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- Treatment For Hyperhidrosis - Salem Hospital
- North Shore patients of Dr. Allan may receive treatment close to home at his Salem campus office, or they may choose to see him in Boston. Patients experiencing excessive sweating are encouraged to get a diagnosis and learn options for hyperhidrosis treatment. Treatment for hyperhidrosis is determined by physicians in consultation with patients. The age, overall health and medical history of the patient Patients seeking treatment for hyperhidrosis are encouraged to consult first with their primary care doctor.
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- Breast Cancer Surgeons - Salem Hospital
- Our breast cancer surgeons work together with experts from the Mass General Cancer Center in Danvers to determine the best course of treatment for each patient. Breast cancer surgeons manage treatment for high-risk patients. Our breast cancer surgeons work closely with medical oncologists to treat patients who have a high risk of breast cancer. Plastic surgeons perform reconstructive breast surgery for cancer patients. Immediate reconstructive surgery is possible for nearly all breast cancer surgery patients.
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- In recognition of her leadership skills, Dr. Lucas was named medical director of Boston Hope, the 1,000-bed hospital at the Boston Convention Center that served COVID-19 patients. During the first surge of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Salem Hospital care for more COVID patients than any community hospital in Massachusetts and dramatically expanded its critical care capacity. Dr. Gordon's steady hand, clinical acumen and calm demeanor proved essential to patients, families and colleagues at Salem Hospital and Mass General Brigham. In addition, it is estimated that he made 250,000 house calls to patients in and around Salem. 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
- 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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- 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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- Center for Pain Management at Salem Hospital
- By selectively ablating this nerve, patients can experience significant and lasting relief when other treatments have failed. Our dedicated team combines leading-edge technology with compassionate, patient-centered care to help our patients regain function and quality of life. We create individual multimodal and multidisciplinary treatment plans for our patients to reduce your pain and improve your functionality. Our pain specialists use leading-edge technology to help patients find the relief they need. We collaborate with referring clinicians to provide care and long-term management of pain for North Shore patients.
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- Neurology | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Our neurology physicians provide patient-focused, world-class medical care for patients with neurological diseases of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and/or muscles. They care for patients with chronic headaches/migraines, problems with motor control movement disorders, tremors and back, leg or neck pain, as well as a range of other conditions. TeleNeurology videoconferencing and image sharing technology enables our physicians to consult with Massachusetts General Hospital neurologists about a patient's plan of care while staying at Salem Hospital. Our Teleneurology collaboration with Mass General enhances care for both patients and clinicians. Our physicians collaborate with Mass General neurologists to conduct patient evaluations and administer clot-busting medications to those who need it.
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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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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Expanding urgent care and our electronic infrastructure greatly enhances access and will improve patient’s health, says Margaret Brennan, President and CEO of NSCH. Our patients will have easier access to their medical records and be able to connect directly with their care teams. The NSCH staff, Board and patients are extremely grateful to Mass General Brigham for its support of these critical projects. By significantly increasing our efforts, we can continue to help address the challenges and barriers that many patients and families are facing. 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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- 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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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- To meet the high standards of MBSAQIP, the NSMC Bariatric Program met essential criteria for staffing, training and facility infrastructure and protocols for care, ensuring its ability to support patients with severe obesity. We’re very proud to have earned this accreditation,” Jaime Rivera, M.D., Medical Director of the NSMC Surgical Weight Management Program said. “Our patients feel very confident coming to NSMC knowing that we have vast experience performing these safe and life changing surgeries.” Accredited bariatric surgery centers provide not only the hospital resources necessary for optimal care of severely obese patients, but also the support and resources that are necessary to address the entire spectrum of care and needs of bariatric patients, from the pre-hospital phase through the post-operative care and treatment process. The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical education and practice and to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient. Its achievements have placed it at the forefront of American surgery and have made the College an important advocate for all surgical patients.
