Awards and Achievements

20 Years of Heart: Celebrating Two Decades of Excellence in Electrophysiology

Twenty years ago, a small team with a bold idea began a journey that would transform heart care for patients in the South Coast region. The Electrophysiology (EP) Program started […]

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Southcoast Health Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Maternity Care Access Hospitals

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named Southcoast Hospitals Group, including Charlton Memorial and St. Luke’s hospitals, as a 2025 Maternity […]

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Our People

Dr. Richard Pin Named Executive Chief of Heart & Vascular

We are pleased to announce Dr. Richard Pin’s promotion to Executive Chief of Southcoast Health Heart & Vascular, a role that reflects both a distinguished career and an unwavering commitment […]

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Southcoast Health Expands Care Teams with Four New Providers

Southcoast Health is pleased to announce that the not-for-profit community health system has welcomed four new providers. They are joining the endocrinology, family medicine and medical weight management specialties, and […]

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Dr. John Podkowa Named Executive Chief of Primary Care

Southcoast Health recognizes the critical importance of expanding access to high-quality primary care and believes that it is the foundation of a healthy community. With that commitment in mind, we […]

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Southcoast Health in the News

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Nicole Podkowa 5k Brings Southcoast Together for Cancer Support

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Providence Business News

Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association renamed Southcoast Health at Home

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The Herald News

Charlton Memorial earns top designation for joint replacement care

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New Bedford Guide

Southcoast Health Opens Its First Urgent Care in Greater Taunton

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New Bedford Guide

From Love to Hope: How a Local Diaper Program Became a Lifeline for Hundreds of Families in New Bedford

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Fall River Reporter

Southcoast Health announces 12 new providers serving Fall River, New Bedford, Wareham, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Swansea, Tiverton

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NBC 10 Boston

2 killed when small plane crashes on highway in southern Mass.

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New Bedford Guide

Southcoast Health Welcomes New Providers in Various Specialties to New Bedford, Dartmouth, Fall River

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Fall River Reporter

Southcoast Health announces new providers in Fall River, New Bedford, Wareham, Dartmouth, Middletown

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Fun 107

Friends of Jack Gala Raises Millions for Southcoast Kids Healthcare

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Dartmouth Week

Returning to St. Luke’s School of Nursing 50 years later

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Podcasts

Thanks to Community Partnerships, Southcoast Health Wraps Every Newborn in Love with New Southcoast Baby Blankets
Community

Thanks to Community Partnerships, Southcoast Health Wraps Every Newborn in Love with New Southcoast Baby Blankets

Every baby born at Southcoast Health will now be wrapped in more than just warmth – they’ll be wrapped in love. With our new Southcoast Baby Blankets, every newborn will...

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Community

Southcoast Health and South Coast Community Health Alliance Identify Most Urgent Healthcare Needs of the South Coast Region

Today, the South Coast Community Health Alliance (SoCHA), a collaboration of nine regional organizations invested in the wellbeing of people in the South Coast region, presented its 2025 Community Health...

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2025 OBGYN Office Expansion
Community

Southcoast Health OB/GYN Expands Women’s Health Services in Fall River

Southcoast Health is pleased to announce the expansion of its Obstetrics and Gynecology office at 300 Hanover Street in Fall River. The practice, which opened in March of 2025, has...

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Southcoast Health and Providence College Partner to Inspire Local Children at Boys & Girls Clubs

Recently, Southcoast Health the official orthopedic provider of the Providence College Friars, teamed up with Corey Floyd Jr. and Olivia Rodrigues, standout student-athletes from Providence College’s basketball programs, to bring...

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Community

Your Holiday Healthcare Guide: Know Where to Go

The holiday season is almost here! With festive gatherings and winter activities, it’s a joyful time of year – but it also brings increased risks for cold, flu and other...

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Southcoast Health Unveils Second Hybrid Operating Room at Charlton Memorial Hospital, Elevating Heart & Vascular Care Across the Region
Awards and Achievements

Southcoast Health Unveils Second Hybrid Operating Room at Charlton Memorial Hospital, Elevating Heart & Vascular Care Across the Region

Southcoast Health celebrated the opening of its second state-of-the-art Hybrid Operating Room (OR) at Charlton Memorial Hospital today, marking a major milestone in expanding access to advanced cardiovascular care for...

