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Study Results Offer Ability to Individualize Treatment Duration of Blood Thinning Drugs After Stent Procedure in Heart Arteries

In a recent study, BIDMC researchers identified how using DAPT scores may help in treating patients with cardiac blockage-associated stents. Read more.

Surgery after Weight Loss (Body Contouring)

BIDMC's surgeons offer Body Contouring (surgery after weight loss) to remove excess skin folds and fat to boost appearance, self-esteem, and quality of life.

Robotic "Simple" Prostatectomy for BPH

This procedure is usually done by a camera-assisted instrument through the penis (the so-called transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP). However, your prostate was very large, so the incision technique was deemed more effective and safer. Postoperatively, several tubes and drains were used to control any untoward bleeding or urinary leakage.

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Traveling and eating away from home can be difficult when you have a gluten-free diet. Make eating gluten-free eating easier on the road with tips from BIDMC.

Patient Saved by Series of Steps After Cardiac Arrest

Larry Wetzel, in good health, unexpectedly suffered cardiac arrest while driving. Learn more about his story, and his care at BIDMC.

Cerebral Cavernous Malformation Care

Top 5 Reasons for Emergency Room Visits

While no one wants to pay a visit to the emergency room, it may be the only place to get the advanced, critical care needed in the quickest amount of time. Jane DuFresne, Nurse Manager of the Emergency Department (ED) at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, says these are the top five reasons people visit the ED

Study finds more than 1 in 6 patients with peripheral arterial disease who undergo revascularization readmitted within 30 Days

 A study of nearly 62,000 hospitalizations nationwide has found that more than one in six patients with PAD who undergo revascularization procedures to restore blood flow to blocked leg arteries and other arteries outside of the heart are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days.

Study Finds Common Complication of Pacemakers Four Times Higher Than Previously Thought

BIDMC researchers find pacemakers experience common complication of lead-related vein obstructions four times higher than previously thought. Read more.

Beyond the BRCA Genes

Aromatase Inhibitors in Breast Cancer Treatment

Aromatase inhibitors are an important part of ER-positive breast cancer treatment for post-menopausal women. Learn more about AIs and their side effects.

Talking to Your Young Children about Your Cancer

Information for Students

Explore nursing student placements at BIDMC. Our training programs prepare you for a rewarding nursing career at our Magnet-designated medical center.

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Following the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) is mandatory for foods regulated by the FDA. Allergen labeling is voluntary for food products regulated by the USDA. You also may want to familiarize yourself with the other common or usual names for "wheat flour" that rarely may be used in the ingredients list of a USDA-regulated food product"

Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship Advanced Training

BIDMC’s Division of Cardiovascular Medicine offers advanced training in several disciplines to individuals who have completed general cardiovascular disease fellowships.

On the frontlines: Lessons in critical care nursing from the COVID-19 pandemic

BIDMC nurses share experiences from the first COVID-19 surge on expanding capacity and staffing to care for influx of critically-ill patients. Read more.