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Announcements
Kent to Hold Information Sessions on Surgical Weight Loss Program
If you are interested in learning more about the Surgical Weight Loss Program at Kent Hospital, join us on Tuesday, September 14, Tuesday, October 12, Tuesday, November 9 and Tuesday, December 7 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Kent Hospital, Board Room located at 455 Toll Gate Road, in Warwick. For more information or to register, call (401) 736-1988. Learn More
Kent Offers Interest-Free Payment Program
Kent Hospital has announced a partnership with CarePayment to offer an interest-free payment program that will enable patients to pay for hospital services at 0% interest over a period of 25 months. Kent is the first in Rhode Island to offer this program. Learn More
Breast Cancer Support Group
Kent Hospital’s Breast Cancer Support Group is an informal, ongoing group bringing people together to share their experiences and problems related to cancer and to provide one another with comfort and help. More Information
Kent Physicians Honored with RI Monthly Top Doctors Recognition
Kent Hospital announces that 18 physicians have been honored with Rhode Island Monthly’s 2010 Top Doctors recognition. Press Release
Free Public H1N1 Vaccination Clinics
The Department of Health has announced that, beginning January 16th, many cities and towns will hold free public H1N1 vaccination clinics. You will only need to sign a consent form. These clinics are free for anyone over age 18. Please let your family and friends know. Schedule
William E. McKenney, MD Memorial Conference
More than 85 physicians and medical staff professionals attended this year's William E. McKenney, MD Memorial Conference held at the Renaissance Hotel in Providence. Details and Photos
Jonathan I. Gates, MD Named Kent Physician of the Year
Kent Hospital president and CEO, Sandra Coletta announced at the 59th Annual Meeting of Kent Hospital Wednesday evening, that Kent assistant chief of medicine, Dr. Jonathan Gates, of Kingston, has received the 2009 Physician of the Year Award. Press Release
"Ask the Experts" Focusing on Flu and H1N1 Virus
Dr. David Lowe, Kent epidemiologist and infectious disease specialist is answering your questions about seasonal influenza (flu) and the H1N1 virus. Questions can be submitted anonymously through our web site or through Kent's Facebook page. Read Answers
Kent Holds 59th Annual Meeting
A gathering of more than 200 members of the Kent Hospital Board of Incorporators and invited guests, as well as trustees, physicians, managers and staff gathered Wednesday, December 9 at the Quidnesset Country Club in North Kingstown for the hospital’s 59th Annual Meeting. Press Release
Lifespan/Care New England File Updated Affiliation Application
Lifespan and Care New England have announced the filing of an application with the Rhode Island Attorney General and the Rhode Island Department of Health seeking state approval to affiliate the two organizations. For more information read the press release or download the executive summary.
Lifespan and Care New England Withdraw Application to Affiliate
The leaders of Lifespan and Care New England announced that they have withdrawn their application currently pending before the Rhode Island Department of Health and Rhode Island Attorney General to merge these two organizations. Press Release
Kent Heart Safe Foundation To Offer Free CPR Training
Kent, the City of Warwick , the American Heart Association and the Kent Heart Safe Foundation will offer free CPR training. Classes will be offered at various locations and each participant will receive a free, take-home kit. Classes are limited so register online today.
H1N1 Flu - Frequenly Asked Questions
What can you do to help protect you and your family from the H1N1 flu? Get answers to some frequently asked questions. For more information, call 1-800-CDC INFO, or go to the CDC web site. You can also visit the website of the RI Department of Health for more H1N1 flu updates.
Hundreds Rally at State House in Support of RIte Care Program
Hundreds of supporters convened at the Rhode Island State House to let the legislators know that some of the cuts in the proposed 2011 budget would cause irreparable damage to the State’s heralded RIte Care program for women and children. Learn More
Budget Cuts Are Not RIte - Help Preserve Care for Women and Children
Kent Hospital is facing another $8.9 million payment reduction if the 2011 state budget gets enacted as proposed. In addition, cuts to RIte Care will have a devastating impact on access to health care for Rhode Island families. Learn more about these important issues and join us at a State House Rally on April 28th. How can you help?
