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What began as stomach pains became a life-threatening diagnosis — and then, a story of extraordinary resilience. After receiving groundbreaking care at BIDMC, including a living-donor liver transplant, Mary DeSalvo is cancer-free and dreaming of the future again. ![]()
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BOSTON (WHDH) - A Connecticut woman was suffering stomach pains when a colonoscopy revealed she had advanced colorectal cancer that had spread to her liver,<a class="excerpt-read-more" href="https://w... Ever wonder how much sleep you actually need? 💤 ![]()
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BIDMC's Tony Cunningham, MD, Director for the Center for Sleep and Cognition, says the magic number isn’t the same for everyone — and it might be less (or more!) than you think. Learn how to find your personal “sleep number” and why it could change the way you feel every day. ⬇️ ![]()
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You might need less sleep than you think, Boston doctor says
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A Boston sleep specialist says individual sleep needs vary widely and offers a simple two-week test to discover your personal "sleep number." 💙Team BIDMC Shines at the 2025 AHA Boston Heart Walk! 💙![]()
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BIDMC had a strong showing at this year’s American Heart Association Boston Heart Walk, celebrating our fifth straight win in the Industry Cup Hospital Challenge! The CABG Patch Kids, led by Dr. Louis Chu, were our top fundraisers, and Dr. Lars Stangenberg chaired Team BIDMC.![]()
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Among our walkers was Joe, who joined nearly four years after undergoing valve-sparing aortic surgery at the BIDMC Aortic Center. The aorta—the body’s largest artery—can form a dangerous aneurysm when weakened.![]()
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“It was a relief to take care of this health issue, and I’m grateful to the BIDMC team who guided me through it,” Joe said. “Dr. Khabbaz was a miracle maker—he spared, not replaced, my heart valve.”![]()
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Now healthy and thriving, Joe and his family walked alongside Drs. Brett Carroll and Kamal Khabbaz, celebrating heart health and hope. ❤️![]()
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Learn more about Joe’s story: www.bidmc.org/about-bidmc/wellness-insights/heart-health/2024/12/heart-surgery-repairs-potential-...
Today and every day, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation’s veterans. ![]()
From all of us at Beth Israel Lahey Health, thank you for your dedication and bravery. Happy Veterans Day.
Join us for our BILH Virtual Residency Recruitment event to learn about all of the pharmacy residencies within the Boston-area BILH System! ![]()
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🗓️: Tuesday, November 18th, 2PM-4PM![]()
📍: Virtual (Microsoft Teams, link to be sent after registering)![]()
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Learn more about the PGY-1 and PGY-2 programs at LHMC, BIDMC, Mount Auburn Hospital, and BILH System! ![]()
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To sign up, use the QR code or use the link below by November 12th ⤵️![]()
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The BIDMC Infusion Center at Mount Auburn Hospital has moved to a newly renovated space! This relocation reflects the ongoing collaboration between Mount Auburn Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center to expand access to high-quality, seamless care for our patients.![]()
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Still conveniently located at 330 Mount Auburn Street, the BIDMC Infusion Center is now on the fourth floor of the Wyman Building, just one floor above its previous location. We look forward to welcoming patients to our new space!![]()
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Our tiniest pumpkins have arrived! 🎃🍼 We’re so excited to welcome these adorable Halloween babies into the world. Wishing a happy and healthy first Halloween to all the little ones born this spooky season — and to the families celebrating their newest arrivals! ![]()
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Our Baby Sox made their Fenway Park debut on the big screen! Here are some of our Rookies of the Year from this season. ![]()
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Was your little one born at BIDMC? Tag @bidmchealth and use #babysox!👶🧦
How is social media affecting teens' brains? BIDMC's Director of Psychiatry Division John Torous, MD, talks with Boston 25 News about the impacts, adding his advice for parents. Check it out 👇 ![]()
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Effects of social media on teenagers
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Thank you to everyone at BIDMC! You suit up every day to keep us safe while paving the way for a COVID vaccine. I am so deeply grateful for your hard-working team and will continue to send appreciation and gratitude from Texas.
Thank you to everyone at BIDMC! You suit up every day to keep us safe while paving the way for a COVID vaccine. I am so deeply grateful for your hard-working team and will continue to send appreciation and gratitude from Texas.... Collapse
You really are my heroes! In this time of such uncertainty, you have done everything to be there for your patients like me. I am truly grateful.
You really are my heroes! In this time of such uncertainty, you have done everything to be there for your patients like me. I am truly grateful.... Collapse
Thank you for being a trusted source for care, information and support. BIDMC staff is Boston's finest.
Thank you for being a trusted source for care, information and support. BIDMC staff is Boston's finest.... Collapse
I am truly grateful for my remarkable medical team at BIDMC. During this pandemic you have all been in my thoughts and prayers in hopes that you are safe and well. I know firsthand your dedication, care, support, competence and compassion which you have given me over the past 4.5 years of very challenging health issues I have encountered, the latest being in February of this year when I received extraordinary care as an in patient. I don't know what I would have done without you. It is my pleasure to have contributed to your Vaccine Research Fund realizing the... Read more
I am truly grateful for my remarkable medical team at BIDMC. During this pandemic you have all been in my thoughts and prayers in hopes that you are safe and well. I know firsthand your dedication, care, support, competence and compassion which you have given me over the past 4.5 years of very challenging health issues I have encountered, the latest being in February of this year when I received extraordinary care as an in patient. I don't know what I would have done without you. It is my pleasure to have contributed to your Vaccine Research Fund realizing the importance of developing a successful vaccine to fight COVID-19. Thank you for your dedication in pursuit of the well being of all of us in your care.... Collapse
Thank you to our healthcare heroes!
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As we continue to provide extraordinary care to our patients, we are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support we have received from the community.
Please watch this message of thanks from Marsha Maurer, DNP, RN, Senior Vice President for Patient Care Services, Cynthia and Robert J. Lepofsky Chief Nursing Officer and Incident Commander for the COVID-19 response at BIDMC.