Conversations with MIT Medical

MedLinks- Stay Healthy at MIT

MIT — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 22:08:02 +0000

MedLinks are students like you. We serve as liaisons between undergraduate students and MIT Medical. We support the health and wellbeing of MIT students—both in their living groups and within the wider MIT community—one-on-one and through larger campus events. MedLinks can dispense first-aid supplies and over-the-counter (OTC) medications and can help you decide if you need to seek medical attention when you are sick or hurt.

In this segment of Conversations with MIT Medical, we are speaking with Greg Baker, Coordinator of MedLinks. Published in: MIT Medical

Provider Profile: Leigh Firn, MD

MIT — Tue, 18 Apr 2017 01:00:36 +0000

Listen in as we learn more about Leigh Firn, MD in this Conversations with MIT Medical provider profile. Published in: MIT Medical

Diversity and Race-Based Stress at MIT

MIT — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 21:47:24 +0000

On campus, MIT has started implementing a series of measures intended to further extend an atmosphere of respect and inclusiveness for all — and of greater mutual understanding among community members regardless of differences in ethnicity, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.

Listen as Cecil Webster, MD discusses race-based traumatic stress counseling available at MIT Medical. Published in: MIT Medical

Provider Profile: Cecil R. Webster Jr., MD

MIT — Thu, 09 Feb 2017 00:28:20 +0000

Listen in as we learn more about Cecil R. Webster Jr., MD. Published in: MIT Medical

MIT's MindHandHeart Initiative

MIT — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 23:22:40 +0000

The MindHandHeart Initiative is tapping into our passionate community spirit and innovative problem-solving skills to enhance mental health and overall well-being at MIT. Students, faculty, staff, and other experts are working together to launch promising new efforts that coordinate and improve support services and measure progress.

Listen in as Maryanne Kirkbride, MS explains that over time, MindHandHeart will help members of our community feel more comfortable asking for help when they need it; build a healthier, stronger, and more welcoming community; and ensure MIT is eliciting our best while giving us the tools and support to be our best. Published in: MIT Medical

Recognizing Alcohol Emergencies

MIT — Thu, 19 Jan 2017 01:32:41 +0000

Alcohol overdose can be a very serious and emergent situation. If left untreated, an alcohol overdose or what is referred to as alcohol poisoning can cause a person to choke or suffocate on their own vomit, or worse they are at risk for death.

Listen in as Shawn Ferullo and Don Camelio explain the importance of recognizing the warning signs of alcohol poisoning and when to call for help. Published in: MIT Medical

Marijuana Facts Explained

MIT — Thu, 19 Jan 2017 01:15:17 +0000

While marijuana use is not allowed on MIT Campus, the laws in Massachusetts have changed and it is possible that some people might experiment with this drug. Marijuana use by adults and possession (up to certain quantities) has been legalized for recreational use in Massachusetts.

Listen in as Shawn Ferullo and Don Camelio explain the medical and social implications of using marijuana and the policy at MIT regarding its use. Published in: MIT Medical

Peer Ears: MIT's Residence Based Mental Health Resource

MIT — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 01:08:32 +0000

Peer Ears are MIT students who are interested in emphasizing mental health resources on campus and are supporters in their communities. The goal of this campus wide living group focused organization is to create a more transparent and accessible atmosphere around asking for help.

Listen as Daniel Debowy, MD explains how this residential program differs from some of the other mental health resources on campus. Published in: MIT Medical

Get Fit Challenge 2017

MIT — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 20:21:19 +0000

The Get Fit at MIT challenge is a 12-week, team-oriented fitness challenge open to the entire MIT community.

Running from February through April, teams of five to eight people work hard to reach goals of minutes exercised.

Teams qualify for weekly prizes, but success is really gauged by lasting lifestyle changes measured by weight loss, improved eating habits, stress reduction, and more.