Message from Kent Hospital's President and CEO
A message from Sandy Coletta, president and CEO, discussing the plan for the recovery and long-term viability of Kent Hospital. Read Message
Kent Implements Hypothermia Treatment
Kent Hospital announced it has implemented hypothermia treatment for patients who suffer an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The cutting-edge treatment cools a patient’s body temperature and greatly reduces damage to both the heart and brain. Press Release
Kent Invites Public to Attend Plaza of Honor Ceremony
Kent Hospital is creating a new outdoor Plaza of Honor. Bricks can be purchased to honor a family member or member of the community. Brick pavers start at $150. The public is invited to attend the Plaza of Honor ceremony to be held on Monday, June 14. Press Release
Plaza Honors World War II Veterans
Kent Hospital is creating a new outdoor Plaza of Honor. Kent County Memorial Hospital was dedicated in 1951 in honor of Rhode Island’s World War II veterans. Buy a brick and honor a vet or anyone you choose! Brick pavers start at $150. Learn More
Follow Sandy Coletta's Healthy Steps Blog
Follow Kent Hospital President and CEO, Sandy Coletta's blog as she takes part in the three-month Healthy Steps program at the Care New England Wellness Center.
Early Detection May Save Lives
Kent Hospital's new Early Detection Program: Lung Cancer offers a comprehensive, state-of-the-art approach to early diagnosis of lung cancer. Learn more about the program and assessment tool now available online. Press Release
Important Notice for Kent Hospital Patients and Visitors
In order to continually improve the care and service we provide to our patients and visitors, Kent Hospital would like you to share your concerns, complaints and suggestions. Learn More
Women’s Diagnostic Imaging Center Designated Center of Excellence
Kent Hospital's Women’s Diagnostic Imaging Center has been designated as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Press Release
From Loss Emerges Hope: New Michael J. Woods Institute
Kent Hospital and James Woods today announced the creation of The Michael J. Woods Institute at Kent Hospital. The institute will focus on redesigning healthcare systems using a human centered approach to improve clinical outcomes. Press Release
Kent Announces New Visitation Policy During Flu Season
Kent Hospital's updated visitation policy has been put in place for the health and wellness of patients, staff, and visitors during this flu season. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and support in our policy changes. Read More
Kent and Warwick Schools Celebrate Grant for Wellness Collaborative
Officials from Kent Hospital and the Warwick School Department will celebrate a $35,000 Rhode Island Foundation grant for the Warwick Wellness Collaborative Thursday with teachers, students and parents of the Oakland Beach Elementary School. Press Release
Flu Clinics for Pregnant, Recent Post-Partum Patients
Women & Infants will be holding an additional public flu clinic for pregnant women and postpartum patients this Saturday, November 28, 9 am to 12 noon, at the VNA of Care New England, 51 Health Lane, Warwick, (behind Kent Hospital). Learn More
Dr. David Lowe Answers Your Flu Questions on Channel 6 News
Tune in to see Dr. David Lowe, Kent epidemiologist and infectious disease specialist, Thursday on ABC 6 news at 4 p.m. He will be answering viewer questions for the hour. More Flu Information
Flu: Everything You Need To Know
Kent Hospital is pleased to provide important information on flu and the H1N1 virus. We'll keep you informed on precautions and personal actions you should take this flu season to keep you and your family healthy. Check back frequently for new information.
Corporate Partnerships - The Heart of Philanthropic Giving
The Kent Hospital Foundation relies on the generous annual support of our corporate partners to advance its mission. For more information about how you or an organization you know can partner with the Kent Hospital Foundation, click here.
Kent Offers Free Prostrate Screenings
The Cancer Program at Kent Hospital, an accredited community cancer center, is offering prostate screenings on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 6 p.m. in the outpatient surgical unit for men who have not been screened in the past year. The screening is free. Pre-registration is required. For more information call 401-737-7000, ext. 1503.
