MIT - Conversations with MIT Health
Episodes
Does Fizzy Water "Count"?
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At MIT it seems that everyone has an emotional support water bottle. Campus is full of people toting their nalgenes, Stanleys, and Yetis — tracking ...
The Secrets of Sunscreen
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Office Hours with MIT Health, Dr. David Li, a dermatologist at MIT Health answers our questions about sunscreen.
How Do I Get The Fun Back In My Run?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We answer a question from a budding runner who is concerned about shin splints and over-pronation. Learn more about Shawn Ferullo, MD
STI Testing Made Easy: What Every MIT Student Should Know
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting tested for Sexually Transmitted Infections, or STIs, is easier than you think! In this episode, we sit down with Maura Rowley, Manager of Stud...
Healthcare Proxies 101
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who would make medical decisions for you if you couldn’t? In this episode of Conversations with MIT Health, Jessica Senesi, ANP-BC, and Lydia Barlow...
Nutrition Tips for Managing Hypertension or Diabetes
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Conversations with MIT Health” presents “Nutrition Tips for Managing Hypertension or Diabetes,” featuring Dr. David Podradchik, clinical phar...
The Importance of Colon Cancer Screening
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Conversations with MIT Health, we discuss the importance of colorectal cancer screening with Nicole Napier, Population Health Manag...
HPV and Cervical Cancer
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. There are over 40 types of HPV, 13 of which can lead c...
Occupational Health Service at MIT Health
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The team at MIT’s Occupational Health Service provides an overview of the unique work-related and environmental support that they offer MIT employee...
Eye Care at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Monisha Rajinikanth, OD provides us with an overview of Optometry services at MIT Health. She also talks about when you should plan to see an eye doct...
Allergy at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health offers a variety of treatments to support conditions related to allergies. Treatments include allergy shots, environmental changes, antihis...
Introducing Bay State Physical Therapy at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health patients now have access to physical therapy appointments -- on campus -- thanks to our new partnership with Bay State Physical Therapy. Sh...
Travel Health Clinic at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Travel Health is a unique clinical service and benefit for the MIT community. MIT Health’s Travel Nurse Advisor Program Manager Pauline Lee gives us...
Obstetrics and Gynecologic Care at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Shark, certified midwife provides us with an overview MIT Health’s Obstetrics and Gynecologic practice. In this episode, Jennifer talks abo...
Acupuncture at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Acupuncture is a form of alternative medicine used to treat chronic pain, as well as an array of other conditions. Abram Ojure, founder of New England...
Laboratory Services at MIT Health
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Pelletier, Medical Laboratory Manager walks us through how patients can utilize laboratory services at MIT Health, and the range of services ...
Urgent Care at MIT Health
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health’s Urgent Care service can provides same-day care for urgent but non-life-threatening emergencies, for students, employees, family members...
Pediatrics at MIT Health
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health offers care for even the youngest members of the MIT community. Pediatricians Rosemarie Roqué Gordon and Ed Levy join us to talk about ove...
LGBTQ+ Care at MIT Health
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that on average LGBTQ+ patients typically rate their healthcare experiences as less satisfying than individuals who do not identify as ...
Mammograms at MIT Health
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lead Mammo Technologist Rachel Winn walks us through what to expect as part of a mammogram at MIT Health.
Sports Medicine and Orthopedics at MIT Health
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Sports Medicine and Orthopedics practice at MIT Health provides an array of progressive treatment options for both athletes and non-athletic commu...
Getting Your Care at MIT Health
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health is accepting new patients. As annual employee open enrollment is happening, remember to sign up for an MIT-sponsored health insurance plan ...
The Benefits and Risks of Medical Testing; How do Doctors Decide Which Tests to Perform
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Medical testing is done to detect potential health conditions, and we know that early detection can reduce the risk of some serious health disorders a...
Well-Child Visits: Preparing for Pediatric Primary Care Visits
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During routine or “well-child” visits, your child's healthcare provider will check their growth and development in order to find or prevent proble...
Birth Control Options at MIT Health
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Contraceptives and condoms can help protect you against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). MIT Health offers a wide variety of birt...
Pills, Patches, Implants: What are the Options?
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are several forms of hormonal contraception available today, birth control pills, hormonal skin patches, implants, coils. They all affect hormon...
Emergency Contraception
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are several forms of hormonal contraception available today, birth control pills, hormonal skin patches, implants, and coils. They all affect ho...
Intrauterine Device (IUD)
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are several forms of hormonal contraception available today, birth control pills, hormonal skin patches, implants, and coils. They all affect ho...
