Emerson Health

04/10/2026

Do you have an adorable sibling photo from our birthing center? We love getting to be a part of the first chapter of that special relationship.

In honor of show us your best Emerson sibling photos (no matter how long ago!) in the comments or send us a message.

04/08/2026

My Emerson badge became a patient bracelet. My scrubs became a hospital gown. My coworkers became my caregivers.

"As an ER nurse I’ve always taken pride in my ability to stay composed in stressful situations but what happens when that ER nurse brain shuts off, and what's left is the scared, vulnerable mind of a 24-year-old girl facing a sudden, life-threatening emergency?

On an October day in 2025, I walked through the doors of the Emerson Emergency Department, but this time not as a nurse.

I was diagnosed with a spontaneous collapsed lung. In that moment, I was no longer the one providing care. Instead, I placed my trust, and my life, in the hands of Gabriella.

Gabby was more than my assigned nurse. She is my best friend, my partner in chaos, my other half. The emotional weight of caring for someone you know so deeply is huge.

But, Gabby handled the entire situation with unwavering professionalism, a comforting presence, and a warmth I desperately needed. She made me feel heard, safe, and genuinely cared for at a time when I felt anything but in control.

Gabby didn't go above and beyond because I am her best friend. Going above and beyond is simply who she is as a nurse. The perfect balance of clinical excellence and compassionate presence she showed me is exactly how she cares for every one of her patients.

Words will never fully capture the gratitude I have for her. Thank you, Gabby, for reminding me why I chose this profession in the first place: To be exactly the kind of nurse you embody every single day."

-Taelyn S., RN (pictured on the right)
Emerson Health Emergency Department

04/03/2026

James does more than serve coffee. With kindness, humor, and genuine care, he creates small moments of connection at the coffee stand inside our Medical Office Building.

Often the first friendly face our patients see when they enter the lobby, James makes our hospital a brighter place to be, one cup at a time!

Please join us in congratulating him on being one of Emerson's recent employee MVPs!

Thank you, James, for all you do.

03/30/2026

💙 Who is the doctor that made a difference in your life? 💙

Today on National Doctors' Day, we honor the incredible physicians at Emerson Health—the healers, the listeners, the problem-solvers, and the compassionate experts who show up every day to care for our community.

Has a doctor at Emerson helped you through a diagnosis, delivered your child, partnered with you to find answers, or simply made you feel heard when you needed it most? We’d love to hear your story. Drop a comment below to share a moment when an Emerson doctor made a difference in your life. Your words mean the world to them! 💙

03/30/2026

Led by one of only 35 instructors worldwide who are certified in Dance for Parkinson’s - right here in our wellness center! 🌷💙

💙🌷 FREE Community Event – Parkinson’s Dance Party! 🌷💙

Join us at the Steinberg Wellness Center for Mind & Body at Emerson Health as we celebrate Parkinson’s Awareness Month with a truly special and uplifting experience.

In honor of Parkinson’s awareness, we recognize the light blue ribbon and red tulip—symbols of hope, strength, and resilience 💙🌷

This unique dance experience is designed specifically for individuals living with Parkinson’s and focuses on movement as medicine 💃

✨ Improve mobility, balance, posture & flexibility
✨ Boost mood and confidence
✨ Connect with others in a supportive, welcoming space

Led by Susanne Liebich, Certified Dance for PD Instructor — one of only 35 certified instructors worldwide

📅 Friday, April 17th
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍 Steinberg Wellness Center, Concord

Come experience the power of dance and see if Dance for PD is right for you or a loved one 💙

03/26/2026

We are proud to share that The Massachusetts Health Policy Commission (HPC) has appointed Christine Schuster, RN,MBA, President and CEO of Emerson Health, to their advisory council for the 2026-2027 term. We look forward to her contributions in advising the HPC on its mission to make health care more affordable, transparent, and equitable for all residents of the Commonwealth.

Learn more about the advisory here: https://masshpc.gov/about/council

03/26/2026

We are excited to share a new class at our wellness center! If you are expecting or postpartum, this class is the perfect way to gently support your body.

💚 NEW CLASS ALERT! 💚

We’re so excited to introduce our Pre & Postnatal Fitness class at the Steinberg Wellness Center!

Designed for expecting moms and those in postpartum recovery, this class focuses on strength, stability, and safe movement for every stage. Led by Jessica McIntyre, PTA, you’ll be guided through exercises that support your pelvic floor, core, and overall strength all in a safe, supportive environment.

✨ Modifications available for every fitness level
✨ Build strength and confidence
✨ Connect with your body through each stage

Class Details:
📅 April 23 – June 18
🕒 Thursdays | 3:00–4:00 PM
💲 $200 (8-week series)

Spots are limited — we’d love to have you join us!

https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=5745790&stype=-8&sView=day&sLoc=1&sTrn=100000046&date=04/23/26

03/23/2026

We are excited to welcome Cristy and grateful for the compassion and care she will share with our community. ❤️

AFA is growing and we are SO excited!

Please join us in welcoming the newest member of our family, Cristy Githu, Certified Nurse Midwife & Nurse Practitioner, and Doctor of Nursing Practice.

Cristy brings 25 years of experience walking alongside women through some of the most powerful and vulnerable moments of their lives. Her mission? To provide personalized, unbiased care to every single patient she meets, and to empower YOU to make informed decisions about your pregnancy, your health, and your birth journey. 🤰✨

And when she's not caring for her patients? You can find her refinishing furniture and woodworking, because of course she's also incredibly talented outside of the office.

We are so lucky to have her and we know you are going to love her just as much as we already do. 💛

Cristy is now accepting new patients! Call us to book your appointment.

Drop a 🌸 below to welcome Cristy to the AFA family!

03/20/2026

In one of the hardest moments of her life, a daughter found comfort in someone she now calls her mom’s guardian angel, Isabelle, a nurse on North 6.

"My mom was admitted for a stroke and couldn't move the right side of her body anymore or speak clearly. I was so scared. Isabelle sat next to my mom and explained our new life. She showed me how to use my phone to text talk with her so I could understand her and she could talk to me as well. She assured me that this wasn't the end, and that my mom will get stronger."

Isabelle gave this family more than medical care.

She did exercises right alongside her patient.
She played her favorite music.
She even made chocolate milkshakes on days when pureed food felt discouraging.

But most of all, she brought calm into fear, and hope into a moment that felt uncertain.

That sense of strength is still with this family today, as their mom continues her recovery in rehab.

Isabelle, thank you for being someone’s light in the darkest moment, and congratulations on your DAISY Foundation Award. We are so proud of you. 💛

03/18/2026

We were so proud to be part of such a meaningful event. Thank you to Acton-Boxborough Community Compass for all you do for our community, even the tiniest members! 🍼💚

03/13/2026

We love seeing Alberta come through our door ❤️🐾