Kent Hospital Welcomes 2009-2010 Residents
Kent Hospital’s Graduate Medical Education Department welcomed the incoming class of residents at a special reception at the Aldrich Mansion in Warwick in June. Eight new residents joined the existing residents in Emergency Medicine and four new residents joined Family Medicine. There are currently a total of 24 residents. Read More
Kent Hospital Physicians Named Top Docs for Women
Physicians at Kent Hospital were recently included on Rhode Island Monthly's list of 2009 Top Docs for Women. Read More
NIH Workshop Focused on Women's Health Research
The Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) is holding the third in a series of public hearings and scientific workshops to update the Women's Health Research Agenda at the NIH. The meeting, approved for CME credits, is being co-hosted this week by the ORWH, Women & Infants and The Warren Alpert Medical School. Learn more
71 CNE Physicians Named Best Doctors in America
Seventy-one physicians at Care New England hospitals have been listed as 2009-2010 Best Doctors in America, placing them among the top five percent of doctors in the country. Press Release
Trustee Laura Hilderley Has Counted on Kent for Many of Life's Chapters
Like many local residents who count on their community hospital for health care, trustee Laura Hilderley and her husband Dave realized soon after moving to Rhode Island how valuable a community hospital was for many of life’s events. Read More
Kent Cardiology Receives Prestigious Accreditations
Kent Hospital President and CEO, Sandra Coletta announced that the hospital has received two prestigious accreditations – one for its echocardiography laboratory and the other for its nuclear cardiology laboratory. Read More
Wines of the World Benefit 2009
The Kent Foundation held their Wines of the World Benefit on June 4, 2009. The evening was a huge success in many ways. Nearly $150,000 was raised for the Kent cardiology program, including the Oswaldo R. Velis MD Fund for Cardiac Care. Read more and view photos.
Care New England Web Sites Unavailable this Weekend
Beginning tonight at midnight, CNE's web sites will undergo a software upgrade that will help us continue to offer user-friendly and stable sites for our visitors. While this upgrade is being completed, our web sites will not be available. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.
Kent Hospital Goes Smoke-Free
Kent Hospital is now a smoke-free campus. Smoking and the use of tobacco products is now prohibited anywhere on hospital property, including buildings, grounds, parking lots and hospital-owned vehicles. More
New Treatment for Lung Cancer
Laurie B. Reeder, MD was recently featured on Health Check 10 to discuss a less invasive surgery known as video-assisted lobectomy. The procedure is being described as “kinder and gentler on the patient so the recovery is dramatically different.“ View Segment
Kent Hospital Stroke Center Earns Top Accreditation
The Stroke Center has earned the Gold Seal of Approval™ from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers for its stroke care program.
Press Release
Graduate Medical Education at Kent
In affiliation with the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kent has become an academic medical center offering graduate medical education in emergency medicine and family practice. Press Release
Free Online Health Record Offers Easy, Secure Access
On our secure, confidential site, My Personal Health Record, you can create, store and update health information for you and your family, free of charge. Set up your own personal health record or read a Q&A with Dr. Cedric Priebe, Chief Information Officer for Care New England, about how PHRs can benefit you and your family.
Pay Attention to Bone, Joint and Back Health
Kent offers an array of preventive, treatment and rehabilitation options to address your needs. If you have sustained an orthopedic injury, either acute or chronic, it's important to seek appropriate medical counsel. Learn More
Secure Online Bill Pay
Kent Hospital is pleased to offer a convenient and secure way to pay your bill. Online bill pay is an easier and faster way to ensure that your bills are paid on time. It's simple and it's free. Learn more about online bill pay.
Kent Hospital Names New Chief Medical and Chief Nursing Officers
Kent Hospital president and CEO Sandra Coletta announced that Michael Dacey, MD, FACP, has been named senior vice president and chief medical officer, and Rene Fischer, RN, MSN, CNAA-BC, has been named senior vice president and chief nursing officer. Press Release
Kent Welcomes 2010 Resident Physicians
Kent Hospital welcomes six new residents in the Emergency Medicine program and two new residents in the Family Medicine program. There are currently a total of 29 resident physicians enrolled in the Graduate Medical Education Program. Press Release
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