Newport Hospital

12/02/2025

It's Giving Tuesday! ❤️ This year, your gift can bring healing and hope to those in need. Together, we can provide exceptional care and make a difference in countless lives.

Donate today and help us keep our community healthy and strong. https://giving.brownhealth.org/Newport/Donate

12/01/2025

At the Brown University Health Cancer Institute, we provide team-based, personalized care from a specialized group of physicians who dedicate their careers to advancing breast health.

Every cancer, and every cancer patient, is unique and deserves personalized treatment. Our team-based care model ensures patients get the care they need when they need it.

11/28/2025

November is Bladder Health Month! Did you know that the foods you eat and drink can have an important impact on both your bladder and overall health? Try these easy steps to boost your bladder health.

Did you know that the foods you eat and drink can have an important impact on both your bladder and overall health? In fact, some foods can help prevent illnesses ...

11/27/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃This year and every year, we’re grateful for our Brown University Health team members across Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

11/26/2025

Gratitude Is a Gift—Let’s Share It!

At Newport Hospital, we’re deeply touched by the kind words, heartfelt stories, and generous support from our patients and their families. Every thank you note, donation, and shared experience reminds us why we do what we do.
That’s why we created our “with Gratitude” program—to celebrate these moments and make it easier for you to express your appreciation.

Whether you’ve had a meaningful experience or simply want to support the healing power of gratitude, we invite you to be part of it by visiting our website.

Founded and funded by Newporters in 1873, Newport Hospital began as a 12-bed cottage hospital on donated land. Every day we treat hundreds of patients who rely on Newport Hospital for the very best care available.

11/25/2025

We proud to share Newport Hospital has been awarded an "A" Safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory centers.

SOUTH KINGSTOWN – The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit that assigns hospital safety ratings, has given an “A” grade to four out of nine acute care hospitals in Rhode Island, while another four received a “C” grade or lower and one received a “B” grade. No Rhode Island hospitals received an ...

11/24/2025

You might feel a bit sleepy after drinking, but alcohol can lead to fragmented sleep. One of the benefits of taking a break from alcohol is better sleep--learn more: https://www.brownhealth.org/be-well/sober-curious-and-benefits-taking-break-alcohol

11/21/2025

If you’ve been told you have a lung nodule, the good news is that you really don’t need to worry too much. Lung nodules can occur for a variety of reasons and are generally benign. Very rarely, though, they are indicators of lung cancer.

Lung nodules can occur for a variety of reasons and are generally benign. Very rarely, though, they are indicators of lung cancer.

11/20/2025

An important part of our sexual health includes preventing HIV and other STIs. Read our blog to learn about new advances in STI prevention.

Sexually transmitted infections (STI) can be prevented. Learn more about how to protect yourself with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medications.

11/19/2025

📢 Take your nursing career to the next level! Brown University Health is hiring emergency nurses for all six of our hospitals, throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, relocation reimbursement, and a nursing leadership team that supports your safety and success.

Register for our virtual hiring event on December 5 to meet with hiring managers across our academic health system! https://intsignup.indeed.com/interview/1597e472-1068-433e-af7c-747905e80a54?_gl=1*8vrvy7*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NTc5NTE1MTguQ2p3S0NBaUFwNE84QmhBa0Vpd0FxdjJVcUpNdVh3N2stM0FYMXpQZEZlMUEzOFBIampJMUdDbkl2SnRybGNOWEh2TjNFSXVKeXZJWU5Sb0MxZ29RQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE3NTc5NTE1MTguQ2p3S0NBaUFwNE84QmhBa0Vpd0FxdjJVcUpNdVh3N2stM0FYMXpQZEZlMUEzOFBIampJMUdDbkl2SnRybGNOWEh2TjNFSXVKeXZJWU5Sb0MxZ29RQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*NzUyMzIxNTQuMTc1NTg3MzcyMA..*_ga*NDY1NzI3MzkwLjE3NDgwMTcwNTM.*_ga_5KTMMETCF4*czE3NjIyODEwODYkbzM1MiRnMSR0MTc2MjI4MTE0OSRqNTkkbDAkaDA

11/18/2025

Dr. Olivier Gherardi, medical director of Brown University Health Urgent Care, discusses when you choose urgent care or emergency department.

"Urgent care is really there for the minor day to day problems that we face," said Dr. Olivier Gherardi.

11/17/2025

We're pleased to announce that Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital, and Newport Hospital all received an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit upholding the standard of patient safety in hospitals and ambulatory centers.

“The teams at Rhode Island, The Miriam, Newport, and Saint Anne’s hospitals, showcase Brown University Health’s commitment to delivering outstanding patient care across our facilities,” said Sarah Frost, chief of hospital operations and president of Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children’s Hospital.

Learn more about this recognition on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/news/four-brown-university-health-hospitals-receive-grade-patient-safety-leapfrog-group.