How can you GETFIT? Today we are speaking with Elizabeth Carbone, Senior Program Manager of Community Wellness at MIT Medical.

Click here for more information on the Get Fit Challenge. Published in: MIT Medical

Being an Engaged Patient

MIT — Sat, 24 Sep 2016 20:28:32 +0000

Patients want to make the most of each visit to their medical providers, but there are so many services offered and details to remember, it can be difficult to cover everything. Being prepared for appointments is a good start.

Keeping notes about symptoms and health questions that come up between appointments is an important part of being your own best health advocate and being an engaged patient.

Listen in as Cecilia Stuopis, MD, Medical Director at MIT Medical, discusses what you can do and what you should know going into an appointment to help you get the most out of your health care.

Published in: MIT Medical

Provider Profile: Michele David, MD

MIT — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 20:56:04 +0000

Members of the MIT Traditional Health Plan are required to select a MIT Medical primary care provider (PCP). And students are strongly urged to select a PCP at MIT Medical as well.

Our PCPs include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are specialists in internal medicine and family practice for adults, pediatricians for children, and specialists in adolescent medicine and family practice for young adults.

But how do you know which of our many providers is best for you? Today we are speaking with Michele David, MD, PCP. Published in: MIT Medical

Treating Adolescents and Teens At MIT

MIT — Sun, 18 Sep 2016 14:57:48 +0000

While teens under 18 are not yet legal adults, they have very different needs than younger children who are served by Pediatrics.

MIT students are considered adults, even if they are younger than 18. Legally, they are on their own when it comes to making medical decisions and navigating the health care system. But at what age does a teen’s medical record become private from his/her parents? Can they consult privately with caregivers about medical issues (e.g. birth control, sexuality) before this time?

Patrick Egan, MD is here to discuss these issues and talk about what accommodations are available for treating “near-adults” in a pediatrics setting? Published in: MIT Medical

Community Wellness Classes at MIT

MIT — Mon, 12 Sep 2016 22:21:50 +0000

Community Wellness is proud to offer a wide range of classes in a number of topic areas to help improve the quality of life for members of the MIT community.

Our classes are offered in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere with knowledgeable instructors. Classes are kept small and suitable for all levels of experience.

Listen in as Caitlyn McCourt, MS explains the type of classes that are offered through MIT's Community Wellness. Published in: MIT Medical

MIT Spouses and Partners Connect: Making It Easier To Build A Life

MIT — Sun, 11 Sep 2016 17:49:25 +0000

Did you come to MIT with your husband, wife, or significant other? MIT Spouses & Partners Connect can help you build a social network, learn a new language, and find the resources you need to build a life in the Boston area.

Through weekly meetings, interest groups, trips, and annual events, MIT Spouses & Partners Connect gives you opportunities to make new friends, build a social network, and practice speaking English in a low-pressure environment.

Listen in as Jennifer Recklet Tassi BA, Program Manager for International Families, discusses MIT Medicals MIT Spouses & Partners Connect program. Published in: MIT Medical

Birth Control Options at MIT Medical

MIT — Sun, 11 Sep 2016 17:21:38 +0000

Contraceptives and condoms can help protect you against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). MIT Medical offers a wide variety of contraceptive choices to meet the needs of your lifestyle.

MIT Medical also offers counselling and insurance options to help you make the right choices.

Marie Caggiano, MD is here to explain the options for students at MIT Medical when considering sexual activity. Published in: MIT Medical

Students Assessing Alcohol Dependency

MIT — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 21:15:54 +0000

The facilitation of communication about alcohol and other drug issues within the MIT community was a major initiative for the previous year.

CDSA programs created and implemented support initiatives for parents, including distribution of information on how to talk to their students about alcohol and other drugs.

In partnership with MIT Medical and the Dean for Student Life, the CDSA programs office has worked to coordinate and implement the BASICS program (Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students) for the second year at MIT.

