Institute Events
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2010 NEASC Peer Evaluation March 28, 2010
MGH Institute of Health Professions has completed an 18-month self-study review process in preparation for its review for continued accreditation by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, a division of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
The Self-Study Report is now available on the Institute Web site.
The second stage of the process – .... More
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Info Session: Medical Imaging March 16, 2010 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Our 18-month accelerated program in Medical Imaging is the quickest way to join one of health care's fastest-growing fields. Learn how you can become a Radiologic Technologist with an existing Bachelor's degree in another field, and no previous health care experience.
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite courses, and .... More
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Understanding Haiti: Before and After the Quake March 15, 2010 Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Please join nursing students Katie Seamon, Nixon Cornay, and Sigrid Bergenstein for a brief introduction to Haitian history and the effect of January's earthqueake. Leila Hepp will also discuss her experience as a volunteer nurse in the immediate aftermath of the disaster.
Light lunch and Haitian treats will be provided.
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Worlds Apart: Cultural Competence March 3, 2010 Noon to 12:50 p.m.
Worlds Apart: A Four-Part Series on Cross-Cultural Healthcare seeks to address cultural competence issues by documenting the experiences of diverse patients as they negotiate the US health care system.
The workshop on March 17 begins with the video "Mohammad's Story: Religion and Health Outcomes." Following the 15-minute presentation we will have an open dialogue among participants .... More
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Schwartz Center Educational Rounds February 24, 2010 Noon to 12:50 p.m.
Cultural Humility and Compassionate Care. How can you be compasionate when you are challenged by a patient with a different cultural background, leading to different behavioral expectations?
Please, join us as we reflect on our own values and beliefs about cultural differences and how they may play out in our interactions with patients.
The Kenneth B. Schwartz Center promotes pioneering .... More
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Info Session: DNP Program February 22, 2010 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
MGH Institute offers three tracks for Doctor of Nursing Practice: RN to DNP Post-Master's DNP Executive DNP
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the programs, application process, prerequisite courses and financial aid. If you are planning to attend and need special accommodations, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Sessions start promptly .... More
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Info Session: Accelerated BSN February 20, 2010 10:00 a.m. to noon
Discover how you can change your career - and your life - by becoming a Registered Nurse as a student in our 14-month Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite courses, and financial aid. If you are planning to attend and need special accommodations, please .... More
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Info Session: Medical Imaging February 17, 2010 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Our 18-month accelerated program in Medical Imaging is the quickest way to join one of health care's fastest-growing fields. Learn how you can become a Radiologic Technologist with an existing Bachelor's degree in another field, and no previous health care experience.
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite courses, and .... More
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Institute Closed for Presidents' Day February 15, 2010
In observance of Presidents' Day, no classes will be held, and all offices will be closed at the MGH Institute on Monday, February 15, 2010. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, February 16.
See Hours of Operations for details.
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Interdisciplinary Seminar with Dr. Carmen Vega-Barachowitz February 2, 2010 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Carmen Vega-Barachowitz, PhD, CCC-SLP will lead this interdisciplinary seminar on Providing Optimal Care for People with Disabilities: Will I Make a Difference ?
Dr. Vega-Barachowitz is the Director of the Department of Speech, Language and Swallowing Disorders and Reading Disabilities at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH); and a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Communication Sciences .... More
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CI Seminar by Dr. Michael Drues January 28, 2010 Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Michael L. Drues, PhD, is President of Vascular Sciences in Grafton, MA.
Vascular Sciences offers a full range of consulting services to medical device, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies including: prototype design, product development, testing and evaluation, animal and clinical trials, business development, strategic planning, technology assessment and regulatory affairs.
Dr. .... More
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CSD Presentation by Dr. John Locke January 27, 2010 6:00 to 9:30 p.m.
An opportunity for CSD alumni and preceptors to connect with speech-language pathology colleagues and obtain 0.2 CEUs at no cost.
A special presentation by Dr. John Locke, the first director of the Institute’s Communication Sciences and Disorders program. Dr. Locke, Professor of Linguistics, Lehman College, City University of New York, and the CUNY doctoral program, will present his latest .... More
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Annual Transgender Health Seminar January 13, 2010 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Nick Gorton, MD, an openly transgender physician, returns to expand on his immensely popular lectures of the last three years. Dr Gorton has a clinic in San Francisco focusing on transgender patients. He co-authored "Medical Therapy and Health Maintenance for Transgender Men: A Guide for Health Care Providers"; and consults regarding transgender issues for legal organizations including .... More
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Info Session Medical Imaging January 13, 2010 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Our 17-month accelerated program in Medical Imaging is the quickest way to join one of health care's fastest-growing fields. Learn how you can become a Radiologic Technologist with an existing Bachelor's degree in another field, and no previous health care experience.
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite courses, and .... More
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Physical Therapy Pinning Ceremony December 7, 2009 5:00 p.m.
At this year's annual Post-Professional Pinning Ceremony we honor the 18 international students who are in their first year of our Master of Physical Therapy program.
They will receive their white coats and pins from second-year students of the program.
Madhuri Kale '07 will be the alumni speaker. Madhuri's concentration for her Master's was Orthopaedic Physical Therapy.
This ceremony .... More
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Salvation Army Angel Tree December 4, 2009
The Staff Council Community Service Committee invites you to participate in our sponsorship of the Salvation Army Angel Tree Program ., now through December 4.
