Newport Hospital
Providing award-winning health care to patients on Aquidneck Island and beyond
Welcome to Newport Hospital
Founded in 1873 as a 12-bed cottage hospital, Newport Hospital is a state-of-the-art, award-winning health care facility that offers a wide array of services to the community. In addition to an emergency department that treats patients from Newport and surrounding towns, the hospital provides diagnostic and surgical services and is home to the renowned Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center and the award-winning Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center.
Newport Hospital has earned the prestigious Baby Friendly designation from the World Health Organization and UNICEF, and has been designated a Magnet hospital for excellence in nursing three consecutive times.
Getting Here
Newport Hospital Main Building
20 Powel Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
United States401-846-6400
Featured Centers & Services
Newport Hospital offers a wide array of services to the community in the areas of primary care, women’s health, and rehabilitation, among others.
Primary Care
Our affiliated primary care practices, part of the Lifespan Physician Group, welcome new patients and offer convenient extended hours. Internal medicine physicians see patients 18 and older; family medicine physicians see patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.
Women’s Health Services
Our team of obstetrician/gynecologists and certified nurse midwife provide services to women of all ages, from wellness visits, through pregnancy and childbirth, to gynecologic surgery. Our renowned Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center offers a home-like environment supported by state-of-the-art technology.
Lifespan Cancer Institute
The Newport branch of the Lifespan Cancer Institute provides state-of-the-art care for patients with cancer and hematologic disorders. We offer a broad range of clinical services, including medical oncology, surgical services, and infusion therapy for cancer and non-cancerous conditions, including chemotherapy.
Surgical Services
Our experienced general and orthopedic surgeons provide the full range of surgical services, from routine procedures through highly specialized joint replacements. They offer the latest in state-of-the-art surgical techniques, including minimally invasive surgery, for faster recovery times and reduced post-operative pain.
Newport Hospital Events
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Brain & Spine, Geriatrics & Senior Services, Mental Health and Behavioral HealthSep 24
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Newport HospitalThis group for caregivers and offers a safe and positive place for those dealing with the daily issues of being a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer's disease. This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather so it is always best to...
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OBGYN and Women's Health, Pediatric MedicineSep 27
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Newport HospitalThis postpartum support group is offered to assist new mothers and provide support in the first few weeks of breastfeeding. Moms are encouraged to share their ideas and concerns with other new mothers. The group is facilitated by a board-certified lactation consultant and meets weekly on Thursdays...
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Brain & Spine, Geriatrics & Senior Services, Mental Health and Behavioral HealthOct 2
This group for caregivers and offers a safe and positive place for those dealing with the daily issues of being a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer's disease. This group meets the first, third, and fifth Tuesday (when applicable) of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather...
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Brain & Spine, Geriatrics & Senior Services, Mental Health and Behavioral HealthOct 8
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Newport HospitalThis group for caregivers and offers a safe and positive place for those dealing with the daily issues of being a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer's disease. This group meets the second and fourth Monday of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather so it is always best to...
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CancerOct 13
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Newport HospitalPlease join us for an enjoyable and educational morning about breast cancer and survivorship presented by the Lifespan Cancer Institute and Lifespan Community Health Institute , and the American Cancer Society . Keynote Address Avenues of Healing will feature a keynote presentation by mind-body...
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Brain & Spine, Geriatrics & Senior Services, Mental Health and Behavioral HealthOct 16
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Newport HospitalThis group for caregivers and offers a safe and positive place for those dealing with the daily issues of being a caregiver to someone with Alzheimer's disease. This group meets the first, third and fifth (when applicable) Tuesday of each month. The group may cancel on holidays or in bad weather so...
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Featured News
Friday, June 29, 2018
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FundraisingFacility improvements will reduce overcrowding, enhance overall care Breaking Ground: Pictured from left are Peter Capodilupo, Chairman, Newport Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees; Happy van Beuren, van Beuren Charitable Foundation; Crista F. Durand, President, Newport Hospital; Larry A. Aubin,...
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
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Awards & DesignationsNational non-profit The Leapfrog Group awards "A" grades to Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital and Newport Hospital
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
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Awards & DesignationsJoins Lifespan's Rhode Island and The Miriam hospitals in getting top grade from national non-profit Newport Hospital received an “A” in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades released today by The Leapfrog Group , a national nonprofit health care ratings organization. Lifespan’s Rhode Island Hospital...
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
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In the CommunityFund promotes health and wellness for children and families of Newport County Newport Hospital’s Frederick Henry Prince Memorial Fund has awarded a total of $110,334 to 20 local organizations that enhance the lives of children and families throughout Newport County. Among those receiving awards are...