Listen in as Simon Lejeune, MD discusses alcohol counseling at MIT. Published in: MIT Medical

MIT Medical Mental Health and Counseling Service's "Peer2Peer" Service

MIT — Wed, 17 Aug 2016 21:49:12 +0000

Peer2Peer is a group of trained student volunteers committed to providing online peer support to MIT students, who believe it is important for MIT students to have the opportunity to connect with supportive, non-judgmental peers who know first hand what being a student at MIT is really like.

Peer2Peer, an anonymous web-based peer support platform, launched late last month. The site allows users to chat with fellow students; the Institute launched the site as part of an ongoing effort to lower the barrier for seeking help with mental health issues. Peer2Peer was spearheaded by Berj Chilingirian '16 and two professionals at MIT Mental Health, Evan Waldheter and Rheinila Fernandes.

Listen in as Evan Waldheter, Psychologist, and Rhenila Fernandes, Psychiatrist, explain Peer2Peer and how it helps MIT students get the help and support they need. Published in: MIT Medical

The "Let's Chat" Service at MIT

MIT — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 20:14:38 +0000

Let’s Chat is a program that provides students with easy access to informal, free, confidential consultations with counselors from MIT Medical’s Mental Health & Counseling Service (MH&C). During your visit, a counselor will listen closely to your concerns and will provide support. If necessary, he or she can help with scheduling a follow-up in MH&C and/or help help you connect with other resources on campus.

The service is open to all MIT undergraduate and graduate students.

Listen in as Evan Waldheter, Ph.D. explains the "Let's Chat" service available at MIT. Published in: MIT Medical

Sports Medicine Clinics at MIT

MIT — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 21:22:37 +0000

The MIT Athletic Training Services unit is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare possible. The unit’s expertise focuses on the prevention, treatment, evaluation, rehabilitation, and emergency care for athletic related injuries and illnesses.

The AT staff work under the direction and supervision of the team physician, Dr. Shawn Ferullo, was well as in conjunction with other providers from MIT Medical.

Shawn M. Ferullo, MD is here to explain what services are available through the Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Service at MIT Medical, as well as some common preventable sport injuries and some basic tips for avoiding them. Published in: MIT Medical

The Student Extended Insurance Plan For MIT Students

MIT — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 18:36:32 +0000

The MIT Student Medical Plan, included with tuition, provides students with access to most services at MIT Medical at no additional charge. The MIT Student Extended Insurance Plan provides further coverage, including prescriptions, off-campus specialty care, and hospitalization.

For coverage beyond the MIT Student Medical Plan, nearly 70 percent of MIT students choose the MIT Student Extended Insurance Plan.

Sharon Casey, Health Plans Manager at MIT is here to explain the student extended insurance plan. She explains who's eligible, how to opt out, and limitations and exclusions. Published in: MIT Medical

Students with ADHD: Methods for Approaching Studies/Student Life

MIT — Mon, 09 May 2016 19:12:41 +0000

About 11 percent of school-age children in the United States have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

While many of these children eventually “outgrow” the disorder, some carry their difficulties into adulthood: About 10 million American adults are currently diagnosed with ADHD.

Diagnoses of student ADHD have risen dramatically in the past several years, with symptoms similar to those of childhood ADHD: a general inability to focus, reflected in difficulty completing tasks, listening to instructions, or remembering details.

Xiaolu Hsi, Ph.D., is here to explain what treatment or skill training options are available to MIT Students with ADHD. Published in: MIT Medical

Transgender Health Services at MIT Medical

MIT — Sun, 01 May 2016 18:31:39 +0000

MIT Medical is committed to providing comprehensive, supportive, personalized healthcare and information to individuals with diverse expressions of gender and sexuality.

We understand that gender identity exists within a broad spectrum and that transgender people and those with questions about gender identity may have unique needs that require experienced and supportive healthcare providers and services.

