The Newport Hospital Honor Roll of Supporters

Newport Hospital Foundation is proud to recognize its generous supporters whose philanthropy enables Newport Hospital to provide exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care to the people of Rhode Island and beyond. Many thanks for your generosity!

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Tenny Thomas, MD, FACEP, MHL, Named President and Chief Medical Officer of Newport Hospital

Tenny Thomas, MD, FACEP, MHL has been named Newport Hospital’s president and chief medical officer (CMO) effective July 14, 2025. Dr. Thomas joins Newport Hospital from Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth where he had served as chief medical officer since 2018.

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A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Philanthropy in Action

James and Peggy Nolan (pictured), and other principal donors to the Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit recently received a behind-the-scenes look at the nearly completed space that they generously supported. The unit is on track to be completed later this year.

Newport Hospital Announces the 2025 Frederick Henry Prince Memorial Fund Awardees

More than 30 local programs that serve youth across Aquidneck Island have received grants from Newport Hospital’s Frederick Henry Prince Memorial Fund. In total, the fund awarded $188,500 to 31 organizations to support initiatives that help children lead healthier lives through physical activity, education, and healthy choices. Among the recipients are six programs to be awarded funds for the first time.

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Gratitude for Newport Hospital – Ed’s Story

Ed Smith was born at Newport Hospital in 1948. Both of his sons were born here too, as were three of his grandchildren. So, when he was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) at the hospital in 2015, he knew he was in the right place and would get the right care.

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What Kind of Legacy Will You Leave?

A charitable bequest is a simple and powerful way to have a lasting impact on the future generations of patients that will be treated at Newport Hospital. Your gift will allow our caregivers to continue to provide the compassionate care that we are known for.

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Newport Hospital Neurologist, Michael McCauley, MD, Discusses Migraines and Headaches

June recognized National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. Here, neurologist Michael McCauley, MD, joins host Bruce Newbury to talk about the signs, symptoms, and treatment options of migraines and headaches as well as neurological care at Newport Hospital.

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Newport Hospital in the News

Here are some recent stories where Newport Hospital is making headlines.

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Dehydration: Causes, Treatment, Prevention
and How Much Water You Should Drink

Brown University Health Blog Team

It may surprise you to know that about 60 percent of your body weight is water. All cells contain water and all the organs and tissues in your body need water to function properly. That’s why drinking water should be part of your daily routine not only for a healthy life, but also to prevent dehydration, a dangerous condition.

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