Anticoagulation

Expert Medication Monitoring for Your Safety and Peace of Mind

If you take anticoagulant medications — also known as blood thinners — to prevent blood clots and reduce your stroke risk, your doctor may refer you to Emerson’s Betty Winter Anticoagulation Management Center.

At our center, a dedicated team of experts, including specially trained nurses and pharmacists, provides comprehensive care to help you manage your medication safely and effectively. Our friendly administrative staff is available to help with insurance questions or financial concerns, so you can focus on your health with confidence.

Contact the Betty Winter Anticoagulation Center at 978-287-3286.

Our team ensures you receive personalized care and close monitoring of your therapy. You can count on us to:

• Provide ongoing assessments of your health and medication needs.
• Review your other medications to prevent drug interactions.
• Monitor your lab results to ensure safe and effective treatment.
• Adjust your medication dosage as needed.
• Answer any questions you may have, offering guidance and support every step of the way.

Common oral anticoagulant medications we manage include:

• Warfarin (Coumadin)
• Heparin
• Dabigatran (Pradaxa)
• Apixaban (Eliquis)
• Rivaroxaban (Xarelto)

Through our center, you may have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials that could pave the way for advancements in anticoagulation therapy, giving you access to potential new treatments.

The Betty Winter Anticoagulation Management Center was named in memory of Mrs. Betty Winter, thanks to a generous gift from Neil Rasmussen and Anna Winter Rasmussen, her daughter.

At Emerson Hospital, we are committed to providing exceptional care for patients managing anticoagulation therapy. Let us partner with you to ensure your health and peace of mind.