Colleen McDonald, M.S.N., is here to help you better understand the Transgender Health Services at MIT Medical. Published in: MIT Medical

Managing Type 2 Diabetes with Healthy Eating

MIT — Mon, 04 Apr 2016 18:54:10 +0000

How do MIT Medical patients use Nutrition services? What resources are available to those seeking nutrition consultations?

What role do nutrition and diet play in managing diabetes?

Switching to a healthier diet can clearly do a lot to improve one’s health, but it does require discipline and it can be easy to fall back on “comfort foods” that may not be very healthy.

Anna Jasonides, RD, LD, is here to explain the importance of good nutrition when managing your diabetes. Published in: MIT Medical

What You Need to Know About the Zika Virus

MIT — Sat, 19 Mar 2016 16:29:35 +0000

On February 1, the World Health Organization (WHO) took the rare step of declaring an international public health emergency in connection with the spread of the Zika virus in the Americas.

Over the last year, the mosquito-borne illness has become endemic throughout the Caribbean and in many parts of Latin America.

While infection with Zika normally results in symptoms the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)describes as “mild”—fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis being most common—the virus has been linked to birth defects, specifically microcephaly, and to Guillain-Barré syndrome, an illness in which the body’s own immune system attacks the nerves.

Listen in as Dr. Cecilia Stuopis and Dr. Howard Heller explain the Zika virus, what the MIT Medical community needs to know and what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones. Published in: MIT Medical

Introduction of the New Medical Director of MIT Medical

MIT — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 17:02:07 +0000

We'd like to introduce Cecilia Warpinski Stuopis, MD.

As director of MIT Medical, Stuopis will provide strategic and clinical leadership for MIT Medical, which serves an MIT community of over 20,000 students, faculty, staff, and retirees, as well as members of their families.

Listen in as we introduce Cecilia Warpinski Stuopis, MD.

Published in: MIT Medical

Prenatal Care at MIT Medical

MIT — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 19:04:57 +0000

MIT Medical obstetricians, gynecologists, and nurse practitioners and Mount Auburn Hospital physicians and certified nurse midwives work together to provide complete prenatal care, including pregnancy testing, birth planning, and health education, as well as necessary tests, support, and encouragement.

Physicians who specialize in maternal/fetal medicine are available for women who have special medical or genetic concerns or who face high-risk pregnancies.

Nicole Napier, MSM, is here to explain how MIT Medical will help you with all your prenatal concerns every step of the way.

Published in: MIT Medical

Meet Pediatrics-Information for Expectant Parents

MIT — Wed, 09 Sep 2015 17:16:50 +0000

Anticipating the birth of a child is exciting, but can leave new parents feeling bewildered and apprehensive.

Choosing the right pediatrician who will provide great care for both baby and parents is indispensable.

To help quell these fears and offer sound advice based on 20 years of experience, today we are speaking with Dr. Sara Neville, Staff Pediatrician at MIT Medical. Published in: MIT Medical

Primary Care Decisions

MIT — Thu, 28 May 2015 14:58:08 +0000

Primary care providers (PCPs) at MIT Medical include doctors and nurse practitioners who specialize in internal medicine, family practice, or adolescent medicine.

Sometimes referred to as “generalists,” PCP’s handle most of your healthcare needs.

The PCP you decide on will be your personal clinician—the one you’ll visit for most routine, non-urgent care and with whom you’ll discuss your health concerns and questions.

For new patients, choosing a PCP can be a daunting challenge, so how do you know which of our many capable providers best suit you?

Dr. Patrick Egan is here today to help you make the right decisions. Published in: MIT Medical

Breast Feeding Resources at MIT Medical

MIT — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 16:42:53 +0000

Breastfeeding your baby is natural and provides good nutrition as well as a special closeness.

It can be enjoyable for both you and your baby, but sometimes you may face some difficulties or need some coaching to manage the challenges of breastfeeding.

Perhaps you are ready to go back to work, but wonder how you can continue to breastfeed.

