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McCain and Fighting Cancer
I was so happy to see this Medscapearticle that considers the right/best thing to say to Senator John McCain or others who are dealing with a serious cancer diagnosis. Actually I think the suggestions apply to anyone with any kind of cancer diagnosis, but someone who is faced with almost certain death from the illness most surely would benefit for some kinds of support more than others.
Changing landscape of living with advanced cancer
An advanced cancer diagnosis means something different today than it did not so many years ago. Learn more about the changing landscape of cancer care here.
Finding reliable cancer information online
Getting trusted cancer information online is a crapshoot. Here are tips on how to use the Internet wisely to find those reliable cancer resources.
Understanding the Different Types of Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease in which the body is unable to properly use and store glucose, a form of sugar. Glucose backs up in the bloodstream and causes a person’s blood glucose level (sometimes called blood sugar level) to rise too high.
When Less Cancer Care is More
For years, the standard approach in treating a new Cancer is to have every possible treatment. BIDMC's Living with Cancer Blog wonders if the "Do-Everything" approach may be outmoded.
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Honors Nurses
BOSTON – As part of its annual National Nurses Week celebration, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) honored 41 nurses and a patient care technician with awards for excellence in practice, and granted more than $100,000 in scholarships in support of nursing education. Scholarships were awarded to 40 nurses who are furthering their education and to four additional staff members who are studying to become nurses. The honorees were recognized during a ceremony tonight at Fenway Park.National Nurses Week celebrates the dedication, professionalism and talents of nurses in delivering the highest level of compassionate care. Each year, BIDMC honors nurses who have made extraordinary contributions to patient care.“We are deeply proud of everything our nurses do to care for and support our patients and their families,” said Kevin Tabb, MD, President and CEO of BIDMC. “The gifted caregivers we celebrate this year as part of National Nurses Week are at the center of all we do, and I’m proud to have them as colleagues.”“At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, our nurses deliver exceptional, patient-centered care each and every day,” said Marsha Maurer, RN, Senior Vice President for Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer at BIDMC. “All year long, the
BIDMC and the Red Sox Celebrate Nurses’ Week
Lana Gavin, RN, is a mentor to other nurses, teaching safe nursing skills to improve care for patients with serious heart conditions. Get to know this all-star nurse outside the hospital.
Mindfulness and meditation resources
Daily meditation, nutrition and fitness may improve your overall mental and physical well-being. Here are some great meditation resources to get started.
Meet the Technology Ventures Office (TVO) Team
BIDMC's Technology Ventures Office team manages intellectual property & negotiates preclinical research & license agreements. Learn more about the TVO team.
Medical Student Education
BIDMC's Department of Medicine offers a Practice of Medicine clinical skills course for Harvard Medical students, medicine clerkships, and a subinternship.
Inflammatory Disease Referrals
BIDMC's Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease welcomes referrals. Learn more about working with our IBD team or call 617-754-8888 to refer a patient.
General Neurology
BIDMC’s General Neurology practice offers treatment for a wide range of neurological disorders, such as migraines and disorders of the eye. Learn what to expect from your visit and more.
Food Ingredients You Don't Need to Worry About
Reading food labels for gluten-free nutrition can be tricky unless the product is specifically labeled gluten-free. Learn more about ingredients to avoid.
Conditions Requiring Inpatient Occupational Therapy
BIDMC's Occupational Therapists treat patients with critical care, trauma, general medicine, neurologic, orthopedic, psychiatric, and vascular conditions.
Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Program
BIDMC's Advanced Heart Failure Program provides cardiovascular services such as diagnostic testing, medical and surgical treatments, and device implants.