Celebrating Dr. Theresa Graves’ remarkable career in breast cancer care and her inspiring retirement at the Paddle for Progress, honoring her legacy of compassion, leadership, and innovation in Rhode Island medicine.
Feature Stories
How Complex Hernia Surgery Saved James’ Life
After a massive hernia left James with little hope, Dr. Marcoandrea Giorgi of Brown Surgical Associates performed a complex robotic repair that gave him his life back.
Preparing for Hernia Surgery: Why the Foundation Matters
Dr. Giorgi explains why successful hernia repair depends on preparing the whole patient—not just repairing the hernia.
Beyond the Pink Ribbon: The Deeper Meaning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Each October, we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, celebrate survivors, honor those lost, and emphasize the importance of early detection and comprehensive care.
Brown Surgical Associates Joins Brown Health Medical Group
Merger enhances care coordination, expands access,
and unifies over 1,500 providers to improve patient care
Dr. Harrington: Reverification of RI Burn Center a ‘Team Effort’
The designation recognizes the exceptional care and expertise of the Burn Center providers, who are led by Brown Surgical Associates’ Dr. David Harrington.
Brown Surgical Associates Surgeons First in New England to Perform Implantation of Groundbreaking Iliac Branch Device
The newly FDA-approved Iliac Branch Device preserves blood flow while repairing life-threatening aneurysms.
Be the Match: Why Minority Donor Awarness is Vital
Over half of the patients waiting on transplant lists are from minority communities, yet only about 30% of organ and tissue donors come from these same backgrounds.
Navigational Bronchoscopy: How Brown Surgical Associates is Leading the Way in Lung Cancer Treatment
This groundbreaking procedure allows surgeons to locate and biopsy small lung nodules with pinpoint accuracy. Much like a GPS, the robotic bronchoscopy system provides detailed “directions” inside the lungs, guiding the surgeon directly to the area of concern.
Meet Dr. Anthony Meena: Caring for Vascular Patients at Brown Surgical Associates
Dr. Meena treats a broad spectrum of conditions, from carotid artery disease and peripheral artery disease (PAD) to aortic aneurysms, arterial blockages, and complex vein disorders.
