Holy Family Hospital names Craig Jesiolowski as next president
August 31, 2016Currently President of Saint Anne’s in Fall River, Jesiolowski to become Holy Family Hospital President in October
Maintaining Prostate Health
August 29, 2016September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, so it is a good time to discuss how proper prevention, screening and, if necessary, treatment can address prostate cancer and other common disorders. Let’s begin with the facts: all men have a prostate, that means that all men are at risk for prostate problems, and for the most part, these risks increase with age.
Tips for Avoiding Sports-Related Injuries During Summer Months
August 24, 2016Orthopedic surgery has come a long way towards helping professional and amateur athletes, senior citizens, and others in recovering from injury, but prevention is key. Orthopedic Surgeon Gregory Johnson, MD shares some basic prevention techniques to minimize the chance of injury.
The Importance of Using Sunscreen During Summer Fun
August 11, 2016Before hitting the trails, the water, the court, or the beach, remember to apply sunscreen to combat overexposure to the sun.
Holy Family Hospital to Host a Senior Supper on the Importance of Senior Eye Exams
August 3, 2016Optometrist Laura Anne Potvin, OD will talk about eye exams in general, as well as the necessity of senior eye exams for early detection of cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and more.
Fall Senior Lunch Program at Holy Family Hospital in Haverhill Will Be on Pain Management
August 3, 2016Pain Specialist Stephanie Gianoukos, MD will identify various types of pain, describe the effects of pain on the body, explain how pain is assessed and treated, and explore the goals of pain management in a pain center.
Just in Time for Parents’ Day, Holy Family Hospital Announces Its Birthing Center has Delivered 540 Babies So Far This Year
July 22, 2016Holy Family Hospital delivers more than 1,100 babies annually. Every mother has a private birthing and recovery room and the staff tends to every detail so mothers can focus on welcoming a new life into their family.
Steward Chief Medical Officer Justine Carr, MD Leaves Legacy of Improvements Across Area Community Hospitals, Including Holy Family Hospital
July 22, 2016Dr. Carr helped Holy Family achieve the highest caliber of care, benefitting countless Methuen and Haverhill area families
Holy Family Hospital Blood Bank Needs Donors
July 18, 2016At Holy Family Hospital’s FDA–approved blood donor program, there is no need to wait for a blood drive; people can make an appointment to donate on a day and time convenient for them, and special parking is provided.
Registration Now Open for Professional Domestic Violence Training at Holy Family Hospital
July 12, 2016Registration is now open for Intimate Partner Abuse Certification, three days of training offered by The Family Safety Project at Holy Family Hospital for professionals concerned about domestic violence and men who batter. Past participants have included probation officers, protective service workers, police officers, nurses, social workers, corrections staff, mental health counselors, and substance abuse counselors.
Holy Family Hospital Announces All Day Conference on the Effects of Domestic Abuse
July 12, 2016Registration is now open for The Effects of Domestic Abuse Through the Ages, Holy Family Hospital’s 6th Annual Adult Behavioral Conference on Friday, September 16, 2016 in the Hartleb Technology Building at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, MA. The cost of $45 includes continental breakfast, lunch and continuing education credits.
Holy Family Hospital’s Farmers Market Moves to Methuen Historic District on Broadway
June 24, 2016The new location is highly accessible and visible because it is at the center of town, on a bus route, and offers free parking both on the street and in a parking lot directly behind the market. Providing fresh fruits and vegetables this year are Riverdale Farm of Groton, MA; The Groundwork Lawrence Green Team, and Fresh Start Farms of New Hampshire. Pescarderia of Lawrence will offer fresh fish.
Holy Family Hospital and Steward Medical Group Welcome Primary Care Physician Nita Pant, MD to the Medical Staff
June 24, 2016Dr. Pant, who is board certified in Internal Medicine and fluent in Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati, has a special interest in preventive health.
Free Seminar on Shoulder Replacement Surgery at Holy Family Hospital
June 23, 2016Orthopedic Surgeon Tahsin Ergin, MD, will talk about when shoulder replacement surgery is helpful, the three basic types of shoulder replacement surgery, and the risks involved when considering shoulder replacement surgery.
Holy Family Hospital to Co-Sponsor a Free Mental Health and Wellness Forum in Haverhill on June 23
June 2, 2016During the program, called “Understanding Mental Wellness: Making Connections…Staying Healthy, a panel of experts will discuss mental health and its challenges. The event is part of educational outreach to residents on mental health issues.
Holy Family Hospital to Offer Free Seminar on Minimally Invasive Hip and Knee Surgery
May 20, 2016Orthopedic Surgeon Thomas Hoerner, MD, will talk about MAKOplasty™ and explain how this computer assisted procedure is used to treat hip and knee pain. Holy Family Hospital, named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals two years in a row (2015-2016), is home to the most experienced team of MAKOplasty™ surgeons in the region.
Holy Family Hospital Offers In-Home Emergency Medical Alert Service
May 18, 2016With the touch of a button, help can be immediately dispatched for any type of medical emergency, as well as falls, and threatening situations such as a fire, a gas leak or an intruder.
Holy Family Hospital to Host Senior Supper with Pain Specialist Stephanie Gianoukos, MD
May 18, 2016Dr. Gianoukos will identify types of pain, and describe its effects on the body, how it is assessed and treated, and the goals of pain management in a pain center.
Holy Family Hospital Announces New User Friendly Fully Mobile-Integrated Website
May 18, 2016Holy Family Hospital has a completely revamped website tailored to make it easier to access services, find information, and schedule appointments. To accomplish this, Steward Health Care, parent company of Holy Family Hospital, partnered with the very technology providers who helped build the online presence of brands like Puma, Timex, Lush, and Warner Music Group.
Holy Family Hospital to Offer Free Seminar on Minimally Invasive Hip and Knee Surgery
May 16, 2016Orthopedic Surgeon Thomas Hoerner, MD will talk about MAKOplasty™ and explain how this minimally invasive, computer-assisted procedure is used to treat hip and knee pain.