In the News: Amid Cardiologist Shortage, MCH to Open Its Own Cardiology Department
In the News: Amid Cardiologist Shortage, MCH to Open Its Own Cardiology Department
Monadnock Community Hospital (MCH) in Peterborough is opening its own cardiology department this fall to address the national shortage of cardiologists. Previously relying on Catholic Medical Center (CMC) for cardiology services, MCH will now offer care five days a week. The new department has received an overwhelming response, with 400 patients already seeking to join. MCH aims to maintain and expand cardiology services, with Dr. Robert Spencer and nurse Brooke O’Connor joining the team.
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Monadnock Community Hospital's Mobile Integrated Healthcare program received the Monadnock Community Health Impact Award during the recent community health fair. The program stands out for its comprehensive approach to healthcare delivery, particularly in rural areas.
Key highlights of the award-winning program include:
- Providing primary care patient services
- Sending community paramedics directly to patients' homes
- Offering services like wound care and vaccinations
According to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, this program is remarkably effective. In 2022, it represented 49 percent of total visits across the state's 12 Mobile Integrated Healthcare programs, making it one of the busiest in New Hampshire.
Sean Burke, The Sentinel's president and COO, praised the program for "meeting a dire need in our community" by reaching patients where they are and improving both health and social factors.
The award was accepted by Joshua Patrick, lead community paramedic clinician, and Karen Bednarski, dispatcher, highlighting the team's crucial role in addressing healthcare gaps in the Monadnock Region.
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Senator Maggie Hassan recognized Mary Lawler of Jaffrey as January's Granite Stater of the Month for her lifetime of service, including 12 years of volunteering at Monadnock Community Hospital (MCH).
Mary, an 86-year-old former nurse, initially began volunteering after a 50-year career at the hospital, inspired by her mother who also worked there as a nurse. She now contributes primarily to the hospital's human resources department, welcoming new employees and fostering a supportive community.
Senator Hassan praises Mary's dedication and her embodiment of the "Granite State spirit" - a commitment to service and making a difference regardless of age. Mary's story highlights the positive impact individuals can have through volunteering and community involvement.
Read more: https://www.hassan.senate.gov/news/press-releases/senator-hassan-recognizes-mary-lawler-of-jaffrey-as-januarys-granite-stater-of-the-month
Read more about Mrs Lawler: https://monadnockcommunityhospital.com/volunteer-spotlight-mary-frances-lawler-a-legacy-of-dedication-and-compassion-at-monadnock-community-hospital/
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Video: Monadnock Community Hospital's Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program Featured on World's Greatest
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[post_content] => This article delves into the critical issue of the growing shortage of doctors due to retirement and the innovative ways local and state programs are addressing the problem. As seasoned medical professionals reach retirement age, the healthcare industry faces challenges in ensuring a steady supply of skilled practitioners to meet the needs of communities. The article sheds light on the successful initiatives that have been implemented to attract and support new talent, from targeted recruitment efforts to tailored incentives for medical graduates. Through these progressive programs, communities are finding effective solutions to maintain the quality of healthcare services, ensuring that patients continue to receive the best possible care, even as experienced physicians step down from their roles.
Read more: How Local, State Programs are Helping Fill Retiring Doctors' Ranks
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On October 6th New England Compounding Pharmacy (NECC), announced a recall of all of its products that were compounded at and distributed from its facility in Framingham, Massachusetts. One of those products (preservative-free 
Peterborough, NH – Pamela A. Stetzer, D.O., F.A.C.O.O.G, an obstetrician at Monadnock OB/GYN, was recently named one of New Hampshire’s Top Doctors for 2012 in a reader survey conducted by New Hampshire Magazine and featured in the magazine’s April 2012 issue.
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