Emerson Hospital Main Campus
Top-quality health care from the region’s leading health system. Emerson Hospital is a regional medical center that provides a wide range of advanced medical services to more than 300,000 people in 25 towns. With a main campus located in Concord, Massachusetts, we’re a 179-b...
Emergency Center Location
Polo Emergency Center The Polo Emergency Center is always open. Located at Emerson Hospital’s main campus in Concord, our fully equipped, 22-bed department is staffed around the clock by board-certified physicians, physician assistants and nurses with specialized emergency m...
Westford Health Center
Comprehensive Care, Close to Home We understand the importance of making advanced medical care accessible to everyone. At Emerson's Westford Health Center, we attract the most highly-skilled doctors, nurses and medical personnel. With more than 30 physicians in 17 different ...
Groton Health Center
First-rate treatment in Groton, Massachusetts If you live or work near Groton, you don’t have to travel far for medical and wellness care you can count on. Our center offers expert primary care, with specialties in internal medicine, pediatrics, diagnostic imaging, radiology...
Emerson Medical at Sudbury
Skill meets compassion in Sudbury, Massachusetts. Few local health centers can match the skill and compassion of our medical team. Add state-of-the-art imaging services and a truly convenient location, and you can see why Emerson Medical at Sudbury is your best choice for in...
Emerson Medical at Bedford
Primary care close to home in Bedford, Massachusetts. Compassionate, high-quality care.
Emerson Health Bedford features a growing practice with highly-qualified physicians and nurse practitioners in a convenient location. Click here to learn more about Emerson Healt...
Center for Specialty Care
A new concept in care. The Center for Specialty Care unites many of Emerson’s best specialists in one place. Located less than a mile from our main campus in Concord, Massachusetts, the center provides expert services for adults and children — and blends cutting-edge technol...
Hermel Breast Health Center - Concord
A Mammography Can Save Your Life Do not delay your screening. At Emerson Hospital’s Hermel Breast Health Center in Concord you have convenient, close-to-home access to this advanced technology — along with an array of other important services dedicated to breast health ...
Cantu Concussion Center
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Cantu Concussion Center has made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, and pati...
Mass General Cancer Center at Emerson - Bethke Location
Radiation Oncology
1st Floor, John Cuming Building 978-287-3290
Enter through the glass vestibule and go straight across the hallway.
Medical Oncology
2nd floor, John Cuming Building 978-287-3436
Enter through the glass vestibule, take a right, pass the Café...
Naka Infusion Center Location
When you or a loved one has a condition that requires outpatient infusion therapy, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital offers expert care at the Naka Infusion Center.
Fax: 978-287-3082
Clough Birthing Center Location
The Clough Birthing Center on Emerson Hospital’s main campus in Concord, Massachusetts, is unique because it offers the perfect blend of two distinct worlds — the highest quality medical expertise for both mother and baby in a wonderfully serene and wooded location close to h...
Clough Surgical Center Location
The Clough Surgical Center is an innovative facility with state-of-the-art operating suites, sophisticated imaging technology, and the latest anesthesia monitoring equipment.
Center for Weight Loss Location
Emerson Hospital Center for Weight Loss is here to help you regain your active lifestyle. To learn more about weight loss surgery and physicians, or to request a commitment-free consultation with our surgeons, sign up for our on-demand info session .
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Blood Donor Center
Donate blood. Save a life.
Thank you to all community members who have donated and are scheduled to donate, it is much appreciated! Currently, all blood donations must be by appointment only. We are unable to accept walk-ins. This is in keeping with social distancing gu...
Yeatts Radiology Center Location
When you and your doctor need answers that diagnostic imaging can provide, you can rely on Emerson Hospital Radiology for answers. The Yeatts Radiology Center at Emerson Hospital
Please call 978-287-3700 for general questions.
Parking for MRI Once you turn into the...
Fitchburg Specimen Collection Center
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the COVID-19 outbreak and for the safety of our staff and patients, the Fitchburg Specimen Collection Center is temporarily closed . Please utilize our other laboratory locations . Emerson’s Fitchburg Specimen Collection Center is within the Pediatri...
Emerson Health Center, Concord
Comprehensive Care, Close to Home
Our expanded Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies offers a variety of rehabilitation services for physical, occupational and speech language therapy.
Services available in Concord Physical Therapy Occupati...
Westford Health Center
Comprehensive Care, Close to Home When you or your child need to see a specialist for rehabilitation or assessment, you’ll find a wide variety of services and specialties right here at the Westford Health Center . Services available in Westford Physical Therapy Occup...
Emerson Medical at Maynard
Emerson Family Medicine Primary Care for children and Adults in Maynard, Massachusetts We provide a holistic approach to primary care for your entire family. Caring for patients of all ages from newborns to adults in a warm, welcoming environment, our dedicated team works t...
Emerson Health Primary Care Concord
Emerson Primary Care in Concord is now Emerson Health Primary Care Concord ! You'll still receive the same exceptional care, just under a new name. Our newest addition, Connie Chen, MD, is now accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, call us at 978-287-7495 . Acc...
Concord Gastroenterology Associates
As of June 6, 2022, Concord Gastroenterology Associates is now located in a new, state-of-the- art office at 310 Baker Avenue in Concord, Massachusetts. The private, spacious suite is just down the hall from Emerson's new Endoscopy & Digestive Health Center. Ample free parking...
Emerson Orthopedic Associates - Littleton
Ailments Treated Emerson’s orthopedic specialists treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions in adults and children, including: Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) Abnormalities of the fingers and toes Back and leg pain, including sciatica ...
emerson primary care of bedford
Emerson Primary Care Associates of Bedford is located within close proximity of the historic Bedford town common. We are fortunate that our office is in a medical building with a variety of other practices, including a podiatrist who is affiliated with Emerson Hospital. We ar...
Emerson Primary Care of Sudbury
REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT Accepting New Patients and Same Day Appointments! Fill out the below form to request an appointment with a physician at Emerson Primary Care of Sudbury. A member of our staff will get back to you during normal business hours.
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Emerson Endocrinology Associates
Emerson Endocrinology Associates has moved into a new, state-of-the-art office at Emerson Medical at Maynard ! We're now just 12 minutes down the road from our former office. You will continue to see your endocrinologist in the new space. The private, spacious suite allows us...
Emerson Plastic Surgery Associates
When you want to look and feel your best, look no further than Dr. Joanna Ng-Glazier of Emerson Plastic Surgery Associates in Concord, Massachusetts. We offer an array of cosmetic plastic surgery, leading-edge reconstructive procedures and non-surgical aesthetic treatments — ...
Emerson Urology Associates
At Emerson Urology Associates in Concord, Mass., we treat the full range of urologic problems, from benign conditions to urologic cancer, including advanced cases that require complex surgical treatment. Most major insurances are accepted. Please fill out this form to reque...
Emerson Internal Medicine
At Emerson Internal Medicine in Emerson's main campus in Concord, we coordinate your health care and provide comprehensive care including physical examinations, routine health screenings and preventive care. We accept most major insurances. Please fill out this form ...
Emerson Neurology Associates of Acton
Emerson Neurology Associates of Acton cares for a range of neurological issues affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. Please fill out this form to request an appointment , or call 978-263-2898 . Procedures and Conditions We Treat You can turn to...
Emerson Neurology Associates of Concord
Emerson Neurology Associates cares for a range of neurological issues affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. Please fill out this form to request an appointment , or call 978-287-7481 . Procedures and Conditions We Treat You can turn to our neur...
Emerson Spine Program
If back, neck or leg pain is interfering with your life, it may be time to visit the Emerson Spine Program. We offer comprehensive expertise in diagnosing and treating spine-related problems — the majority without surgery.
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Hermel Breast Health Center of Westford
A Mammography can save your life Do not delay your screening. At Emerson Hospital’s Hermel Breast Health Center in Westford you have convenient, close-to-home access to this advanced technology — along with an array of other important services dedicated to breast health ...
Cardiac Rehabilitation
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Emerson Endoscopy & Digestive Health Center
The Emerson Endoscopy & Digestive Health Center provides high-quality endoscopic services in a comfortable, convenient environment. Our staff is dedicated to making your visit as pleasant as possible. Our affiliation with Emerson Hospital provides the resources and expertise ...
Compassionate Care Physicians
Compassionate Care Physicians in Maynard provides comprehensive care including physical examinations, routine health screenings and preventive care. We accept most major insurances. Please fill out this form to request an appointment , or call 978-823-0023 .
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Allergy & Immunology
If you or someone you love suffers from allergies or asthma, breathe easy: Emerson Hospital’s team of allergists offers comprehensive services to diagnose and manage all types of allergies in adults and children . We use the latest advances in allergy testing and treatment t...
Pediatric Allergies
When your child needs care for conditions such as asthma, allergies to medications, insect stings or foods, or immune system problems, our pediatric allergy specialists are here to help with comprehensive evaluation, allergy testing and treatment.
You can count on pediatric...
Anticoagulation Center
If you take anticoagulant medications — also known as blood thinners — to prevent blood clots and reduce stroke risk, your doctor may refer you to the Betty Winter Anticoagulation Management Center at Emerson Hospital.
Here, a team of experts that includes specially traine...
Behavioral Health
If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues, Emerson Hospital’s Behavioral Health department can help. We provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient mental health and chemical dependency treatment services for adults in a safe, caring e...
Inpatient Services
When someone experiences the symptoms of a serious psychiatric illness or disorder that requires hospitalization, Emerson Hospital provides a safe therapeutic environment for evaluation, crisis stabilization and treatment.
Our inpatient behavioral health services offer a ra...
Children & Adolescents
While Emerson Hospital does not have an inpatient unit for children or adolescents with behavioral health issues, we do offer services to help young patients in crisis get the support and treatment they need.
These services include:
Psychiatric triage in the Emergenc...
Addiction Medicine
Emerson Hospital offers an array of addiction recovery programs, classes and support groups. These resources include:
Addiction Rehabilitation Program
Our full- and half-day programs offer comprehensive individual and group treatment for adults who are striving to ove...
Bones & Joints (Orthopedics)
When a musculoskeletal injury or condition compromises your — or your child’s — ability to live life fully, without pain, know that Emerson Hospital’s orthopedic specialists offer a full range of expert diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical services.
Emerson’s orthopedic sur...
Orthopedics
When surgery is the recommended option for treating an orthopedic injury or condition, it is good to know that Emerson Hospital’s board-certified orthopedic surgeons offer comprehensive orthopedic care, conveniently close to home.
We have an offices conveniently located in:...
Podiatry
If you are experiencing foot or ankle problems, know that you have access to expert podiatry care at Emerson Hospital.
Emerson’s podiatrists work closely with other orthopedic experts to provide a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to foot and ankle care.
Th...
Hand Specialists
When hand or wrist pain or functional problems prevent you from taking part in everyday work and play activities, Emerson Hospital’s orthopedic hand specialists can help.
These specially trained orthopedic surgeons offer a full range of diagnostic and treatment services fo...
Pediatric Orthopedics
If your child has a musculoskeletal condition or injury, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital is home to the region’s only fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
This means you have close-to-home access to advanced expertise for diagnosing and treatin...
Cancer Care (Oncology)
Collaborating for World Class Care The Mass General Cancer Center at Emerson Hospital – Bethke, makes highly coordinated care easily accessible for our community. The center provides comprehensive radiation oncology and medical oncology services, as well as Mass General th...
Cancers Treated
Through Emerson Hospital’s collaboration with the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center in Boston, we are able to offer you close-to-home access to advanced expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of cancers.
Here at the Mass General Cancer Center at Emers...
