Baystate Health

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated health care system serving over 800,000 people

Our mission is to improve the health of the people in our communities every day, with quality and compassion. With a focus on quality, safety, value, and experience, Baystate is not only a keystone of our region – we are also a national leader in healthcare. Baystate Health is the largest healthcare organization in western Massachusetts. The care we provide plays an essential role in health of the people in our communities. Our impact is felt from the patient bedside to the classroom to the workplace and beyond. Learn More: BaystateHealth.org

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02/18/2026

This , we continue celebrating the cardiac care professionals who make a difference every day at .🫀

Next up, meet 👉 Sydney Richard, RN, BSN, a circulating nurse in the Heart & Vascular Operating Room at Baystate Medical Center. Serving as the "patient's eyes and ears when they are sleeping during surgery", she supports complex cardiac and vascular procedures by ensuring the operating room is fully prepared, coordinating communication among the care team, and maintaining the highest standards of patient safety. 🏥

Sydney finds it especially meaningful to help ease patients’ anxieties before surgery, offering reassurance during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. Thank you, Sydney, for your compassion, vigilance, and commitment to excellence! 💙

02/16/2026

Close out Heart Month with a powerful story of resilience and hope. 💙

Join Dr. Colby Salerno from as he shares his extraordinary journey from heart transplant recipient to transplant cardiologist, offering a rare perspective on modern cardiac medicine. 🫀

This FREE webinar will also explore advances in:
🔺 Heart transplantation
🔺 Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) therapy
🔺 Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)
🔺 Advanced heart failure care

🗓️ Mark February 26 from 6–7 PM on your calendars and bring your questions for the live Q&A!

Register today in the comments below to attend this FINAL event! ⤵️

02/12/2026

A year ago, she was on life support. Today, she's back home in Easthampton getting to make new memories with her family.

On Valentine's Day, at just 41 years old, Abby LaBonte experienced a massive heart attack, and then 7️⃣ more on her way to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for a heart transplant. The dedication and persistence of Baystate Medical Center's Emergency Department team kept her alive before, and during, her long journey to Boston. ❤️‍🩹

With a [new] heart full of gratitude, this past October, Abby wanted to meet and thank the care team who saved her life. “Just meeting people I have never met before, people who literally kept me alive until I got to Boston, I will never forget this day... The nurses and doctors really take things to heart, and that means a lot to me." 🫂

A reunion described as "absolutely incredible", "emotional", and "rare", the team was relieved to see how well Abby is doing and how much their work truly matters. "We don’t always get to meet the people we fight for. But when we do, it’s a reminder that every second, every skill, every effort matters." 🩺

Get the full picture of Abby's journey by visiting the links in the comments below! ⤵️

02/09/2026

Think you're getting enough sleep? This , discover why a good night’s sleep is essential for a healthy heart.🫀

Join Dr. Kenneth Wojnowski, pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine specialist at , for a FREE webinar on February 15, exploring how sleep quality impacts cardiovascular health—and what you can do to improve both.

🛌 Why Sleep Matters: The Relationship Between Sleep Quality and Heart Health
🗓️ Feb. 15 — 12:00-1:00pm
💬 Includes a live Q&A!

Save your spot TODAY in the comments below and be sure to bring your questions! ⤵️

02/08/2026

Isa is all bundled up and ready for the big game TONIGHT! She’s here to spread smiles to the children in our care—and maybe bring a little extra luck to our football team too. 🏈

Sporting her game-day bandana, enjoying her Dunkin' toys, and embracing those classic winter vibes, our favorite comfort dog is proudly rooting for the home team. 📣

From all of us across our western Massachusetts hospitals, is wishing New England’s team the best of luck! 💙❤️

02/06/2026

Today is , making it the perfect time to highlight our first employee spotlight! 💫

Meet ➡️ Julianne Folger, a member of the Cardiac Surgery Operating Room (OR) team at Baystate Medical Center.

As a physician assistant, Julianne serves as first assist during complex cardiac surgeries such as Coronary Artery Bypass Grafts, aortic valve replacements, mitral valve repairs, ECMO cannulation, and complex aortic operations. Not only that, but she also supports patients through preoperative evaluations, educates them on their surgery, as well as works closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and technologists to ensure the best possible outcomes.🫀

"I am proud to be part of a team that is detail-oriented, precise, and deeply committed to patient care. I appreciate the opportunity to perform life-saving operations and apply my technical skills to improve patients’ longevity and quality of life."

