Notes from Needham Enhancing the hospital's reach into the community
New MRI Unit
If you are already a MySite user, you must still sign up for the new, upgraded MySite to access your most up-to-date hospital health records from after October 1. Your records prior to October 1 will be archived and available at the previous portal at https://mysite.bidneedham.org.
In the fall, the Radiology department at BID–Needham will begin utilizing a new MRI scanner. This state-of-theart scanner allows for faster scan times and excellent imaging capability. The system has a larger opening and a shorter system design for a more pleasant and comfortable patient experience. “For claustrophobic patients, this MRI system provides them with more room so they feel less 'closed-in,“ says Bill Hallett, RTR, CT, director of Radiology. "In many cases, they can keep their heads outside of the system to look at our lighted ceiling mural which studies have shown helps to relax patients. We try to make this the best experience possible for our patients, especially in a stressful time.” Adding this second MRI system will give the Radiology department at BID–Needham greater flexibility and availability for patient scheduling. The team is part of the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Department of Radiology and Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians who specialize in neuroradiology, musculoskeletal and body imaging, using the same protocols as BIDMC to interpret imaging studies. To make an appointment, call 781-453-3044.
Anne G. Pinto, MD
Needham Primary Care Practice Welcomes Anne G. Pinto, MD
The hospital’s new Siemens Aera 1.5T MRI machine provides faster scan time and an overall improved patient experience. Improved Electronic Health Records Streamline Care To improve quality of care and communication, the three Beth Israel Deaconess community hospitals, BID–Needham, BID–Milton and BID–Plymouth, are implementing a new, combined MySite patient portal powered by a state-of-the-art electronic medical records system. The MySite patient portal is an online tool that keeps patients informed about laboratory and imaging results, access to online bill pay, medication information, documented allergies, your health summary and history of visits and discharge information after October 1, 2018. To find out more and to sign up, please visit https://mysite.bidh.org.
Beth Israel Deaconess HealthCare welcomes new primary care physician Dr. Anne G. Pinto to their Dedham Avenue practice in Needham. Dr. Pinto graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, and she completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Tufts Medical Center, Boston. Her clinical interests include chronic disease management, geriatrics and preventive care. Dr. Pinto values talking with her patients, hearing their stories and learning what matters to them: “I listen sincerely to my patients so that we nurture an authentic personal relationship that give us a sense of mutual purpose that no ‘best practice’ guideline or algorithm could ever hope to achieve.” To make a same-day or next-day appointment with Dr. Pinto, please call 781-449-1847.
Tracey A. Garcia, MD New Neurologist Joins Staff Tracey A. Garcia, MD, has joined the Department of Neurology at BID–Needham. Dr. Garcia graduated from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and is boardcertified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology. Her clinical interests include general neurology, EMGs, peripheral neuropathies, headache disorders, seizure disorders, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia and stroke. To make an appointment, please call 781-453-3696.
EVENTS Please join BID–Needham at these upcoming community events. Needham Harvest Fair Sunday, September 30, 12–4 pm Needham Town Center Stop by the hospital's purple tent to kick off the fall season. Let’s Talk Menopause Join Dr. Susan Lincoln for a physicianled discussion on menopause, including what to expect and how to stay healthy as your body changes. Wednesday, October 3, 7–8:15 pm Leventhal-Sidman JCC, 333 Nahanton Street, Newton Free and open to the community. RSVP to groupfit@jccgb.org.
Energy Boosting Nutrition BID–Needham dietitian Anna Perracchio, RD, LDN, will educate attendees on how you can use nutrition to have more energy throughout the day.
Keep on Moving: Fall Prevention Workshop Join BID–Needham physical therapist Karen Foulkrod to learn what steps to take to reduce your fall risk and keep yourself moving safely!
Lunch and Learn: Hearing Loss & Screening Please join Dr. Joshua Kessler for lunch and learn discussion on hearing loss. Audiologist Eve Adler, M.S. C.C.C.- A., will conduct free hearing screenings.
Tuesday, October 23, 6:30–8 pm Eliot Elementary School Performance Center, 135 Wellesley Avenue, Needham Free and open to the community. Register online through Needham Community Education at http://www.needham.k12.ma.us/ community_ed.
Tuesday, November 6, 1:30–2:30 pm The Center at the Heights, 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Free and open to the community. Register by calling 781-455-7555.
Monday, November 26, 12–3 pm Center at the Heights, 300 Hillside Avenue, Needham Lunch will be provided; registration is required by calling 781-455-7555.
Grand Opening of the New Outpatient Clinical Center Spring 2019, BID–Needham, 148 Chestnut Street, Needham Stay tuned for more information!
Drink Pink at Stacy's Juicebar For the entire month of October, Stacy’s Juicebar will be donating funds to BID–Needham in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For every Wellness Cocktail sold, $10 will go to the BreastCare Center, with a goal of $20,000.
20th Annual Gala, “Fly Me to the Moon” All funds raised will support the new Outpatient Clinical Center. Saturday, November 3, 6 pm–12 am Gillette Stadium, Foxborough. Learn more at bidneedham.org/gala.
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Stop by Stacy’s Juicebar at 1257 Highland Avenue, Needham to support breast care in your community. Learn more at bidneedham.org/breastcare. Visit www.bidneedham.org/events for more information.