September 13th is World Sepsis Day, dedicated to raising awareness about this life-threatening condition. Sepsis arises when the body’s response to an infection causes damage to its own tissues and organs. This condition can lead to shock, multi-organ failure, and even death, particularly if it is not recognized and treated promptly. Sepsis is not a…
As summer winds down, parents and children everywhere are starting to feel excitement and anxiety. A new school year is a fresh start filled with opportunities, but students are also faced with busy schedules and stressors as they deal with classes, homework, tests, sports, clubs, after-school events, and social/emotional drama. But how can you ensure…
Elliot Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Resuscitation Gold Award for Resuscitation Quality for its commitment to treating in-hospital cardiac arrest, ultimately helping to improve survival rates. “This award recognizes the expertise and skills that our team members demonstrate in treating patients who experience cardiac arrest. It also reflects our unwavering…
Elliot 1-Day is the only ambulatory surgery center in New Hampshire to earn advanced certification for total joint replacement from AAAHC. Elliot Health System is pleased to announce that Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center has earned an Orthopaedic Advanced Certification for its Total Joint Program from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Elliot 1-Day Surgery…
Dr. Holly Mintz, senior vice president and chief medical officer of Elliot Medical Group Ambulatory Services, has had a remarkable journey in medicine. She is driven by a lifelong passion for science and a love for working with children and their families. In this position, she can focus on innovation, engagement, and the delivery of…
Lead poisoning remains a serious public health concern, particularly for children. Even in small amounts, lead can cause irreversible damage to a child’s cognitive development, learning abilities, and behavior. As Dr. Louie Olive of Elliot Primary Care at Londonderry rightly states, “Preventative care is the most important kind of medicine.” In line with this belief,…
Southern NH Health is proud to welcome four new providers to the health system. Dr. Sarah Himmelstein, Elizabeth Slattery, LCMHC, and Drew Etskovitz, PA bring skill and commitment to excellence in care for which Southern NH Health is known. Sarah Himmelstein, MD Sarah Himmelstein, MD joins Foundation Surgery with 10 years of experience. Dr. Himmelstein…
Southern New Hampshire Health Medical Center’s Trauma Program Manager, Jennifer Marcotte, RN, shares insights into what defines a trauma center and what it means to patients that SNHMC is trauma-verified by the American College of Surgeons. Discover the unique aspects of SNHMC’s Level IIIN designation, the comprehensive trauma services offered, and how the team provides…
Elliot Health System is pleased to welcome Dr. Pia Maalouf to Elliot Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics and Dr. Kiriana Morse to Elliot Emergency Medicine. Both of our new providers are committed to excellence in care for which The Elliot is known. Pia Maalouf, MD Board-certified Pia Maalouf, MD joins Elliot Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics with…
As a pediatrician, one of my most important roles is to promote the health and well-being of your child. An important part of this responsibility involves discussing immunizations with parents. Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to protect children from many potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccinations Protect Everyone Vaccines work by helping the immune…