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  • Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Salem Hospital also received the American Heart Association’s Target: Type 2 Honor Roll award, which aims to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke. Our stroke care team works so diligently to deliver safe, high-quality care to our community,” said Roxanne Ruppel, president and chief operating officer at Salem Hospital. “This recognition further underscores their expertise, hard work, and dedication to supporting our patients through every step of their healthcare journeys.” Hospitals that participate in Get With The Guidelines quality improvement programs often see better patient outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates – a win for health care systems, families and communities,” he said. Each year, program participants qualify for the awards recognitions by demonstrating how their organization has committed to providing quality care for patients. In addition to following treatment guidelines, “Get With The Guidelines” participants also provide education to patients to help them manage their conditions at home.
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  • Wellness Center at Surgical Weight Management Program | Salem Hospital
  • They are led by a RD and cover lifestyle, nutrition, and behavioral strategies to help patients prepare for a safe and successful surgery. Patients will be enrolled in these classes following their initial consultation with the RD. If any patient is struggling with making changes to their eating patterns, or if a patient experiences emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, our physicians and clinical staff may refer patients for cognitive behavioral therapy through our Outpatient Mental Health services.
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  • Radiology | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Our Interventional Radiology suite was upgraded in 2023 with a new imaging system for a more comfortable patient experience. This advanced equipment allows specific exams to be performed in a more comfortable position for patients, and with technological enhancements, helps our Interventional Radiology team further prioritize patient safety and efficiency. The Patient Access Services department is pleased to provide prior authorization services for all eligible imaging ordered by providers referring to Salem Hospital.
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  • Cardiothoracic Surgeons - Salem Hospital
  • Patients needing cardiothoracic surgery will have the operation done by an exceptional cardiothoracic surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital MGH, made possible through our decades-long clinical collaboration with MGH. Some Salem Hospital patients may be eligible for video assisted thoracic surgery VATS, a minimally invasive cardiothoracic procedure where doctors use very small incisions to access the inside of the chest cavity. To find a cardiothoracic surgeon, patients may dial 866.644.8910. On the Salem Hospital Find a Physician site, patients can find bariatric surgeons who perform gastric sleeve weight loss surgery in Danvers, for example, or a practice in Salem where a patient can discuss thoracic outlet syndrome treatment with a thoracic surgeon.
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  • Healthcare Workforce Development | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Dietary staff at Salem Hospital lead students through the many aspects of a high-volume food and catering department; from food preparation, to action stations, to serving patients, the students leave with a well-rounded understanding of culinary arts in healthcare. We have offered opportunities in the following areas: Human Resources, Quality and Patient Safely, Business Operations, Revenue Department, Radiology, Patient Access Services/ER, Marketing, and more.
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  • Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • He spent nearly 45 minutes with each of them as he does with every new patient. Such a thorough exam is not only crucial for an accurate diagnosis, but goes a long way toward reassuring patients. Dr. Ingraham prescribed medications—the most common way to treat GERD—which have been effective in relieving the symptoms. “Ten years ago, these patients would be looking at surgery.
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  • Qualifying for surgery - Surgical Weight Management | Salem Hospital
  • According to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery ASMBS and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders IFSO patients with a body mass index BMI between 30 and 35 are eligible for surgery if they have weight related co-morbidities, such as Type 2 Diabetes. Patients with a BMI over 35 are candidates, even if they do not have weight related co-morbidities. Some health insurance plans require patients to have a BMI between 35 and 40 with weight related co-morbidities and a BMI over 40 with no weight related co-morbidities to be eligible for surgery. For patients not covered by insurance, there are self-pay options. While many of the costs incurred during the evaluation process will be covered by insurance, some charges may become the responsibility of the patient.
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  • North Shore Orthopedics - Salem Hospital
  • Patients looking for a North Shore orthopedics consultation will find exceptionally skilled orthopedic surgeons at Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham. We are a Boston area hospital that offers a full range of orthopedics procedures to North Shore patients, including cartilage repair, hip and knee surgery, joint reconstruction or replacement, spine surgery, and more. Our convenient locations mean that North Shore patients looking for an alternative to orthopedic surgery in Boston don't have to travel far to get highest quality orthopedics care. Foot and ankle surgery - treatment designed to return the patient to optimal function and stability at work and home, or to peak performance on the playing field. Utilizing special surgical tools that allow for a smaller incision, minimally invasive procedures usually result in reduced pain, less scarring and less damage to tissue and muscle, which enable patients to have a faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay.
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  • Salem Volunteer Assignments | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Greet patients and families as they arrive for services throughout the Hospital. Volunteers may direct or escort patients to the appropriate areas. Greet patient and families who arrive at the Emergency Department. Assist Transport in transporting out patients to their appointments throughout the hospital.
