Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

David Thut, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital of Mass General Brigham, answers your most common orthopedic questions, starting with: Who needs to get a knee replacement? #DoverNH #KneeReplacement #Arthritis

We are glad to welcome Rick Visconte, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, who recently started as the new Senior Director of Cancer Care Services at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital's Mass General Cancer Center. With more than two decades of experience in nursing, clinical leadership and healthcare operations, Rick brings a wealth of knowledge to the role. “His leadership will ensure our patients, survivors, and their families, continue to receive the high-quality care that they deserve,” says Darin Roark, BSN,MBA,FACHE, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital president and chief operating officer. http://spklr.io/6049tIoW

"Early detection is why I'm still here." Meet Danielle Erwin. At just 40 years old, after her very first mammogram, Danielle was shocked when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Read her incredible story here: https://lnkd.in/e3mtrAxZ Danielle is the 2024 Seacoast Cancer 5K Honorary Patient, a Wentworth-Douglass Hospital employee, a resident of Strafford and a cancer survivor, thanks to the Mass General Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass. This is why we 5K. SeacoastCancer5K.org #WhyI5K #survivor #stepuptocancer

Looks like our campers had a blast at Camp Hot Shot! Our five-day camp for kids with diabetes, grades 1-8, was held at The Works Family Health and Fitness Center in Somersworth, NH. Children enjoy crafts, sports, games and bonding, and #diabetes education is integrated into the daily activities. http://spklr.io/6040tIUy

Mass General Brigham is bringing a comprehensive and integrated approach to cancer care, helping patients navigate their entire journey of care, from prevention and early detection to treatment and survivorship. The system will leverage the power of its strengths in research, innovation, education, and community engagement to deliver integrated cancer care for our patients, putting health equity at the center to support underserved communities. “The frontier of cancer care is evolving, and we must shift away from treating cancer to treating patients with cancer,” said Anne Klibanski, MD, president and CEO, Mass General Brigham. Learn more about the future of cancer care at Mass General Brigham: http://spklr.io/6046tQvj

#EnvironmentalServicesWeek is a time to show appreciation for the dedicated teams that ensure our health care facilities at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital are clean, safe places for patients, their families and other staff members. Thank you to our EVS team for all that they do! #EVSWeek

Mass General Brigham’s bold blueprint to combat cancer prioritizes the best we have to offer—a patient-centered, integrated approach, infused by research-driven excellence, and equitably delivered to provide care throughout our patients’ entire lives. Responding to the shifting cancer landscape, David Ryan, MD, Daphne Haas-Kogan, MD, and Gerard Doherty, MD, outline our vision for transforming cancer care in this Boston Globe Media op-ed. http://spklr.io/6045tmWN

The National MS Society (NMSS) recently honored Alexandra Filippakis, D.O., and the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Multiple Sclerosis Center with the Partners in MS Care designation. They recognized Dr. Filippakis' expertise in #MultipleSclerosis and her commitment to maintaining a partnership with the NMSS, ensuring patients have access to the extensive resources available. Congratulations, Dr. Filippakis! Pictured: Kathleena Meats, RN and Alexandria Filippakis, DO.

⭐We are less than TWO WEEKS away from the the 11th Annual Seacoast Cancer 5K Run/Walk!!! ⭐ With September upon us, it's time to kick off your fall race schedule by registering for the #SeacoastCancer5K on Sunday, September 15th on the Pease Tradeport in Portsmouth. Your participation benefits local cancer patients and their families and supports life-saving care close to home at the Mass General Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital! Join us to run or walk today! Sing up at SeacoastCancer5K.org! #WhyI5K #stepuptocancer #local

The Works Family Health and Fitness Center, which is a part of Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Mass General Brigham, will offer discounts, scholarships and additional classes tailored to support former YMCA members impacted by the closure in Rochester, NH. Stephanie Corey, senior business operations manager at The Works, says, “Our membership is at an all-time high, with nearly 9,100 members, and our senior classes among our most popular. Our commitment to the health and wellness of all our neighbors compelled us to create new options that will hopefully help many of these seniors continue to achieve their fitness goals.” Read more on Foster's Daily Democrat: http://spklr.io/6043teBz #RochesterNH #SeacoastNH