| UMass Memorial Health

Local EMT Squads Ready for World Cup Watch Parties in Worcester

Worcester is also getting World Cup fever, hosting four watch parties on the Common. Keeping the fans who show up to take in the action safe will be a primary focus. Worcester EMS out of UMass Memorial Health will have two ambulances on site should fans require medical attention. Coastal Medical Transportation Systems will pitch in with two ambulances.

6.10.26

| Prevention and Wellness

Speak for Yourself! Self-Advocacy in Health Care

Learn how self-advocacy in health care helps you feel fully informed and confident in every test or treatment.

Dr. Rich Perugini of UMass Memorial Weight Center.

More patients now use GLP-1 medications after bariatric surgery to lose more weight

Losing weight is never easy. Now, some patients are relying on a one-two punch to drop those unwanted pounds.

Dr. Erick Dickson, President and CEO of UMass Memorial Health

2026 Power 100: Dr. Eric Dickson

Dickson leads Central Massachusetts’ largest employer and healthcare provider through a period of financial and operational challenges facing hospitals nationwide.

Cynthia Barginere, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of UMass Memorial Health.

2026 Power 100: Cynthia Barginere

Barginere is helping transform UMass Memorial Health into a truly regional healthcare system.

LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader

6.5.26

Read more about LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader

UMass Memorial Health has earned recognition as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the 2026 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI) — the highest level of national recognition for LGBTQ+ inclusion in healthcare.

All UMass Memorial licensed acute care hospital locations received this designation, with the exception of Milford Regional, which was not included in this year’s submission following its recent addition to the system. Work is underway to include Milford Regional in a future survey cycle.

This recognition reflects our deep organizational commitment to creating a welcoming, respectful and...

Why UMass Memorial Health Is Slowing Down Before It Speeds Up AI

In a rush to be among the first, it can be easy for hospitals and health systems to succumb to the AI craze and deploy it prematurely. UMass Memorial Health, meanwhile, is taking a more measured approach before scaling the technology.

Outside on the grounds of Milford Regional Medical Center, the three scholarship recipients stand with those responsible for supporting the scholarship and with the director of Volunteer Services.

Milford Regional Awards Scholarships to Future Healthcare Professionals

The Milford Regional Medical Center recently recognized three outstanding teen volunteers with Perry Memorial Volunteer Scholarships, helping support the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Registration Confirmation Actions and Intentions

11.11.24

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Cars and pedestrians in Worcester's Main South neighborhood.

How Old, Vacant Lots Will Now Help Worcester Small Business Owners Thrive

The celebration will feature officials from The Main South Community Development Corporation, MassDevelopment, Bay State Bank, the City of Worcester and UMass Memorial Health, according to the press release.

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