News & Updates
New DOM Promotional Video Released!
A new video explaining just some of the reasons why we are all proud to practice, discover, and learn at Boston Medical Center was recently released.
Appointments & Promotions – July & August ’20
Emeritus: Elihu Schimmel, MD Professor(s): Tamar Barlam, MD Clinical Associate Professor(s): David Tuck, MD Assistant Professor(s): Monica Ahluwalia, MD Andrew Berical, MD Ruben Dries, PhD Kari Gillmeyer, MD Elliott Hagedorn, PhD Darae Ko, MD, MSc Swetha Ramachandran, MD Research Assistant Professor(s): Saravanan Subramaniam, PhD Instructor(s): Alyssa Peterkin, MD Erica Saunders, MD Lorely Torres, NP Tram Tran, NP
WordPress Training in September & October
Wordpress Training Levels 1 & 2 have been announced for September and October. WordPress: Level 1 (Introduction) Learn the basics of WordPress in this introductory course, and the specifics of BU's WordPress installation. You will learn how to log into WordPress and navigate the editing and site-management tools, including adding images and... More
Administration SpotLight: Takiesha Brooks
"Takiesha is a highly valued member of our department. She has served as Administrative Coordinator for Nephrology, Coordinator of the Nephrology fellowship program and as Executive Assistant to the Vice-Chair for Research in the Department of Medicine. In all her roles, her diligence, spirit of cooperation and upbeat personality have... More
DOM Spotlight: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
In light of the recent events of the Black Lives Movement and most recently BU's Day of Collective Engagement, the Department of Medicine has made great efforts into improving their way of thinking when it comes to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. I "sat down" with Dr. Angelique Harris, Director of... More
Wilkins Boardroom Renovations COMPLETE!
The Wilkins Boardroom got a fancy, beautiful, and much needed upgrade over the last few months that will improve some functionality and enhances the overall look of the conference room. The new upgrades includes: New audio system New phone system for audio conferencing 6 new speakers located in the ceiling Handheld... More
BUMC Toastmasters Virtual Open House
BUMC Toastmasters Virtual Open House Overcome your fear of speaking in a friendly, supportive atmosphere! Learn to: Organize your thoughts • Think on your feet • Develop meeting skills • Build confidence • Increase your vocabulary • Practice leadership skills • Speak with clarity and fluency • Provide and receive feedback Thursday, September... More
Pride Month Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Dr. Carl Streed Jr., MD, MPH, FACP
Department of Medicine administrator Nellie Ferrara sits down with General Internal Medicine physician and Research Director for BMC's Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery for a discussion on LGBTQ health and inclusion in medicine. Q: Right now we’re witnessing the Black Lives Matter movement where inequality and injustices against African Americans are being brought to light and exposed. More
New DOM Awards Announced! – Deadline for Submission September 11
In addition to the eight awards that are given out on Evans Days, the Department of Medicine has announced the addition of two new Faculty Development and Diversity Awards (a faculty award and non-faculty diversity award) and an Administrative Award. The Faculty Development and Diversity Award is awarded to a Department... More
Session Recap from A Day of Collective Engagement
Opening Remarks and Opening Plenary "Until we each understand how an Africa-American student or a Latino staff member sees and experiences our actions and words, we will be forever on the outside of the cycle of racism that afflicts us. We must aspire to be the Boston University deserving of the... More