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Why Screening Matters: SVMC’s Dr. Marie Elaine on Breast Health and Early Detection
Marie Elaine, MD, joined the radiology team at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) in September 2026, bringing her expertise and subspecialty interest in breast imaging, women's imaging, and public health.

Can Vibration Plates Really Improve Lymphatic Flow?
According to SVMC Physical Therapy’s Noelle De Geus, DPT, the lymphatic system plays an important role in maintaining fluid balance and supporting the immune system.

SVMC Emergency and ICU nurses honored with DAISY Awards
Morganne Ottati, RN, a nurse in SVMC’s Kendall Emergency Department, and Ashlee Billert, RN, a nurse on the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) were both recognized for helping their individual patients through stressful and uncertain moments.

SVMC’s new fitness series aims to help patients affected by cancer discover the benefits of safe, supported movement.
new fitness program at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), Fitness for Wellness combines exercise, professional guidance, and camaraderie.

More than 4,000 pounds of unused medications safely collected at SVMC
On September 10, 2026, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member of Dartmouth Health, surpassed collecting 4,000 pounds of unused medications properly disposed of and safely collected at the hospital’s secure kiosk.

'No Surrender:' Benefit concert brings The Boss to Manchester
The music of Bruce Springsteen, performed by No Surrender: The Ultimate Springsteen Tribute, is coming to Southern Vermont Arts Center on Wednesday, August 26

SVMC names Patricia Fisher, MD, as new chief medical officer
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member of Dartmouth Health, has named Patricia L. Fisher, MD, MHA, CPHQ, as its next chief medical officer (CMO). She will officially begin her role on October 12, 2026.

Baby Cafe finds new home on Main Street in Bennington
The Baby Café is a free, drop-in, informal breastfeeding support group offering ongoing professional lactation care and intervention.

CEO Q&A: What It Means to Be a Community Teaching Hospital
SVMC is embarking on a new chapter under the leadership of President & CEO Estevan Garcia. Estevan answers some common questions around what it means to be a teaching center and how residency programs benefit patients in our region.

Building for the Future: Exciting Projects Are Transforming SVMC
While temporary changes to parking, traffic patterns, and building access may require a little extra patience, they're all signs of exciting improvements that will benefit our community for years to come.