As an emergency medicine doctor, I often see patients who are not sure whether they have touched poison ivy. Knowing how to spot and treat this common plant can save you a lot of itching and trouble. Here is a quick guide on how to identify poison ivy, manage the symptoms, and when to seek…
What is hospice care? Who qualifies and when? Join Home Health & Hospice Care CEO Barbara Lafrance as she debunks common myths and discusses the resources available in our community. “Hospice is about living to your fullest, the way that you want to live, for the time you have left.” Learn about…
Innovation and excellence in care by The Elliot are receiving national recognition! Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of Elliot Medical Goup Ambulatory Services, Dr. Holly Mintz was recently invited to two national conferences to share The Elliot’s best practices and offer her perspective to help with further innovation in the healthcare industry. On…
SolutionHealth announces four silver winners of 2024 NH Union Leader Readers’ Choice Awards for Elliot Health System, Southern New Hampshire Health, and Home Health & Hospice Care. These votes from people in our communities demonstrate the confidence they have in our services, and our leadership in several healthcare categories. Elliot Hospital was voted as the silver winner…
by Dr. Ricardo Gonzales, Elliot Orthopaedics As we age, we may notice the activities we enjoy, like hiking, playing golf, or gardening, become harder and might even leave us with some unwanted pain in our knees, hips, or both. At Elliot Orthopaedics, we see patients every day who have developed arthritis in their hips and knees and…
When it comes to weight loss, each person has unique challenges and opportunities. Simple calorie restriction will typically cause short-term weight loss, but the key is to find a way to lose weight and keep it off for a lifetime. Here are my ten essential tips to guide your journey: 1. Increase Your Protein Intake …
Southern NH Health is proud to welcome Kayleigh Sullivan, PA to Foundation Orthopedics and Shara LaPointe, PA to the Southern NH Medical Center Adult Hospitalist Program. Together, these providers bring nearly 25 years of experience to the health system and are dedicated to providing the level of care our community expects from Southern NH Health.…
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate affects half of men in their 50s, 70% in their 60s, and about 80% of men over 70 years of age. Medical and surgical treatments have been available for some time. Aquablation therapy is a new, less invasive treatment with fewer side effects. It uses water with robotic precision…
We are thrilled to announce that Southern New Hampshire Medical Center (SNHMC) has received a prestigious award recognizing its lactation program to support breastfeeding. The Hospital-Based IBCLC Care Award is given by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners® (IBLCE®) and the International Lactation Consultant Association® (ILCA®). This global recognition celebrates our commitment to providing…
After a remarkable career spanning decades in the medical field, Dr. Colleen Guiry, medical director of clinical education, is set to retire on July 3, marking the end of an era characterized by dedication, innovation, and a profound commitment to medical education. Her retirement coincides with the orientation of the new cohort of students into…