Medical Center News
Milford Regional Cancer Center Focus of WGBH Program
The Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center will be highlighted on public broadcast station WGBH 2/HD’s weekly Greater Boston program on Monday, March 15 at 7 p.m. Read more.
Milford Regional’s Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Expands in Whitinsville
March 10, 2010
Milford Regional is pleased to announce the expansion of our Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine services at Whitinsville Medical Center. The renovated space has almost tripled their size from 2,000 to 5,500 square feet, allowing for a much larger gym with state-of-the-art exercise and rehabilitation equipment including a new Trazer.
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Schwartz Center Rounds Begin at Milford Regional Medical Center
January 26, 2010
In an effort to enhance patient care by strengthening the relationship between patients and caregivers, Milford Regional Medical Center held its first Schwartz Center Rounds recently. These rounds (multidisciplinary sessions) provide a forum where hospital staff can discuss various emotional and social issues often encountered while caring for patients, and how the staff can make a positive impact on a patient’s emotional well-being. Read more.
The Rockett Family of Physicians Receives Leaders in Quality Award
November 2009
General surgeon William Rockett, MD, along with his father, Francis Rockett, MD; mother, Barbara Rockett, MD; brother, Sean Rockett, MD; and sister-in-law, Rhonda Rockett, MD recently received the Rx for Excellence Leaders in Quality award from the Massachusetts Medical Law Report. Read more.
Milford Regional’s Diabetes Education Program Achieves Recognition
October 2009
Milford Regional Medical Center’s Diabetes Education Program recently received recognition by the American Diabetes Association. Read more.
Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Complex Opens in Milford
October 2009
Milford Regional Medical Center announces the opening of a new 7,000 square foot rehabilitation and sports medicine complex conveniently located just down the street from the Medical Center on Cape Road (Route 140) in Milford. This new facility has a full line of leading edge equipment for sports medicine including this area’s only Trazer… a high-tech video game that connects strength training and aerobic conditioning to the functional requirements of work, leisure and sports activities.
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Adult and Child Friendly Lab Opens in Hopkinton
October 2009
Milford Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce the opening of a new lab location in Hopkinton on October 5, 2009. This facility is designed to cater to the special needs of children as well as adults. Read more.
Cardiologist Named one of the “Most Influential Doctors” by USA TODAY
September 2009
Brian Downey, MD, cardiologist, was recently named one of the “Most Influential Doctors” by USA TODAY. Read more.
Seasonal Flu Clinics
September 2009
The VNA and Hospice of Greater Milford, a Department of Milford Regional Medical Center, is sponsoring flu Clinics in cooperation with the Boards of Health for residents in the towns of Milford, Medway, Uxbridge, Northbridge, Hopedale, Mendon, Franklin, Blackstone, and Millville. These clinics will offer vaccination for the seasonal flu. Read more.
Milford Regional Web Site Wins Award
August 2009
Milford Regional Medical Center’s community web site, milfordregional.org, was awarded a silver Lamplighter award for excellence by New England’s premier organization of health care communicators, New England Society for Healthcare Communications (NESHCo). Read more.
VNA Director Receives First Class Citizen Award
August 2009
Jean Masciarelli, director of the VNA and Hospice of Greater Milford, was recently presented with the “First Class Citizen Award” by Tom McAuliffe, president of WMRC Radio 1490 AM in Milford. Read more.
Milford Regional Ranked In Top 10% Nationwide in Patient Experience
June 2009
Milford Regional Medical Center (MRMC) was ranked among the top 10% in the nation for patient experience for 2009/2010 by HealthGrades. Read more.
Milford Regional Medical Center Receives American Stroke Association’s
Get With The Guidelines Gold Performance Achievement Award
June 2009
VNA and Hospice of Greater Milford Welcomes new Hospice Manager
March 2009
The VNA and Hospice of Greater Milford, a department of Milford Regional Medical Center, would like to welcome David Levesque to their management team as the new Hospice Manager. Read more.
Three’s a Charm!
March 2009
Proud parents Justin Catanzaro and Elizabeth Hogan of Milford both share the same birthday as their newborn son, Rocco Anthony, who was born at Milford Regional on March 5. Read more.
Milford Regional Receives Breastfeeding Achievement Award
November 2008
Milford Regional’s Cancer Program Receives Approval With Commendation from Commission on Cancer
November 2008
The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons has granted Three-Year Approval With Commendation to the Cancer Program at Milford Regional Medical Center. Read more.
Milford Regional Medical Center
Announces Partnership with the
Milford
Senior Center
September 2008
Milford Regional Medical Center is happy to announce its new partnership with the Milford Senior Center. Together, Milford Regional and the Senior Center look forward to offering a variety of programs to promote health and wellness for seniors who reside in Milford and surrounding towns. Upcoming programs include a free lecture by Samuel Zylstra, MD, about female incontinence and pelvic floor disorders, and a Thanksgiving celebration. In addition, Milford Regional’s wellness programs such as tai chi and yoga will be held at the Senior Center. All programs, including the programs put on by the Senior Center, are open to anyone regardless of where they reside. Read more.
Milford Regional’s Handwashing Coloring Contest Winners
June 2008
Milford Regional Medical Center recognizes winners of their recent handwashing coloring contest. Read more.
Milford Regional Medical Center Receives American Stroke Association’s
Get With The Guidelines Silver Performance Achievement Award
May 2008
Milford Regional Lab Now Open Seven Days per Week
April 2008
Milford Regional Expands Lab Locations
February 2008
Milford Regional Medical Center recently opened its sixth laboratory location in Hopedale at 54 Hopedale Street. Patients requiring blood work may go to this newest lab location any time between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This lab, as does all other Milford Regional labs, serves patients of all ages and can be contacted directly at 508-422-9739. Patients are encouraged to pre-register for lab services through Milford Regional’s Pre-Registration Service at 508-422-2222, available daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Read more.
The new Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center is open to patients!
February 2008
Cancer patients in the Milford, Mass. area, southwest of Boston, can receive their care closer to home at the new Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center. Read more.
On December 2, 2007, Members of the Community Got Their First Peek at the New Cancer Center at Milford Regional.
December 2007
Milford Regional’s Annual Tree of Life raises $9,384.
December 2007
Respected Physician and Author, Dr. Nathan, Speaks on Best Selling Book about Cancer Treatment
September 2007
An Exciting New Twist for Milford Regional’s Golf Classic
August 2007
The WMRC 1490 AM Radiothon held on Monday, August 27 raised $32,000, which will benefit the Cancer Center at Milford Regional Medical Center. The Radiothon was broadcast live from the Franklin Country Club during Milford Regional’s Golf Classic.
Thank you to our generous community and business owners!
Martial Artists United Raise $4,000 for the Cancer Center.
August 2007
Eight area self-defense schools participated recently in a fundraiser to benefit the Cancer Center at Milford Regional. Read more.
Personal Choice Dining At Your Service!
August 2007
Milford Regional’s new Personal Choice Dining program has put “personal” back into the dining experience and patients are loving it. Read more.
Our VNA Tops Other New England VNAs in a Survey
April 2007
Patients who receive home healthcare from the Visiting Nurse Association of the Greater Milford-Northbridge Area (Milford VNA), a department of Milford Regional Medical Center, gave high marks to the care they received from the agency.
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