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  • Nursing Recognition | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • They demonstrate pride in their profession, consistently strive for excellence and behave in a manner that reflects honesty and integrity and maintains the dignity, confidentiality and respect of all patients. The Donald W. Blodgett Exemplary Service Award recognizes registered nurses and patient care associates from Salem Hospital medical/surgical units who care for patients with multiple clinical and human needs, providing holistic and compassionate care. Recipients exemplify a dedication to their profession, a spirit of generosity, true compassion and empathy for patients and a sense of humor.
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  • Salem Hospital Urology Service
  • The procedure is done through the urethra with no incisions and can be used in patients even with large prostates. This allows for a shorter procedure time and faster patient recovery. Patients interested in this procedure or other treatment for BPH can call 978.741.4133.
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  • Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • The NSMC Sleep Center has excelled in core areas dedicated to patient care such as personnel, facility and equipment, policies and procedures, data acquisition, patient care and quality assurance. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates North Shore Medical Center’s Sleep Center on fulfilling the high standards required for receiving accreditation as a sleep disorders center,” said Dr. Sam Fleishman, AASM president. “North Shore Medical Center’s Sleep Center is a significant resource to the local medical community and will provide academic and scientific value in ad...
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  • Advanced Wound and Hyperbaric Center Q&A | Salem Hospital
  • It's rewarding to see my patients get better as a result of the treatments I provide." What Should Patients Expect When They Come to the Advanced Wound and Hyperbaric Center? Why Do Patients Trust Salem Hospital for Their Wound Care? As a patient, you're an essential, active member of your care team.
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  • Specialist Family Medicine - Salem Hospital
  • In addition to offering annual checkups, vaccinations and age-appropriate screenings, a specialist in family medicine can diagnose and treat a broad range of conditions and refer patients to another specialist for treatment. Depending on the age of the patient, other options for primary care include: When patients require additional care, pediatric primary care physicians at Salem Hospital work closely with the specialists at Mass General Brigham for Children at Salem Hospital and the Boston pediatrics department of Mass General Hospital to give patients access to world-class treatment.
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  • Interventional Radiology | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Our Interventional Radiology suite was upgraded in 2023 with a new imaging system for a more comfortable patient experience. This advanced equipment allows specific exams to be performed in a more comfortable position for patients, and with technological enhancements, helps our Interventional Radiology team further prioritize patient safety and efficiency. A gastrostomy tube feeding tube is inserted into the stomach if the patient is unable to take food by mouth.
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  • Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Roberts leaves the president and CEO post after six years, aimed at building lasting clinical process improvements and a culture of empathy-driven, patient-centered care. During his tenure, the hospital has received a Leapfrog safety grade of “A” for 2020, 2021 and 2022, reflecting an enhanced commitment to patient safety and quality. He remained a steady and reassuring hand for staff and patients alike throughout the COVID pandemic which saw Salem Hospital among the busiest community hospitals in the Commonwealth. Salem Hospital is a member of Mass General Brigham, an academic healthcare system founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital that is uniting great minds to make life-changing impact for patients in local communities and around the world.
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  • Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Salem Hospital is a member of Mass General Brigham, an academic healthcare system founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital that is uniting great minds to make life-changing impact for patients in local communities and around the world. 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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  • Hysterectomy | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • Most patients who have a minimally invasive gynecology procedure can go home from the recovery room several hours after the completion of the hysterectomy. Patients typically require several days of oral narcotics in addition to medications such as ibuprofen. Patients usually remain in the hospital for two days or more and require 4-6 weeks of recovery before returning to work and normal activities. Once blood pressure, pulse, and breathing are stable and the patient is alert, she will be discharged home or taken to her hospital room.
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  • Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
  • SALEM, MA – Salem Hospital dedicated a new sculpture on its grounds Thursday, commemorating patients and families who were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and honoring its heroic healthcare workers who cared for the community during this historic and extremely difficult time. When the world was facing fears, and so much uncertainty about exactly what we were dealing with, this team…rose up with compassion, courage and such a dedication to care for patients,” said president and chief operating officer Roxanne Ruppel, “I hope this space, and these sculptures really instill pride in what were able to do together.” In response, several medical units were converted to COVID ICUs to care for the sickest patients, outpatient COVID clinics and testing centers were created, while robust community outreach services were put into place to support prevention, care and vaccination efforts. Salem Hospital was also the site of Mass General Brigham's first COVID sub-unit expressly for mental health patients and their unique needs. Patient and survivor John Akatyszewski, the owner of Ziggy's Donuts in Salem and Peabody, graciously donated refreshments as part of the dedication.
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