Hello, and welcome to Your BMC.
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You are an important part of our community, and we are here to help you be your healthiest self. This newsletter features important information about services and programs, tips for healthy living, stories from around BMC, and more.
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We strive to celebrate women every day at BMC and make women's equality a priority across the hospital. In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, which was on March 8, some of our women leaders share how we embrace equity at BMC.
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We strive to celebrate women every day at BMC and make women's equality a priority across the hospital. In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, which was on March 8, some of our women leaders share how we embrace equity at BMC.
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Did you know that an estimated 200 new cases of multiple sclerosis (MS) are diagnosed each week in the United States? For MS Awareness Month, we’d like to tell you more about our MS Center.
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BMC’s MS Center is an accredited Center for Comprehensive MS Care through the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's Partners in MS Care program. Our team of MS experts is committed to helping people with MS live their best possible lives by delivering personalized care that addresses a patient’s holistic needs.
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On April 15, 2013, Frederick Powell, MD, then a resident at BMC, had his experience put to the test in ways that few residents could fathom — responding to the Boston Marathon bombing. Two years later, Powell was not feeling well and soon found himself in the BMC emergency room, having a heart attack at just 33 years old.
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“It’s because of the excellent care that I received at BMC that I’m still here today.”
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Driven by his experience as a BMC resident responding to the 2013
Boston Marathon bombing and by the care he received as a BMC patient, Frederick Powell, MD, is set to tackle the 2023 Boston Marathon with Team BMC.
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On April 15, 2013, Frederick Powell, MD, then a resident at BMC, had his experience put to the test in ways that few residents could fathom — responding to the Boston Marathon bombing. Two years later, Powell was not feeling well and soon found himself in the BMC emergency room, having a heart attack at just 33 years old.
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“It’s because of the excellent care that I received at BMC that I’m still here today.”
Driven by his experience as a BMC resident responding to the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing and by the care he received as a BMC patient, Frederick Powell, MD, is set to tackle the 2023 Boston Marathon with Team BMC.
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We want you to know about more clinic moves and openings happening as a part of our continued campus redesign project.
Crosstown Pharmacy – April 2, a new pharmacy will open in the Crosstown building.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) and Dental Clinic – In April, the clinic will be relocated from the Yawkey Center to the 6th floor of the Shapiro building.
Pediatrics Clinic – Late April, the clinic will be relocated from the Yawkey Center and Shapiro building to the 7th floor of the Crosstown building.
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Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy – Late April, these clinics will move to a new space in the South Bay Center, along with some exciting new services. More details to come.
The COVID Vaccine Clinic that was located in our Shapiro lobby is now closed. Please call your primary care provider to get a COVID-19 vaccine or visit mass.gov.
Stay up-to-date on all campus redesign information by using the link below.
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MassHealth members need to renew their health insurance.
Act now. Stay covered. |
It’s important to have health insurance at all times, so that your medical appointments, prescriptions, and lab tests are covered. Every year, people who are covered by MassHealth need to renew their health insurance to keep their no-cost coverage.
You will get a notice from MassHealth when it’s time to renew, but here’s what you can do now:
Update your contact information: Make sure MassHealth has the right address, phone number, and email address.
Update your personal information: Tell MassHealth about any changes in your household, like a new job, changes to your income or disability status, and pregnancy.
You can update your information and report changes using your MA Login Account at www.mahix.org/individual.
Don’t have an account? If you are under 65 years old, visit mass.gov/masshealthlogin.
If you have any questions, you can contact MassHealth Customer Service at 800-841-2900.
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Awards |
CMOs to Know – Congratulations to BMC Chief Medical Officer (CMO) David McAneny, MD, for being named to the 110 Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know by Becker’s Hospital Review. The executives featured on this list were chosen for how they play a crucial role in directing their organization's forward momentum while continuing to serve their patients and communities. Under his leadership, BMC has made significant strides in quality and clinical excellence, and we are proud to have him on our team! See the full list here.
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BMC Counted Among Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospitals” – "The world's best hospitals consistently attract the best people and provide the best outcomes for patients as well as the most important new therapies & research." Our top priority will always be providing exceptional care to our patients, and we are proud to be included in Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals 2023 list. See all the rankings here.
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BMC Named Among Becker's Hospital Review "Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare" – This list is meant to call attention to hospitals, health systems, and health care companies that invest in their employees' wellbeing, satisfaction, and fulfillment. See the list here.
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The month in review at BMC:
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National Kidney Month
Did you know that your kidneys regulate your blood pressure? BMC's Dr. Sheward shares some kidney
facts in honor of National Kidney Month and World Kidney Day. Watch the video here.
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National Nutrition Month
To celebrate National Nutrition Month, our Teaching Kitchen is sharing plant-based recipes that are easy to make and simply delicious. Get the recipe for an apple walnut salad here.
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Café Eats: Lunchtime Cooking Demo
When: Monday, March 27, 12 p.m. & 12:30 p.m.
Where: The Teaching Kitchen at BMC, Yawkey 2
Join us for a
collaboration between Morrison Healthcare and the Teaching Kitchen to learn to make egg roll in a bowl, a plant-forward dish. No registration required.
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BMC Onsite Job Fair
When: Monday, April 3, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Where: FGH Building, 820 Harrison Avenue
You will get to meet and interview with the hiring managers and recruiters looking for:
To learn more and reserve your spot, visit us here.
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Ramadan Cooking Demo: Suhoor (Meal Before Dawn)
When: Monday, April 3, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: The Teaching Kitchen at BMC, Yawkey 2
In this
class, you will learn from a culinary educator and Ramadan observer how to make tahini maple sweet potato pancakes and blueberry walnut overnight oats with dates. Register here.
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Ramadan Cooking Demo: Iftar (Breaking the Fast)
When: Monday, April 10, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Virtual on Zoom
The BMC Teaching Kitchen presents
instruction for a main course that is easy to make and is a perfect choice for Iftar: the lamb kabsa. Register here.
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Boston Marathon 2023
When: Monday, April 17, 2023
Where: Hopkinton to Boston
Join Team BMC for the historic Boston Marathon®. Each year, Boston Medical Center is proud to have a dedicated team of runners making their miles even more meaningful by fundraising in support of our patients and their families.
Learn more about our team or donate to support them here.
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Don't forget: If your insurance coverage has changed for 2023, you can update it in your MyChart account. You can
also use MyChart to schedule your annual checkup or send your doctor non-urgent medical questions. Create your account or sign in today!
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