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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is self-administered by the patient using a mask inhaler giving them complete control during labor. A patient simply takes a few breaths of the nitrous oxide at the beginning of a contraction to help alleviate the pain, and within a minute it leaves her system. Unlike an epidural, nitrous oxide can be administered within minutes of a patient choosing to use it. Nitrous oxide is ideal for patients early in labor before they get an epidural, for patients who do not want an epidural or for patients who are too close to delivery to get an epidural. In addition to having little to no side effects on the patient or baby, nitrous oxide also allows patients more opportunity for movement during the delivery process.
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Deciding to have surgery - Surgical Weight Management | Salem Hospital
Discover one patient's empowering experience within the Surgical Weight Management Program at Salem Hospital. However, it is nonetheless important for any patient to exhaust all medical approaches to weight loss through diet and exercise first. Fortunately, many patients report that their cravings for certain foods change over time. In our monthly support groups patients draw strength from each other and benefit from ongoing education provided within the group. We also provide personal counseling with a professional experienced in working with patients who have had weight loss surgery.
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Patient Safety | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
This is part of our safety system to verify that the right patient is receiving the right treatment. While you are our patient in the hospital, all your medications will be: Before your nurse gives you your medication, he or she may scan a barcode on your patient bracelet and on the medication itself. We screen every patient for the risk of falls upon entry to the hospital and regularly thereafter. Patient beds are kept in the lowest position possible
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
The bi weekly appointments typically have four patients or more and start with a five-minute orientation about the plan for the appointment. All patients sign a confidentiality agreement not to share information about other patients. A medical assistant takes the blood pressure readings of all patients and then Dr. Parseghian reviews each patient’s case, asking and answering questions. Then the doctor or nutritionist educates the group about a specific subject and the patients share tips or challenges. In a patient with Type 2 diabetes, the pancreas does not secrete sufficient insulin, and the body is resistant to it.
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Doctors North Shore - Salem Hospital
Doctors North Shore patients depend on include pediatric primary care doctors, who care for infants through adolescents. Many patients find that their family medicine doctors have a better understanding of the family's health history, enabling them to provide more effective care. To find the right doctors, North Shore patients can use Find a Doctor search. Primary care doctors are the most significant physician for a patient. Primary care doctors see patients most often and have the most detailed understanding of a patient's overall health.
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Fused with natural light and designed for an ideal patient experience, the décor includes glass panels etched with images from the former Union Hospital Healing Garden that bring a relaxing and therapeutic feeling of nature into the new space. This beautiful facility is the culmination of a plan to provide the local community with safe, convenient, patient-friendly access to the medical services they use most,” says David J. Roberts, M.D., President of North Shore Medical Center, a member of Mass General Brigham. “It is supported by a state-of-the-art, acute care community hospital in Salem and the full spectrum of exceptional ... Walk-ins are always welcome, however, patients are encouraged to check in online or by phone. Should patients require follow-up care, they may be referred to primary or specialty care physicians. Mass General Brigham is a non-profit organization that is committed to patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community.
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Oncologist Karen Krag Brings Experience as Both Physician and Patient to Role as 2014 Cancer WALK Co-Chair. In an instant, my life changed,” Karen Krag in blue, with a patient recalls. “I had to stop my medical practice and change from caregiver to patient.” In her 30 years as an oncologist, Karen Krag, M.D., has always empathized with her patients—to help them cope with their diagnoses, make decisions about their treatment and manage the effects of cancer on their physical and emotional health. In an instant, my life changed,” she recalls. “I had to stop my medical practice and change from caregiver to patient.” My cancer is a part of my life now, but it isn’t my whole life,” says Dr. Krag. “Like my patients, I do my best to live with my diagnosis and to fully enjoy and appreciate where I am today.”
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Patients who pay a $1,500 annual membership fee enjoy an enhanced level of service, which includes same-day appointments and 24/7 access to their physician by email or cell phone. Patient appointments run no less than 30 minutes and often last an hour so that patients can discuss their medical concerns in more detail. It’s a level of personalized, one-on-one attention that really makes me feel like I’m his only patient.” The lighter patient load leaves her more time to organize wellness events and lectures on nutrition, complementary therapies, yoga and other exercise options. Our more than 200 exceptional physicians, nurse practitioners and healthcare professionals treat patients in 17 locations throughout Boston's North Shore. #nspg.
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Salem Hospitals, North Shore Doctor - Salem Hospital
Your care team and other staff will wear a facility-issued face mask during direct interactions with patients in patient rooms and other clinical care areas where direct care is provided. Patients and visitors will be strongly encouraged to wear a facility-issued face mask during direct interactions with staff in patient rooms and clinical care areas where direct care is provided. Patients and visitors do not have to mask if they prefer not to.
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Medical Records | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
The medical records offices are not available for patient walk-in services. To access your records or request additional records, you may do so through Mass General Brigham Patient Gateway. For fastest service, please provide an email address in your request to deliver the copies via secure email or indicate delivery to your Patient Gateway account. If the patient is a minor or unable to give consent, the signature of a parent, guardian or other legal representative is required. To request medical records of a deceased patient, the request must be accompanied by authorization from the executor of the estate.
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Employee Recognition | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Several of our departments have annual award ceremonies, and we also have an employee recognition program called "Made Someone's Day," where patients and families may honor staff. Patients and their family members are welcome to contact us to tell us about great care provided by one of our employees. The DAISY Award is an International award that honors the superhuman work that nurses do for patients and families every day. DAISY stands for Diseases Attacking the Immune System, and is an award that recognizes the exquisite care nurses provide to patients and families. The Sunshine Award recognizes our remarkable Patient Care Associates PCAs and support staff who partner with nurses to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients.
