The Miriam Hospital

04/24/2026

Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder behind Alzheimer's disease. It affects the parts of the brain responsible for motor control and presents unique challenges that require a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach. In addition to many other healthcare providers, physical therapists are a vital part of the care team for a patient with Parkinson's disease.

Physical therapy for Parkinson's disease can help patients manage the symptoms of the disease and live as independently as possible.

04/23/2026

Join us online Thursday, April 30, for our Diagnostic Imaging Virtual Hiring Event! We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and per diem roles in CT, MRI, diagnostic radiology, interventional radiology, mammography, and ultrasound. Positions are available at inpatient and outpatient settings throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. https://jobs.brownhealth.org/events/eventdetails/diagnostic-imaging-hiring-event/8a7c0193-4800-480a-b4cb-5ff11874ca8d

04/22/2026

The weather sure has been up and down this month, but warmer days are ahead and so is gardening season! Here in the Northeast, gardening is limited to less than half the year, but there are numerous benefits to getting back to basics and digging in the dirt.

Gardening can be rewarding and beneficial in so many ways. The benefits of gardening can impact both your physical and mental health.

04/21/2026

When setting up chairs for Sunday service left him exhausted and gasping for air, Connie Ellis Bizzle--"Biz" to friends and family--knew something was wrong. But he was floored to find out the cause of his chronic fatigue was Stage 4 esophageal cancer. The diagnosis was scary and the outlook was grim. But he wasn’t ready to give up—and neither was his care team at The Miriam Hospital. From the valet to the volunteers, from the nurses to the doctors, Biz says he’ll never forget the people who gave him hope when hope seemed impossible.

Read Biz’s grateful patient story https://www.brownhealth.org/gratitude-patient-stories/bizs-story

04/20/2026

04/17/2026

Join the Miriam Hospital Women’s Association Community on Thursday, April 30, for the next presentation in their speaker series. Dr. Mariah Stump will discuss ways to keep your brain sharp at all ages. Reserve your spot on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/events/healthy-brain-healthy-life/april-30th-2026-0600pm

04/16/2026

In 1973, surgeons at The Miriam Hospital performed the first kidney transplant in the state. Before they could do the surgery, however, dialysis machines were needed to help support patients waiting for kidneys. Thanks to the generous efforts of the Knights of Columbus, funds were raised—via 1.4 million coupons from Betty Crocker food packages—to bring two dialysis machines to the hospital. Shown here during a demonstration of the dialysis machine, left to right, are Dr. Robert P. Davis, physician-in-chief, James H. Shepherd, assistant hospital director, James D’Angelo, Knights of Columbus state deputy, Linda Uperty, a kidney transplant patient, and Arthur J. Paiva, chairman of the Knights’ fund-raising campaign.

Only six kidney transplants were performed at The Miriam Hospital before federal administrators determined these surgeries should be performed at big medical centers. But the sixth surgery was possibly the most important to the community—the last kidney transplant patient at The Miriam was one of our own nurses, Carol Brothers, RN. As Carol woke up from the surgery, she saw a large sign drawn by fellow nurses—a large yellow droplet, a signal from the nurses that the new kidney was working. Carol lived nearly 50 more years after her transplant surgery, making her the longest-lived kidney recipient in The Miriam’s history.

In the 100 years since our founding, The Miriam Hospital has been a leader of clinical care and innovation, providing excellent outcomes for our patients. Even as we celebrate our past, we look forward to new ways to deliver world-class care in the smallest state. Learn more about our history: https://www.brownhealth.org/locations/miriam-hospital/celebrating-100-years

04/15/2026

If you or someone you care about is coping with essential tremor (ET) and/or tremor dominant Parkinson’s disease (TDPD), register for our informative session led by Dr. Athar Malik on May 7.

During this educational webinar, Dr. Malik will address treatment options tailored specifically to individuals diagnosed with Essential Tremor and Tremor Dominant Parkinson's Disease. Come prepared with questions about treatment options, who is a candidate for focus ultrasound and what you can expect.

Register for the session on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/events/treatment-options-essential-tremor-and-tremor-dominant-parkinsons-disease/may-7th-2026

04/14/2026

Shoulder pain can be frustrating, especially when it begins to interfere with everyday activities like reaching overhead, fastening a bra, or even sleeping comfortably. One condition that commonly causes this type of pain and stiffness is frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis. Learn more about frozen shoulder, its symptoms and the surprising link to menopause.

Anyone can develop frozen shoulder, though some research indicates it may be more common in menopausal women.

04/13/2026

Dr. Cecilia Fix of the Addiction Care Today clinic spoke with NBC 10 WJAR about the concerns around the recently legalized product.

Kratom is legal in Rhode Island as of Wednesday and will be available to people 21 and over at licensed retailers.

04/10/2026

We all know that what we eat can play a part in managing and maintaining a healthy weight. One way to support a healthy diet is to add fiber. Fiber is digested differently than other nutrients, so it adds bulk, regulates blood sugar, and keeps your digestive system moving along smoothly. Here are four ways fiber can help with weight management.

Fiber is an essential part of our daily nutritional needs and can help maintain a healthy weight.

04/09/2026

April is National Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month. Learn more about this disease, its symptoms, and how it is treated.

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a common movement disorder that currently affects about one million Americans, but there are medications and other treatment options.