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Sisters Deliver ‘Twin Cousins’ on Same Day at Same Hospital: ‘Everyone Was Shocked’
Dalina Hanna and her older sister, Jouliana Fazah, both delivered babies on Saturday, May 23, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Massachusetts, according to a media release from the hospital.
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.
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.
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6.12.26 |
Press Release
UMass Memorial Health Earns Top National Recognition for LGBTQ+ Inclusive Care
UMass Memorial Health is recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader in the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s 2026 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI).
6.11.26 |
Telegram & Gazette |
Human Interest,
In the Media
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.
6.11.26 |
Patch |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
In the Media,
Patient Care
New Primary Care Providers Coming To Worcester County UMass Memorial Site
UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Hospital is adding four primary care providers at its Trolley Crossing location in Charlton this summer.
The addition of four new primary care providers and our new Charlton location at Trolley Crossing will help meet the healthcare needs of community members by making it easier to access timely, personalized care close to where they live and work.
Edward Moore | UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Hospital
6.8.26 |
Boston 25 News |
Human Interest,
In the Media
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.
Losing 60-70% of your excess body weight is really an excellent target and will do wonders for improving metabolic health, but sometimes leaves people at a weight they’re uncomfortable with.
Richard Perugini, MD | Director of Bariatric Surgery, UMass Memorial Medical Center
6.8.26 |
Worcester Business Journal |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
In the Media
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.
Leaders should talk to their teams daily and build a solutions-oriented culture.
Dr. Eric Dickson | President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health
6.8.26 |
Worcester Business Journal |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
In the Media
2026 Power 100: Cynthia Barginere
Barginere is helping transform UMass Memorial Health into a truly regional healthcare system.
I consider optimism a leadership competency. When you approach a problem optimistically, you can see possibilities, innovation, and opportunity.
Cynthia Barginere | Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, UMass Memorial Health
6.5.26 |
HealthLeaders |
AI,
Human Interest,
In the Media
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.
We only are going to implement AI that is focused on solving as a countermeasure to a problem that we are having. For us, AI is an improvement tool.
Dr. Eric Dickson | President and CEO, UMass Memorial Health
6.4.26 |
MyFMMedia |
Human Interest,
In the Community
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.
6.1.26 |
MassLive |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
In the Media
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.
6.1.26 |
WBUR |
Patient Care
The Scope of Long COVID Is Bigger Than We Think, Mass. Researchers Say
Dr. Sandeep Jubbal, an infectious disease specialist at UMass Memorial Health, said he still treats new patients seeking care for long COVID, and some whose symptoms have lingered for years.
Not having a diagnostic test is a big limitation. Most of the diagnosis is symptom-based.
Sandeep Jubbal, MD | Infectious Diseases | UMass Memorial Health
5.31.26 |
Franklin Observer + Medway Monitor |
Human Interest,
In the Community,
In the Media
People, Power and Politics: Worcester Commercial Condos
Other project funding came from the city, federal COVID relief dollars, and a low-interest loan from UMass Memorial Health's Anchor Mission.
5.30.26 |
People Magazine |
Human Interest,
In the Media
Sisters Deliver ‘Twin Cousins’ on Same Day at Same Hospital: ‘Everyone Was Shocked’
Dalina Hanna and her older sister, Jouliana Fazah, both delivered babies on Saturday, May 23, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Massachusetts, according to a media release from the hospital.
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