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March 9, 2020
When Justin Williams, 28, walked into his local emergency room in October of 2018, he was shocked to learn that the pain he was experiencing was not from the minor car accident he was in the day before. The physicians suspected cancer.
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MelroseWakefield Hospital has been the healthcare partner families trust on the good days, and challenging ones since 1893. We’re on a mission to empower people to live their best lives by providing exceptional care locally. Whether you need expert cardiac care, 24-hour emergency services, complex surgery or family-focused maternity services, you can trust in MelroseWakefield.
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July 14, 2022
Dr. Jack Erban passed away on September 2, 2020 at the age of 65 after a yearlong battle with brain cancer. An internationally recognized oncologist, his memory lives on in the countless lives he touched and the science he helped advance.
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The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Vanquish Water Vapor Ablation Device (“Vanquish”) in subjects with Gleason Grade Group 2 (GGG2) localized intermediate-risk prostate cancer
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The purpose of this study is to describe, under real-world conditions, the safety and effectiveness of larotrectinib in patients with locally advanced or metastatic TRK fusion cancer for whom a decision to treat with larotrectinib has been made before enrollment.
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This phase III trial compares early treatment with venetoclax and obinutuzumab versus delayed treatment with venetoclax and obinutuzumab in patients with newly diagnosed high-risk chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma. Venetoclax is in a class of medications called B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL-2) inhibitors. It may stop the growth of cancer cells by blocking Bcl-2, a protein needed for cancer cell survival.
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November 22, 2019
More than 100 guests were treated to a night of Indian culture while raising $16,000 for cancer patients at Lowell General Hospital’s second annual Diwali Celebration on Friday, October 25 at Clark Auditorium on the hospital’s main campus.
Patient Stories
November 30, 2019
Katherine used to spend most of her day outside, but with a cancer diagnosis she wasn't able to do her everyday tasks. With the help of the Division of Palliative Care, Katherine is back outside with her grandchildren.
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The Department of Obstetrics + Gynecology cares for individuals through all transformative stages of life: puberty, pregnancy and menopause. These experiences are best supported by clinical expertise and compassionate care, qualities that are deeply woven within the fabric of our department. Through our research labs and residency programs, we strive to help the next generation of reproductive health professionals do the same.
Press Releases
January 25, 2021
Internationally esteemed clinician and health equity researcher, Karen Freund, MD, MPH has been named Physician-in-Chief and Chair of the Department of Medicine at Tufts Medical Center, effective February 1. She will also assume the role of Chair of the Department of Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine, both effective February 1.
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This study is being done to answer the following question: Can a patient’s life be extended by adding a type of radiation therapy called whole-brain radiation therapy that avoids the hippocampus to preserve memory plus the medication memantine that is FDA approved to treat dementia to the usual treatment?

This study aims to find out if adding Hippocampal-Avoidant Whole Brain Radiotherapy and memantine is better or worse than the usual approach for your brain cancer.
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October 19, 2021
From screening mammograms to second opinions and advanced breast surgery, we understand the unique needs and opportunities for managing breast health and disease. Through our clinical collaboration with Tufts Medical Center Cancer Center in Stoneham, we bring a high level of breast care services locally.
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Since 1893, the Department of Dermatology has been home to groundbreaking research and high-quality care for all kinds of skin conditions. From pioneering the management of blistering diseases to establishing a strong surgical division complete with Mohs surgery, our dermatologists have led our department into a modern era where we care for more than 24,000 people each year.