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Your Trusted Medical Center in Plymouth, NH
Speare Memorial Hospital has served the healthcare needs of central New Hampshire for nearly a century, combining compassionate care with advanced medical expertise. Our team of board-certified physicians, specialized nurses, and certified professionals delivers comprehensive services ranging from emergency care and maternity services to cardiac rehabilitation and oncology. With state-of-the-art facilities including a 24-hour emergency department, accredited laboratory, and nationally recognized cardiac rehab program, we prioritize patient-centered care and community health education.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our partnerships with Dartmouth Cancer Center and DHART air response team, ensuring access to specialized care when needed. As a critical access hospital, we focus on improving quality of life through preventive care, innovative treatments, and community outreach programs that address local health challenges.
Services
Emergency Department Birthing Suite Cardiac Rehab Radiology Oncology Infusion Laboratory Services Nutrition Counseling Sleep Medicine Surgical Services Wound Care
Details
  • Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
  • We offer 24/7 emergency care with board-certified physicians and advanced trauma support
  • Our nationally accredited cardiac rehab program combines monitored exercise with education
  • Board-certified radiologists and state-of-the-art imaging technology ensure accurate diagnoses
  • Community-based obstetric team provides personalized maternity care in a homelike environment
  • Partnership with Dartmouth Cancer Center delivers specialized oncology care close to home
Associations and certifications
  • College of American Pathologists (CAP)
  • American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR)
What people say
Compassionate care Personalized attention Skilled specialists Positive birth experiences Effective rehab programs
Services
Emergency Department
Speare's 24/7 emergency department provides critical care for 12,000+ patients annually with board-certified physicians and specialized trauma teams. Our facility maintains ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications while offering immediate access to DHART air transport. Patients receive priority-based triage with dedicated pediatric emergency expertise and sexual assault nurse examiners.
Birthing Suite
Our labor and delivery unit combines advanced medical technology with personalized care featuring hydrotherapy tubs and private post-partum rooms. Board-certified OB/GYNs and lactation specialists support natural births and cesarean deliveries. The suite includes specialized neonatal equipment and family-centered amenities like sleep chairs and nourishment centers.
Cardiac Rehab
AACVPR-certified cardiac rehab combines monitored exercise with educational programs for heart disease patients. Three-day weekly sessions include EKG monitoring, personalized exercise plans, and classes on nutrition and risk management. The program serves post-heart attack, bypass, and valve replacement patients with insurance coverage for qualifying diagnoses.
Radiology Services
Full-service radiology department offers MRI, CT scans, digital mammography, and nuclear medicine with ACR-certified staff. Our 1.5 Tesla MRI and Philips MDCT provide advanced diagnostics while maintaining 24/7 emergency imaging coverage. The women's center features private waiting areas and bone density screening with Hologic DEXA equipment.
Oncology Infusion
Outpatient oncology clinic provides chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and blood disorder treatments with Dartmouth Cancer Center specialists. Certified nurses administer infusions for cancer and autoimmune conditions like Crohn's disease. The program includes patient education resources and financial assistance referrals while coordinating with regional radiation therapy centers.
People
Dr. Joseph Ebner
Board-Certified OB/GYN
Specializing in high-risk pregnancies and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, Dr. Ebner leads Plymouth OB/GYN with 15+ years of regional practice. He directs the birthing suite's medical team and teaches at Plymouth State University's nursing program.
Craig Johnson
Exercise Physiologist
Managing cardiac rehab operations, Craig develops personalized exercise programs for heart patients while coordinating with primary care physicians. He holds certifications in advanced cardiac life support and preventive cardiology.
Ralph Broadwater
Medical Director, Cardiopulmonary
Overseeing respiratory therapy and sleep medicine services, Dr. Broadwater specializes in pulmonary disease management and non-invasive ventilation treatments. He directs the hospital's smoking cessation initiatives and COPD education programs.
Charles Brown
Laboratory Director
Board-certified pathologist Dr. Brown supervises 150,000+ annual lab tests with CAP accreditation oversight. His team implements molecular diagnostics for infectious disease tracking and cancer biomarker analysis while maintaining federal CLIA compliance.
Bryce Lowrey
Lead Radiologist
Directing imaging services, Dr. Lowrey specializes in musculoskeletal radiology with fellowship training. He oversees MRI and CT operations while implementing AI-assisted diagnostic tools for early cancer detection and neurological assessments.
Questions
What emergency services does Speare offer?
Our 24/7 emergency department handles trauma, heart attacks, strokes, and pediatric emergencies with board-certified physicians and DHART air transport access.
How do I schedule diagnostic imaging?
Call (603) 238-2232 for radiology appointments or visit our website for online scheduling options with same-day availability for urgent cases.
Does Speare accept my insurance?
We work with major insurers including Medicare/Medicaid. Contact our billing department at (800) 269-5416 for specific coverage verification.
What maternity services are available?
Our birthing suite offers labor & delivery, C-sections, prenatal education, and postpartum support with 24/7 OB coverage and neonatal specialists.
How can I access lab results?
Results are sent directly to ordering physicians. Patients can obtain copies through our release form process with assistance from lab directors.
What cancer care options exist?
Dartmouth-affiliated oncologists provide chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and blood disorder treatments with referrals to regional radiation centers as needed.
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Reviews (5)
Anthony Connell
Apr 17, 2022 Report
Waited 80+ min in the waiting room throwing up and organs shutting down. This is not the place if you need urgent care. Staff are nice but protocols are not being followed.
Gooble The Gubble
Mar 24, 2022 Report
I came to get my blood work done. They lost my original order from my blood work. After they finally got it they did not take the correct amount out or scan for the proper things. So I have to return again for more blood work. DO NOT GO HERE. They will screw something up and waste your time.
Samantha V.
Mar 20, 2022 Report
Rushed into spear to take my roommate with a nut allergy, we are rushing in and the doors are locked, this one lady sees us walks away and grabs us masks instead of rushing over to help. She was on the phone with her mom, so she could hear everything going on, and the doctor was very rude telling her to put it down when she wasn't even talking to her yet. Instead of checking her out first tvs asked her 15 minutes worth of questions. If u want something done do it yourself
Nicole Rivet
Mar 07, 2022 Report
Had a sternum rub by an ER doctor, not exactly on my sternum, rather on my upper chest and left with pretty nasty big bruising and pain 3 days later. Had lots of sternum rubs and usually left with little to no bruising or pain. They seemed to want to intubate me and send me off just so they didn't have to deal with me. However, they did end up admitting me to their ICU. They gave me boatloads of fluids that I didn't need.

And would not let me get out of bed by myself. So when I needed to pee every 15 minutes, I was supposed to call for them. They typically took a good 5 minutes to arrive (remember this is ICU level care) and when they came they were irritable that I was calling. Sometimes when I'd ask them for something, they would forget snd just not come back. My first night there, they couldn't give me my night meds until nearly 4 AM, because none of them could figure out the "new computer system" and then they just blatantly forgot for an hour or two. Their food serving sizes is also that of maybe a toddler meal.
Shelley Withrow
Mar 06, 2022 Report
I can't give this hospital enough stars. They are absolutely amazing. I am cared for the moment I walk into the waiting room and until I leave. They listen to you and know when you know your body. I want to say thank you to each and every member of the Speare Memorial Hospital team.