(UPDATED April 17, 2020) During these ever-changing and stressful times, we would like to assure you that our organization remains open and committed, as always, with providing you with quality surgical care. Our organization has implemented the following changes to ensure we are prepared to handle your office visit in a clean and safe environment. …
Archives for March 31, 2020
BSA’s Dr. Moreira reaches out to Cape Verde population during COVID-19 pandemic
A local surgeon hopes to better reach Cape Verdean community during this pandemic. Dr. Carla Moreira, with Brown Surgical Associates, came to this country from Cape Verde when she was 10. As a vascular surgeon, she is now dealing with a very high-risk population of patients. She spoke with WJAR’s Barbara Morse about her efforts….
With roots in Italy, BSA Surgeon Dr. Giorgi urges social distancing here
With the exception of his wife and children, Dr. Marcoandrea Giorgi’s entire family is still in Italy – which has been ravaged by the COVID-19 pandemic. He spoke with WJAR’s Barbara Morse about what he’s hearing from family and colleagues in Italy and whether he thinks we’ll experience what Italians are experiencing. Read More
Colorectal cancer on the rise for patients under 50; More screening recommended
New numbers show colorectal cancer cases are down among patients 50 and older. But the news isn’t so good for those under the age of 50, those numbers are on the rise. Dr. Steven Schechter of Brown Surgical Associates spoke to WJAR’s Barbara Morse about the disturbing trend. “If you’re in your 20’s and 30’s…
