Cardiac arrest can happen without warning, often at home and in front of the people who love us most. In those first critical minutes, knowing what to do can mean the difference between life and death. On Aug. 13, 2025, on the eve of her 49th birthday, Jessie moved through an ordinary evening at home … Read more
My father was a special man. His name was Bob Motola. He was a cardiologist, and he loved practicing medicine. Growing up, I knew my dad was a doctor. I told people he repaired hearts. He worked long hours and often rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night. Around our dinner table, I heard stories … Read more
The ballroom quieted as Miriam Plitt walked toward the stage. Moments later, the American Heart Association presented her with the Yvonne Heredia Lifetime Achievement Award, its highest honor in Southern New England, drawing a standing ovation from a crowd of more than 300 physicians, executives, advocates, and volunteers. Chair of the RI State Advocacy Committee for the American … Read more
On a campus known for shaping students through service and leadership, one junior has turned personal pain into public purpose. Preston Feden, 17, a Warwick native and member of La Salle Academy’s class of 2027, recently earned recognition as the Southern New England Leader of Impact from the American Heart Association. The honor is part … Read more
On Oct. 7, the Southern New England American Heart Association hosted a powerful conversation that brought the latest science in cardiovascular care directly to our community. Local medical experts Edward McGookin, MD, chief of primary care for Brown University Health and Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care, and Martha Kole-White, MD, assistant professor of obstetrics … Read more
The American Heart Association Heart Walk promotes CPR readiness, celebrates survivors, and drives critical cardiovascular research PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, October 9, 2025 — The American Heart Association’s Southern New England Heart Walk united more than 3,000 participants on June 7, 2025, raising $449,000 to support lifesaving research, education and community health programs. Held at Rhode … Read more
The American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, proudly announces the appointment of its 2025-2026 Southern New England Board of Directors. Dr. Edward McGookin, MD, MHCDS, FAAP, Chief of Primary Care at Brown Health Medical Group, will continue to serve as Board President. Amy C. Vitale, Esq., Executive … Read more
Southern New England American Heart Association shares 2024-2025 Gratitude & Impact Mission Report Mission Statement: To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Driving Equitable Health for All The American Heart Association has spent more than a century working to create a world where everyone can live a longer and healthier … Read more
American Heart Association hosts conversation to spotlight maternal heart health challenges and solutions PROVIDENCE, RI, May 28, 2025 — Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the United States. To address this urgent health issue, the American Heart Association, devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives for all, hosted a Community … Read more
Firm partners with American Heart Association’s year-round campaign to improve health in Southern New England PROVIDENCE, MARCH 4, 2025 — For more than 100 years, the American Heart Association has committed to advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere. Through Heart of Southern New England Heart Ball campaign, DiSanto Priest & Co has volunteered to … Read more
Rhode Islander, Katie Bergantine, JD, shares her personal journey managing maternal heart health Guest Blog Written by Katie Bergantine, JD, of Coventry, Rhode Island with afterword from the American Heart Association Afterword from the American Heart Association: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S., or more simply put, heart disease … Read more
Alexsa Marino joins the American Heart Association’s initiative to improve women’s heart health Providence, Rhode Island, October 23rd, 2024 – The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, is proud to announce Alexsa Marino, Senior Litigation Counselor at FM, as a Co-chair for the 2025 Southern … Read more
The American Heart Association to recognized mission champion Larry Sadwin at annual event with the Yvonne Heredia Lifetime Achievement Award Providence, Rhode Island, October 18, 2024: —Rhode Islander, Larry Sadwin, was honored as the 2024 Yvonne Heredia Lifetime Achievement Award honoree at this year’s Southern New England Heart Ball. Sadwin has long time championed for … Read more
Dr. Edward McGookin, President of Coastal Medical Physicians, Inc., was named president of Southern New England’s board. The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, announced new leadership and members for its 2024-25 Southern New England board of directors. Dr. Edward McGookin, MD, MHCDS, FAAP, President of Coastal Medical, will serve … Read more
American Heart Association annual event raises hope by generating funds and awareness to fight heart disease and stroke Providence, Rhode Island, September 26th, 2024 — Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.[1] In addition, an aging, more diverse population, along with a significant increase in heart disease and stroke risk factors … Read more
Hello All, On June 10, we celebrated 100 years of scientific discovery and innovation by the American Heart Association. Founded in Chicago by six cardiologists, the Association was inspired by a social worker who felt more could be done to help people who suffered heart attacks. From humble beginnings and with a vision of improving … Read more
Community leader to chair American Heart Association’s initiative to improve women’s heart health Providence, Rhode Island, August 15, 2024 – The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, announces Kathryn M. Rattigan, Partner at Robinson+Cole, as a co-chair for the 2025 Southern New England Go … Read more
The American Heart Association invites people to move more and stress less as organization celebrates 100 years of lifesaving work Physical activity is one of the best ways to improve overall health and manage stress, yet 1 in 4 U.S. adults are sedentary for more than eight hours each day, which can have negative consequences … Read more
Melissa Cummings of Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island received the Lifetime Legacy Award and Carrie Bridges Feliz of Lifespan received the Cheryl W. Snead Servant Leader Award at the 2024 Southern New England Go Red for Women Luncheon The American Heart Association is pleased to announce that Melissa Cummings, Executive Vice President … Read more
American Heart Association’s signature Go Red for Women Luncheon raises awareness and critical funds, while calling for action against health disparities Providence, Rhode Island, March 7th, 2024— This year, more than 500 people dressed in red attended Southern New England’s annual Go Red for Women Luncheon to honor survivors, celebrate advancements in heart health and … Read more