Bladder Cancer
Bladder cancer is usually very curable if it is diagnosed while the cancer is contained in the bladder. Almost 75% of bladder cancers are diagnosed at the early, most treatable stage of the illness.
Bladder cancer services are provided through the Mass General Cancer Cente...
Colorectal Cancer
Cancer of the large intestine or colon, a part of the digestive system, and rectal cancers are often grouped together as colorectal cancer. Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer in men and women. Survival rates for patients with colorectal c...
Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic oncology is the specialty that treats cancer of the female reproductive organs, including:
Cervical cancer Endometrial cancer Ovarian cancer Uterine cancer Vaginal cancer Vulvar cancer Other gynecological cancers
Gynecologic cancer services are provide...
Head & Neck Cancer
Head and neck cancers include any cancer in those regions, including cancers of the thyroid, mouth, salivary gland and others. More than 40,000 Americans are diagnosed with head and neck cancers every year.
Head and neck cancer services are provided through the Mass General...
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is responsible for the most cancer deaths throughout the world. Nearly 174,000 new cases of lung cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. each year. The most common cause of lung cancer is cigarette smoking, but some lung cancer patients have never smoked. Exposure to asb...
Blood Cancer
Blood cancer—also referred to as hematologic cancer—is cancer that begins in blood-forming tissue, such as the bone marrow, or in the cells of the immune system.
If you are affected by blood cancer like leukemia or lymphoma, it is good to know that today’s most advanced tr...
Radiation Oncology
Radiation oncology services at the Cancer Center are provided by physicians from the Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Radiation Oncology.
Radiation therapy is an invaluable cancer-fighting therapy and is usually given once a day over many weeks, so convenience a...
Medical Oncology/Hematology
If you are facing cancer, a medical oncologist or hematologist will likely be the specialist who manages your diagnosis and treatment plan, collaborating with other cancer experts to provide coordinated, multidisciplinary care. Medical oncologists have advanced training in dia...
Support Groups
If you or a loved one is dealing with cancer, know that you’re not alone. Emerson Hospital offers an array of groups and services to provide support and connection to others who understand what you’re going through. We also offer classes to help you look and feel your best.
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Concussion Care
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Cantu Concussion Center services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, and...
Integrative Assessment & Treatment
There is tremendous peace of mind in knowing that exceptional concussion treatment expertise and proven rehabilitative therapies are right here, close to home, at the Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center in Concord, Massachusetts.
A team approach to care
The Dr. Robe...
Baseline Testing
Combining sophisticated technology and clinical assessment, baseline testing provides your athlete’s physician with objective assessments that facilitate a smooth transition to recovery and safe return to play, should a concussion occur. How to Schedule a Test To learn mor...
About Concussions & Related Brain Injuries
The Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center at Emerson Hospital specializes in the evaluation and treatment of three types of concussive brain injuries:
Concussions Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) Symptoms of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)
Here is an overview o...
Education & Support
If you, your child or a student athlete you coach has been affected by a concussion, know that you can turn to the Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center not only for expert treatment, but also for reliable information and support. We are committed to raising awareness and inc...
Concussion Tips
When a child suffers a concussion, their brain health is at risk. That is why it is important to get appropriate treatment, right away.
Here are some tips about concussion from the experts at Emerson Hospital’s Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center, a leader in concussion ...
Our Team
Led by Robert C. Cantu, MD, medical director and director of clinical research, our staff combines the expertise of neurologists, nurse practitioners, and neuropsychologists working collaboratively with experienced physical, occupational and speech therapists to help patients...
Critical Care
If you or a loved one is facing a life-threatening condition that requires comprehensive care and constant monitoring, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital has a state-of-the-art Critical Care Unit (CCU).
Staffed by specialists with advanced training in critical ca...
Nurse to Patient Ratio
Maintaining the appropriate number and mix of nursing staff is critical to delivering quality patient care. In fact, numerous studies show an association between higher levels of experienced registered nurse staffing and better patient outcomes.
That is why Emerson Hospita...
Dermatology
You and your family can count on Emerson Hospital’s team of dermatologists to provide expert care for the full range of skin, hair and nail conditions, from everyday issues such as acne and skin allergies, to the most serious forms of skin cancer.
Our dermatologists also of...
Pediatric Dermatology
If you are the parent of an infant, child, adolescent or teen with a disorder of the skin, hair or nails, you’ll be glad to know that Emerson Hospital offers outstanding care from a team of board-certified dermatologists with experience in working with children.
In fact, no...
Digestive Care (Gastroenterology)
Digestive problems can seriously affect your daily life and long-term health, so it’s important to take care of your digestive system. Fortunately, expert help is available at Emerson Hospital.
With a team of highly trained gastroenterologists — doctors who specialize in...
Medical Gastroenterology/ Colonoscopy
If you suffer from a digestive disease, it’s important to know that various therapies, medications and non-surgical approaches can be effective in managing your condition.
In addition to offering a full range of gastrointestinal diagnostic services, the gastroenterology spe...
Endoscopy
When symptoms require your doctor to examine your digestive system, you will likely have a procedure called an endoscopy. Endoscopy is a broad name for a variety of medical techniques used to examine the inside of the body using an endoscope — a flexible tube with an attached...
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Sometimes surgery is the best option for certain digestive issues. Using advanced tools and technology, Emerson Hospital’s board-certified, fellowship-trained gastrointestinal surgeons and general surgeons with colorectal expertise provide surgical care of digestive disorders ...
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Digestive health issues and nutritional problems in children are often quite different from those seen in adults. That’s why Emerson Hospital has a team of pediatric gastroenterologists with specialized expertise for diagnosing and treating digestive disorders in children.
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Ear, Nose & Throat
When a problem with your ears, nose or throat (ENT) affects your hearing, breathing or speaking, Emerson Hospital offers you convenient, local access to specialists affiliated with the renowned Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary—named the #1 ENT service in the entire U.S. by ...
Pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat
If you are a parent in the greater Concord area, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital offers you and your family convenient, local access to a team of pediatric ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists.
From comprehensive diagnostics to medical and non-invasive trea...
Emergency Medicine
If this is a medical emergency, dial 9-1-1. If you are experiencing mild COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 but are asymptomatic, please contact your primary care physician’s office for testing and treatment options. Please do not use our eme...
Paramedics/ALS
When you call 9-1-1 in a medical emergency, you will be glad to know that in critical situations, advanced life support (ALS) paramedics are also dispatched to augment the capabilities of the town-based emergency medical technicians (EMTs).
Emerson Hospital partners with th...
Endocrinology
Endocrinology is a medical specialty focused on the glands that produce hormones—the endocrine system. These hormones control many basic functions in our bodies, including how we metabolize food, our sex and reproductive systems, blood sugar levels, blood pressure, energy lev...
Pediatric Endocrinology
If your child has problems related to growth, diabetes, puberty or other disorders associated with hormones and the glands that produce them, care from a pediatric endocrinologist may be just what the doctor ordered.
Pediatric endocrinologists diagnose and treat hormone dis...
Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition that can affect every aspect of your life. Fortunately, Emerson Hospital offers expert diagnostic, medical management, and education and support services to help you control your diabetes and achieve the highest level of wellness possible. The...
Eyes & Vision (Ophthalmology)
You and your family can count on the board-certified ophthalmologists (eye doctors) affiliated with Emerson Hospital to deliver expert care for the full range of eye conditions affecting adults and children .
Every day, Emerson’s eye doctors help greater Concord residents...
Pediatric Ophthalmology
If your child is having difficulty reading or learning, needs surgery or medical treatment for an eye condition, or a vision exam reveals a problem, you can turn to the pediatric ophthalmologists at Emerson Hospital for expert help.
Our highly trained eye doctors specialize...
Heart Care (Cardiology)
With a team of expert, fellowship-trained cardiologists and established affiliations with leading tertiary hospitals in the Boston area, Emerson Hospital offers comprehensive heart care in a convenient, close-to-home setting.
You can count on us for an array of services des...
Acute Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)
If you or someone you love is having a heart attack—also known as acute myocardial infarction—minutes matter.
A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart is blocked, and your heart is not able to get the oxygen it needs from the blood. Without blood flow, part of th...
Arrhythmia
An arrhythmia is a condition in which the heart beats with an abnormal rhythm that is too fast (tachycardia), too slow (bradycardia) or irregular. It occurs as a result of a problem with the heart’s electrical system, which controls the rate and rhythm of your heartbeat.
If...
Heart Disease
If you have or are at risk of cardiovascular disease, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital provides convenient, close-to-home access to a team of board-certified and fellowship-trained cardiologists who can help you prevent, manage or recover from this condition.
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Congestive Heart Failure
At Emerson Hospital, patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) have convenient, close-to-home access to comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of their condition.
Our team of board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiologists provides expert care and ongoing management of ...
Cardiac Rehabilitation
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, we have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and number of participants in our classes, as well as implemented enhanced cleaning protocols for our cardiac rehabili...
Electrophysiology
If you have an irregular heartbeat—a cardiac arrhythmia—you may need to see an electrophysiologist. An electrophysiologist is a medical doctor with advanced training who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders that affect your heart’s electrical system, which regulat...
Pediatric Cardiology
If you are a parent whose child has a heart problem, you will be glad to know that you have convenient local access to highly experienced board-certified pediatric cardiologists with extensive expertise.
Through Emerson Hospital’s affiliation with the MassGeneral Hospital f...
Diagnostic Testing
If your doctor thinks you have heart disease, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital offers access to a comprehensive array of tests to help make an accurate diagnosis. The tests you will need depend on what condition your doctor thinks you may have.
The tests to di...
Cardiac Treatment Quality Data
Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)
Emerson Hospital voluntarily participates in national programs to measure our quality and performance, and compare it with other hospitals throughout the state and nation.
The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) p...
Home Care
If you or a loved one needs help at home due to an illness, injury or surgery, know that you can turn to Emerson Hospital Home Care for attentive, professional care tailored to your individual health and personal care needs.
Our multidisciplinary team of nurses, rehabilit...
Our Services
You can count on Emerson Hospital Home Care for comprehensive home health services, individualized for your or a loved one’s unique medical and personal needs. Among the services we offer are:
Skilled nursing services
Available seven days a week, with triage service 2...
Insurance Coverage
We understand that navigating the world of health insurance can be difficult. If you have questions about insurance coverage for home health care services from Emerson Home Care, please call us at 978-287-8300 Ext. 8351 or Ext. 8330 and we will provide answers.
Here i...
About our Team
With Emerson Home Care, you have an entire team of highly-trained and experienced home health care professionals working together on your behalf.
This team includes:
Registered nurses who provide comprehensive clinical assessment and care, including skilled treatments...
How to Refer
When you or a loved one needs home health care services, we make obtaining it as simple and easy as possible.
Patients may be referred for home care from virtually any health care setting, including an acute care hospital, a rehabilitation facility, a skilled nursing facil...
Hospice Care
If you or a loved one is facing the end of life, hospice care can provide medical, psychological and spiritual support to help you have peace, comfort and dignity at this profound time.
Our hospice services are provided in collaboration with Care Dimensions . The hospice t...
Hospitalists
When you are hospitalized at Emerson Hospital, your care is overseen by a doctor called a hospitalist—an internal medicine physician who focuses solely on the medical care of hospitalized patients.
A hospitalist will see you each day and night you are in the hospital, and ...
Pediatric Hospitalists
When your child is hospitalized at Emerson Hospital, there is tremendous peace of mind in knowing that a pediatric hospitalist is on site 24/7 to monitor and coordinate every aspect of your child’s care. Emerson’s pediatric hospitalists are doctors who are board-certified in...
