Lahey Hospital & Medical Center

01/02/2026

Do you know where to go this cold and flu season?🤧 Getting the right care at the right place for your symptoms can help you save time, money, and stress.

Learn which BILH care setting is best for you at the link below⤵️
https://bilh.org/care-options

01/02/2026

Meet Bob Evers, who was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis in 2021. After coming to Lahey, he was quickly listed for transplant. In June 2022, the call came: “Mr. Evers, we have a liver for you.” Two and a half years later, Bob is focused on health, gratitude, and inspiring others.

“Some say ‘you only live once.’ I've been blessed with the opportunity to continue doing so.” As we reflect this season, we honor our transplant team, our donors, and patients like Bob who remind us of what hope really looks like.

12/31/2025

Our annual Gingerbread Contest was full of creativity, holiday spirit, and lots of laughs! A huge thank-you to all the teams who participated and made this tradition so much fun. Congratulations to our winners:

Best in Show: Lahey Heals the World — Lahey Interpreter Services
Most Festive: The Grinch vs. The Neutropenic Neighborhood Cottages — Unit 7 West
Most Humorous: HapPEE Holidays from Urology — Urology
Best Medical Theme: Lahey Heals the World — Lahey Interpreter Services

Amazing work by all involved, your creativity truly made the season brighter. Thanks for spreading holiday cheer, one gingerbread masterpiece at a time!

12/26/2025

Through peer recognition and leadership acknowledgment, we’re proud to recognize the exceptional individuals who go above and beyond to keep our patients, visitors, and colleagues safe.

Lahey Peabody Security Most Valuable Professional (MVP): Steven Gibney, Security Officer

LHMC Security MVP: Muhammed Alli, Security Supervisor

Most Improved Security Professional: Kayla Finocchiaro, Security Officer

Best in Crisis De-escalation Award: Hector Perez, Security Charge Officer

Security Leadership Award: James Urbaez, Manager, Security Operations, BILH Behavioral Services

Outstanding Collaboration Award: Colleen Venuti, RN, in recognition of her outstanding partnership and collaboration with our Security team.

Please join us in congratulating all of this year’s award recipients and thank you to our entire Security team for the professionalism, teamwork, and dedication you bring every day.

12/23/2025

Get Ready for Flu & Winter Virus Season!

It’s that time of year: flu and other viral illnesses will soon start to spread in the community. Feeling under the weather? Stay home and wear a mask when in public.

Need care but not sure what to do? Call your primary care provider first for advice.

Need to be seen? Our Acute Care Clinic and Urgent Care (41 Mall Rd) are open 7 days a week for non-emergencies.

And don’t forget, it’s not too late to protect yourself with your Flu, or RSV vaccines!

12/19/2025

BILH’s inaugural Sustainability Summit brought colleagues together across the system to celebrate and strengthen our commitment to environmental stewardship. 🌱

Congratulations to Brandon Doubrava, Danielle Skinner, Andrew Santalucia, and Jill Matson from LHMC Food Services (Sodexo) — who were recognized as Jane Matlaw Environmental Champion Awardees for hosting a plant-based takeover day in the cafeteria.

Through creative menu design, marketing, and customer surveys, this initiative cut greenhouse gas emissions by 5,790 kg, increased gross profit, and encouraged patients and staff to explore sustainable dining options by trying something new.

Thank you all for your leadership and dedication to sustainability!

12/12/2025

We are so pleased to announce our latest Wound Warriors. Hillary Blakeney (ED), Nancy Nille (MICU), and Julie McGuane (6W), who have all shown outstanding dedication to wound care excellence by preventing pressure injuries, going above and beyond, and serving as role models in wound care prevention.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment to skin health! 💙

12/11/2025

With more wintry weather in the forecast, it’s important to take a few extra precautions to stay safe. Simple steps, like wearing proper footwear, using handrails, clearing walkways, and keeping living spaces well-lit, can help reduce the risk of slips and falls both outdoors and at home. A few proactive measures now can go a long way in preventing injuries throughout the winter season.

Click here to learn more ⤵️

BNEWS, in association with Lahey Health Hospital & Medical Center, present a series offering professional, nutritional advice on staying healthy through what and how you eat.

12/10/2025

We’re celebrating 1 year since the expansion of our Radiation Oncology department, delivering patient-centered care in a state-of-the-art facility.

This milestone represents more than a building, it’s a commitment to healing, hope, and innovation. Join us in honoring the progress that powers care, education, and innovation at Lahey.

Read more ⤵️
https://giving.bilh.org/laheyhospitalmedicalcenter/philanthropy-news/building-support/

12/08/2025

Lahey Board Chair Jane Edmonds, a distinguished leader in civil rights, public service, and education, joined LEAD@Lahey students for our Leadership Lunch discussion about commitment to equity and standing up for what you believe in. Thank you, Jane!

12/04/2025

Meet Marion Jones, who is running the 2026 Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America as part of Team BILH in honor of Lahey—the place that helped her reclaim her life.

In 2020, Marion arrived at Lahey with sudden, frightening symptoms that progressed to partial paralysis—ultimately leading to her diagnosis of neuromyelitis optica (NMO), a rare autoimmune disease. The specialists at Lahey guided her through uncertainty, provided lifesaving treatment, and gave her hope at a moment when she feared she might never walk again. Since then, Marion has fought back mile by mile, completing multiple marathons and working toward all six Abbott World Marathon Majors. The Boston Marathon will be her final star.

Running for Lahey is her way of raising awareness for NMO, honoring the care that set her on a new path, and uplifting those who are battling through their own seemingly impossible moments.

Learn more and support Marion’s fundraising efforts. ⤵️
https://bit.ly/48hMEJ1

12/02/2025

Congratulations to our DAISY Award Honorees!
We’re proud to celebrate three incredible nurses, all nominated by a grateful patient, Mr. Bill Scannell, for the outstanding care they provided to his father during his recovery.

Catherine Seibold, BSN, RN – 6 East
Catherine’s compassionate care brought comfort and peace to both her patient and his family during a vulnerable time.

Dominick Le, BSN, RN – 6 East
Dominick went above and beyond during a challenging episode of delirium, responding with calm and quick action that ensured the patient’s safety.

Dan Desmond, ASN, RN – 7 West
Dan provided outstanding discharge care, treating the patient with empathy and offering support even after he left the hospital.

Please join us in celebrating Catherine, Dominick, and Dan for embodying the true spirit of the DAISY Award and delivering extraordinary care every single day.