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- Boston Area Hospital - Salem Hospital
- Our patients receive exceptional medical and surgical care, the same as they would expect from a Boston area hospital. Our primary care physicians see patients at locations throughout the North Shore area, as well as at our hospitals near Boston. Our patients receive comprehensive cardiac care, including heart examinations, angioplasty and advanced cardiac surgery. Our department of surgery has been recognized by the American College of surgeons as one of the 25 hospitals in the United States to achieve exemplary outcomes for surgical patient care. You may further narrow your search to show only physicians who are currently accepting patients.
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- Shoulder & Orthopedic Surgery Boston - Salem Hospital
- Our team of orthopedic and physical therapists specialize in the latest non-surgical techniques to help patients regain movement and live pain-free. Salem Hospital offers outpatient shoulder surgery, allowing patients to return home on the same day as their operation. Using the latest technology, highly trained surgeons are able to operate precisely and minimally invasively, providing a safer patient experience and reducing the risk of complications. All staff on the orthopedic units are highly experienced in caring for orthopedic patients. Salem Hospital offers sophisticated MRI imaging that provides a comfortable and supportive experience for our 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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- Cardiac Evaluation - Salem Hospital
- Tilt table, which helps diagnose why a patient may be experiencing fainting spells. The tilt table actually produces a fainting spell, or syncope, under controlled circumstances, allowing physicians to determine whether the patient has a condition known as vasovagal syncope. Patients requiring cardiac surgery have the procedure done at Mass General, while all other aspects of post-operative care are provided through the Heart Center, including any necessary ongoing evaluation. Angioplasty – the quickest method for opening blocked arteries in patients suffering a heart attack. We provide a range of clinical programs to help patients and their families manage their recovery from cardiac surgery.
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- Spine Care North Shore Orthopedics - Salem Hospital
- Back and spine patients typically begin their treatment plan by meeting with one of our physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians to evaluate whether non-surgical treatment options, such as physical therapy, medication, or injections can provide relief. They work with patients to provide the safest and most effective care and collaborate to provide up-to-date treatment approaches. Patients having back and spine surgery are cared for in our state-of-the-art surgery center and most go home from the hospital the same day. Those patients who require an overnight stay will enjoy spacious, private rooms at Salem Hospital with staff who are specially trained to care for orthopedic and spine patients. All of our surgical patients enjoy free valet parking and other amenities.
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- North Shore Doctor - Salem Hospital
- North Shore patients can find a North Shore doctor in virtually any field of medicine at Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham. Patients can also search for doctors by clinical specialty and location; for example, searching for "Salem + pediatrics". Results can be filtered to show only doctors who are accepting new patients, saving time for patients seeking a new North Shore doctor. One of the most important relationships patients have is with their primary care physician. North Shore primary care physicians work in close collaboration with other Salem Hospital doctors who are world-class specialists in surgery, cardiology, cancer and many other fields, in order to coordinate treatment and offer each patient the highest level of care.
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- Cardiac Exams - Salem Hospital
- Tilt table exams: help identify why a patient may be experiencing fainting spells by enabling the patient to faint under controlled conditions. Holter monitors and event monitors: testing devices that determine whether a patient's heart is experiencing irregular rhythms. Patients requiring cardiac surgery have the procedure done by cardio vascular surgeons at Mass General, while all other aspects of post-operative care are provided through our Heart Center. Angioplasty – a life-saving procedure that can quickly open blocked arteries in patients suffering a heart attack. Heart failure program – comprehensive education to heart failure patients to help them successfully manage their illness after leaving the hospital.
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Located on the ninth floor of the Davenport Building, the inpatient oncology unit serves cancer patients who require specific forms of chemotherapy that can only be delivered in an inpatient setting or who need specialized care as a result of complications from chemotherapy. Ray Levesque of Saugus is one of those patients. From diagnosis through treatment, cancer exacts a physical and emotional toll on patients,” says Dr. Weitzman. “While our current facilities allow us to provide effective clinical care, we saw a need to create a more comfortable, supportive environment that will make it easier for patients to focus on their health and well-being." As part of the renovation, the inpatient oncology unit’s six private patient rooms will be redesigned to include family space for overnight stays. He recently spent a few days in NSMC’s recently renovated Phippin Building following a knee replacement and describes the patient rooms there as “spectacular.”
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Unfortunately we see many cases like Sister Burns', said NSMC Chief of Cardiology David Roberts, M.D. "Symptoms can mask themselves as something minor that patients often ignore." By entering through a patient’s wrist instead of the groin area, the patient recovers faster, has less pain and there is a much smaller risk of bleeding and major complications,” said Dr. Roberts. After the procedure, a patient can stand immediately and may even go home that same day. Patients who undergo a radial artery catheterization require nothing more than a Band-Aid on their wrist. To keep Sister Burns’ heart strong and to help her recover, she has joined NSMC’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, which teaches cardiac patients about healthy eating, stress management and how to create and maintain an exercise program.
