Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

06/05/2026

Nearly 150 primary care leaders gathered on May 1 for the inaugural Linde Innovation Conference, held in partnership with the BILH Primary Care Leadership Academy. Centered on the theme “Leading Everyday Innovation — Bringing Ideas to Life in Primary Care,” the event focused on building the leadership habits, collaboration, and creativity needed to drive innovation in everyday practice.

The conference featured keynote speaker Rushika Fernandopulle, MD, MPP, CEO of Liza Health and co-founder of Iora Health, along with interactive design-thinking workshops facilitated by ExperiencePoint, where participants explored creative problem-solving approaches to primary care challenges. The event also showcased innovative projects supported through the Linde Innovation Grants Program.

Thank you to all who attended, presented, and helped make this inaugural event such a success. We look forward to continuing to advance innovation in primary care together!

Learn more about programs offered through the Linde Family Institute for Primary Care.
https://research.bidmc.org/medicine-gme/linde-family-institute-primary-care

06/05/2026

A mammogram can detect breast cancer. Now, AI can help predict your future risk. 🎗️

At BIDMC, a new FDA-authorized tool uses AI alongside routine mammograms to uncover patterns the human eye can’t see—helping identify risk earlier and guide more personalized care.

Take the next step and learn your risk today 👇
https://bidmc.org/services/breast-health/screening-diagnosis/mammogram/ai-breast-cancer-risk-assessment

05/29/2026

🌡️ As temperatures rise around the world, so do concerns about the impact of extreme heat on pregnancy.

New research led by Blair Wylie, MD, MPH, Chair of the BIDMC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, found that humid heat exposure during pregnancy was associated with increased odds of preterm birth—but this elevated risk was not observed among participants who took low-dose aspirin early in pregnancy.

The study adds to a growing body of research exploring how climate-related health risks affect pregnant people and their babies, while identifying potential strategies that may help reduce those risks.

Learn more about the findings and what they could mean for maternal and newborn health:

BIDMC-led study finds low-dose aspirin may reduce risk of preterm birth in extreme heat, offering a low-cost way to help protect mothers and babies.

05/28/2026

We are grateful to receive a transformative grant from Dell Technologies that will significantly expand high-performance computing capabilities for research across Beth Israel Lahey Health. 🔬

This investment will help accelerate discovery, strengthen clinical research, and advance the development of new treatments—enabling our researchers to move faster from insight to impact and ultimately improve care for patients across our communities.

Read more about this exciting advancement ⤵️

BILH received a Dell grant to power a new high-performance computing cluster, accelerating research, AI innovation, and precision medicine discovery.

05/27/2026

The Boston Red Sox honored Ted Hong, MD, as a Medical All-Star!⭐

As Vice Chair of Integration and Operations in BIDMC’s Department of Radiation Oncology, Dr. Hong helps advance the department’s mission by fostering innovation, education, and research to enhance cancer care for patients.

Learn more about Dr. Hong with the link below⤵️
https://bidmc.org/news-stories/all-news-stories/stories/2026/05/medical-all-star-ted-hong

05/26/2026

We’re seeing exciting progress on the Dana-Farber Beth Israel Deaconess Cancer Collaboration! A wrap has gone up on the site of Dana-Farber’s Future Cancer Hospital that reads, "We're not just raising a building. We're raising the standard of cancer care for everyone."

Together, with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute we will deliver the future of cancer care.

05/26/2026

Can artificial intelligence help detect breast cancer risk before cancer develops?

A new WBUR article explores how AI-powered tools are helping identify patients at elevated risk for breast cancer—sometimes years before traditional methods would. As these technologies continue to evolve, leaders like Elizabeth Mittendorf, MD, PhD, MHCM, the Chief of Multidisciplinary Oncology at BIDMC, are helping advance research focused on earlier detection, personalized risk assessment, and more proactive approaches to care.

Read the story below to learn how AI is reshaping the future of breast cancer prevention and early detection. 💗

Researchers are studying a machine learning-powered warning system for breast cancer. It works by detecting subtle changes in a mammogram that humans can't spot, but could soon become cancer.

05/22/2026

GLP1 medications may offer benefits beyond blood sugar and weight management.

A new nationwide study led by researchers at found that people with type 2 diabetes taking GLP1 receptor agonists were significantly less likely to develop peptic ulcer disease compared to those not using these medications.

“Although these medications are not prescribed with ulcer prevention in mind, there is growing evidence that GLP1 receptor agonists may have broader biological effects,” said, Trisha Pasricha, MD, MPH, a gastroenterologist at BIDMC and senior author of the study.

Read more about the findings:

BIDMC-led study finds that adults with type 2 diabetes who use GLP1 drugs are less likely to develop peptic ulcer disease than those who do not use GLP1 drugs.

05/21/2026

Sneezing more than usual this spring? You’re not alone.

Trisha Ray, MD, an allergy and immunology specialist at BIDMC, shares how this year’s intense allergy season is affecting patients’ sleep, work, and ability to enjoy time outdoors. With pollen counts running high, even people without a history of severe allergies are feeling the impact. 🤧

Learn what’s behind the surge in symptoms — and tips that may help you get relief.

Pollen counts have been high and will continue for weeks. Symptoms include watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion.

05/21/2026

This May, we are proud to celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, honoring the enduring contributions of Jewish Americans to our society and to Beth Israel Lahey Health.

Our organization’s history is deeply connected to the Boston Jewish community, whose vision and leadership founded Beth Israel Hospital more than a century ago. They established a place guided by compassion and innovation—principles that continue to shape our mission and work today.