Pat Bartels, Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Coordinator of Pediatrics at MIT Medical is here today to offer some great suggestions to make breastfeeding more enjoyable. Published in: MIT Medical

First Visit to MIT Pediatrics

MIT — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 16:16:55 +0000

Looking for a pediatrician?

Wondering what services MIT Medical has to offer?

The joy and delight that children bring also raises lots of questions and concerns about their health and wellbeing.

MIT Medical’s Pediatric service wants you to be comfortable with, and confident in their services, and is well prepared to help you get the best care for your child.

Today we are speaking with Dr. Amy Zisa, Staff Pediatrician at MIT Medical to help you and your child get through that first visit. Published in: MIT Medical

MIT Eye Store

MIT — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 17:43:17 +0000

Located in the lower level of the Stratton Student Center, MIT Optical is a full-service optical store specializing in quality eyewear.

Open to all members of the MIT community, it offers hundreds of eyeglass frames to choose from, including specialty eyewear-all at discounted pricing.

They will even make minor adjustments or repairs free of charge-no appointment necessary.

We offer hundreds of eyeglass frames to choose from, including major brands, designer frames from all over the world, and frames under $100. We also offer a large selection of specialty eye wear for swimming, cycling, scuba diving, racquet sports, and other activities.

Listen as Roger Proulx, Senior Optician at MIT Optical, tells you all about the great bargains and amazing service you will get at the MIT Eye Store. Published in: MIT Medical

Mental Health and Counseling

MIT — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 16:28:29 +0000

MIT Medical’s Mental Health and Counseling Service offers confidential assistance to the entire MIT community.

Whether you are anxious about a personal concern or uneasy about a friend’s wellbeing, services are easily accessible.

To learn more about what’s involved, today we are talking with Drs. Evan Waldheter, staff psychologist, and Rheinila Fernandes, staff psychiatrist. Published in: MIT Medical

Understanding Urgent Care at MIT

MIT — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 23:45:22 +0000

Did you know that MIT Medical offers a walk in Urgent Care service?

Located on the first floor of Building E23, Urgent Care accepts patients from 7AM-11PM every day, with 24 hour assistance by phone after hours.

Jan Puibello, Nurse Coordinator of Urgent Care at MIT Medical, joins us today to talk a little bit about how the Urgent Care Service can support you. Published in: MIT Medical

The Getfit Challenge 2015

MIT — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 23:34:50 +0000

Nutrition at MIT

MIT — Mon, 09 Jun 2014 17:00:00 +0000

For many people, working with a registered dietitian can help them make smarter, more informed choices about their diet.

For patients who receive a referral to work with a registered dietitian, MIT Medical’s Anna Jasonides is available on campus for appointments.

Today we are speaking with Anna Jasonides to find out more about the help and guidance that a dietitian can provide. Published in: MIT Medical

Provider Profile: Allison Daly

MIT — Mon, 09 Jun 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Members of the MIT Traditional Health Plan are required to select a MIT Medical primary care provider (PCP). And students are strongly urged to select a PCP at MIT Medical as well.

Our PCPs include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are specialists in internal medicine and family practice for adults, pediatricians for children, and specialists in adolescent medicine and family practice for young adults.

But how do you know which of our many providers is best for you? Today we are speaking with Allison Daly, a nurse practitioner and PCP. Published in: MIT Medical

Provider Profile: Colleen McDonald

MIT — Mon, 02 Jun 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Members of the MIT Traditional Health Plan are required to select an MIT Medical primary care provider (PCP). And students are strongly urged to select a PCP at MIT Medical as well.

Our PCPs include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are specialists in internal medicine and family practice for adults, pediatricians for children, and specialists in adolescent medicine and family practice for young adults.

But how do you know which of our many providers is best for you? Today we are speaking with Colleen McDonald, a nurse practitioner and PCP. Published in: MIT Medical

Provider Profile: Jessica Senesi