Thank you, Julianne, for the critical role you play in saving lives to those in our community—today and every day. 💙

02/03/2026

Congratulations to our 2025 scholarship recipients! 🎉

proudly awarded $25,000 in scholarships to 22 Springfield students pursuing careers in healthcare through the Baystate Springfield Educational Partnership (BSEP). These dedicated students are taking the next steps toward meaningful careers in medicine, nursing, and many other healthcare fields.⚕️

Thanks to support from Baystate Health’s Community Benefits Program, BSEP scholarships help ease financial barriers so students can focus on their education and future goals. 🩺

We are excited to see the impact the next generation of healthcare workers make for our community. Learn more about BSEP in the comments below! 💙

02/02/2026

While you prep for the big game on Sunday, tune in to our next webinar!

It's the perfect time of year to learn about conditions that impact circulation and long-term heart health, like Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).🫀

Join Dr. Mohammed Irfan Ali from for a FREE webinar on February 8 as he discusses advances in PAD treatment that use less invasive approaches to restore blood flow and help preserve limbs.🦵

🎥 Beyond the Blockage: Transforming Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Treatment
🗓️ Feb. 8 — 12:00-1:00pm
💬 Includes a live Q&A!

Visit the link in the comments below to save your spot TODAY! ⤵️

01/29/2026

Congratulations to our first PETAL Award winner of 2026, Jeff Castonguay! 🌸

Jeff, an operations associate in the emergency department at Baystate Noble Hospital, was recognized for his exceptional teamwork, leadership, and compassionate care. Nominated by a member of our environmental services team, Jeff was praised for consistently going above and beyond—volunteering for extra shifts, supporting colleagues, and stepping in as part of the behavioral response team when needed. 🏥

Jeff’s dedication, versatility, and eagerness to learn make him an invaluable resource to the department, as well as a strong advocate for both patients and team members.

Thank you, Jeff, for your outstanding efforts and commitment to the mission! 💙

01/26/2026

Blood donation is a simple act with a powerful impact. 🩸

This , Nicole VanZandt, supervisor of transfusion medicine & blood donor services, explains how donating blood is quick, safe, and carefully monitored every step of the way.

One blood donation can help:
💉 Trauma patients
💉 Cancer patients
💉 Newborns in need of lifesaving care

Your blood could be the reason someone gets a second chance. 💙

Learn more about donating blood at via the link in the comments below!👇

01/23/2026

Heart Month is right around the corner and there’s no better time to learn from experts. 💙

Kick off the month with Dr. Nathan Airhart and Dr. Sophia Airhart for a FREE webinar exploring how their collaborative approach is saving lives for patients with high-risk heart failure.

🗓️ February 1 from 12-1pm
Heart-to-Heart: How a Cardiologist and a Surgeon Unite to Save Failing Hearts 🫀
🔴 Learn about heart failure care.
🔴 Hear from our life-saving specialists.
🔴 Participate in a live Q&A.

Bring a friend and register TODAY in the comments below! 👇

01/21/2026

At Baystate Franklin Medical Center (BFMC), leadership in the emergency department (ED) is more than managing a fast-paced environment—it means supporting people when they need it most. 🏥

Meet ➡️ Ky McNamara, BFMC ED nurse manager who oversees daily operations, supports staff through emergencies, leads quality improvement efforts, and fosters a culture where teamwork and recognition thrive.

"Every patient who comes through our doors is treated not just as a ‘case’, but as a person.” 👤

Since joining , Ky has witnessed firsthand how strong and supportive the culture is at BFMC. "Watching the team support one another during a crisis, celebrating when we meet quality goals, hearing from a patient or family member who felt truly cared for, that’s what makes the challenges worth it." 💬

She emphasizes how proud she is to lead an ED filled with skilled professionals who care deeply about this community, because for many, this isn’t just where they work, it’s where their families come for care too. 💙

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With roots dating to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in the Pioneer Valley for more than 140 years.

Our mission is to improve the health of the people in our communities every day, with quality and compassion. With a focus on quality, safety, value, and patient experience, Baystate is not only a keystone of our region – we are also a national leader in health care. Learn more about our story here: https://www.baystatehealth.org/about-us