Media Contact
Journalists wishing to learn more information about Southcoast Health should contact:
Tom Rovine, Manager of Corporate Communications
Email: rovinet@southcoast.org
Phone: 508-973-5889
Media Inquires
Southcoast Health System adheres to a strict policy that the confidentiality of patient information is always our top priority.
Media Relations
Media Relations Guidelines
The following guidelines must be followed at all times by members of the media when contacting Southcoast physicians, staff or patients or when accessing Southcoast facilities for the purposes of news gathering, reporting, research or other activities involved in the practice of journalism.
Make contact with Public Relations prior to entering any Southcoast property or speaking with Southcoast physicians, staff or patients.
Identify themselves and their media affiliation, providing contact information such as telephone, fax and e-mail address.
Follow the directions of the Public Relations representative and other Southcoast officials while on Southcoast properties.
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Patient Stories
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Community Event
This event is from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on Dec 13, 2025.
Be Well Wareham!
Be Well Walk Flyer 2025 Please join us for a FREE monthly wellness walk with a doctor followed by yoga and meditation at the Gleason Family YMCA. The walk begins at 8:30am, […]
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Baby Café Breastfeeding Support Group
Southcoast Health is proud to host Baby Café, a friendly and comfortable drop-in session for…
General Loss Grief Support Group – Virtual
Virtual Support Group – 3rd Wednesday of Each Month Grieving is an important emotional process…
