What's the Best Test?

Take the proactive step towards your health by scheduling a colon cancer screening today.

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Lifespan Living

Ready to start your journey to health? We can help.

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Challenging Cases

A Case Like No Other: An Audio Series from Lifespan Experts

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Adetokunbo Oyelese, MD, PhD

Amazing technology. In the right hands.

A new revolutionary robotic navigation platform is at Lifespan.

At the Norman Prince Spine Institute, we are one of the first programs in the region to add the Globus Excelsius robot to our computer-assisted navigation technology.

Peter Soukas, MD

A Clear Path for Life

Lifespan Cardiovascular Institute

Dr. Peter Soukas found an innovative way to use technology to treat blocked arteries. The results were shockingly successful. 

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You Deserve Our Award-Winning Weight Loss Surgery

The Center for Bariatric Surgery offers a long term solution to patients who have difficulty with sustaining weight loss. Our surgical team provides coordinated, personalized care to obese individuals who have a body mass index greater than or equal to 40.

Information for Patients and Visitors

Current Guidelines for Hospital Visitors

In response to the number of COVID cases throughout the state, and in accordance with Rhode Island Department of Health guidance, Lifespan has implemented the following visitation policy at our acute care hospitals.

Lifespan Urgent Care Providence

Lifespan Urgent Care

When a common medical condition arises, you can turn to Lifespan Urgent Care to get treatment with the expertise and compassion you expect from Rhode Island’s leading health care provider.

Lifespan in the Media

Lifespan in the Media

Here are some of the stories making headlines.

Lifespan makes daily headlines for the amazing work that happens here. Visit our newsroom to view the many local and national stories about our hospitals, programs, and patients. 

Lifespan Locations

Over 1,620 hospitals and clinics throughout Rhode Island, here are some featured locations:

Workforce and Youth Development

Free Education Opportunities

Lifespan’s Workforce Solutions, Training and Teamwork (STAT) program offers free education to become certified for entry-level healthcare positions.  Start today!

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Research and Clinical Trials

Our research strives to improve patient care in our community, in our region, and throughout the world. Learn more about our programs and current clinical trials.

Attendees at a Lifespan community forum.

Lifespan Community Health Institute

Lifespan Community Health Institute (LCHI) is your source for better health in Rhode Island and its surrounding communities. Programs are often offered free or at a reduced cost to the community.

Lifespan Living Blog

The latest health tips for all ages and stages.

Upcoming Events

Mar
21

Diagnostic Imaging Virtual Hiring Event

Lifespan is hosting a virtual hiring event for diagnostic imaging positions at multiple locations. Apply for full-time, part-time, or per-diem opportunities in multiple modalities, including: CT Scan...

Mar
23

Free Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose Screenings

Join the Lifespan Community Health Institute and Wheelhouse Health Navigation at Providence's Southside Cultural Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 for free blood pressure and blood...

Mar
27

Food Is Medicine

Join the Lifespan Community Health Institute and the Newport Public Library for a free, in-person, four-week cooking and nutrition series. Sample dishes and learn how to decrease your risk of obesity...

Mar
29

Safe Sitter

The Safe Sitter curriculum is designed exclusively for young teens in grades six through eight. It covers the following skills: safety child care CPR first aid choking rescue, and life and business...