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Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, the principal teaching hospital of Tufts University and the Tufts University School of Medicine, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home and an integrated network of 2,300 physicians, we treat the most complex conditions, keep our communities healthy and bring research breakthroughs to life.
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Today is National Donor Day. It honors the lifesaving generosity of organ donors and donor families.After a heart and ki...
02/14/2026

Today is National Donor Day. It honors the lifesaving generosity of organ donors and donor families.

After a heart and kidney transplant at Tufts Medical Center, Mark Arold climbed to the summit of Mount Washington just fourteen months later.

For Mark, the climb honored the donor who gave him a second chance at life and the care team who helped him get there.

On National Donor Day, we thank every donor and donor family. Your decision changes lives.

New England Donor Services

02/12/2026

Why do heart disease rates spike after menopause?

In The Spark, researcher Jennifer DuPont, PhD, Principal Investigator at the Molecular Cardiology Research Institute (MCRI) and Assistant Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine, shares a surprising discovery from her lab about estrogen receptors and cardiovascular health.

Her team found that these receptors don't simply turn off when estrogen levels drop, they remain active and could even contribute to vascular dysfunction. This research is exploring how blood vessels stiffen through menopause, leading to conditions like high blood pressure and heart attacks.

And because men also have estrogen receptors, the findings could benefit everyone.

Thank you to Jen and her team for sharing.

02/10/2026

Enjoy another ✨Moment of Baby Zen✨. Meet Remi, born at MelroseWakefield Hospital, reminding us of the quiet beauty and wonder of new beginnings. We're honored to be part of these precious first moments, caring for the families and community we serve.

GLP-1 medications offer more than weight loss. Tufts Medicine's Richard Siegel, MD explains how these treatments are sup...
02/09/2026

GLP-1 medications offer more than weight loss. Tufts Medicine's Richard Siegel, MD explains how these treatments are supporting heart health, reducing constant thoughts about food and offering new options for patients.

✅ May reduce risk of heart attack or stroke by up to 20% in people with heart disease
✅ Help quiet "food noise", the constant mental chatter about food
✅ New oral options on the horizon for those who prefer not to use injections
✅ Support whole-body health beyond weight management

"One of the biggest surprises for patients is how much quieter their minds feel around food," says Dr. Siegel, an endocrinologist at Tufts Medicine Weight + Wellness in Stoneham. "When that constant pull toward eating eases, people often feel a sense of control they haven't had in years."

Team spirit runs deep at Tufts Medicine! 🏈Staff from across our health system are showing their Patriots pride ahead of ...
02/08/2026

Team spirit runs deep at Tufts Medicine! 🏈

Staff from across our health system are showing their Patriots pride ahead of the Super Bowl. Go Pats! 💙❤️

Today we're wearing red for National Wear Red Day! We’re proud to celebrate   and promote heart health awareness across ...
02/06/2026

Today we're wearing red for National Wear Red Day! We’re proud to celebrate and promote heart health awareness across the communities we serve. ❣️

Today we celebrated the ribbon cutting of Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital in Malden. This is an important mile...
02/06/2026

Today we celebrated the ribbon cutting of Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital in Malden. This is an important milestone in meeting the growing mental health needs of our communities.

The new 144-bed hospital will serve children, adolescents, adults and older adults in a space focused on healing and recovery.

Thank you to elected and community leaders and our teams at Tufts Medicine and Tufts University School of Medicine for joining us.

Learn more: https://www.tuftsmedicinebehavioralhospital.com

Choosing a heart surgeon is one of the most important health decisions you can make. Start off American Heart Month by r...
02/02/2026

Choosing a heart surgeon is one of the most important health decisions you can make. Start off American Heart Month by reading through our new guide on what to look for and how to feel confident in your care.

Read more and explore your options at Tufts Medicine:

Learn how to choose the right heart surgeon, what questions to ask and what matters most for safe, high-quality cardiac surgery

Movement matters during cancer care and beyond. Tufts Medicine oncologists share what the research shows about physical ...
02/01/2026

Movement matters during cancer care and beyond. Tufts Medicine oncologists share what the research shows about physical activity and cancer outcomes. Regular movement can ease side effects and help patients maintain strength over time.

Learn how exercise supports cancer prevention, treatment and survival in this conversation with two Tufts Medicine oncologists.

01/30/2026

In the latest episode of On the Road with Tufts Medicine, we visit the Tufts Medicine Cancer Center in Framingham, where the care team brings advanced cancer care to patients in their local community without the trip into Boston.

Watch how local care can make a life-changing difference.

Ever wonder what the letters after your clinician’s name mean?MD. DO. NP. PA. CRNA.They are not just credentials. They r...
01/29/2026

Ever wonder what the letters after your clinician’s name mean?

MD. DO. NP. PA. CRNA.
They are not just credentials. They reflect years of training, experience and dedication to patient care.

This article walks through the most common clinical credentials and explains what they mean for your care:

Learn what MD, DO, NP, PA and others mean for your care.

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