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- Food and Nutrition | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Wholesome, nourishing and well-balanced meals are an important part of a patient's treatment and recovery. Patients are also asked to please follow the nurse or dietitian’s instructions carefully. Patients order meals through a catering associate, who personally assembles the tray in the kitchen and delivers the food to the patient’s room. A meal may be delayed if a patient is scheduled for a test or treatment. Patients with questions about meals or diet may speak with the nurse.
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- Financial Counseling and Assistance | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Mass General Brigham assists uninsured and under-insured patients who have limited financial resources to pay medical bills they have received following care at a Mass General Brigham facility. Various forms of financial assistance are available, including help applying for financial aid, assessment of all financial aid options, uninsured Patient Discount Policy and a plain language summary. Contact Patient Billing Solutions with any correspondence, including requests for information, offers to settle, disputes, or general notes about your bill.
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- Substance Use Services | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Our approach is patient-centered and we welcome all patients, regardless of the stage of their recovery. Intensive Outpatient services help patients who are recently sober. The Salem Hospital Bridge Clinic is here to support patients on their journey toward recovery. The Bridge Clinic’s mission is to cover the treatment gap between emergency and long-term support by providing timely, compassionate care to patients at all stages of addiction. This transitional clinic works to engage and stabilize patients before connecting them to long-term, community-based care.
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- Chief Resident's Message | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- As an internal medicine resident at Salem Hospital, you will care for a diverse patient population with a wide variety of presentations and pathologies. This allows for a well-rounded learning experience, while also providing excellent patient care. Every fifth week throughout the year, the categorical residents will attend their continuity clinics and build their patient panels under the guidance of faculty at one of the Mass General Brigham outpatient sites. The clinics help care for our local patient population and are located within 10-15 minutes from the main hospital. We have also initiated different workshops as a part of Y-week that focus on training the residents regarding patient safety, ICU procedures, multidisciplinary communication, and high-value care.
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- Discharge from Hospital | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- The attending physician, with input from the team of caregivers, will determine when a patient is ready to leave the hospital. Sometimes a patient will need continued assistance at home or time at a rehabilitation facility. Case managers meet with patients on the day after admission to discuss anticipated follow-up care. Working with the patient and the health care team, the case manager develops a plan for transition to home or another level of care. The day before discharge, patients meet with their case managers and family members to establish a discharge time and plan.
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- Celebrating 150 Years | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- For more than 150 years, our physicians, nurses and staff have remained committed to providing exceptional care and kindness to the patients and families of our community. The cost to the hospital for each patient per day is $1.70. Two rooms are added to the top floor of Salem Hospital for maternity patients. All 75 patients are successfully evacuated to surrounding hospitals and homes. Influenza Epidemic of 1918 sweeps through Salem; hospital sees a 40% increase in patient volume.
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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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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- The system’s strategy is focused on building more affordable models of care for our patients closer to home, while at the same time accelerating innovation through research and education to make breakthroughs more widespread and more accessible for patients. Survival rates, patient safety, specialized staff and hospital reputation were among the factors weighed.
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- The annual ratings, now in their seventh year, are designed to assist patients and their doctors in making informed decisions about where to receive care for challenging health conditions or elective procedures. Salem Hospital/North Shore Medical Center earned a “High Performing” ratings for Heart Failure, COPD, Diabetes, and Kidney Failure, in recognition of care that was significantly better than the national average, as measured by factors such as patient outcomes. The U.S. News Procedures & Conditions methodology is based entirely on objective measures of quality such as survival rates, patient experience, and how successfully each hospital helps patients get back home. 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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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical outcomes, level of nursing care and patient experience. For 35 years, U.S. News has been a leading resource for patients navigating their health care decisions,” said Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News. “The ‘High Performing’ designation acknowledges hospitals that consistently deliver high-quality care for specific medical procedures and conditions. This recognition highlights their expertise and commitment to patient well-being.” The Best Hospitals Specialty rankings methodology and Procedures & Conditions ratings methodology measure patient outcomes using data from millions of records provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This year, among other methodology refinements, U.S. News incorporated new data on care provided to patients with Medicare Advantage insurance and on care provided to outpatients, nearly doubling the number of patients included in its annual data analysis.
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our physicians and staff, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of our patients,” said Salem Hospital president and chief operating officer Roxanne Ruppel. “At Salem Hospital we are committed to serving our community and providing exceptional patient care, while prioritizing patient safety every step of the way, and this is a... The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program based exclusively on hospital prevention of medical errors and harm to patients. Everyone who works at Salem Hospital should be proud of this ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade,” said Leah Binder, president and CEO of the Leapfrog Group. “It takes complete dedication of at every level, and an ironclad commitment to putting patients first. I thank Salem Hospital, its leadership, clinicians, staff, and volunteers for caring so deeply for its patients and their safety.”
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