No Survival Benefit Seen Despite Increase in Prophylactic Mastectomy Rate
According to a new BWH study, there has been no evidence of a survival benefit for patients who undergo the surgical removal of a breast unaffected by cancer compared to patients who undergo the removal of part of the breast tissue but not the entire breast.
March 17, 2016
BWH Nurse Comes to Aid of Local Student on MBTA Bus
When clinical research nurse Michael McKenery, BSN, RN, stepped on the bus to go to work one morning last month, he didn’t realize he would end up coming to the aid of a local high school student onboard.
March 17, 2016
Cafeteria Closes for Construction, Alternate Dining Options Available
At the end of day on Friday, March 11, the BWH Cafeteria officially closed its doors for renovations, with a plan to reopen in fall 2016.
March 17, 2016
BWH Labs Celebrate National Histotechnology Day
On March 10, BWH labs recognized National Histotechnology Day and the role histotechnologists play in patient care and research.
March 17, 2016
Safety & Security: Ambulatory S.A.F.E. Approach
To build upon BWH’s inpatient S.A.F.E. Response program, ambulatory staff are working to adapt and implement the workplace safety program in BWH’s outpatient settings.
March 17, 2016
Boston Marathon 2016: Running for Trauma Research and Care
Researcher Giorgio Giatsidis, MD, of the Department of Surgery, is running this year’s Boston Marathon as a member of the BWH Stepping Strong Marathon Team.
March 17, 2016
In Memoriam: Robert F. Brach, PA-C, Department of Neurosurgery
BWH and the Department of Neurosurgery mourn the loss of Robert F. Brach, PA-C, who passed away suddenly earlier this month.
March 17, 2016
Bulletin Bullets
News about upcoming hospital events, campaigns and other timely information for employees
March 17, 2016