Morton Hospital & Medical Center is a 112-bed acute care hospital located in Taunton, Massachusetts. Founded in 1888, the hospital serves the Greater Taunton community and surrounding areas in southeastern Massachusetts. The facility is owned and operated by Steward Health Care System, which acquired it in 2011. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency care, surgery, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, and specialized care programs. Morton Hospital’s emergency department handles approximately 55,000 visits annually and is designated as a Primary Stroke Service provider by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Notable departments include the hospital’s Center for Wound Healing, Sleep Lab, and Pain Management Center. The facility also maintains several outpatient rehabilitation locations throughout the region. Morton Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and has received various quality and safety recognitions throughout its history. The hospital employs over 1,000 healthcare professionals and maintains affiliations with several medical schools for training programs. In recent years, Morton Hospital has undergone various facility upgrades and technological improvements, including the implementation of electronic health records and advanced imaging equipment to enhance patient care delivery.