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Hospitals Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst

April 10, 2020
1 min read

Preparation and innovation has MelroseWakefield Hospital in a unique spot. But the stress is real, and it’s not just on the infrastructure.

MelroseWakefield Healthcare chief medical officer Steven Sbardella, MD, spoke with the Melrose Patch about the innovative surge preparations the organization is making during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 

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