Imaging & Radiology
When you and your doctor need answers that diagnostic imaging can provide, you can rely on Emerson Hospital Radiology for answers. We have invested in a wide range of today’s most advanced imaging technology to provide fast, accurate diagnosis. Combined with our radiologists’...
CT Scan
A computerized tomography (CT) scan is a noninvasive medical test that helps your doctor diagnose and treat certain medical conditions. It provides more detailed information than plain X-rays do.
Emerson Hospital uses the latest high-speed, multi-slice CT technology to take...
Bone Density Scan
If you are at risk for osteoporosis—a medical condition in which bones become brittle and more likely to break—your doctor may recommend a bone density scan. Also called dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) or bone densitometry, a bone density scan measures the strength a...
Interventional Radiology
Thanks to technology advances and sophisticated imaging equipment, interventional radiologists can perform minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat disease in virtually every part of the body.
To bring this capability to Concord-area residents, Em...
MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a painless, safe and radiation-free diagnostic test that uses radio waves, magnetic fields and computer software to create highly detailed cross-sectional images of the brain, nerves, spinal cord, bones, joints, breasts, abdominal and pel...
Nuclear Imaging
Nuclear imaging is an innovative subspecialty of diagnostic radiology that provides information that often ca not be obtained using other imaging procedures, enabling doctors to identify disease in its earliest stages.
In a nuclear imaging exam, you are given a small amo...
PET-CT
PET/CT is an advanced imaging tool that combines two scanning techniques—positron-emission tomography (PET) and computerized tomography (CT)—in one exam that not only shows what an organ looks like, but also how it is functioning.
A CT scan combines special x-ray equipme...
Mammography
A mammogram is an X-ray examination of the breast, most often used to look for early signs of breast cancer. Regular mammograms are the best tests doctors have to find breast cancer early — sometimes up to three years before a lump can be felt. It is recomended that women wh...
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging (sonography) uses high frequency sound waves to examine many of the body’s internal organs. When a sound wave strikes an object, it bounces back, or echoes, and an image is produced based on the reflection of the sound waves off body structures.
Unlike X...
Thyroid
An ultrasound of the thyroid produces a picture of the thyroid gland. This gland is located in the front of the neck just below the Adam's apple and is shaped like a butterfly, with two lobes on either side of the neck connected by a narrow band of tissue.
Emerson Hospita...
Pelvic
A pelvic ultrasound provides pictures of the structures and organs in the lower abdomen or pelvis. Emerson offers two types of pelvic ultrasound tests:
Transabdominal Transvaginal (or endovaginal) for women
A Doppler ultrasound exam may also be part of your pelvic u...
Obstetrical
Obstetrical ultrasound uses sound waves to produce images of a developing baby inside its mother, as well as images of the mother's uterus and ovaries. These images are captured in real-time, so they can reveal the structure and movement of the fetus and beating heart.
Be...
Abdominal
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test that produces a picture of the organs and other structures in the upper abdomen, including the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas and kidneys.
The blood vessels that lead to some of these organs, such as the inferior vena cav...
Breast
A breast ultrasound uses sound waves to produces a picture of the tissues inside the breast. This image can show all areas of the breast, including the area closest to the chest wall, which is hard to study with a mammogram.
Emerson Hospital has a team of expert sonographe...
Vascular Ultrasound
Vascular ultrasound is a safe, painless test used to take pictures of blood vessels and blood flow to diagnose disorders of the arteries and veins of the body’s circulatory system.
If your doctor suspects that you have vascular disease, you will be glad to know Emerson Ho...
X-Ray
An X-ray is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose a wide array of medical conditions. With X-ray imaging, the part of the body being examined is exposed to a small dose of radiation to produce pictures of the inside of the body.
At Emerson Hospital, we ...
Bone & Chest
Bone and chest X-rays are two of the most common uses of X-ray technology, which uses a small dose of radiation to produce pictures of almost any part of the human body.
Because different tissues absorb different amounts of radiation, X-ray images show the parts of your bod...
Upper GI
Upper gastrointestinal tract radiography, also called an upper GI, is a painless X-ray examination of the pharynx, esophagus, stomach and first part of the small intestine (duodenum). This exam uses a special form of X-ray called fluoroscopy and contrast material (barium) th...
Lower GI
Lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract radiography, also called a lower GI or barium enema, is an X-ray examination of the large intestine (colon) and rectum.
Lower GI exams are performed at the Yeatts Radiology Center on Emerson Hospital’s main campus in Concord.
Why a...
Other X-Ray Services
Emerson Hospital’s skilled radiologists work closely with other specialists in performing advanced procedures in which X-ray imaging plays an integral role in diagnosis and treatment. These procedures include:
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
ERCP ...
Infusion Services
When you or a loved one has a condition that requires outpatient infusion therapy, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital offers expert care at the Naka Infusion Center.
Staffed by a team of infusion-certified nurses with advanced specialty training, the Naka Infusi...
Kidney Disease (Nephrology)
If you or someone you care about suffers from kidney disease, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital has a team of expert nephrologists (doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating kidney disease) who care for adults and children .
This gives you access to ...
Pediatric Nephrology
Kidney disease can affect children in various ways, ranging from treatable disorders without long-term consequences to life-threatening conditions. If your child is affected by kidney disease, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital is home to a team of pediatric nephro...
Laboratory Services
Emerson Hospital’s Laboratory Services is always working for your health.
Our clinical laboratory is open 24/7 to provide accurate and timely analysis for everything from basic blood tests to complex pathologic studies—giving your doctor important information with which to...
Pulmonary Function (Lungs & Breathing)
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, our pulmonary function department has made adjustments to its scheduling and hours of operation, and has implemented enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for CO...
Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Support
Pulmonary rehabilitation at Emerson Hospital is a comprehensive program designed to help patients with respiratory diseases reduce symptoms and improve physical conditioning. Health care professionals work with patients and their families to better understand and deal with co...
Thoracic Surgery
If you have a condition affecting your lungs or chest (thorax) that requires surgery, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital has a board-certified thoracic surgeon who is skilled in the latest surgical procedures for treating complex lung and chest problems. Surgical p...
Pediatric Pulmonology
If your child suffers from a respiratory disorder and has trouble breathing, know that your child can be seen in your community by a pediatric pulmonologist for expert diagnosis and treatment.
Through our affiliation with the respected MassGeneral Hospital for Children, yo...
Maternity
Bringing a child into the world is a remarkable experience. At Emerson Hospital, we provide an exceptional environment and the finest medical expertise to ensure that your child’s birth is as special as it deserves to be — for you and your family. READ: Giving Birth at ...
Midwifery
When you give birth at Emerson Hospital’s Clough Birthing Center , you have the option for sensitive, personalized care provided by a certified nurse-midwife. An integral part of the medical team, the nurse-midwives focus on:
Prenatal care Labor and delivery Postpartu...
Neonatology
When a newborn baby requires advanced medical care, there is tremendous peace of mind knowing Emerson Hospital is home to the area’s only Level II special care nursery.
Under the direction of a Massachusetts General Hospital neonatologist—a pediatric subspecialist who care...
Obstetrics
If you live in the greater Concord area and are planning to have a baby, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital offers a full spectrum of obstetrical services, conveniently close to home.
With offices in Concord, Leominster and Westford, the board-certified obste...
High Risk Obstetrical Care
If your pregnancy is considered high risk due to complications identified before or during your pregnancy, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital has a top-quality maternal-fetal medicine service.
Maternal-fetal medicine physicians are high-risk pregnancy experts. T...
Clough Birthing Center
Where to have your baby is an important decision for your growing family. The Clough Birthing Center on Emerson Hospital’s main campus in Concord, Massachusetts, offers an ideal, family-centered option: The highest quality medical expertise in a serene location, close to home...
Labor & Delivery
Bringing your baby into the world is an amazing experience, and we are here to make sure you are as comfortable as possible during that experience. We respect your wishes, and will personalize your labor management plan while using the latest technology to monitor your health ...
Skin to Skin
Seeing your baby for the first time is a moment you will never forget, as all those months of preparing and dreaming finally become real.
Here at Emerson Hospital’s Clough Birthing Center, when your baby is born we place him or her directly on your chest for what is called...
Amenities
We want you to be as comfortable as possible during your stay at the Clough Birthing Center here at Emerson Hospital. That is why we offer you and your family an array of thoughtful amenities and services to support your recovery, and make those first days with your new baby e...
Baby Friendly
If you are considering having your baby at Emerson Hospital, we want you to know that we are recognized as a "baby-friendly" hospital by Baby-Friendly USA .
While it has always been our mission to be baby friendly, we took extra steps as part of the worldwide Baby-Friend...
Postpartum Care
Once your baby is born, Emerson Hospital’s Clough Birthing Center offers you a range of postpartum services to help to recover and get acquainted with the newest member of your family.
Private postpartum rooms
Your comfort is of paramount important to us at Emerson Ho...
Going Home
When it is time to bring your baby home from Emerson Hospital, rest assured that we will ensure you are both healthy and ready to begin this next stage of your life as a family.
Here is what to expect, and some tips for a smooth discharge:
Before leaving, you will be see...
New Mother Support Groups & Classes
As a new mom, you are sure to have questions. That is why Emerson Hospital offers an array of support groups and classes.
New Mothers Group
Emerson hosts a special New Mothers Group in conjunction with First Connections, a family support organization that provides comp...
Neurology & Neurosurgery
There is great peace of mind knowing that your community hospital has expert resources to care for a range of neurological issues affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. And that is exactly what you will find right here at Emerson Hospital. Notably, you can cou...
Stroke
Minutes matter when it comes to getting stroke treatment, which is why it is critical to have high-quality stroke care close to home. Emerson has earned advanced stroke certification by The Joint Commission in collaboration with the American Heart Association. The Joint C...
Neurology
If you or a loved one needs to see a neurologist — a doctor who specializes in disorders of the nervous system — it is important to know that Emerson Hospital has a team of board-certified neurologists with extensive expertise in diagnosing, treating and managing these types ...
Neurosurgery
If back or leg pain due to spinal issues are compromising your quality of life, you can count on the board-certified neurosurgeons at Emerson Health for expert care.
It is important to know, however, that surgery is rarely the first-line treatment for spinal issues. That ...
Parkinson's Support Group
If you or a loved one has Parkinson’s disease, it is important to know that you have convenient, local access to a specialized support group. When: First and third Monday of the month, 2 p.m. Where: The Great Room at Newbury Court , 80 Deaconess Rd., Concord, MA Th...
Nutritional Counseling
Good nutrition is a cornerstone of good health. That is why Emerson Hospital’s Department of Nutrition Services offers a variety of nutritional counseling services and resources—whether you are an inpatient, outpatient or a member of the community.
Our expert nutrition c...
Pain Management
If chronic pain is compromising your quality of life, relief is as close as Emerson Hospital in Concord. We offer comprehensive pain management services at the Emerson Spine Center.
Here, a team of board-certified pain specialists perform interventional pain procedures in...
Palliative Care
Today, as medical advances help us to live longer with serious diseases, sometimes the matter of living better gets overlooked.
Not at Emerson Hospital.
Helping patients maintain their quality of life while managing a serious disease is what palliative care is all abou...
Pathology
Effective treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis. Pathologists—physicians who are diagnostic experts—play a vital role in this process by looking at tissues and cells under the microscope (called anatomic pathology) and interpreting laboratory tests (clinical pathology). ...
Pediatric Care
You do not have to travel far to get outstanding family-centered pediatric care for your child. Emerson Hospital has a comprehensive network of highly skilled pediatricians, pediatric specialists and support staff who are available to provide care for your family — right here,...