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Thanks to Community Partnerships, Southcoast Health Wraps Every Newborn in Love with New Southcoast Baby Blankets

Every baby born at Southcoast Health will now be wrapped in more than just warmth – they’ll be wrapped in love. With our new Southcoast Baby Blankets, every newborn will […]

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Walking Strong Again: A Grateful Patient’s Story of Great Care and Compassion

What started as a struggle to walk comfortably turned into a story of healing and hope. With the help of her Southcoast Health team, Cindy is walking strong again – […]

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Recognizing Excellence: A Grateful Patient Honors Her Doctors

She values a healthcare experience built on meaningful connection and the kind of trust that comes from providers who tailor her care to her unique needs. That’s why she nominated […]

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Public Announcements

Public Announcement Concerning a Proposed Health Care Project

Southcoast Health System, Inc. (“Applicant”), located at 101 Page Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740, intends to file a Notice of Determination of Need Application with the Massachusetts Department of Public […]

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Public Announcement Concerning a Proposed Health Care Project

In order to address growing patient needs, Southcoast Health will file an application for a Notice of Determination of Need (DoN) with the Massachusetts Department of Public Health for approval […]

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Public Announcement Concerning a Proposed Health Care Project

Shields Healthcare of Dartmouth, Inc. d/b/a Fall River-New Bedford Regional MRI Center (“Applicant”), with an address of 700 Congress Street, Suite 204, Quincy, Massachusetts 02169, intends to file an application […]

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Upcoming Events

Baby Café Breastfeeding Support Group – Dartmouth

February 10, 2026

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

300B Faunce Corner Road

Southcoast Health is proud to host Baby Café, a friendly and comfortable drop-in session for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to learn more about breastfeeding. Mothers can relax, share tips and […]

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Baby Café Breastfeeding Support Group – Fall River

February 11, 2026

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

People Incorporated

Southcoast Health is proud to host Baby Café, a friendly and comfortable drop-in session for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to learn more about breastfeeding. Mothers can relax, share tips and […]

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Widow and Widower Grief Support Group

February 11, 2026

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Somerset Public Library

In-Person Support Group Grieving is an important emotional process for all those who suffer a loss. Although grief is normal, it can be a distressing and often confusing time in […]

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Preventing & Managing Heart Disease Online Seminar

February 11, 2026

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., but the good news is that many heart conditions are preventable and manageable with the right knowledge, habits and […]

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General Loss Grief Support Group

February 12, 2026

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Fairhaven Council on Aging

In-Person Support Group – 2nd Thursday of Each Month Grieving is an important emotional process for all those who suffer a loss. Although grief is normal, it can be a […]

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Baby Café Breastfeeding Support Group – New Bedford

February 13, 2026

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

New Beginnings Moms Do Care

Southcoast Health is proud to host Baby Café, a friendly and comfortable drop-in session for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to learn more about breastfeeding. Mothers can relax, share tips and […]

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Be Well Wareham Walk

February 14, 2026

8:30 am - 8:30 am

Gleason YMCA

Join Southcoast Health providers & Rhonda May, certified yoga teacher. Be Well Wareham is a wellness partnership between Southcoast Health and YMCA Southcoast. Be Well Wareham features a FREE monthly […]

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Baby Café Breastfeeding Support Group – Dartmouth

February 17, 2026

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

300B Faunce Corner Road

Southcoast Health is proud to host Baby Café, a friendly and comfortable drop-in session for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to learn more about breastfeeding. Mothers can relax, share tips and […]

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Baby Café Breastfeeding Support Group – Fall River

February 18, 2026

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

People Incorporated

Southcoast Health is proud to host Baby Café, a friendly and comfortable drop-in session for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to learn more about breastfeeding. Mothers can relax, share tips and […]

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General Loss Grief Support Group – Virtual

February 18, 2026

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Virtual Support Group – 3rd Wednesday of Each Month Grieving is an important emotional process for all those who suffer a loss. Although grief is normal, it can be a […]

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