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- Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss - Salem Hospital
- Gastric sleeve weight loss surgery is an option for patients with clinically severe obesity. The gastric sleeve procedure greatly restricts the amount of food a patient can eat, helpful to achieving significant weight loss. Gastric sleeve weight loss surgery is one of several procedures that our surgical weight loss surgeons may recommend for patients who are clinically obese. Salem Hospital's weight loss surgery program: decades of patient successes. Our Weight Loss Surgery program has helped hundreds of patients achieve and sustain significant weight loss over the last twenty two years.
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Receiving recognition from U.S. News & World Report once again is a wonderful acknowledgment for everyone at Salem Hospital and highlights the commitment and talent of our exceptional team,” said Roxanne Ruppel, president and chief operating officer. “It is a privilege to serve this community, and we are gratified to be acknowledged for our dedication to high quality patient care." Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical outcomes, level of nursing care and patient experience. For more than three decades, U.S. News has been an invaluable guide for patients,” said managing editor and chief of health analysis Ben Harder at U.S. News. “Hospitals designated as ‘High Performing’ by U.S. News demonstrate a consistent ability to provide excellent care for particular medical procedures and conditions, showcasing their specialized expertise as well as dedication to ... The Best Hospitals Specialty rankings methodology and Procedures & Conditions ratings methodology measure patient outcomes using data from more than 800 million records of patient care.
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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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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- Once again, Salem Hospital earns “A” grade : Leapfrog Group gives top grade for patient safety 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. The spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade national distinction program recognized Salem Hospital’s achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care. Our team is incredibly dedicated to the health, safety and wellbeing of our patients and every day, they bring their best to our community,” said David J. Roberts, M.D., president of Salem Hospital. “Even in this demanding year of COVID-19, they have made sure that our patients receive the highest quality care. It is based on a hospital’s performance in preventing medical errors, injuries, accidents, infections and other harms to patients in their care.
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- Gastric Sleeve Surgery - Salem Hospital
- Gastric sleeve surgery is a surgical weight loss option for patients with clinically severe obesity. In a gastric sleeve procedure, surgeons staple the stomach vertically and in so doing remove more than 85 percent, greatly restricting the amount of food the patient can eat. The procedure is performed using laparoscopic incisions to minimize patient discomfort and reduce recovery time. Some patients with a high BMI undergo gastric sleeve surgery as a first step toward a gastric bypass. Performing 200 procedures each year, our team has helped hundreds of patients achieve dramatic results in long-term weight loss and improved health.
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- This achievement reflects the dedication and expertise of our outstanding physicians, nurses, and staff, who work diligently across multiple specialties to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to our patients,” said Roxanne Ruppel, president and chief operating officer, “It is an honor to care for this community and we are proud to be recognized for doing it well.” Hospitals awarded a “Best” designation excelled at factors such as clinical outcomes, level of nursing care and patient experience. Earlier this year, Mass General Brigham launched For Every Patient, a systemwide unified quality strategy that seeks to achieve the best possible outcomes for every patient. For Every Patient is a multi-year, evidence-based, data driven effort that will provide high-quality care that is effective, safe, personalized, and rooted in equity at every touchpoint, for every patient.?
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- Press Item | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- The award recognizes Salem Hospital’s commitment to the association’s in-hospital program that ensures that patient care is aligned with the latest research and evidence-based guidelines. Our team is truly committed to excellence in stroke care, whether it’s through innovative treatments, patient education, or compassionate care. We very much appreciate this award, which underscores our commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our patients and their families,” said Lisa MacDougall, Salem Hospital’s stroke program coordinator. 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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- MRI | Salem Hospital | Mass General Brigham
- With our new, state-of-the art MRI suites, patients experience the most relaxing and comfortable environment. Our newly installed, remodeled suite has features that enhance the patient experience, making it more comfortable. The new suite enables patients to personalize their experience by choosing soothing music and scenes to view during their exam. During the scan, our patients in Salem can enjoy images of palm trees while listening to music of their choice. We have specialty radiologists on staff to meet the unique needs of our pediatric 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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