In order to effectively provide medical treatment to you, we require a commitment by staff, patients and visitors alike. Mutual trust and respect can help us provide the right treatment plan, in a safe and respectful environment that promotes healing.   

Below we’ve outlined the Code of Conduct expectations for all Patients and Visitors designed to help make your hospital stay, appointment or visit successful: 

• Patients, visitors and staff will address each other in a respectful manner.
• Patients are encouraged to speak with their providers about their therapeutic care plan.
• This is a smoke free...

UMass Memorial Health was created to be many things, to serve many needs. At the core of our mission has been the charge to provide Central Massachusetts with outstanding medical care and to make that care available to all, regardless of ability to pay. But, as invaluable as this anchor mission is, the role we play in the community is much greater...

At UMass Memorial Health – Harrington, we care for people from more than 25 communities across South-Central Massachusetts and Northeastern Connecticut. Our skilled team provides the full range of medical services at several locations in the region. You can trust our experts to deliver the highest quality care and compassionate support.

We work as a team to bring exceptional healthcare to you at several convenient locations: 

• Harrington Hospital in Southbridge provides medical and surgical inpatient care, 24-hour emergency services, an intensive care unit and comprehensive outpatient services
• Har...

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Kristy Lee
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UMass Memorial Health – Harrington

Kristy Lee
Media and Public Relations Manager
email: kristy.lee@umassmemorial.org

Chri...

What is an Intensivist?

An intensivist is a board-certified physician who provides special care for critically ill patients. Also known as a critical care physician, the intensivist has advanced training and experience in treating this complex type of patient.

What Kind of Training does an Intensivist Have?

After medical school, an intensivist completes a residency and board certification in a specialty such as surgery, internal medicine, pulmonary medicine or pediatrics, plus an additional two- to three-year fellowship and certification in critical care medicine.

How is an Intensivist Different