… Reflecting on Juneteenth 2022 … discusses the changes that have come, and acknowledges there is so much more to do. This is the second time I am writing to the IHP community in celebration of … and significance of the holiday. And both times, I have been educated about how important this day is for recognizing the emancipation of slaves and the freedom … to bring national awareness to the importance of this day.  She launched “Opal’s Walk 2 DC” to drum up support to have Juneteenth recognized as a national holiday. …

… your background? I grew up in Kennebunkport, ME, but I live in Boston now. I moved to Boston to work for Spaulding Rehabilitation Network Ambulance Service, which has … after graduating, I still wanted to pursue a medical path to some degree which is how I decided to get my EMT certification. Before working at MGB, I worked as a ski … convenience worked very well for me rather than having to attend class in person on weeknights or have a more constant schedule in general. I appreciated the fact …

… 2024-2025 Cohort Topics Campus Culture Health Equity Every year, JEDI Fellows add to the work previous Fellows have done to advance equity at the MGH Institute by … Caresse Henderson and Sammy Freeman, School of Rehabilitation Sciences Dean’s Office Fellow HeeEun Jeon, Physician Assistant Fellow Christina Cepin, and Physical … about the clinical experiences both as a student and now as professionals and how they are applying JEDI principles into their current situations, which resonated …

… BRIEF: MGH Institute Voices Join National Conversation on Diversity and Equity in Higher Education … generations of students." Interacting with students from other schools also showed how the MGH Institute’s commitment to JEDI principles compared to other institutions.  “One thing that was really … generations of students." Interacting with students from other schools also showed how the MGH Institute’s commitment to JEDI principles compared to other …

… here at the MGH Institute – and all that I’ve been part of – and it reaffirms just how lucky I have been. Thanksgiving is a time many of us take stock of our lives of … my Dean of Nursing position at Penn State eight years ago, I knew the opportunity to lead at the nexus of healthcare and higher education would be something special, … that keeps on giving, and I thank you for that. As we reflect on our gifts, let’s keep in mind those who are experiencing stress, hopelessness, and loneliness this …

… The Challenge of Caring for Newborns During COVID-19 Think of how difficult it is for a new parent with their child in the neonatal intensive care … a PUI – person under investigation. A totally heartbreaking situation. That’s what Jennifer Duran has faced regularly since the pandemic began. Duran is a nurse … their newborn child right after delivery. “It’s emotionally hard but our job is to keep everyone safe,” Duran said, noting she was exhausted during the first several …

… school might begin their day with “push-in” services, where they go into a class to support students during various subjects. They might help students with language … and SLPs to be close collaborative partners and to make decisions together about how to support students in the educational setting. The SLP might also see individual … and parents to gather information, ensuring a holistic understanding of each child's needs. Collaboration with teachers and support staff is constant, ensuring a …

… questions and human-generated items in nursing There are few limits when it comes to Artificial Intelligence utilization; be it in smartphones, chatbots, social media … writing, AI is permeating most segments of society.  Add nursing education to AI’s next frontier, specifically practice questions for nursing’s National Council … impact nursing education, and the work by the trio fit the bill, as they looked at how well NCLEX practice questions crafted by AI would compare to NCLEX practice …

… Turning Your College Credits into a Bachelor’s Degree: Taking the Next Step in Your Healthcare Career … more, a bachelor’s in health science provides the skills and credentials necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry. Learn how to complete your bachelor’s degree and the benefits that degree will provide for … skills and credentials necessary to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry. Learn how to complete your bachelor’s degree and the benefits that degree will provide for …