Patriots' Day is a recognized hospital holiday at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). As an institution operating within Massachusetts, MGH observes the official state holiday, which falls on the third Monday of April each year. This recognition aligns with the holiday schedule of the broader Mass General Brigham healthcare system.
The observance of this holiday primarily affects administrative functions and outpatient services. Most outpatient clinics, ambulatory services, and hospital-based physician practices are closed or operate on a significantly reduced schedule. Administrative offices are also closed for the day. However, essential clinical services, including the Emergency Department, inpatient care units, and other critical 24/7 operations, remain fully functional to ensure continuous patient care. Staffing for these essential areas follows established holiday protocols.
For patients, this means that scheduled appointments at outpatient clinics on Patriots' Day are typically canceled or rescheduled, and they should confirm the operating status of any specific department or service in advance. For employees, the day is treated as a paid holiday, with specific compensation and scheduling policies for staff required to work in essential departments determined by MGH human resources guidelines and relevant collective bargaining agreements.
