Radiology • May 8, 2025
The RSNA Research & Education Foundation’s study sections have completed the reviews of the 2025 Grant applications, and we are proud to announce that Dr. Colin J. McCarthy’s application was among the top-ranked and approved for funding by the R&E Board of Trustees. Dr. McCarthy’s work, “Examining the Role for Virtual and Augmented Reality Anxiolysis During Image-Guided Procedures,” has been funded for $60,000 over one year. Congratulations, Dr. McCarthy!
News • May 6, 2025
The physicians of HMFP celebrate Nurses Week, as we honor the talent and dedication of BIDMC nurses, whose expertise makes a difference to patients every day. Click to learn more.
News • May 1, 2025
HMFP President and CEO Alexa B. Kimball, MD, MPH was recently included in this Forbes article featuring advice on how women leaders can build stronger networks. "At HMFP, we prioritize mentorship and community to uplift women, helping them not only succeed but lead in medicine. In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, fostering these connections and supporting women's career advancement is more crucial than ever," said Kimball. Click to read more.
News • April 28, 2025
Elliot L. Chaikof, MD, chair, Department of Surgery, is among 19 Harvard university faculty members elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences last week. The Academy, founded in 1780, is both an honorary society that recognizes and celebrates the excellence of its members, and an independent research center convening leaders from across disciplines, professions, and perspectives to address significant challenges. We congratulate, Dr. Chaikof.
Pathology • April 17, 2025
Gordon J. Freeman, PhD, Professor of Medicine at Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School, presents “B7 Family and Friends: Adventures in Tumor Immunology,” on June 5, 12-1 pm, at BIDMC, Sherman Auditorium, 330 Brookline Ave. Click for details.
Medicine • April 17, 2025
The Department of Medicine is delighted to share that Anita Vanka, MD, has been appointed Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency. An Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and a Hospitalist in the Division of General Medicine, Dr. Vanka is an exemplary and thoughtful educator with a wealth of experience who will continue to foster our residents to become future leaders in medicine.