Frenulum Clinic
We are updating information about our frenulum clinic and will share it on this page shortly. In the meantime, please call 978-287-3003 with any questions about the clinic or to schedule an appointment. For Physicians How to refer a patient to the Emerson Hospital Frenu...
Pediatric Intervention Team
The hospital can be a scary place for a child. That is why Emerson Hospital provides a caring Pediatric Intervention Team (PIT) to ease the fears and anxiety of children — and their families — wherever they are in the hospital.
What the Pediatric Intervention Team does ...
Primary Care (Family & Adult)
When it comes to managing your health, having a primary care physician is one of the most important steps you can take.
Emerson Hospital offers a network of nearly 60 internal medicine and family medicine physicians with offices in 11 communities. These primary care physici...
Physical Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine
Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, outpatient rehabilitation services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning pr...
Physical Therapy
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, outpatient rehabilitation services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, a...
Occupational Therapy
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, outpatient rehabilitation services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, an...
Speech and Language Therapy
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, outpatient rehabilitation services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, an...
Pediatric Therapy
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, outpatient rehabilitation services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, an...
Aquatic Therapy
If you have had an injury or illness that requires physical therapy, you may benefit from aquatic therapy — a specialized form of physical therapy that uses the resistance of water instead of weights. Our aquatic therapy is available in a warm-water therapeutic pool with an...
Neurological Rehabilitation
When a neurological condition affects your ability to function, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital has specialized resources to help.
Our team of specially trained therapists offers comprehensive neurological rehabilitation for a wide range of movement disorders...
Oncology Rehabilitation
While cancer treatment can save your life, it also can leave you feeling tired and weak. To help you regain your strength and functioning, reduce fatigue and reclaim the best-possible quality of life during and after surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy, specially train...
Spine Rehabilitation
When back pain has you sidelined from the activities you enjoy, turn to Emerson Hospital’s specialized Spine Rehabilitation program. In our exercise-based spine rehabilitation program, you will work closely with spine experts to get your chronic and acute back pain under cont...
Pelvic Health
If you have been diagnosed with pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD), you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital has a team of pelvic health specialists — physical therapists who specialize in pelvic floor health — who can help. In fact, pelvic floor dysfunction is a very trea...
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Vestibular disorders can occur for a varity of reasons and from a variety of sources. Not all balance and vestibular conditions are treated the same way. Fortunately, Emerson Hospital has a team of therapists trained in evaluating these types of disorders.
Our vestibular r...
Clinics & Classes & Groups
At Emerson Hospital, our aim is not only to get you healthy but also to keep you healthy — and enjoy the best possible quality of life. That’s why we offer an array of clinics, classes and groups designed to help you live your life as fully and independently as you can.
He...
Keys to Independence Driver Assessment
Deficits in vision, sensation, coordination, and cognition (thinking skills) can affect driver safety. Driver assessment is a great way to help individuals and families determine strengths and weaknesses related to learning to drive or returning to drive after illness.
A...
Aphasia Conversation Group
Community is so important, now more than ever. It can be helpful to stay connected with friends, family, and the people who understand us. Aphasia can make that extra challenging in times like these. That is why Emerson is conducting an online aphasia conversation group. Thi...
Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation (Transitional Care Unit)
If you or a loved one needs a short course of inpatient rehabilitation to help you regain strength and function after being hospitalized, Emerson Hospital’s Transitional Care Unit provides the ideal environment.
The Transitional Care Unit is a skilled nursing facility, lo...
Patient Experience
When you are admitted to Emerson Hospital’s Rehabilitation and Transitional Care Unit, our goal is to help you return home as soon as possible, able to function as independently as possible.
The rehabilitation plan developed by your care team is tailored to your individua...
Care Team
When you are admitted to the Rehabilitation and Transitional Care Unit at Emerson Hospital, you have an entire team of rehabilitation experts working together to help you regain your strength and function so you can safely return home.
Because rehabilitative and skilled nur...
How to Refer
If you are a physician or discharge planner whose patient requires short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation care before transitioning from the hospital to home, Emerson Hospital’s Transitional Care Unit is here to help.
Like you, we aim to avoid hospital readmissions b...
Sleep Center
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, our Sleep Center has made adjustments to its scheduling and hours of operation, and has implemented enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, a...
Surgery
When you live in the Concord area, you do not have to travel far to get excellent surgical care.
When you or a member of your family needs surgery, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital offers a team of board-certified surgeons — across multiple specialties — with ...
Anesthesiology
When you need to have surgery or other type of medical procedure, you can count on Emerson Hospital’s board-certified anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists to help you feel relaxed and pain free. Our aim is always to maximize your safety while minimizin...
General Surgery
When the treatment for your medical condition requires surgery, you will be glad to know that Emerson Hospital has a team of board-certified general surgeons with particular expertise in performing abdominal, breast, colorectal, and head and neck procedures in both adults and ...
Pediatric Surgery
If your child has an illness or injury that requires surgery, there is great peace of mind in knowing that Emerson Hospital has a team of skilled surgeons with extensive experience caring for children.
Importantly, they perform many procedures minimally invasively, which me...
Plastic Surgery
When you want to look and feel your best, look no further than Emerson Hospital. Our plastic and reconstructive surgeons offer an array of cosmetic plastic surgery, leading-edge reconstructive procedures and non-surgical aesthetic treatments—right here, close to home.
Th...
Pre-surgical Testing
When you are scheduled for surgery at Emerson Hospital, your comfort and safety are our top priorities. That is why you will undergo what is called a pre-surgical assessment. This important step ensures you are as fit as possible for surgery and anesthesia, and that our care i...
Surgical Care Infection Prevention
If you or a loved one is undergoing a surgical procedure at Emerson Hospital, we want you to know that we take every possible precaution to prevent surgical-site infections, following evidence-based best practices to ensure your safety and optimal outcomes.
These important ...
Vascular
If you or a loved one is affected by vascular disease—conditions affecting the circulatory system of arteries and veins outside the heart—it is good to know that expert care is available at Emerson Hospital.
You can count on Emerson’s vascular specialists for a wide array o...
Endovenous Laser Treatment
If you suffer from the pain and swelling of unsightly varicose veins, you will find a solution at Emerson Hospital.
Endovenous laser ablation therapy (EVLT) is an innovative treatment that is proven to be more effective than traditional surgical approaches and much easier o...
Vascular Surgery
The vascular surgeons at Emerson Hospital are board-certified experts in vascular surgery, a surgical specialty that focuses on conditions affecting the circulatory system—the veins and arteries—except those in the heart or brain.
Emerson’s vascular surgeons perform a ran...
Women's Health
At Emerson Hospital, we are committed to helping women live healthier lives. That is why we offer a range of comprehensive health care services, wellness programs and support groups designed to meet your unique needs at every stage of life.
Conveniently located primary c...
Female Incontinence
If you are a woman who struggles with urinary incontinence, it s important to know that you are not alone—and that Emerson Hospital has specially trained doctors called urogynecologists who have advanced expertise in treating this condition.
Equally important, you should k...
Gynecology
Emerson Hospital’s board-certified gynecologists provide women of all ages with the full spectrum of gynecologic health services. From adolescence through the childbearing years to menopause and beyond, you can depend on these specialists for respectful, expert care — conveni...
Gynecologic Surgery
If you have a gynecologic condition that requires surgical treatment, it is important to know that you do not have to travel far to obtain expert care.
Emerson Hospital has a team of board-certified gynecologic surgeons with exceptional experience and a track record of exce...
Minimally-Invasive Gynecologic Surgery
Minimally-invasive gynecologic surgery offers a safe and effective alternative to traditional open surgery for many conditions affecting a woman’s reproductive tract. Since minimally-invasive gynecologic surgery avoids a large abdominal incision, patients experience less pai...
Infertility Treatments
If you are having difficulty conceiving, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital offers state-of-the-art fertility services through an affiliation with the respected IVF New England . Together, we are part of a network of specialists on the cutting edge of infertility ...
Uterine Fibroid Embolization
If you or a woman you know is suffering with uterine fibroids, Emerson Hospital can help.
Today there is a non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure called uterine fibroid embolization (UFE) that helps to relieve this painful condition—and restore your health and quality...
Breast Health
At Emerson Hospital’s Hermel Breast Health Center in Concord and mammography services at Emerson's Westford Health Center, you have convenient, close-to-home access to this advanced technology — along with an array of other important services dedicated to breast health — in ...
Weight Loss Surgery
If you are struggling with the disease called obesity, the Emerson Hospital Center for Weight Loss in Concord, Massachusetts, is here to help.
Supporting patients in the greater Boston, MA area, we know what it is like to suffer from obesity. We also understand that...
Information Sessions
The first step to achieving your weight-loss goals is to register below for a free information session. Emerson Hospital’s bariatric surgeons and Center for Weight Loss team members provide an overview of the surgical weight loss program, including a description of the surgi...
Are You a Candidate?
You may be a candidate for weight loss surgery at the Emerson Hospital Center for Weight Loss if:
You are at least 100 pounds overweight and have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater You have a BMI of 35-40 with medical conditions associated with your weight, such as ...
Your Bariatric Surgery Options
If you are considering bariatric surgery, it is important to understand that it is not merely the first or last step in overcoming obesity and the health issues associated with it. This is about making a major lifestyle change.
In the short term after surgery, you will feel...
Gastric Bypass
The Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is considered the gold standard of weight-loss surgery available today. This procedure uses special staples to create a small stomach pouch — about the size of an egg — to bypass some of the small intestine, restricting food intake and limiting a...
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy involves permanently removing approximately two-thirds of the stomach to limit food intake—helping you feel full sooner. This procedure is newly recognized as a primary procedure for weight loss.
Early results show the weight loss from sleeve gastrecto...
What to Expect
The decision to undergo weight-loss surgery is life changing. At Emerson Hospital’s Center for Weight Loss, we are committed to your success — which starts with you knowing exactly what to expect. Here is an overview:
A free information session
Our comprehensive progr...
How We Support You
At the Emerson Center for Weight Loss, you are supported by an entire team of surgeons, physician assistants, nurses, program managers, dietitians, behavioral health experts and office staff. You can count on us for a dedication to your health that is second to none. To talk ...
Patient Stories
At Emerson Hospital’s Center for Weight Loss, we have seen thousands of people dramatically change their lives as a result of bariatric surgery and their commitment to better health. Watch the videos below for a few of those stories.
Chrissy's Weight Loss Story Chr...
Revisional Bariatrics
As the field of bariatric surgery has evolved, surgical techniques and technology have become more refined, ensuring more consistently favorable outcomes. Unfortunately, however, some earlier bariatric surgery patients have subsequently developed problems and need further ca...
Research
The Emerson Hospital Center for Weight Loss is respected not only for its work helping patients reclaim their health, it is also at the forefront of surgical weight loss research. The center’s medical director, David Lautz, MD, has made notable advances in minimally-invasiv...
Wound Care
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Center for Advanced Wound Care at Emerson Hospital has made adjustments to our scheduling and hours of operation, and has enhanced our cleaning protocols. All staff are screened ...
Patient Portal
Patients who receive care at Emerson Hospital or one of our satellite centers can view their personal health information 24 hours a day using Emerson Hospital Connect . This portal is a secure website that allows patients to access their information after logging in with a...
Visiting Hours & Parking
The health and safety of our patients, visitors, employees, and our communities remains our top priority during the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, certain visitor restrictions have been implemented in line with guidance from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Plea...
Insurance & Financial
If you have a question about your hospital bill, we are here to provide answers. At Emerson Hospital, we have a team of knowledgeable financial counselors and customer service representatives who are committed to answering any questions you may have about your bill, insuranc...