Thursday, April 12, 2018
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Outpatient, InpatientNewport County residents struggling with both substance use and mental health issues now have a new option for treatment. Newport Hospital has opened a new track within its existing Partial Hospitalization Program, entirely dedicated to patients with co-occurring substance use and mental health...
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
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Workforce, In the Community, Awards & DesignationsFor the second time, Lifespan’s four hospitals achieved Top Performer status on the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), a national benchmark of hospitals’ policies and practices related to equitable and inclusive treatment of their LGBTQ patients, visitors and employees. The Human Rights Campaign...
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Care New England and Partners HealthCare have approached Lifespan and will begin formal discussions to explore how all three health care providers might work together to strengthen patient care delivery in Rhode Island. The conversations were announced on Feb. 27. By combining the talent,...
Monday, November 20, 2017
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Events, In the CommunityBrian Ott, MD, and Lori Daiello, PharmD, ScM, will talk about research progress NEWPORT, R.I. – Researchers at Rhode Island Hospital work tirelessly to find a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease. On Dec. 7 at Newport Hospital, you can learn about the advances they are making as well as current research...
Monday, November 13, 2017
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Awards & DesignationsPatient experience rating at Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center recognized For the fourth consecutive year, Newport Hospital has been honored with the Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for its inpatient rehabilitation program. The hospital achieved the distinction by ranking in the top five...
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Each of the three Lifespan hospitals eligible for the rating receives an ‘A’ Newport Hospital received an “A” in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade released today by The Leapfrog Group , a national nonprofit health care ratings organization. Grades of A, B, C, D and F are given to hospitals based...
Monday, October 16, 2017
The Comprehensive Spine Center has expanded to make multi-disciplinary treatment available close to home for residents of Aquidneck Island, South County and nearby Massachusetts.
Monday, September 25, 2017
OB/GYN looking forward to serving Aquidneck Island residents Lisa Licare, DO , an obstetrician/gynecologist, has joined Newport Women’s Health, a Lifespan Physician Group practice affiliated with Newport Hospital. “As an OB/GYN, I feel that I couldn't possibly have a more exciting job. What an...
Monday, July 17, 2017
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Fundraising, EventsWith a pleasant breeze rolling off the water complemented by picturesque views of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay, more than 400 friends of Newport Hospital gathered at the historic Eisenhower House on Thursday, July 6, for the hospital’s 2017 summer soirée, A Salute to Health . Serving as the...
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
$83,125 in local grants to 20 organizations will promote health and wellness for children and families of Newport County
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Fingleton will assume role April 1 when he joins University Cardiovascular Surgical Associates in Providence.
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Lifespan leadership are creating a strategic alliance to advance cancer treatment and research. The new agreement, signed March 21, 2017, will support the expansion of clinical trials, offer access for Lifespan physicians to cancer-specific disease expertise for...
Friday, February 17, 2017
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Outpatient, Health & Wellness, InpatientArthroscopic sports medicine surgeon practices at Newport Hospital
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Dr. De Oliveira will lead the division's clinical services, administration, and educational and research activities. He joins Lifespan from Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.
Friday, November 4, 2016
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Nursing, Awards & DesignationsJune Martin, RN, a 40-year veteran of the Newport Hospital nursing staff, is the recipient of the Press Ganey 2016 Nurse of the Year Award
Friday, November 4, 2016
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Awards & DesignationsNewport Hospital has again been named a Guardian of Excellence Award recipient by Press Ganey Associates, Inc. for superior care provided by the hospital’s Vanderbilt Rehabilitation Center inpatient unit
Friday, October 14, 2016
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Health & Wellness, In the CommunityWHAT: Newport Hospital is pleased to offer free mammograms and free breast exams to women 40 years old or older who live in Rhode Island and do not have health insurance that covers annual breast cancer screenings. WHEN: Please call 401-845-1548 no later than Monday, October 17 to schedule an...
Tuesday, August 9, 2016
What: 5K Race/Walk & Family Fun Run T-shirts for the first 300 registrants! Fun family activities at the finish line! When: Sunday, September 18, 2016 Start Times: Family Fun Run – 8:30 a.m. 5K – 9 a.m. Where: Race starts and ends at the Newport County YMCA, 792 Valley Road in Middletown...
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Newport Hospital announced that Susanne Patrick-MacKinnon, MD, has joined the Newport Hospital medical staff as part of Newport Neurology, a Lifespan Physician Group practice. She began seeing patients on June 1. Patrick-MacKinnon received her medical degree from the University of Massachusetts...