General Surgeon Brett Matthews Joins North Adams Regional Hospital

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NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Berkshire Health Systems (BHS) announced the appointment of Brett Matthews, DO, a board certified and fellowship trained surgeon, to the medical staffs of North Adams Regional Hospital (NARH) and Berkshire Medical Center and the provider staff of Berkshire Surgical Services. 
 
Matthews is accepting new patients in need of general surgery and surgical endoscopy services. He serves North and Central Berkshire patients at the Berkshire Surgical offices in Pittsfield and North Adams.   
 
Matthews has been practicing general and minimally invasive surgery for the past eight years and came to the Berkshires from Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport. He specializes in: laparoscopic and open hernia repair, laparoscopic foregut surgery, such as hiatal hernia or anti-reflux procedures, minimally invasive surgery on the small bowel, colon, adrenal and spleen surgery, upper and lower endoscopy, enteral and vascular access, mediports, and office excision for abscesses, skin and subcutaneous lesions.   
 
Matthews is not new to the Berkshires, as after receiving his medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine he completed his general surgery residency training at Berkshire Medical Center. He also completed a surgical residency at the University of Hawaii at Honolulu and a fellowship in upper GI endoscopy, advanced laparoscopy and bariatric surgery at the University of Massachusetts.   
 
"We welcome Dr. Matthews back to the Berkshires, providing minimally invasive care for surgical patients across the region," said Laurie Lamarre, BHS Vice President and NARH Chief Operating Officer. "NARH and BMC are committed to expanding access to specialty care for our community and Dr. Matthews brings a wide array of surgical skills to our hospitals."  
 
"I began my surgical training here in the Berkshires and am honored and excited to return and give back to the community that helped me become the surgeon I am today," he said. 
 
Matthews enjoys spending time outside running, swimming, golfing, skiing and hiking.   
 
For an appointment with Matthews, ask your primary care provider for a referral or call Berkshire Surgical Services at North Adams, 413-664-5411 or Berkshire Surgical Services’ Pittsfield office, 413-447-6420.  

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Weekend Outlook: Dance for a Good Cause

By Breanna SteeleiBerkshires Staff

Check out the events happening this week, including egg hunts, fundraising events, and live music and dancing.

Editor's Pick

Northern Lights Ball
Elks Lodge, North Adams
Time: 8 p.m. to midnight

Dress in your favorite fun attire and glitter and dance the night away with DJ BFG There will also be drag performances, karaoke, snacks, and more. Hosted by Berkshire Pride. 

General admission: $20

More information and tickets here.

Multiple Days
Disney's 'The Little Mermaid'
Lenox Memorial High School
Time: Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.

The high school's drama team is performing Disney's "The Little Mermaid." Enjoy the classic story and dress up as your favorite character and grab a photo with the cast.

Admission is $10 for seniors and students, $15 for adults; children free if in costume for the Saturday 2 p.m. showing only.

More information here.

Friday

Groove for Good Miracles for Miles Dance Party
Stationery Factory, Dalton
Time: 7 to 11 p.m.

Help raise money for Boston's Children Hospital. Never stop dancing for the chance to win $1,000.

Tickets range from $25 to $50, with $100 for a vendor sponsor table.

More information and tickets here.

'Under the Sea'
FutureLabs Gallery, North Adams
Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
 
The Glow Ocean exhibit closes at 43 Eagle St. with one last event with The Plant Connector. Build a jelly fish terrarium for $20. Bring a piece of the glow ocean home with you or just chill out. 
 
More information here
 

Kristin Key
Colonial Theatre, Pittsfield
Time: 7:30 p.m.

Musical comedian Kristin Key brings her commentary on queer culture, cats and crocheting to the Colonial for one night only. Tickets range from $43 to $53.

More information and tickets here.

Saturday

36th Annual Pittsfield Rotary Auction
Berkshire Hills Country Club, Pittsfield
Time: 4:30 to 9 p.m.

Support and invest in the community with the annual auction. Enjoy entertainment, appetizers, and more. 

More information and tickets here.

'Wild Hope: Building for Birds'
Milne Public Library, Williamstown
Time: 11 a.m.
 
This 16-minute documentary looks at the effect of building glass on bird populations and innovative solutions to this problem. Afterwards, we will engage in simple hands-on activities to help keep our feathered friends safe. And, a few lucky winners will receive window collision tape to use on their windows at home.
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