About Your Bill
We understand how overwhelming it can be to deal with billing concerns on top of health issues. We also understand that medical bills and insurance details can be confusing.
Our goal at Emerson Hospital is to make this process as easy and stress-free as possible for you. He...
Insurance Coverage
We realize that health insurance coverage can be difficult to understand sometimes, and it is always best to contact your insurer when you have specific questions about your plan’s coverage. To help ensure that any admission to Emerson Hospital is covered by your health insu...
Financial Assistance
If you can’t pay your hospital bill, at Emerson Hospital you have options In fact, we have an entire team of financial counselors and customer service representatives available to help patients who are in need of financial assistance. Some options we can discuss include Mass...
Credit & Collections Policy
At Emerson Hospital, we provide top-quality care to all our patients. We also understand that each patient has a unique financial situation. That is why we work with individuals who have limited incomes and resources in order to find coverage for their care. To help you unde...
Hospital Amenities
Whether you are waiting for someone who is having day surgery or visiting someone who is an inpatient, Emerson Hospital offers several conveniences to make the time you spend here at the hospital more pleasant and comfortable. The Emerson Hospital Gift Shop , located on ...
Patient Experience
At Emerson, we believe quality health care is as much about your overall experience as a patient as it is about expert clinical care.
To ensure that your experience at Emerson is as positive as possible, we have prepared this section of the website to help you understand w...
Inpatient Care
If you are being admitted to Emerson Hospital, here is some information to help ensure your experience is as smooth and comfortable as possible: What to bring You will need to bring only a few personal items such as bathrobe, slippers, pajamas (if you want to wear your ...
Outpatient Care
If you are coming to Emerson Hospital for an elective outpatient procedure or certain tests, we want your experience to be as smooth and pleasant as possible. Here are some things to keep in mind: What to wear and bring We suggest that you wear loose, comfortable clothing a...
Compassionate Care
Exploring the human side of patient care What makes Emerson Hospital truly special is the compassionate care you receive from our experienced physicians, nurses and clinicians. Our team recognizes that each individual is unique—and we are dedicated to personalizing your trea...
After Discharge
Care coordination after discharge A nurse care manager or social worker will meet with patients shortly after hospital admission to perform an assessment of needs after discharge from the hospital. They will also encourage patients to include a caregiver, someone who will he...
Spiritual Care
Chaplain’s Office The hospital chaplain is available Monday through Friday 8:30 am through 4:00 pm. Our chaplain has specific training in supporting people from the different Faith Traditions and offers support to hospitalized patients. The chaplain also supervisors and ment...
Patient Rights & Responsibilities
The physicians, staff, and trustees of Emerson Hospital are dedicated to providing outstanding patient care, education and research in a manner that always respects the dignity of our patients. We are committed to ensuring you receive information regarding your rights and res...
Health Care Proxy
Planning for medical treatment Adults in Massachusetts have the right to accept or refuse medical treatment, including life-sustaining treatment. This means that you have the right to request or consent to treatment, to refuse treatment before it has started and to have trea...
Patient Privacy
Protecting your medical information is an important priority for Emerson Hospital. This notice describes the way Emerson Hospital may use and share your medical information and how you can obtain access to this information. It also describes your rights, as well as certain ob...
Pediatric Services
When your child is a patient at Emerson Hospital, it is reassuring to know we not only provide comprehensive pediatric healthcare services , but we also deliver them in a reassuring, child-friendly environment.
Whether your child is a patient at Emerson or visiting a fami...
Visiting the Area
Concord, Massachusetts has all the amenities of a small city: places to stay and dine and many excellent local merchants. The hospital is conveniently located about 30 minutes northwest of Boston on Route 2.
You can find more information at the Concord Chamber of Commerce:
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Quality & Safety
At Emerson Health, quality and patient safety are our top priorities. In fact, we are committed to being a high-reliability organization, which means we continuously work to improve patient outcomes and make the hospital and our satellite locations safe environments for you a...
Complaint/Feedback Submission Process
When you or a loved one is a patient at Emerson, it is important to know that we’re committed to providing high-quality and safe care that’s personalized to your individual needs. We further commit to service excellence in all that we do.
We recognize, however, that there ...
Support Emerson
Your support makes a difference. Emerson Hospital is able to meet our community’s growing health care needs thanks to the support of caring and committed volunteers and donors like you.
We welcome your help in fostering a healthy community through giving , volunteering ...
Ways to Give
At Emerson Hospital, donations are our lifeblood. Without your generosity, we would not be able to deliver the outstanding medical care our patients deserve. It is what drives us forward and keeps our community thriving. In fact, philanthropy is what started it all. The nee...
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YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
Emerson Hospital is able to meet our community’s growing health care needs thanks to the support of caring and committed volunteers and donors like you. Thank you for your support!
If you would like to mak...
Annual Appeal
Thanks to the generosity of more than two thousand community members who give to Emerson Hospital through our Annual Appeal, we are able to raise more than $1 million annually, enabling us to maintain the excellence of our care.
These donated funds also impact all of our C...
Capital Gifts
The Emerson Health Care Foundation raises funds for capital projects, equipment and programs through targeted major gift campaigns. This focused approach has enabled Emerson Hospital to undertake some major improvements and acquire important new technology — significantly enh...
Planned Giving
Emerson Hospital continues to be shaped in significant ways by the legacies — large and small — delivered through a variety of flexible, tax-advantaged planned gifts. To appreciate the impact of these gifts, we have only to reflect on the legacy of Charles Emerson, whose plan...
About the Foundation
The Emerson Health Care Foundation is a separately incorporated not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization that raises philanthropic resources for Emerson Hospital. Philanthropy directly supports Emerson’s mission to make high-quality health care accessible to everyone who live...
Volunteering at Emerson
Make a difference in your community Emerson Hospital is fortunate to have more volunteers per bed than any other hospital in Massachusetts. Yet even with more than 500 adult and student volunteers representing 38 towns, we still need your help. It’s more important than ever ...
5k Run~Walk for Cancer Care
Providing CARE until there is a CURE Each spring, the Emerson Hospital 5k Run~Walk for Cancer Care brings our community together. In 2021, for the second year in a row, the COVID-19 pandemic forced our event to be held virtually. That didn't slow down our incredi...
Get In Touch
Please Note: Emerson Hospital does not provide medical advice, confirm appointments or make medical recommendations through this website. If you have any questions about your health, contact your doctor or health care provider directly. Click here to use our Find a Doctor t...
Community Programs
As part of our commitment to the health of the communities we serve, Emerson Hospital offers an array of programs and resources to help residents of all ages get and stay healthy. For your convenience, these offerings are available on the Emerson campus as well as in locatio...
Support Groups
Support is an important part of treating the emotional aspects of illness. For more information on these groups, please call the telephone number listed. Please note: Many of these classes have suspended in-person sessions or moved online during the COVID-19 pandemic. We ...
Community Benefits Advisory Group
Emerson Hospital Community Benefits Advisory Group Charter The Emerson Hospital Community Benefits Advisory Group is an advisory committee to the board of directors. It assists the board in overseeing the organization’s responsibilities to the communities it serves. It shal...
About Emerson
High-quality health care comes home
Emerson Health provides advanced medical services to more than 300,000 people in 25 towns. Our core mission is to deliver exceptional patient-centered care that is highly reliable, safe, compassionate, equitable, efficient, and co...
From our President & CEO
Welcome to Emerson health Thank you for your virtual visit to Emerson Health, a private, non-profit, health system serving over 300,000 individuals in 25 towns. Headquartered in Concord, Massachusetts, 20 miles west of Boston, the hospital offers you and your family a full ...
Senior Leadership
Every team needs its leaders. At Emerson Hospital, we are one big team. But within that team are smaller groups that make a huge impact on everything from daily operations to patient care to the hospital’s bright future. That is where our senior leaders come in. Learn all ab...
Board of Directors
Meet our Board of directors Our doctors practice world-class medicine. Our nurses deliver compassionate care. Our technicians and staff provide invaluable support. Our board members provide guidance and oversight to ensure that we are fulfilling our mission to the community....
Corporators
Emerson Hospital’s Corporators are innovators, leaders and active members of their respective communities, and they play an important role in educating our communities about the hospital’s services and activities. They also give the hospital valuable feedback and communicatio...
Awards, Accreditations & Affiliations
Accreditations Joint Commission Hospital Accreditation Joint Commission Stroke Certification American College of Surgeons Accreditations:
National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Impr...
Patient & Family Advisory Council
Patients and their families bring unique and important insights into a hospital’s policies, planning, service delivery, quality improvement and facility design—and at Emerson Hospital, we want to hear what our patients and their families have to say about these things.
Tha...
For the Media
Working with the media As a trusted community asset and major employer, Emerson is always open to media requests, with dedicated staff here to respond in a timely, professional manner. Please use this page as a starting point for our conversation. Media contacts For backgr...
Ethics Committee
Although most ethical concerns are resolved in discussions involving patients, families and caregivers, Emerson Hospital, like many hospitals today, provides an Ethics Committee.
The Ethics Committee offers confidential consultations to patients and their families on matte...
Concussion Treatment & Management
If you or your child has suffered a concussion, it is important to know that one of the top centers for diagnosing and treating a concussion is right here in Concord: the Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center .
This kind of specialized expertise is essential because there ...
Auxiliary Leadership
Meet the 2021/2022 Emerson Hospital Auxiliary leadership team: Officers President: Karen H. McGinn Vice President/Secretary: Carolyn Myers Treasurer: Joyce Davis Past President: Deb Van Walsum Board Members Elizabeth Acquaviva Catherine Adams Elizabeth Berk Andre...
Donor Recognition
Emerson Hospital is pleased to recognize our many donors who support us annually, including the individuals who make leadership gifts as members of our Gift Societies. Leadership Gift Societies At Emerson, we appreciate all levels of generosity. To recognize our leadership ...
How Tongue Tie is Treated
After a thorough evaluation by members of the Emerson Hospital Frenulum Clinic team, if an infant is found to have a level of tongue tie that is interfering with their well-being, a recommendation may be made for a procedure called lingual frenectomy, or frenulum division.
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Corporate Compliance
When you interact with Emerson Hospital, know that we strive to create a culture that embodies the highest standards of ethics and integrity in how we deliver medical care and services to you and every member of our community.
To that end, we’ve developed a formal Complian...
For Physicians
The foundation of Emerson Hospital is its active medical staff — a team comprised of more than 300 doctors, including primary care physicians and specialists in nearly every medical and surgical field. Through this network of highly-skilled physicians, Emerson patients can be...
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Infection Prevention
Your good health is our top priority at Emerson Hospital. That is why we have a formal Infection Prevention and Control program in place, designed to prevent health care-associated infections. We follow the latest national guidelines to create and maintain a safe environment...
Laboratory Locations
Laboratory Services Locations
For your convenience, specimen collection centers are located throughout the communities Emerson Hospital serves. Complete contact information is provided below:
Emerson Hospital main campus
Specimen Collection Center, John Cuming Build...
Community Needs Assessment
Emerson Hospital undertook a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) from January through September 2021 to better understand and address the health needs of the Emerson Hospital community and to meet all provisions of section 501(r) of the Affordable Care Act, which requi...
Disclaimer
The Emerson Hospital web site is intended to provide general educational information and to help users arrange more easily for health care services. Some information on the site is written by health care providers affiliated with Emerson Hospital. This site is not an attemp...
Thank You for Your Feedback
We appreciate you taking the time to reach out to us. If necessary, we will aim to respond within three business days. Please note that Emerson Hospital does not provide medical advice, confirm appointments or make medical recommendations through this feedback form. If you ...
