need.

Pictured (L-R) are Chaplain Emily Hedrick; Kellie Tracz, Manager of Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care Services; and Chaplain Bill Dana.

Not pictured is Fr. Paschal Opara, Priest Chaplain.

Thank you for all that you do!

10/20/2025

Our next free Stop the Bleed® class will be held on Thursday, October 30 at 4 PM.

Join us to learn skills that could help save a life!

Led by our Trauma Program Injury Prevention Team, Stop the Bleed® features hands-on instruction that will teach you how to identify life-threatening bleeding and intervene effectively.

These classes are free, but registration is required.

All classes will be held at our EMS Operations Facility, located at 60 Winter Street in Weymouth. Free parking is available on site.

Register online: https://hubs.ly/Q03NZf9l0

10/18/2025

We're moved by the support of our community!

Funds raised at Friday night's Gala will provide vital support for our emergency and trauma care programs.

Thank you!

We're thrilled to share that tonight's South Shore Health Gala has reached and exceeded its goal of raising $1 million!

We're inspired by and grateful for our community's support of emergency and trauma care services on the South Shore.

Thank you!

Support the Gala: https://giving.southshorehealth.org/site/Donation2?idb=0&df_id=2160&mfc_pref=T&2160.donation=form1

10/18/2025

“Timing is everything. It was on our side that night.”

At tonight’s South Shore Health Gala, attendees heard the story of Michael, a South Shore resident who suffered a pulmonary embolism at his son’s baseball game.

He was revived at the scene by first responders and rushed to South Shore Hospital, where a multidisciplinary team quickly developed a plan to get Michael the care he needed.

"What we have here at South Shore Hospital is extremely unique,” explained Ari Sacks, MD. “We have a very robust department that can offer services that typically are never offered in the community setting.”

Michael underwent a successful thrombectomy and was discharged just two days later – in time to help his younger son get ready for his junior prom.

“I was out of there on that Friday, and it was a beautiful day,” Michael said. “‘Three Little Birds’ telling me not to worry about a thing.”

The 2025 Gala is raising funds for critical emergency and trauma care programs like the ones that saved Michael’s life.

Support the Gala: https://giving.southshorehealth.org/site/Donation2?idb=0&df_id=2160&mfc_pref=T&2160.donation=form1

Watch Michael’s story: https://players.brightcove.net/817598956001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6382572095112

10/16/2025

At what age should routine breast cancer screenings start? What are some of the risk factors for breast cancer? What does the future of breast cancer care look like?

Breast surgical oncologist Ko Un Clara Park, MD, FACS of the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health answers these questions and more:

Ko Un Clara Park, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health answers questions about risk factors, symptoms and the advancements in detection and treatment changing the course of breast cancer care.

10/15/2025

The new Day Treatment Program, part of the Grayken Center for Treatment at South Shore Health, offers intensive, structured support for individuals in recovery.

Learn more about this program, including:

• The structure of the program
• The clinicians involved with the program
• Additional resources for patients in the program

Get more details: https://hubs.ly/Q03NkcLQ0

10/14/2025

As this week's weather shows, fall can be a tough time to exercise outdoors - especially if you're pregnant! If you're expecting and looking for a warm, supportive way to stay active (indoors), consider one of our prenatal aquatic fitness classes. Jen shares what to expect in these classes.

10/13/2025

This week is Perinatal Nurses Week!

We're proud to celebrate the incredible nurses who provide expert, compassionate care to patients throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery, and the postpartum journey.

Our perinatal nurses play a vital role in welcoming new life into the world, offering reassurance, strength, and emotional support during life-changing moments.

From our Birthing Unit to our Mother Infant Unit and beyond, we’re so grateful for all that these nurses do to care for our patients and their growing families.

Happy Perinatal Nurses Week! Thank you!

Learn more about pregnancy and childbirth care at South Shore Health: https://www.southshorehealth.org/services-care/pregnancy-childbirth

10/10/2025

We couldn't let Pediatric Nurses Week end without sharing another photo of our terrific Joseph & Mildred Finnell Family Pediatric Unit team!

Thank you for all that you do, and Happy Pediatric Nurses Week!

(Thanks to Donut King for the celebratory treats. 🍩)