General Information

The Roger Williams Medical Center Media Relations Group is committed to connecting the media to information sources in a timely manner. Whether you are looking for background information, expert opinions, or patient conditions, our staff can put you in contact with the right source quickly. These departments are staffed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For after hours and weekends, please call the hospital operator at (401) 456-2000 and request media relations assistance.

The Public Relations Department at Roger Williams Medical Center invites all members of the community to contact us with information on promotional programs for the hospital as well as ideas for community sponsorships. The group is also interested in discussing advertising opportunities, as well as information on hospital publications. If you have a public relations issue or opportunity, call the department today.

For information about a particular department or service, please click on our Directory to find contact numbers specific to your area of interest.

For more information about the following support groups offered regularly through Roger Williams Medical Center, please call 401-456-2283.

• Bereavement Support
  Bereavement Support is a free program designed to provide a healthy forum for people to share their emotions -- anger, loneliness, fear, helplessness and sadness over the loss of a loved one.
  
• Take Time
  Take Time is a free program designed to give cancer patients and their families the opportunity to share their feelings with others who are facing similar issues.
  
• US TOO
  US TOO is a free, nationally-affiliated program that offers information and support for prostate cancer patients, their families, and friends.
  
• Open Door
  Open Door is a special program for women with breast cancer.
  
• BMT Support Group
  The BMT support group is a free program for men and women dealing with Bone Marrow Transplants.
  
• Chronic Hepatitis Support Group
  This support group was organized to help people cope with Hepatitis C and Chronic Hepatitis B.