Spine & Back
If back, neck or leg pain is interfering with your life, it may be time to visit the Emerson Spine Program. We offer comprehensive expertise in diagnosing and treating spine-related problems — the majority without surgery.
conditions we see at the Emerson Spine Program...
Physiatry
If you are dealing with a neurological or orthopedic disorder such as a stroke or back injury, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital offers expert care from a team of highly-trained physiatrists.
Physiatrists are doctors who specialize in physical medicine and reha...
Concussion Forms
Prior to your visit, new and returning patients at the Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center are asked to please download and fill out the applicable forms, then email them to cantuconcussionctr@emersonhosp.org . You will also need to bring a copy of your insurance card. If ...
Rheumatology
If you or someone you know is struggling with musculoskeletal disease or certain autoimmune conditions, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital has a team of rheumatologists who can help. A rheumatologist is an internist who has received advanced training in diagnosing...
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
This group is for those who have experienced pregnancy loss or infant loss shortly after birth and are seeking support from others with shared experiences. We are a compassionate and nurturing community of grieving parents — you are not alone. The group is free and open to a...
Endocrine Surgery
If you or a loved one is affected by a thyroid, parathyroid or adrenal gland disorder that requires surgery, it is important to know that Emerson Hospital is home to the only fellowship-trained endocrine surgeon in the greater Concord area. Endocrine surgery is a relatively ...
Donor Stories
Planned giving is all about the future. Taking the time now to structure your estate plan can protect acquired assets for your loved ones and allow you to make a meaningful gift to an institution that has served you and, thanks to your foresight and generosity, can continue t...
Standard Charges / Price Transparency
A hospital’s standard charges document is a comprehensive list of all the billable services and items provided by a hospital. Our standard charges capture the costs of each procedure, service, supply, prescription drug, and diagnostic test provided at the hospital, as well as...
Concussion Diagnosis and Management Conference
Saturday, September 21, 2019 Time Topic Speaker(s) 7:30-8:20 a.m. Registration and Check-in / Poster and Exhibitor Viewing 8:20-8:30 a.m. Welcome Remarks Terrie Enis, PT, MSPT 8:30-9:15 a.m. The Second Impact Former Professional Boxer Ray Ciancaglini...
Video Gallery
Our Weight Loss Program Patient Stories Bariatric Surgery
Clough Family Rehab Center Locations
For the safety of our patients and staff and to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, outpatient rehabilitation services have made adjustments to the scheduling, hours of operation and enhanced cleaning protocols. All staff are screened daily for COVID-19 symptoms, a...
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric oxygen (HBO) therapy is a treatment in which you breathe 100 percent pure oxygen while lying inside a pressurized chamber made of clear acrylic. The air pressure inside the chamber is about two and a half times greater than the normal pressure in the atmosphere. Th...
Comprehensive Breast Health Program
We are proud to offer comprehensive breast health services — from advanced screening and diagnostic imaging to world-class surgical care. Emerson’s state-of-the-art Hermel Breast Health Center in Concord and mammography service in Westford, Massachusetts, provide the lates...
Screening & Diagnostic Services
Emerson’s Hermel Breast Health Centers in Concord and Westford, Massachusetts , feature the latest digital 3D mammography as well as a full array of diagnostic services, giving you convenient access to state-of-the-art imaging services. Request an appointment for a mam...
Breast Cancer Care
Emerson Hospital’s breast cancer services are provided through the collaboration of the hospital’s Hermel Breast Health Center and Mass General Cancer Center at Emerson Hospital — Bethke , which combines expert diagnostic and cancer specialists with state-of-the-art technol...
Surgical Care
Surgery often plays a vital role in cancer diagnosis and treatment. The surgeons at Emerson Hospital have extensive experience treating breast cancer. From biopsies to cancer surgery to plastic and reconstructive surgery, Emerson’s surgeons are committed to performing the most...
Genetic Testing & High-Risk Screening
Breast cancer is known to have a genetic component. Emerson provides genetic screening and counseling for patients who want to know their cancer risks.
Patients at a genetic risk for breast cancer can take steps to prevent breast cancer from occurring, or increase screening...
Cancer Rehabilitation Services
Emerson's Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies helps patients with physical, occupational and speech therapy needs during and after treatment. Specific to breast cancer, certified lymphedema therapists are trained to evaluate the early signs of lymphe...
Patient Resources & Support Services
Practitioners from all of the support services work collaboratively with our medical oncology teams to provide the best of care. Emerson Hospital is dedicated to its patients and continues to provide care and support after completion of active treatment through survivorship p...
Thank You
Thank you for registering for our event. An email confirmation will be sent to you shortly.
If you do not receive the confirmation, please call Julie Perham at (978) 287-3221 .
Primary Care
The Emerson IPA Advantage
Patients of the Emerson IPA have access to services such as Behavioral Health, Nursing Care, and Social Services. This coordinated care is referred to as Emerson IPA's Patient-Centered Medical Home --a team-based health care delivery model, whi...
Specialty Care Services
The Emerson IPA has a large range of Specialists to address patients’ unique medical needs. The medical Specialists have advanced degrees and training in specific areas of medicine. Although most health issues can be managed by Primary Care Physicians, if your unique medical c...
Speaker Presentations
Scroll down to find the speaker presentations for the Concussion Diagnosis and Management Conference on September 20-21, 2019. Click on each topic to open the presentation as a PDF. Questions? Contact us at 978-287-8229 or cantuconcussionconference@gmail.com. Friday, Septem...
Pharmacy Residency Program
Program Purpose Postgraduate year one (PGY1) pharmacy residency programs build on pharmacy education and outcomes to contribute to the development of a clinical pharmacist responsible for medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions, eligible for board...
Podcast
Tune in to Health Works Here, the podcast series of Emerson Health, to get the latest health and wellness information from our team of medical experts. Each podcast can be downloaded so you can listen at your convenience, or simply click the “play” button. #radiomd-embed...
Gift Shop
LOCATION You can find the gift shop just past the front lobby of the hospital if you come in through the main entrance. For those coming from elsewhere in the hospital, we are located in the north wing in the Main Street Gallery hallway where the artwork is displayed. PAYME...
Vaping
Emerson Hospital’s most recent 2020 Youth Risk Behavior Survey of area public middle and high school students found that vaping is the “drug of choice,” especially for high school students. Multiple deaths have occurred and hundreds of people around the country cont...
Sports Medicine & Performance
Helping You Reach a Higher Level Are you an athlete looking to compete at a higher level, or have a recent injury and are looking to get back to peak performance? Clough Sports Medicine & Performance offers personalized training that can be customized to your specific need...
Medication-Assisted Treatment
In addition to a partial hospitalization program as well as access to support groups , Emerson’s Addictions Recovery Program offers medication-assisted treatment (MAT), a proven, evidence-based approach to treating and managing the disease of addiction. MAT can help decrease...
Prevent Colorectal Cancer
Benefits of a Colonoscopy Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S.
Colonoscopy is the most effective screening technique for colorectal cancer — otherwise known as colon cancer or cancer of the rectum — because it can detect early-stage ...
Application Process
How to Apply The application process for the 2023/24 EPA Administrative Fellowship runs on a rolling basis beginning September 2, 2022 . The required application materials are: Current Resume Cover Letter (explaining how a physician practice management fellowship fits in...
Executive & Physician Testimonials
Administration Christine Schuster, RN, MBA , President and Chief Executive Officer, Emerson Hospital
The Administrative Fellowship program at Emerson Hospital provides an outstanding opportunity for talented future health care executives to work closely with senior lea...
Visitor Policy
Emerson Hospital is a patient- and family-focused environment. The health and safety of our patients, visitors, employees, and our communities remains our top priority. In line with guidance issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, our visitor policies have be...
COVID-19: How You Can Help
We have been incredibly heartened by our community's kindness and action in support of Emerson Hospital and our health care staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time, your monetary support is the best way to help us during this health crisis and as we look to the futur...
Your Messages of Support
As our clinicians and staff continue to selflessly work around the clock to provide care to our patients, we have been overwhelmed by the support from family and friends, neighbors and strangers, local businesses and organizations, schools, churches and supporters from all wa...
Frequently Asked Questions About COVID-19
What are the symptoms of COVID-19? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lists several COVID-19 symptoms , which can range in severity from mild to severe and may appear 2-14 days after exposure. These include, but are not limited to, coughing and shortness o...
Telehealth
In an effort to practice social distancing during the COVID-19 crisis, many of our physicians and Emerson services are offering telehealth appointments as an option for patients to speak with a clinician about their health concerns from the comfort of their own home. During...
Surgery at Emerson Hospital: Assuring Your Health & Safety
The following steps are required in preparation for your procedure to keep you and your care team safe throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Pre-surgical COVID-19 Testing All patients must undergo COVID-19 testing 72 hours prior to your procedure. You can be tested at the driv...
Rehabilitation Telehealth Services
For your safety, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are currently offering telehealth rehabilitation services for both new and existing physical, occupational and speech/language therapy patients. These telehealth services are provided on a secure Zoom video platform and are of...
Our Commitment to Safe Care
Emerson Hospital and our affiliated physician practices are committed to providing the expert medical care you need in a safe environment. The measures implemented at our main hospital, off-site locations, urgent care centers and physician practices include: Screening/Mask...
COVID-19 Testing at Emerson Hospital
As of Sunday, March 27, our drive-through COVID-19 testing site in Concord is now located next to the emergency department entrance on the Emerson Hospital campus . Our urgent care locations in Hudson and Littleton continue to offer testing. If you are experiencing mild ...
COVID-19 Recovery Program
People recovering from COVID-19 can experience a variety of symptoms — general fatigue, shortness of breath, decreased blood oxygen levels, increased risk of blood clotting, and cognitive deficits due to the long term oxygen deprivation. The care team with our COVID-19 recove...
Pediatric Sleep Testing
The first step in helping your child overcome sleep problems is to determine the cause. Sleep disorders can have a negative impact on the health and well-being of your child. A sleep disorder can cause problems for your child’s daytime alertness, mood, school performance and ...
Preceptor
Craig Nesta, JD, MBA, MS , Vice President, Emerson Practice Associates & Administrative Fellowship Director In addition to his role as vice president for Emerson’s physician practice, Craig serves as the director of Emerson’s Administrative Fellowship Program and coordin...
New Employee Orientation
Welcome to Emerson Health! For your convenience during these unprecedented times, we have modified our new employee orientation to be remote. Please watch the presentations below. We look forward to seeing you in human resources upon your next shift, where you can pick up ...
Preceptors
Meet Our Preceptors
Christine McLellan Director of Pharmacy and PGY1 Residency Program Director
Pharm.D. – University of Rhode Island, 2001
Board-certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist, 2008
Diplomate, Pharmacy Leadership Academy, 2009
Masters of Health Care...
Residents
2021/22 PGY1 Residents Amanda Hutchinson
Pharm.D.
MCPHS University, 2021 Breana Kennedy
Pharm.D.
Northeastern University, 2021 Previous Residents Quyen “Julie” Cao
Pharm.D.
University of Rhode Island, 2020 Annie...
Wellness
Emerson Hospital is committed to providing care to our community at all points in a person's health journey. This includes offering a number of support services, as well as opportunities for educational and physical improvement. Our Steinberg Wellness Center for Mind and Bo...
Digital Wellness Program
The number of smartphone users in America has grown by more than 200 million in the past decade. Thirty-five percent of users in the U.S. check their phones, including social media, more than 50 times a day, according to the US edition of Deloitte's 2018 Global Mobile Consum...
