South Shore Health (formerly known as South Shore Health System) is a non-profit health care organization located in South Weymouth, Massachusetts. It is the largest employer on the South Shore of Boston, with approximately 7,500 employees and 900 affiliated physicians. South Shore Health operates hospitals, outpatient centers, emergency rooms, a hospice program, and home health services throughout the South Shore region of Massachusetts. Its primary hospital is South Shore Hospital, a 378-bed facility that offers medical, surgical, and behavioral health services. South Shore Hospital also operates a cancer center and a cardiac center, which offers a range of cardiovascular services including cardiac surgery, electrophysiology, and vascular care. South Shore Health is also committed to community health education and offers classes, support groups, and health screenings to the public. In addition, the organization invests in medical research and innovation, and is home to South Shore Health’s Center for Orthopedics, Spine and Sports Medicine, which offers advanced orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation services. South Shore Health operates under the guiding principle of delivering exceptional care to patients and their families, with a focus on compassion, collaboration, and excellence. The organization is accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized for its commitment to quality care by various national organizations.