Program MissionTo help families in crisis enjoy a brighter holiday season. How it Works:
Participating organizations such as companies, schools, churches, etc. erect a tree (or display) in a secure, high-pedestrian .... More
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Info Session Medical Imaging December 2, 2009 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Our 17-month accelerated program in Medical Imaging is the quickest way to join one of health care's fastest-growing fields. Learn how you can become a Radiologic Technologist with an existing Bachelor's degree in another field, and no previous health care experience.
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite courses, and .... More
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Schwartz Center Educational Rounds November 23, 2009 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
What do you do when your patient/client asks you to pray with them? What do you think if they are waiting for a miracle to cure them? How do you respond if they refuse treatment because they believe suffering is a punishment for sin?
Please join us as we explore the role that faith and spirituality play in our interactions with patients.
The Kenneth B. Schwartz Center promotes pioneering .... More
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Food Drive Continues November 20, 2009
MGH Institute Annual Food Drive November 9-20.
Please join faculty, students and staff at the MGH Institute in collecting non-perishable food for the Harvest on Vine Street, the Catherine of Siena Parish Food Pantry.
All residents of Charlestown who are in need - regardless of race, religion or way of life - benefit from your contribution.
Preferred list of donations includes: cereal, .... More
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Brown Bag Lunch November 16, 2009 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
THe next installment of the MGH Police and Security safety series is Monday, November 16. This session's topic will be Identity Theft.
Please bring you lunches and join us for these casual yet important discussions. Beverage will be provided.
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Info Session Medical Imaging November 11, 2009 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Our 17-month accelerated program in Medical Imaging is the quickest way to join one of health care's fastest-growing fields. Learn how you can become a Radiologic Technologist with an existing Bachelor's degree in another field, and no previous health care experience. Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite courses, and financial .... More
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Info Sessions for Career Changers November 7, 2009 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Discover how you can change your career – and your life. With a bachelor's degree and no background in health care you can become a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), an Advanced Practice Nurse (MS-Nursing), a Speech-Language Pathologist (MS-SLP) or a Radiologic Technologist (RT).
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite .... More
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Scholarship Gala October 29, 2009 6:00pm Reception | 7:00pm Dinner and Program
View photos from the 2009 Scholarship Gala .
Valet parking at hotel ($26); or self-park at 100 Clarendon Garage ($10 after 5pm). Unlocking the Potential to Transform Care
The impact that MGH Institute alumni have in the lives of their patients, and the role they play in advancing their clinical disciplines is represented by the three alumni whose professional accomplishments .... More
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Info Session DNP Program October 27, 2009 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
MGH Institute offers three tracks for Doctor of Nursing Practice: RN to DNP Post-Master's DNP Executive DNP
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the programs, application process, prerequisite courses and financial aid. If you are planning to attend and need special accommodations, please don't hesitate to let us know.
Sessions start promptly .... More
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Schwartz Center Educational Rounds October 26, 2009 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
The Kenneth B. Schwartz Center promotes pioneering programs to educate, train and support caregivers in the art of compassionate health care.
These Educational Rounds at MGH Institute provide students with an opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue on important issues that advance a compassionate approach to patient care.
Participants will be invited to engage in self-reflection .... More
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Info Sessions for Career Changers October 17, 2009 10:00 a.m. to Noon
Discover how you can change your career – and your life. With a bachelor's degree and no background in health care you can become a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), an Advanced Practice Nurse (MS-Nursing), a Speech-Language Pathologist (MS-SLP) or a Radiologic Technologist (RT).
Faculty and staff members will be available to answer questions regarding the application process, prerequisite .... More
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Flu Shots On Campus October 5, 2009 8:30 a.m. - Noon; 2 - 5 p.m.
The fall semester is now in full swing, and the Academic Operations Committee is encouraging everyone throughout the Institute community to take precauations to prevent the potential spread of the seasonal flu virus and the H1N1 virus as well as provide you with helpful hints to protect yourself.
Here are some tips: Wash hands frequently and use hand sanitizer Wash with soap and water .... More
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25th Annual Ionta Forum September 24, 2009 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor Kathleen M. Gill-Body, DPT, MS, NCS, and Professor Emerita Mary Watkins, DPT, MS, CHT, will give the presentation Marjorie K. Ionta: Reflections on her Footprints to Past, Current and Future Physical Therapy Practice . This is the 25th annual Ionta Forum, which was founded in 1981 to honor Ms. Ionta. She was Chief Physical Therapist in Massachusetts General .... More
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Brown Bag Lunch September 22, 2009 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Rebecca Coburn, Satellite Operations Manager for MGH Police and Security, will talk about Public Safety on campus, and how you can take reasonable precautions to keep yourself safe of crime and violence. Bring your own lunch, and beverages will be provided.
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Town Hall September 8, 2009 12 Noon - 1 p.m.
Town Hall for the campus community, with update on the Institute's new strategic plan. More
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New Student Orientation September 1, 2009 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
A BBQ, program information sessions, and a Duck Tour are among the activities incoming students will participate in at the MGH Institute's annual orientation.
8:30: Check in
9:00: Welcoming Remarks
9:15: Institute Operations Overview
9:30: Strategies for Safety and Security
9:50: Student Support Services
10:30: An Introduction to Health Disparities in the U.S.; talk .... More