Brown University Health

03/19/2026

Brown University Health proudly celebrates Certified Nurses Day, observed annually on March 19, honoring nurses who have earned national board certification in their specialty. By advancing their knowledge and continually strengthening their skills, certified nurses are recognized for enhancing the quality of patient care across every setting and delivering WOW-level care every time. Thank you to all our certified nurses!

03/18/2026

We are proud to celebrate Saint Anne's Hospital's 2025 Person of Mission Award recipients, honoring individuals who embody the hospital's core values through compassion, empathy, and exceptional service. This years recipients are Danielle Ferreira, a nursing assistant, and Alan Oliver, an oncology driver!

Danielle was recognized for her deep empathy and compassion for both patients and staff. Her nature is evident in the way she interacts with everyone – always offering a listening ear, a kind word, or a helping hand. Danielle exemplifies what it means to give without counting the cost.

Alan was recognized for his caring attitude and commitment to demonstrate and honor the dignity of every person he encounters. His actions lead with compassion and purpose to make a meaningful difference every day.

Please join us in congratulating Danielle and Alan for their remarkable contributions to Saint Anne’s Hospital.

03/18/2026

Our urgent care team is here for you—here to listen, to help, and to provide quality care when you need it most. Visit one of our five convenient locations near you: https://f.mtr.cool/iowcpggcam

03/17/2026

Saint Anne's Hospital has launched a new program with the Somerset Fire Dept designed to improve outcomes for patients experiencing sepsis — a life-threatening medical emergency — before they even reach the hospital.

Through this new collaboration, emergency responders are now able to begin administering IV antibiotics in the field, allowing life-saving treatment to start minutes earlier than traditional hospital-based care. This is the first collaboration of its kind in Bristol County. Learn more about this innovative partnership on our website: https://f.mtr.cool/ofwippgvcc

03/17/2026

Start your nursing career at Brown University Health! We’re hosting a hiring event for newly graduated nurses (December 2025-August 2026 grads) on Wednesday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our offices in Providence. Positions available in a wide range of specialties and settings. https://intsignup.indeed.com/interview/62c85967-0101-4558-bed7-7506f2491e4d

03/16/2026

Meet Dr. Alvaro Alvarez Soto, a medical oncologist and hospitalist with Brown University Health Cancer Institute. For Dr. Alvarez Soto, seeing the human side of medicine is as important as the medical side--while caring for cancer patients, Dr. Alvarez Soto takes time to get to know his patients and help tailor their treatment for them. Learn more about Dr. Alvarez Soto on our website: https://www.brownhealth.org/providers/alvaro-alvarez-soto-md

03/13/2026

Congratulations to Alexander "Alex" Chow, Bill Rapp, and Shelley Grant, three Brown University Health team members named to Providence Business News' 2026 Healthcare Heroes! Shelly is the director of residential nursing services at Bradley Hospital, while Alex and Bill are both volunteers--Alex at Rhode Island Hospital and Bill at Hasbro Children's.

PBN's Healthcare Heroes honors individuals and organizations that advance care, strengthen access, and improve the well-being of the communities they serve. We're so proud of Alex, Bill, and Shelley and the work they do for our patients. Congratulations to all 2026 Healthcare Heroes!

03/13/2026

Three Brown University Health hospitals were recently named to Newsweek's 2026 U.S. Best Hospitals list. The hospitals were evaluated on four criteria: recommendations from medical experts; hospital quality metrics; existing patient experience data; and Statista’s Patient-Reported Outcome Measures Implementation Survey, a standardized, validated questionnaire completed by patients to measure their perception of their functional well-being and quality of life. Congratulations to the teams at Rhode Island Hospital, Newport Hospital, and Saint Anne's Hospital on this recognition of their hard work and dedication! https://pbn.com/4-r-i-area-hospitals-among-best-in-u-s-newsweek-says/?bypass=69a889102a695

03/12/2026

March is National Essential Tremor Awareness Month. Essential tremor affects about four to five percent of people between the ages of 40 and 60, and an estimated 6.3 to nine percent of people who are 60 or older.

Essential Tremor is a common condition that affects about one in 20 people over age 60, and while it involves a tremor it is not the same as Parkinson's disease.

03/11/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, and rates among younger people are increasing. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, and when to talk to your provider about screening.

Colorectal Cancer has no signs or symptoms in its earliest stage, when it is most treatable, which is why screenings like colonoscopy are so important.

03/11/2026

Dr. Radmehr Torabi discusses the conservative treatment options available to anyone diagnosed with an unruptured brain aneurysm.

03/10/2026

Looking for a new career opportunity? Our free Workforce Development programs provide the practical and hands-on learning you need to start a career in healthcare! The next Nursing Assistant program is starting soon—visit our website to learn more and sign up for an info session! https://www.brownhealth.org/about/careers/workforce-development/free-career-training-programs/nursing