Morton Hospital

Morton Hospital We are a full-service, acute care hospital based in . Learn more about our services by visiting mortonhospital.org. Elizabeth’s Medical Center.

Morton Hospital in Taunton is a 144-bed acute care community hospital serving patients and families in southeastern Massachusetts. In addition to a compassionate and skilled team of caregivers who treat patients like family, we provide comprehensive health care services including state-of-the-art imaging services, emergency care, orthopedics and rehabilitation services, substance abuse treatment,

and a variety of surgical services including general, breast, vascular, podiatric and weight loss surgery. We continue to invest in patient care services and programs. Over the past few years, we’ve invested more than $90 million in renovations and new technology upgrades, including open-bore MRI imaging and low-dose CT, a $25 million state-of-the-art Emergency Department, and new world class doctors and specialists. In addition to earning our Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission, in 2019, Morton Hospital has earned the following achievements:
- Awarded an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group (Fall 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2020)
- Voted "Best Hospital" in the 2021 Best of the Best Community Choice Awards for the Metro South Region
- Center for Weight Control accredited by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program®
- "Empowering Youth to Succeed" Business Recognition Award from Taunton Area School to Career (2019)
- Center for Wound Healing Community Award from Co-Op (2019)
- Designated as a Lung Cancer Screening Center by the American College of Radiology
- Lab Program Accreditation by the College of American Pathologists and American Academy of Blood Banks
- Mammography Program Accreditation by the American College of Radiology
- Breast Ultrasound Program Accreditation by the American College of Radiology
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy Program Accreditation by the American College of Radiology

Morton Hospital maintains partnerships with Mass General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Level 1 trauma centers and leading academic medical centers for emergency care. In addition, oncology patients have access to Dana Farber cancer services through the hospital’s affiliation with the Dana Farber Cancer Institute at St. We also offer urgent care services through our partnership with Health Express – located in Raynham, MA. DISCLAIMER: Steward Health Care System welcomes and encourages open discussion on social media sites. While Steward makes reasonable efforts to monitor and/or moderate content posted on its social media platforms, it does not moderate all comments and cannot always respond in a timely manner to online requests for information. Steward reserves the sole right to review, edit and/or delete any comments it deems inappropriate. Inappropriate comments and posts may include abusive or hurtful comments about a participant, off topic and redundant comments, comments using foul language, personal attacks or defamatory statements, or comments that violate the privacy of our patients and their families. Information posted on Steward’s social media sites is not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have a question about a specific medical condition, you should speak with your physician or other qualified healthcare provider. By submitting content to any of Steward’s social media sites, you understand and acknowledge that this information is available to the public. Please note that other participants my use this information in ways beyond the control of Steward. If you do not wish to have the information you share made available beyond Steward’s social media sites, then you should not post this information to these sites.

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The American Cancer Society recommends that women should have the choice to get an annual mammogram beginning at age 40,...
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The American Cancer Society recommends that women should have the choice to get an annual mammogram beginning at age 40, and all women at average risk get screened annually beginning at age 45.

Morton Hospital has three convenient locations that offer 3D Mammography Screenings and Diagnostic Imaging. To make an appointment at any of our three mammography centers, please call 508-828-7690.

Get information about breast imaging and mammography at Morton Hospital in Taunton, MA.

Thank you to our incredible partners at Brewster Ambulance Service for joining us in celebrating EMS & Hospital Week! We...
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We’re proud to be featured in the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association Innovative Firsts: 90 Years of Partnering ...
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Morton Hospital was recognized for advancing care through Inspire—a breakthrough option for patients with sleep apnea who can’t tolerate CPAP—as well as launching the region’s first minimally invasive endobariatric program for lasting weight loss without surgery or hospital stays.

Learn more about our advancements and achievements:

For 90 years, the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association has stood alongside our member organizations as they advance a legacy of innovation, driven by a shared commitment to improving patient lives, empowering caregivers, and strengthening communities.

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Congratulations to Dawn Dutcher and Allison Gomes on being recognized in The Boston Globe’s 2026 Salute to Nurses—a well-deserved honor for the compassion and care they bring to our patients. 🎉

Alyssa Brady was our son’s primary nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for 108 days. Born at 2.1 pounds and only 25 weeks, we knew Caleb was in for a long-haul as a micro preemie. He needed world-class medical care and some good luck. Somehow, our family got both.

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May is Women’s Health Month, a time to prioritize care, encourage preventive screenings, and support women in every stag...
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May is Women’s Health Month, a time to prioritize care, encourage preventive screenings, and support women in every stage of life. Our team is proud to support women in our community with comprehensive, compassionate care all year long.

As women age, regular screenings are important for their overall health, and should include colonoscopy, mammogram, bone density screenings, and knowing numbers like cholesterol and blood sugar.

The American Cancer Society recommends that women should have the choice to get an annual mammogram beginning at age 40,...
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The American Cancer Society recommends that women should have the choice to get an annual mammogram beginning at age 40, and all women at average risk get screened annually beginning at age 45.

Morton Hospital has three convenient locations that offer 3D Mammography Screenings and Diagnostic Imaging. To make an appointment at any of our three mammography centers, please call 508-828-7690.

Get information about breast imaging and mammography at Morton Hospital in Taunton, MA.

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This week is National Emergency Medical Services Week, recognizing the important contributions of EMS professionals in safeguarding the health, safety and well-being of their communities. We're incredibly grateful to all emergency medicine personnel for everything they do for the people of Rhode Island and Massachusetts and in partnership with our emergency department team members. Thank you EMS teams!

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Taunton, MA
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