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Experts offer tips against computer and identity theft

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:11:45 +0000

As protection against the growing problem of identity theft, members of the BU Medical Center community are urged to store notebook computers safely and securely when not in use[More]

Symposium addresses new techniques, treatments for GI disorders

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:09:07 +0000

New technologies and techniques in the comprehensive treatment of gastrointestinal disorders was the focus of BUSM’s 22nd Annual Smithwick Symposium…More

“WEIGHT TRAINING” MUSCLES SHOWN TO REDUCE FAT & IMPROVE METABOLISM IN OBESE MICE

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:06:33 +0000

Researchers from the Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) have demonstrated that in mice, the use of barbells may be as important to losing weight and improving health as the use of running shoes[More]

RESEARCHERS FIND THAT DISABILITY DOES NOT NECESSARILY FOLLOW DISEASE IN LIVING TO EXCEPTIONAL OLD AGE

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:00:08 +0000

Researchers from Boston Medical Center’s (BMC) New England Centenarian Study report that for a substantial proportion of their centenarian subjects, avoiding age-related diseases[More]

New Provost of the Boston University Medical Campus and Dean of the School of Medicine

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Thu, 17 Feb 2005 16:37:02 +0000

Dr. Aram Chobanian, president ad interim, announced on February 15th that Dr. Karen H. Antman has been named provost of the Boston University Medical Campus and dean of the School of Medicine. Click here for more details.

Introduction to Community of Science

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Wed, 05 May 1999 04:00:00 +0000

Special introductory offer: to encourage faculty members to take advantage of BUSM’s participation in the Community of Science, terminals will be set up on the 14th floor to permit faculty members to learn how to enter their biographical information on this international service. A number of work stations will be set up prior to (2:30 to 3:30) and immediately after the faculty meeting (4:30 to 5:00) on May 12. For more information, contact Lyndianne Joseph at 638-5348.

New Clinical Faculty at BUMC and BMC

Niall Tone Kavanagh — Fri, 18 Dec 1998 04:00:00 +0000

We are pleased to announce the successful recruitment efforts by James M. Becker, MD, surgeon-in-chief, Boston Medical Center and chair of Surgery, Boston University School of Medicine, of four new surgeons. Drs. R. Armour Forse, Timothy Babineau, Stephen Sentovich, and Peter Burke will join Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Medicine, effective March 1, 1999. All four doctors, who enjoy outstanding reputations, come from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, and bring a wealth of clinical, teaching and research experience. Dr. R. Armour Forse received both his M.D. and his Ph.D. from McGill University in Montreal. He completed his internship and residency at Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal, serving as chief resident in surgery. He was a research fellow and Ph.D. candidate in experimental surgery at McGill and a research fellow in surgical metabolism at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York. Dr. Forse was appointed associate professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School in 1992. He specializes in the surgical treatment of morbid obesity and gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Timothy Babineau, who specializes in digestive disorders and minimal access surgery, received his M.D. from the University of Massachusetts. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at the New England Deaconess Hospital, where he also served as a fellow in surgical nutrition and metabolism. Dr. Babineau became an assistant professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School in 1995 and also served on the active staff of New England Baptist Hospital and as chief of surgery at Vencor Hospital in Brighton. Dr. Stephen Sentovich received his M.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine. He received his internship and residency at the University of California Program in General Surgery, Irvine Medical Center, where he was also chief resident in surgery. He became an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School in 1994 and specializes in digestive disorders. His major research interests include anorectal physiology, pelvic floor disorders, and outcome/quality of life issues. Dr. Peter Burke received his M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency at the New England Deaconess Hospital, serving as chief resident in surgery. He became an assistant professor of surgery at Harvard Medical School in 1995 and specializes in trauma surgery and critical care. Dr. Burke s research interests include gene regulation in injury and molecular, metabolic and immunological responses in sepsis and injury. We look forward to the arrival of Drs. Forse, Babineau, Sentovich, and Burke to Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Medicine. Sincerely, Aram V. Chobanian, MD Provost, Boston University Medical Campus Dean, Boston University School of Medicine Elaine Ullian, President and Chief Executive Officer Boston Medical Center