Dr. Curtiss Joins Gastroenterology Professional Services at North Adams Regional Hospital

08:00AM / Saturday, May 03, 2025Print Story | Email Story

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems has announced the appointment of James Curtiss, MD, to Gastroenterology Professional Services, practicing in the North Adams Regional Hospital office and providing gastroenterology and endoscopy services for North Berkshire patients.

Dr. Curtiss is accepting new patients.

Dr. Curtiss received his medical degree and completed a Fellowship in Gastroenterology from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Dr. Curtiss has over 20 years’ experience as a gastroenterologist. He has practiced the last seven years at Gastroenterology Associates of Central Virginia.

He is a General Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist who does general and advanced endoscopic procedures.

"I enjoy the teaching aspect of medicine both to those still in training and particularly to my patients as I feel if they have a better understanding of their issues and the rationale for treatments it helps my patients take a more active part in their health and happiness," said Dr. Curtiss.

He enjoys physical fitness and exercise and likes to play ice hockey. He and his wife look forward to moving to the area and to enjoy its many offerings.

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North Adams Awarded Grant to Support First Responder Health, Wellness

01:40PM / Tuesday, December 30, 2025

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The City of North Adams has been awarded a $15,000 grant from the Massachusetts Interlocal Insurance Association (MIIA) to support the health and wellness of local first responders through advanced, preventative medical screenings.

The grant will allow the City to offer comprehensive cardiac-focused health screenings to all North Adams Police and Fire personnel. The program goes beyond a standard annual physical and is designed to provide early insight into cardiovascular health risks commonly faced by Public Safety professionals.

Screenings will include advanced lipid and biomarker testing, along with personalized health consultations, delivered in partnership with Sigma Tactical Wellness, a nationally recognized provider specializing in first responder wellness.

"We know that a troubling percentage of officers die within ten years of retirement," said Mark Bailey, Chief of Police. "My priority is ensuring that our officers are healthy during their careers and well beyond them. This grant allows us to focus on early detection and long-term wellness so our officers can look forward to — and fully enjoy — their retirement."

Chief Brent Lefebvre, Fire Chief, echoed the importance of the program.

"Firefighters face elevated cardiovascular risks throughout their careers. This grant gives our members the opportunity to better understand their health and take preventative steps — at no cost to them — which ultimately strengthens our Department and the community we serve."

Participation in the program is voluntary, and all health information collected will remain strictly confidential.

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