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In 1979, Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, established the Stress Reduction Clinic at UMass Memorial Medical Center and developed the original Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program. Since that time, hundreds of thousands of people have completed the program worldwide. Today, the Center for Mindfulness at UMass Memorial Health offers MBSR and other mindfulness courses. Ready to get more mindful in 2025? Explore our winter program options now:

This holiday season, many UMass Memorial Health leaders are taking a moment to express their deep appreciation. Click through this gallery now to hear from voices around our health care system!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of UMass Memorial Health's new website, developed with our patients and community in mind. Designed to provide site visitors with a consistent, integrated UMass Memorial Health experience

2025 is just around the corner – is it time for a fresh start? Whether you’re looking for a new challenge or ready to pursue your passion, now is the perfect moment to take the leap and find a career that excites you. Explore all we have to offer you and your life at UMass Memorial Health here: www.ummhealth.org/careers

Hear from UMass Memorial Health's Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Sergio Melgar, on the integration of the Epic EHR platform in 2017 and how it has improved operational efficiency and staff synergy throughout our hospital system. Click for the full story with HealthLeaders:

UMass Memorial Health introduces a program that delivers subacute rehabilitation to patients in their homes. Read about the comprehensive care provided in person and virtually to our patients.

Mark your calendars for this 2025 fireside chat featuring UMass Memorial Health's Dr. Eric Alper.

The relentless pursuit of healing can be interpreted in many ways. To Jefferson Wermuth, RN, a charge nurse on the cardiac telemetry unit at UMass Memorial Medical Center, it means far more than the exceptional clinical care UMass Memorial Health provides. It’s about the positive effects of personal connections with patients and staff — a lesson he learned in his teens. "I was a sophomore and on the football team,” he said. “It was my first chance to start on varsity and I took a big hit from a linebacker.” Jefferson was taken to the hospital by ambulance and diagnosed with a concussion. “A male nurse treated me,” he recalled, “and he said, ‘my kid also plays safety. Make sure you're playing smart and not hitting kids with your head.’” That small piece of advice delivered in a busy emergency room resonated with Jefferson, and not just for its common sense. “I was impressed that he took the time to talk to me,” Jefferson said. “I thought that was something I could do — be a male nurse who relates to patients and makes them feel comfortable on their worst days.” His desire to enter nursing was encouraged by his sister, who is also a registered nurse. “She told me that if I didn’t like nursing, I could use my education in different ways, like becoming a nurse practitioner or going to medical school.” But once he started working, it was clear nursing was for him. “It’s a good gig,” he said. “I have a good work-life balance and there’s a lot of opportunity here." “One of the things that really impressed me was the new grad program,” he said. “It really helps ease you into nursing and supports you to build your confidence.” Previous to graduating, Jefferson completed an internship at UMass Memorial. That experience gave him a deeper understanding of the opportunities to advance and broaden his skills. “I knew that I could have an expanding role and explore different areas,” he said. “There is a lot of opportunity to get additional education, which I really like because I always want to learn new things.” We are grateful for caregivers like Jefferson whose passion makes all the difference and embodies the relentless pursuit of healing. #EveryoneEverydayRelentlessly

Thank you for highlighting UMass Memorial Health's ever-evolving and expanded hospital-at-home care that is supporting our postpartum patients! 

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