Provider Profile: Meet Kamau Karanja, M.D.
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health Primary Care Providers (PCPs) include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are pediatricians for children, specialists in internal medi...
Sex and Anxiety
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Goldsmith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at MIT Health Student Mental Health Counseling Services and a certified sex educator. She is her...
Provider Profile: Meet Israel Molina, M.D
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health's Primary Care Providers (PCPs) include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are pediatricians for children, specialists in internal me...
Provider Profile: Meet Chukwueloka Obionwu, Jr., M.D
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health's Primary Care Providers (PCPs) include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are pediatricians for children, specialists in internal me...
Track it: Using Data for Self-Care
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us track our diet, exercise, and sleep patterns, but what other data should we consider as we manage our health and wellness? How often are we...
Provider Profile: Meet Rosemarie Roqué Gordon
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health's Primary Care Providers (PCPs) include physicians and nurse practitioners. They are pediatricians for children, specialists in internal me...
Mindfulness Revisited
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Marks discusses mindfulness, stress reduction, and self care.
CBT Strategies to Reduce Stress and Anxiety
10 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Maryam Khodadoust discusses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies to reduce stress and anxiety.
Midwifery at MIT Health
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Shark discusses Midwifery at MIT Health.
Provider Profile: Melissa Mackel
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Mackel discusses her career path and what let her to become a primary care provider at MIT.
Stress Management During COVID-19 Crisis
15 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health Psychologist Dr. Xiaolu Hsi discusses ways to reach outfor support as we self-isolateduring the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of sleep...
Black Mental Health Matters
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Leslie Langston, LICSW, discusses mental health and treatment for people of color.
Mindfulness and Self-Care for MIT Students
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Marks, MSW, discusses mindfulness and self-care.
Provider Profile: Meet Allison Sherwood
15 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Members of the MIT Traditional Health Plan are required to select an MIT Health primary care provider (PCP). And, students are strongly urged to selec...
Antidepressants - FAQs
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Van Niel, MD, covers FAQs surrounding the use of antidepressants, including alternate treatments, medication interactions, and how long one sh...
Culture and Stress Management
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Xiaolu Hsi explains the difference between good and bad stress, cultural differences in managing stress, self-help techniques, and the different s...
Student Mental Health and Counseling Services
01 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Mental Health and Counseling Service can help students who are experiencing symptoms of stress or depression, dealing with sleep difficulties or r...
MedLinks- Stay Healthy at MIT
19 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
MedLinks are students like you. We serve as liaisons between undergraduate students and MIT Health. We support the health and wellbeing of MIT student...
Recognizing Alcohol Emergencies
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Alcohol overdose can be a very serious and emergent situation. If left untreated, an alcohol overdose or what is referred to as alcohol poisoning can ...
Marijuana Facts Explained
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
While marijuana use is not allowed on MIT Campus, the laws in Massachusetts have changed and it is possible that some people might experiment with thi...
Being an Engaged Patient
24 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Patients want to make the most of each visit to their medical providers, but there are so many services offered and details to remember, it can be dif...
MIT Spouses and Partners Connect: Making It Easier To Build A Life
11 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Did you come to MIT with your husband, wife, or significant other? MIT Spouses & Partners Connect can help you build a social network, learn a new...
Sports Medicine Clinics at MIT
15 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The MIT Athletic Training Services unit is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare possible. The unit’s expertise focuses on the preve...
Students with ADHD: Methods for Approaching Studies/Student Life
09 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
About 11 percent of school-age children in the United States have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While many of t...
Transgender Health Services at MIT Medical
01 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health is committed to providing comprehensive, supportive, personalized healthcare and information to individuals with diverse expressions of gen...
Prenatal Care at MIT Health
02 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
MIT Health obstetricians, gynecologists, and nurse practitioners and Mount Auburn Hospital physicians and certified nurse midwives work together to pr...
MedLinks
17 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
MedLinks is a residence-based peer health advocacy program sponsored by Community Wellness at MIT Medical. Trained student volunteers encourage relati...
Provider Profile: Colleen McDonald
02 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Members of the MIT Traditional Health Plan are required to select an MIT Health primary care provider (PCP). And students are strongly urged to select...
Understanding the Role of Nurse Practitioners in Your Care
17 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Members of the MIT Traditional Health Plan are required to choose an MIT Health primary care provider (PCP). And students are strongly urged to select...
How to Get Enough Sleep at MIT
17 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Studies suggest that adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep a night. But the realities of life at MIT often make that number a seemingly im...