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01/30/2026

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01/30/2026

Calling all UMass Memorial Medical Center caregivers! Share why you LOVE your job in the comments, and we may feature your words in a Valentine’s Day story!

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and we’re feeling the love. Tell us why you love working at UMass Memorial Health? Whether it’s your team, your patients, or the moments that remind you why you chose this path, we want to hear your story.

01/29/2026

Congratulations to Cindy Smith, RN, a clinical nurse on the Lakeside 3 Intensive Care Unit, who was recently presented with the DAISY Award!

Cindy was nominated by a patient's granddaughter, who said, "Cindy is an awesome human."

While the nominator was visiting her grandmother following a surgery the previous day, the patient showed signs of having a stroke. "Cindy was present, alert, attentive and immediately launched a stroke protocol within minutes of my Grandma's first signs," she said. "Within five minutes of Cindy's assessment, the attending, resident, neurology, cardiology, anesthesia, two other nurses and a tech all showed up to the room and immediately wheeled her to CT (computed tomography)."

The nominator noted that Cindy explained every step to the family, every possible action being taken and why TNK/TPA (medications used to manage blood clots) is not administered after surgery. "Her calming presence and her constant communication and explanations kept us engaged — alleviating our helplessness," the granddaughter shared. "Managing family and the patient's emergency situation, and coordinating the team with calmness and class, is quite impressive. Thank you, Cindy. We are impressed with your team."

The DAISY Foundation rewards and celebrates the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care our nurses provide every day. Nominate a nurse today: https://bit.ly/489ByUQ

01/28/2026

Join us in congratulating UMass Memorial Health's Dr. Arvin Garg on being named one of Boston Business Journal's 2026 Innovators in Healthcare!

Dr. Garg will be recognized at BBJ's premier event on February 12, along with UMMH's Dr. David McManus.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3LZGYuE

01/28/2026

UMass Memorial Medical Center saw a spike in shoveling-related heart attacks early this week, seeing several patients who suffered from STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) heart attacks and had to be rushed to the emergency room.

With more snow potentially on the way, cardiologist Dr. Youssef Rahban provided expert insight with WCVB Channel 5 Boston News.

"Warm up before you start, use smaller shovel sizes to lighten the load, and take a lot of breaks."

01/27/2026

Why shouldn't you try to work up a sweat in these bitter cold temperatures? Dr. Timothy Boardman, emergency department physician at UMass Memorial Medical Center, spoke with NBC10 Boston on best health practices during extreme weather.

A dramatic drop in temperatures has begun, with frigid weather continuing through Saturday before a foot of snow or more falls on much of New England Sunday.

01/26/2026

Our UMass Memorial Medical Center expert, Dr. Ryan Schiedo, has these helpful, snow-shoveling tips to share.

From when to shovel to where to start (and when to step back altogether), a few small choices can make a big difference.

01/25/2026

For the most up-to-date information on delays or closures at UMass Memorial Medical Center, please visit ummhealth.org/weather-alert.

Due to current snow conditions, some clinic hours and appointments across UMass Memorial Health may be impacted.

Please visit our site for the latest updates on weather-related hours, appointment changes, closures, and cancellations. Information will be updated as conditions evolve.

Thank you for your patience. Your safety remains our top priority.

Go to: ummhealth.org/weather-alert

01/24/2026

With a goal of improving health outcomes, advancing quality initiatives, and creating a more responsive, patient-centered environment, UMass Memorial Medical Center is investing in the future of the Marlborough Campus.

Read about what is planned:

With a goal of improving health outcomes, advancing quality initiatives, and creating a more responsive, patient-centered environment at UMass Memorial Health – Marlborough Hospital, in FY2025 we began the work of transitioning Marlborough Hospital from a stand-alone community hospital to a campus...

01/23/2026

Each year, Pulse Magazine spotlights Worcester's People to Watch — dedicated leaders at every career stage whose impactful work, onstage or behind the scenes, is helping strengthen the city and its communities. We're ecstatic and beyond proud to see UMass Memorial Medical Center's Dr. Cherise Hamblin included in their list!

Learn more about our caregiver's values at work, one of her proudest moments, and what's ahead for Dr. Hamblin in 2026.

See the full list of People to Watch: https://bit.ly/4teD9Tp

01/22/2026

A moment Valerie will never forget — her 95-year-old mom striking the gong after her final cancer treatment, thanks to the exceptional care at UMass Memorial Cancer Center.

"Thank you to Dr Gillis-Smith for the wonderful care you've given her. Thank you to the fabulous nurses for watching after her, and helping her through her path of recovery. From the bottom of my heart... thank you, thank you, thank you."

Thank YOU, for letting us share in this incredible moment with you all.

📸: Valerie Cohen-Cummings

01/21/2026

Happy first birthday to sweet little Yusra! Born at UMass Memorial Medical Center, Yusra arrived through our Doula Program, which is honored to support families during such meaningful moments.

“Even though I’ve given birth before, as a single mother I knew I would need extra support—especially during postpartum recovery. I had a lot of fears going into this birth: the unknowns, the possibility of a c-section, and the intensity of labor. My doula, Christine, was incredible. She supported me with information, listened when I needed someone I could trust, and helped calm my emotions when they were running high. She was truly amazing and so good with me throughout the whole process. I’ve already told two of my friends who are expecting that they should absolutely have a doula too!” - Patient Faizatu Issifu, on her doula experience with Christine Pierre-Victor

Learn more about our doula program: ummhealth.org/doula