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Press Item Salem Hospital Mass General Brigham. 'A' grade for Patient Safety at North Shore Medical Center North Shore Medical Center NSMC has been awarded an ‘A’ grade for patient safety by the Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety. We have an incredible team here who are so dedicated to our patients,” said David J. Roberts, M.D., president of NSMC. “Even in this demanding year of COVID-19, they have made sure that our patients receive the highest quality care. We are extremely grateful to hospital leadership and health care workers who have remained steadfast in prioritizing patient safety as our nation battles COVID-19,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of The Leapfrog Group. “This ‘A’ is a testament to those who work for North Shore Medical Center and their commitment to putting patient safety first. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog's other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections.
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Visitor Information | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Hospitalized patients may have two visitors at a time. One patient visitor or support person is preferred in select outpatient areas, however up to two visitors/support people may be allowed. Some outpatient areas still allow only allow one patient visitor or support person. Parents/guardians of patients under 18, attorneys of patients, and companions for patients with physical/intellectual disabilities. Special Care Nursery – Two parents or one parent and one support person may accompany/visit a neonatal patient.
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Salem Hospital earns another ‘A’ grade for Patient Safety Salem, MA, November 10, 2021 – Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, has again been awarded an 'A' grade for patient safety by the Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety. I thank the leadership and staff of Salem Hospital for its commitment to prioritizing patients and their safety, especially during these trying times." The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog's other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. Mass General Brigham is a non-profit organization that is committed to patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community.
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
SALEM–Salem Hospital has received approval from the Department of Public Health to add 24 private patient rooms, netting the hospital an additional 13 medical-surgical beds, and improving the patient experience. Offering more private rooms is a significant improvement in our patients’ experience,” said David J. Roberts, MD, President of Salem Hospital. “The additional space enables us to admit patients more quickly from the emergency rooms and cuts down on wait times. It also enables us to convert our few remaining four-bed rooms into double rooms and provide more privacy for our patients and their visitors.” Data from Salem Hospital shows the length of stay for admitted patients has increased since the onset of the pandemic, suggesting that those requiring inpatient care are sicker than they were previously. Patients who deferred care, particularly preventative care, are arriving at the hospital with more serious illnesses and therefore are occupying beds longer.
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Thanks to the generosity of Salem Hospital supporters, internal medicine residentsat the hospital are finding innovative opportunities to train, build confidence andadvance patient care. The sim lab is fantastic in what it offers: that aninterprofessional group can come together and respondin coordinated and seamless fashion for a patient whois actively deteriorating,” Dr. Hinrichsen says. “This labhas enabled our teams to improve their efficacy andresponse in real time. Our quality metrics have improved,and we’re taking better care of patients because we’reproviding teams with this opportunity.” In the quality improvement program, residents havethe chance to explore needs at the local level that havedirect impacts on patient care. workshops and simulations to understand how tobreak through barriers, destigmatize the illness andhelp patients obtain proper treatments.
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Family Practice Doctors - Salem Hospital
Patients are typically referred to specialists at Salem Hospital, or to specialists at the Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center. Connect with family practice doctors through Patient Gateway. Many of our North Shore primary care doctors use an online portal called Patient Gateway that provides patients with a secure and convenient way to manage their health and their relationship with their North Shore doctor. Patient Gateway also provides patients with access to their online medical record, including information about medications, allergies and lab results. This electronic medical record can help improve care by streamlining communication between patients, family practice doctors and hospitals.
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Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
As an organization, we have created a number of new opportunities for our patients and families to be involved in the care we provide,” says Martha Page, R.N., Director of Patient Safety. By way of example, she cites the patient-centered rounding that currently takes place in the intensive care units and cardiac surgery unit; the new IPACE care model on Davenport 5 that centers around patient and family involvement; and the inclusion of patients on several process improvement teams. Another forum for members of the North Shore community to have a voice in the care delivery and safety programs at NSMC is the Patient Family Advisory Council PFAC. Meeting on a monthly basis, the committee has been involved in a variety of projects to date, including the creation of a medication safety brochure and a new website offering information on patient safety and other related topics. The group is also creating a new recognition award to honor excellence in delivering patient-centered care. “Patients, families and community members play an extremely important role in enhancing the quality of care we deliver,” says Page. “Their firsthand knowledge is invaluable and I encourage any staff member or team looking for perspective on a project or initiative to consider runn...
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Patient and Family Feedback | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Patient and Family Feedback Salem Hospital Mass General Brigham. Patient and Family Feedback Salem Hospital Mass General Brigham. Patient feedback is extremely important because it keeps us informed and gives us the opportunity to make improvements where needed. If you have a concern, complaint, or feedback about your experience at Salem Hospital, please contact Patient and Family Relations: We welcome nominations by patients and family members, visitors, and staff.
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Why Choose Us? | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
Salem Hospital offers sophisticated MRI imaging that provides a comfortable and supportive experience for our patients. Our compassionate and supportive clinical teams are dedicated to organizing care plans around the needs of each patient and their family. Mass General Brigham Patient Gateway, the online patient portal available to all Mass General Brigham patients, makes it easy to make appointments, get test results, renew prescriptions, and connect with physicians. Our orthopedic surgical navigators offer extra support and communication for patients and families undergoing more complex care. All staff on these inpatient units are experienced in caring for orthopedic patients.
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