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Thank You - Cancer Program

3.14.24

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Thank you for your interest in one of our upcoming cancer programs.

Learn more about our cancer care at UMass Memorial. For appointments: call 855-UMASS-MD (855-862-7763).

10.31.25

| Care and Conditions, Cancer, Prevention and Wellness

A Look at Mammography: 2D vs 3D

Confused about when to start breast cancer screening or if 2D or 3D mammogram is best for you? Get advice on age, exam options, and breast density.

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Thank You - Weight Center

12.14.23

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Congratulations on taking the first step towards a better tomorrow! Your form was submitted successfully and we'll be in touch shortly to help you start your journey.

In the meantime, please feel free to connect with us on Facebook, subscribe to Keep Moving, a blog from our exercise physiologist Janet Huehls MA, RCEP, CHWC, or return to the UMass Memorial Weight Center website.

UMass Memorial Weight Center
55 Lake Avenue North
Worcester, MA 01655
Tel: 774-443-3886

4.28.25

| Food and Fitness

More Than 3 Million Geocaches Are Waiting to be Found

Geocaching is the real-world treasure hunt that's happening right now, all around you. There are 3 million active geocaches and more than 6 million geocachers worldwide, according to geocaching.com. But, what is geocaching anyway?

It's a great activity to get you to enjoy the outdoors any time of year...

Thank You for Completing our Online Orientation Program

4.27.22

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Your contact form was submitted successfully.

You will receive an email confirmation shortly, which will include some helpful information and resources.

Click here to return to the UMass Memorial Weight Center website.

5.5.25

| Food and Fitness, Parenting

10 Lunchbox Snacks Your Kids Won't Trade

Your child comes home with the same lunch you packed him earlier that day. That's frustrating. It's amazing what some cookie cutters and toothpicks can do. Here are 10 lunchbox snacks your kids won't trade.

Use cookie cutters to make fun-shaped sandwiches (without the crusts).
Send some grapes and...

Board of Trustees and Administration

11.28.24

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Board of Trustees

Evan Benjamin, MD
David Bennett
Leslie Bovenzi
Michael Collins, MD
Lisa Colombo
Eric Dickson, MD, President and CEO
Terence Flotte, MD
Elvira Guardiola, Vice Chair
Nancy Kane
Jean King, PhD
Susan Mailman
Jean McMurray
Ann Molloy
Michael O’Brien
Raymond Pawlicki
John Shea
Richard Siegrist
Rosemary Thomsen
Lynda Young, MD, Chair

Administration

Eric Dickson, MD, President and CEO
Eric Alper, MD, Senior Vice President, Chief Quality Officer and Chief Informatics Officer
Cynthia Barginere, DNP, RN, Chief Operating Officer; President, Community Hospitals
Gordon Benson, PhD, President, Community...

10.30.25

| Prevention and Wellness

It's No Joke - Laughter Just Might Be the Best Medicine

Laughter boosts your health—relieving stress, burning calories, easing pain, and lowering blood pressure. Discover more reasons to smile in this post!