Physical Health
The impacts of digital media use on physical health are vast. Digital media use can impact our posture, our sleep, our eyes, even the way our brain works. Our eyes are negatively affected by blue light exposure from devices, which can cause myopia 1 and also impacts sleep 2 ...
Mental Health
Digital media use can have both positive and negative impacts on mental health. Literature reviews show an increase in mental health disorders has at least a correlation between social media use and these disorders 1,2 . This is because digital media use can cause fear, anxie...
Spiritual Health
In an always-on, always-connected world, many of us struggle to find purpose, peace and meaning in our lives. Digital media is interfering with our ability to be alone, which is essential to developing deeper thinking, self-reflection and mental clarity 1 . This is mainly bec...
Intellectual Health
There are many ways in which technology is being implemented in the classroom to enrich the learning experience and expand knowledge. TedTalks, access to information, and connection with scholars from across the globe help teachers expand lessons with meaningful and engaging ...
Social Health
The strength of our relationships with others is based on our relationship with ourselves. And we need to spend time listening to our inner thoughts and developing our values and opinions to better understand and accept who we are. Psychoanalyst Erik Erikson, a specialist in ...
Privacy & Safety
When it comes to digital wellness, our privacy and safety and that of our children should be a top priority. These are vast, complicated and sensitive topics, which include our digital footprint, digital data sharing, phishing and mining, online pornography, media violence an...
Loneliness
Whether it's due to social distancing of just a consequence of age and social circumstance, feelings of isolation and loneliness can have profound effects on both young people and seniors. Studies have shown the correlation between loneliness and health outcomes, including fe...
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Currently, individuals age 5 and older who live, work, or study in Massachusetts are now eligible to receive the vaccine. Ages 5-17 can receive the Pfizer vaccine. Age 18 and older can receive any vaccine. Booster Shots Booster shots are available to anyone age 18 and ...
Stroke Patient & Caregiver Resources
Please click on the below links for additional information on stroke prevention, education and life after a stroke. The majority of these links will open as a PDF that is hosted on the American Stroke Association’s website, stroke.org . Prevention Stroke, TIA and Warning...
Parkinson’s Disease
The Parkinson’s Program at Emerson Hospital offers various specialized programs and resources to help improve someone’s quality of life when living with Parkinson’s disease. Our team of neurologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologist...
Parkinson’s Resource Library
The following recordings are from past virtual education sessions put on by the Parkinson's Program at Emerson Hospital. To learn more about these sessions or how our program can help you or someone you love, please call 978-589-6926 or email us at PDcoordinator@emersonhos...
Parkinson’s Rehabilitative Therapies
The Parkinson’s disease program at Emerson Hospital facilitates access to our Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies . Our skilled therapists provide specialized treatment programs to help improve everyday movement and speech issues associated with Park...
Birth Certificates
Your baby’s birth certificate is an important legal document. Emerson hospital is required to complete and send the birth record to the Concord town clerk’s office within 10 days of birth. The birth record is completed by the birth registrar, who obtains the information fro...
virtual mom group
Frequently Asked Questions Q: I don’t know if I want to commit to a weekly group, can I try it out first and see?
A: This is a “drop-in group”, which means that there’s no commitment required. Moms can decide each week whether or not to participate; some Moms attend each...
Duodenal Switch
The duodenal switch is considered the most effective bariatric procedure because it results in the greatest amount of weight lost and generally the most dramatic improvement in weight-related conditions, especially type II diabetes. This procedure is an option for patients w...
Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss
As part of your weight loss journey, you may experience changes to your body after bariatric surgery. You may notice: Extra, loose, or sagging skin in common areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, face/neck, back, breasts/chest Development of rashes and moisture under th...
Integrative Chronic Pain Program
Our integrative chronic pain program through the Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies is designed to help individuals with persistent pain (usually lasting at least six months or more) who haven’t made the progress they would like with a traditional me...
Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills
When you get emergency care or get treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from surprise billing or balance billing. What is “balance billing” (sometimes called “surprise billing”)? When you see a doct...
Gifts of Gratitude
Providing exceptional, compassionate, efficient and equitable care for patients is what we do here at Emerson. It is at the heart of who we are and who we have been for more than 100 years. Emerson is a trusted health care provider and valued community partner, and we are pro...
What to Expect on the Day of Your Child’s Surgery
CHECKING IN Your surgeon’s office will let you know what time to arrive on the day of surgery. Check in at the Clough Surgical Center reception desk located on the first floor of the hospital. Once registered, you will be assigned a case number in order to follow your child’...
Preparing for Your Child’s Surgery
You know your child best and are therefore an integral member of the healthcare team. There will be many experts involved in your child’s care whose goal is to make this a safe, positive, and family-centered experience. The team consists of your child’s surgeon, anesthesiolog...
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Emerson Health is committed to a culture of belonging, inclusivity, diversity, and equity. We value and appreciate individuality and diversity of thought, experience, and perspective. We support a culture where every person is respected and treated fairly. Emerson embraces DEI...
Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Anesthesia
Is anesthesia safe for my child? Anesthesia is very safe today. The highly-trained providers caring for your child combined with the safety profile of the medications and monitoring capabilities have significantly reduced the risk of anesthesia. The anesthesiologist will dis...
Interpreter Services
Emerson provides access to interpreter services and other accommodations during all hours of operation for patients with hearing or visual impairments, and patients not fluent in English. These services are provided at no cost to patients and those who communicate on behalf o...
Focal Cryoablation Therapy
A Revolutionary Way to Strike Out Prostate Cancer Focal cryoablation therapy is an FDA-approved, minimally-invasive procedure that targets prostate cancer. It is the most advanced approach to treating prostate cancer while keeping men whole. The procedure involves needle-thi...
Fellowship FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Emerson Administrative Fellowship be used for residency placement in order to complete my master's degree?
Yes, the fellowship can be used for residency placement in order to complete a master's degree as long as the didactic por...
The Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital: Enhancing the Patient Experience
The Annual Meeting of the Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital was held on Wednesday, October 14th at the Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord, Mass. This year, the meeting featured a trio of speakers, all reflecting on the work of the Auxiliary as it enhances the patient experience a...
Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center Now Open
Emerson Hospital announced today the opening of its brand new Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center, located a short drive from the hospital at 310 Baker Avenue in the Concord Woods Office Park. Named in honor of Robert Cantu, MD, the Center's Medical Director and Director of ...
Emerson Hospital Hosts Free CarFit Event to Assess Driver Safety
As part of its focus on keeping people safe, Emerson Hospital is hosting a free CarFit event to help older drivers discover how well they fit their own vehicle, highlight actions they can take to improve their fit, and promote driver safety. The CarFit event will be held on S...
Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies Now Open
Emerson Hospital recently opened the new Clough Family Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies, located a short drive from the hospital at 310 Baker Avenue in the Concord Woods Office Park. With generous donations from the community, including the Clough family of Con...
Emerson Clinicians Honored With Compassionate Caregiver Award
At its annual Compassionate Caregiver Award event held recently, two members of Emerson Hospital's clinical team were honored for their devotion to patients and for consistently providing outstanding care. Nominated by their colleagues, Gerald Malkin, DDS, anesthesiologist, a...
Emerson Hospital Joins Effort to Support Workplace Equality for Women
Emerson Hospital today announced that it has joined the Corporate Challenge, a groundbreaking initiative by Bentley University’s Center for Women and Business to increase workplace gender equality and more effectively harness the talents of women employees. The Corporate Chal...
General Surgeon Joins Emerson Hospital
General surgeon Elizaveta Ragulin-Coyne, MD, recently joined Emerson Hospital and is accepting new patients. Dr. Coyne practices with Atif Khan, MD at Walden Surgical Associates, 131 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, John Cuming Building, Suite 500 in Concord. Her clinical interes...
Bariatric Surgeon Joins Emerson Surgical Weight Loss Program
Laura Doyon, MD, recently joined the Emerson Surgical Weight Loss Program as a bariatric surgeon and is accepting new patients. Dr. Doyon practices with Dr. David Lautz in the Emerson Surgical Weight Loss Program located at Emerson Hospital’s Center for Specialty Care, 54 Bak...
Pediatrician Joins Pediatrics West
Pediatrician Eliza Jones, MD, recently joined Pediatrics West and is accepting new patients. Dr. Jones practices at the Groton office, 100 Boston Road in Groton. Her clinical interests include well child care and children with special needs.
Dr. Jones received her medical ...
Cardiologist Joins Emerson Cardiovascular Associates
Cardiologist Jonathan Greene, MD, recently joined Emerson Cardiovascular Associates and is accepting new patients. Dr. Greene practices with Emerson Cardiovascular Associates at 131 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, John Cuming Building, Suite 330 in Concord. His clinical interes...
Cardiologist Joins Emerson Cardiovascular Associates
Kay Lee Kim, MD has recently joined Emerson Cardiovascular Associates specializing in electrophysiology and cardiology. Dr. Kim practices with Emerson Cardiovascular Associates located at 131 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Suite 330 in the John Cuming Building at Emerson Hospi...
Christina Thomas, MD, Named Associate Chair OB/GYN at Emerson Hospital
Christina Thomas, MD has been named Associate Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Emerson Hospital. Dr. Thomas practices at Concord OB/GYN Associates and has served at Emerson for three years. As Associate Chair of OB/GYN, Dr. Thomas is responsible for working with the Chai...
Concord Family Welcomes Newborn Daughter On Father’s Day
For a Concord family, Father’s Day was made extra special this year as they welcomed their second child, a daughter, born at Emerson Hospital. Dahlia Marangoly was born to Diane and George Marangoly on Sunday, June 21 at 3:42 p.m., weighing in at eight pounds and measuring 21...
Littleton Family Welcomes Newborn Son On Father’s Day
For a Littleton family, Father’s Day was made extra special this year as they welcomed their second child, a son, born at Emerson Hospital. Dante Chang Cannistraro was born to JoAnn Chang, MD and David Cannistraro on Sunday, June 21 at 8:39 a.m., weighing in at seven pounds, ...
Maynard Family Welcomes Newborn Daughter On Father’s Day
For a Maynard family, Father’s Day was made extra special this year as they welcomed their first child, a daughter, born at Emerson Hospital. Emma Jane Herdeg was born to Gina and Brian Herdeg on Sunday, June 21 at 1:54 p.m., weighing in at six pounds, seven ounces and measur...
Townsend Family Welcomes Newborn Daughter On Father’s Day
For a Townsend family, Father’s Day was made extra special this year as they welcomed their second child, a daughter, born at Emerson Hospital. Kylie Nicole was born to Jill and John Bourn on Sunday, June 21 at 11:55 p.m., weighing in at six pounds four ounces and measuring 2...
17th Annual Emerson Hospital Golf Tournament raises over $60,000
The Emerson Hospital Auxiliary recently hosted its 17th annual golf tournament at the Nashawtuc Country Club. The event, which raised more than $60,000, sold out with 144 participants. Since its inception, the Emerson Hospital Golf Tournament has raised over one million dol...
How to Fix a Broken Metabolism – Weight Loss Series Begins May 12
With all the different diets and exercise regimens out there, it is hard to know what path to take to lose weight. Finding the answer to successful weight loss starts with understanding that the strategy “move more and eat less” may not work for you.
In this seminar series...
Emerson Hospital Offers Infant Massage Class
For centuries, new parents have used massage techniques on their infants for relaxation, bonding, and overall health. Infant massage has many health benefits including helping babies with digestion, blood flow, development of their nervous systems, and relief from colic and g...
