Rhode Island Hospital

04/24/2026

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

04/23/2026

When 16-year-old Mark Butler began work at Rhode Island Hospital as an environmental services housekeeping aide, he had no idea he was setting off on a path to build a career in healthcare. Mark took advantage of a flexible schedule to work while he pursued his undergraduate degree in healthcare administration, and today he leads a team as a supervisor in central transport. In recent years, he's also earned two master's degrees and aims to continue on the career path he started in high school.

Learn more about Mark's story on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/about-brown-university-health/careers/built-brown-health/mark-butlers-story

04/22/2026

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

04/21/2026

Starting May 5, construction will begin at the Plain Street parking lot, requiring patient and visitor parking to be relocated. The new parking lot entrance will remain accessible from Service Road. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we secure our ability to deliver the future of medicine, right here in Rhode Island.

04/20/2026

04/17/2026

"From a patient's perspective, it's actually really important sometimes to have physicians that look like you. This has shown to have better outcomes, to have diversity in positions," said Dr. Laura Scrimgeour, one of the newest members of the Cardiovascular Institute at Brown University Health.

The American Heart Association reports that only 14% of practicing cardiologists in the U.S. are female.

04/16/2026

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.

04/15/2026

Take your family to work day looks different for every family, but for healthcare professionals, their families rarely get a glimpse into their daily work. The Perioperative Services team at Rhode Island Hospital recently hosted a Family Day, a hands-on event that brought the operating room experience to life. Through interactive stations and live demonstrations, family members were able to follow the patient journey from pre-operation to recover and gain a deeper appreciation for the teamwork and precision required for patient safety.

“Family Day was more than a tour,” said Alexander Cohen, MD, medical director, peri-operative and procedural services. “It was a celebration of the people, collaboration, and culture of safety that define perioperative care at Rhode Island Hospital.”

Thank you to our Perioperative Services team for hosting this event!

04/14/2026

There are very few options to treat Parkinson's disease, but one option can deliver immediate results and greatly improve a patient's quality of life. Dr. Wael Asaad, director of the Functional Neurosurgery department at Brown University Health, spoke with NBC 10 WJAR about focused ultrasound treatment for Parkinson's disease and how it is life-changing for patients.

"I'm seeing improvements in my symptoms," said Rebecca Crews, in an interview on The Today Show Monday.

04/13/2026

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. Although testicular cancer is relatively rare compared to other urologic cancers, it generally occurs in otherwise young, healthy men.

Did you know testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men between the ages of 20 and 34? Last year, it affected nearly 9,000 men. April is Testicular ...

04/10/2026

Dr. Cecilia Fix, director of the Addiction Care Today clinic at Brown University Health, spoke with NBC 10 WJAR about kratom and what consumer should know.

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

04/10/2026

At the Injury Prevention Center at Brown University Health, experts are helping parents correctly install car seats and offering free assistance. Project coordinator Mike Chappell said children are the most vulnerable passengers and noted that studies show three out of four car seats are installed incorrectly.

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for children between the ages 1 and 13, which is why properly installing car seats is critical, according to federal regulators.