Did you know that colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death both in the United States and worldwide? That makes colonoscopies a crucial screening tool for detecting polyps that can become colorectal cancer, so that the polyps can be removed before they can potentially become cancerous. Spectrum anesthesiologist Aurora Quaye, MD, who […]
Spectrum’s Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) was named Best Orthopedics and Spine ASC by U.S. News and World Report and is the only ASC in Maine to receive this recognition. Earlier this week, U.S. News and World Report released their first ratings of ambulatory surgery centers. These ratings assess outpatient surgical centers solely on objective, risk-adjusted […]
National Doctors’ Day is celebrated on March 30 — but Spectrum Healthcare Partners makes it a priority to support and celebrate both new and veteran physicians all year long. We do this through several programs: • A standardized orientation program • The MENTORme physician mentor program • Company-wide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion education (DEI) • […]
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Spectrum’s core tenets include caring not only for patients, but also the broader communities we serve. Although our philanthropic efforts span a wide range of charitable organizations, many of our partnerships are with groups that focus on some aspect of improving healthcare, such as Maine Cancer Foundation. Spectrum has been a supporter of Maine Cancer […]
In Maine, we experience all four seasons. During autumn the leaves change, preparing for winter. It’s a beautiful sight that attracts thousands to our state each year, but what these visitors don’t see is the fall cleanup that begins once all the leaves have fallen. During the fall, our orthopaedic team sees patients who have […]
Spectrum Healthcare Partners has been honored by AMA for promoting well-being of health care workers. Spectrum Healthcare Partners has earned recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine™ recognized organization. The prestigious AMA distinction is granted only to organizations that attest to the rigorous criteria of the Joy in Medicine™ Health […]
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month. At Spectrum, we have a team of radiation oncologists dedicated to helping patients who are diagnosed with prostate cancer. Spectrum radiation oncologists were the first physicians in Maine to perform HDR brachytherapy and Spectrum physicians are currently the only physicians in northern New England that offer HDR brachytherapy. What is […]
What is Pathology? Pathology plays a vital role in the diagnosis and treatment of many diseases. It involves the study of diseases, their causes, and their effects on the body. Pathology includes many aspects of patient care and provides diagnostic information to both patients and clinicians. Through the examination of organs, tissues, and bodily fluids, […]
What is Vascular and Interventional Radiology? Vascular and interventional radiology is a medical subspecialty that utilizes minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat various diseases. It is a rapidly expanding area of medicine and has become an essential part of modern medical practice. Vascular interventional radiology specifically refers to the use of imaging to […]
Radiology has been a core service line at Spectrum Healthcare Partners since our founding in 1996. When your doctor orders an imaging exam to help diagnose a health condition, it’s likely that a Spectrum Healthcare Partners radiologist will be involved. That’s because over 30 of Maine’s hospitals and imaging centers partner with Spectrum to provide […]