Lauren Doty Joins Philanthropy Team at Emerson Hospital
Lauren Doty has been named the new Major Gifts Officer at Emerson Hospital. In this role, the Bedford resident will identify and cultivate major gift and planned giving prospects and donors. Reporting to Karl Kussin, Emerson’s Vice President of Development and Chief Philanth...
Emerson Hospital Awarded A Grade for Excellence in Patient Safety
Emerson Hospital has again been honored with an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. This is the fourth time in a row that Emerson has received the highest score. The...
Couple Welcomes Newborn Daughter on Mother’s Day
Madelyn Elizabeth Young was due to arrive into the world on May 11, the day after Mother’s Day, but she decided to give her mom an extra special gift and make her appearance a day early, on the actual holiday at 7:26 a.m. Weighing in at 9 pounds 2 ounces and measuring 22.5 in...
Trevor Sinclair Named MVP of the Year at Emerson Hospital
Trevor Sinclair, Information Systems Support Engineer at Emerson Hospital, was recently named the 2015 Most Valuable Person of the Year at Emerson Hospital by his colleagues and leaders of the hospital. He was honored for his commitment to going above and beyond his role to ...
Suffering from Back or Neck Pain? Attend Free Seminar on May 14th
Millions of people suffer daily with chronic back and neck pain. The cause of the pain can be from different sources – nerves, muscles, degenerative disc disease, arthritis and other conditions. If you are suffering from back or neck pain or know someone who is, plan to atten...
Emerson Hospital Elects Seven New Corporators from Concord
At Emerson Hospital’s Annual Meeting held recently, seven residents of Concord were elected as Corporators of the hospital. Corporators represent the health and wellness interests of the 25 communities served by the hospital. They become very knowledgeable about the hospital’...
New Midwives Join AFA OB/GYN
Yasmeen Bruckner, CNM, MSN and Esther Hausman, CNM, MPH, have recently joined AFA Obstetrics and Gynecology and are accepting patients. They are both certified nurse-midwives who provide gynecological and obstetrical care to women at AFA’s office located at 131 Old Road to Ni...
Littleton Baby is First Born at Emerson Hospital in 2015
On New Year’s Eve, Julie and Kevin Baker of Littleton put to bed their two older children, 5-year-old Isabel and 2-year-old Brennan, watched the ball drop in Times Square on television and turned in. Julie’s physician had scheduled the delivery of her third child at the Emer...
New Year Baby Born to Pepperell Family at Emerson Hospital
Milena Corr of Pepperell arrived at Emerson Hospital at 9:00 a.m. on New Year’s Eve for her regularly scheduled check-up, looking ahead to her due date of Jan. 9. She and her husband, William Corr, received a surprise to start the new year when their first child was born at E...
New Year Baby Born to Sudbury Family at Emerson Hospital
Looking ahead to their baby’s due date of Jan. 15, Amy and John Ciampa of Sudbury had planned a quiet New Year’s Eve at home with their two children, 15-year-old Michael and 10-year-old Matthew. However, Annabella Teresa had more immediate plans, arriving at 3:07 p.m. on Jan....
New Year Baby Born to Watertown Family at Emerson Hospital
With their first child due on Jan. 5, Sara and Barrett Mononen of Watertown were excited that the baby would have the birth date of 1/5/15. Chase Robert had more immediate plans, however, arriving at the Emerson Hospital Clough Birthing Center on the equally noteworthy date o...
Emerson Hospital 5k Run~Walk for Cancer Raises $90,000
The Emerson Hospital Auxiliary's 15th annual 5k Run~Walk for Cancer was held on May 30th on a beautiful spring day with over 550 runners and walkers participating. A record-breaking amount of $90,000 was raised this year, thanks to the individual and team fundraising efforts...
Dr. Sheila Kennedy Honored as 2015 Physician Quality Champion
At Emerson Hospital’s annual Physician Recognition Dinner, Sheila Kennedy, MD, received the 2015 Physician Quality Champion Award. Dr. Kennedy joined Emerson in 1992 and she has served as the Chairman of Emerson’s Department of Medicine since 2010. She is board-certified in ...
You May See Your Doctor Now...From the Comfort of Your Home
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is partnering with American Well® on its new telemedicine program, WellConnection. The pilot program enables select patients to engage with their health care provider through online video, instead of going to the doctor’s office.
Hea...
Emerson Hospital Named Top Urban Hospital
Emerson Hospital was named a Top Urban Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, a national leader and advocate in hospital transparency. This recognition is based on Emerson’s commitment to Leapfrog’s vision of providing the safest, highest quality healthcare for consumers and purchas...
Annual Tree of Lights Holiday Tradition Set for December 7
The 27th annual Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital Tree of Lights ceremony takes place on Monday, December 7 from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the hospital. In 1988, the Auxiliary began the tradition of lighting the evergreen tree that graces the main entrance to Emerson Hospital as a way ...
Emerson Hospital Offers Variety of Yoga Classes this Winter
Yoga isn't just for exercise. Many studies have shown the positive effects of yoga on a person's physical and mental health. Yoga has also been proven to have a significant impact on preventing illness and managing the treatment of cancer, heart disease, diabetes and other he...
Emerson Hospital’s Most Popular Baby Names of 2015
In 2015, nearly 1,200 babies were born at Emerson Hospital, representing 45 different communities, including Sudbury, Westford and other towns throughout Middlesex County, and several in New Hampshire. Their parents chose some very special names. The most popular names sele...
Emerson Hospital Offers Beginner Belly Dance this Fall
The Emerson Wellness Center for Mind and Body is offering a fun beginner Belly Dance class starting September 17. The class is about embracing the ability to move with joy and beauty. Belly dance celebrates all ages, shapes and sizes. In this beginner class, participants ...
Local Family Welcomes Their First Baby on Christmas Day
For new parents Lindsey and Ben Van Gieson, Christmas and Chanukah were made more joyous than they ever could have imagined as they welcomed their first born child in the early morning of December 25. Hadley Ruby was born at 4:11 a.m. on Christmas morning and the first day of ...
Emerson Employees Honored With Compassionate Caregiver Awards
At Emerson Hospital’s Compassionate Caregiver Award event held recently, two staff members were honored for their devotion to patients and for consistently providing compassionate care. Nominated by their colleagues, Gach Clamp, Home Health Aid with Emerson Home Care, and Kat...
Concussion Diagnosis and Management: A Care Team Approach
The Emerson Hospital Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies, and the Dr. Robert C. Cantu Concussion Center will present a concussion seminar for professionals across the United States who provide care to patients suffering from concussions. The seminar: Concussion Di...
Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Joins Orthopedic Affiliates
John Cahoy, MD, recently joined Orthopedic Affiliates and is accepting new pediatric and adult patients at 54 Baker Avenue Extension, Suite 200 in Concord and at Emerson’s Westford Health Center, 133 Littleton Road, Suite 104 in Westford. His clinical interests include compr...
Emerson Hospital’s Board Chair Retires After 21 Years of Service
Emerson Hospital announced today that John M. Lowe III, Ph.D., has retired from his 21 years of service on the Emerson Hospital Board of Directors, including serving as Chair of the Board from 2006-2011. Dr. Lowe will continue to serve Emerson Hospital as a Corporator. Corpor...
Renowned Urologist Joins Emerson Hospital
Dr. John A. Libertino, a renowned urologist who is highly regarded for his excellent clinical skills in treating patients with a variety of urologic diseases, has joined Emerson Hospital. He is seeing patients at Emerson Urology Associates, located at 131 Old Road to Nine Ac...
Emerson Hospital Offers Full-Body Exercise Classes this Fall
The Emerson Wellness Center for Mind and Body is offering an array of exercises class starting September 19. The classes are taught with the Essentrics exercise approach, based on the teachings of Miranda Esmond-White. Classes are done in bare feet or sticky socks to prop...
Emerson Hospital Offers Yoga Healing for Concussions this Fall
The Emerson Wellness Center for Mind and Body is offering a unique Yoga Healing for Concussions class starting September 20. The class targets people who are suffering from the effects of concussions through mindful breathing and gentle stretches. It is designed to help c...
18th Annual Emerson Hospital Golf Tournament Raises over $63,000
The Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital recently hosted its 18th annual golf tournament at the Nashawtuc Country Club. The event, which raised more than $63,000, sold out with 144 participants. Since its inception, the Emerson Hospital Golf Tournament has raised over one million ...
Home Care Alliance Names Emerson’s David Green ‘Physician of the Year’
David Green, MD, PC, a pulmonary medicine physician with Emerson Hospital and Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, has been named “Physician of the Year” by the Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts for his strong support, collaborative approach and promotion of home health car...
Emerson Hospital Offers Strength and Flexibility Class to Reduce Pain
The Emerson Wellness Center for Mind and Body is offering a unique class called Heal Yourself at Home: Increase Flexibility and Strength While Reducing Pain, starting September 13. Between the workouts and aging, there is a gap that is often not filled – stretching and rel...
Emerson Hospital Awarded A Grade for Excellence in Patient Safety
For the seventh time in a row, Emerson Hospital has been honored with an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. The results are available to the public and are designed...
Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital Hosts Reception Featuring Mosaics
The Auxiliary of Emerson Hospital hosted a reception at the hospital recently, featuring an exhibit of the New England Mosaic Society (NEMS) that is currently displayed in the main hallway of Emerson Hospital. Mosaic is the art of creating images or designs constructed with ...
Emerson Hospital Named A Most Wired Hospital
Emerson Hospital was named a 2016 Most Wired Hospital by the American Hospital Association’s Health Forum. The honor is based on an extensive survey that was completed by 2,146 hospitals across the country. Just 364 hospitals received the distinction, including seven in Mass...
Lowell Family Welcomes Newborn Son on Mother’s Day
Liam Konor Harrington gave his family his family an extra special gift when he arrived on Mother’s Day, two weeks early. He was born at 2:43 p.m., and weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and measured 21 inches long, Liam’s parents are Beverly Pena and Josh Harrington of Lowell. He j...
Solomon Sheffield Named MVP of the Year at Emerson Hospital
Solomon Sheffield, Supervisor of Security at Emerson Hospital, was recently named the 2016 Most Valuable Person of the Year by colleagues and leaders of the hospital. He was honored for his commitment to going above and beyond his role to ensure the hospital is safe for pati...
New Members Elected to Emerson Hospital’s Board of Directors
Two new members were recently elected to the Emerson Hospital Board of Directors. Christopher Coloian of Carlisle and Eileen Deignan, MD of Chestnut Hill, joined the Board of Directors for a three-year term. Emerson’s Directors come from the local communities served by the ho...
Emerson Hospital Elects Ten New Corporators from Concord
At Emerson Hospital’s Annual Meeting held recently, ten residents of Concord were elected as Corporators of the hospital. Corporators represent the health interests of the 25 communities served by Emerson. They become very knowledgeable about the hospital’s mission and the se...
Emerson Hospital Named a Best Hospital for Obstetrics
Emerson Hospital is honored to be named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Obstetrics in 2016 by the Women’s Choice Award, a national referral source for women. The recognition is based on Emerson’s safety in obstetrical and maternal care, patient satisfaction scores, and i...
Exercise as Medicine for People with Parkinson’s
Emerson Hospital’s Center for Rehabilitative and Sports Therapies is holding a free lecture for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The presentation, “Exercise as Medicine for Individuals with Parkinson’s disease,” will take place on Friday, April 22 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. a...
Emerson Hospital 5k Run~Walk Raises Record $107,700 for Cancer Care
Emerson Hospital’s annual 5k Run~Walk for Cancer raised a record-breaking $107,700 this year. All proceeds from the event support cancer care for patients at the Mass General Cancer Center at Emerson Hospital – Bethke. Nearly 700 runners and walkers came out to The Thoreau ...
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