Alan T Kono, MD

(on washington street)
Doctors in Boston, MA
Doctors

Location

800 Washington Street
Boston, MA
02111

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Tufts Medical Center is an exceptional, not-for-profit, 415-bed academic medical center that is home to both a full-service hospital for adults and Floating Hospital for Children. Conveniently located in downtown Boston, the Medical Center is the principal teaching hospital for Tufts University School of Medicine. Floating Hospital for Children is the full-service children's hospital of Tufts Medical Center and the principal pediatric teaching hospital of Tufts University School of Medicine. Tufts Medical Center is affiliated with the New England Quality Care Alliance, a network of more than 1,800 physicians throughout Eastern Massachusetts.

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Patients wait at the pharmacy window beneath the Good Samaritan wood carving, the symbol of the Boston Dispensary, circa 1914. #TBT
From a grim COVID-19 milestone and increasing infections in Europe to low positive percentages in Massachusetts and rising numbers of cases in young people, Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, touched on it all during her weekly WCVB Channel 5 Boston interview. WCVB.COM Tufts doctor on COVID-19 milestone, Massachusetts trends
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, discussed the dangers of parties and other large gatherings during the pandemic on yesterday's Radio Boston show on WBUR 90.9 FM. Listen to the show: https://wbur.fm/3hXnSjF
Infectious Disease Physician Brian Chow, MD, discusses the signs of a weakened immune system and provides recommendations on how to keep it healthy and strong. Read the article: https://bit.ly/2G4kuWW
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains why a COVID-19 vaccine will not immediately return life back to normal. COMMONWEALTHMAGAZINE.ORG COVID-19 vaccine unlikely to be a silver bullet - CommonWealth Magazine
We know that healthy employees are happy employees. At Tufts Medical Center, we provide employees a comprehensive health and well-being benefits package. Including a fitness center reimbursement that may be used towards memberships at Planet Fitness, Equinox, YMCA, and more! Find your fit at Tufts MC. #ThisIsTuftsMC JOBS.TUFTSMEDICALCENTER.ORG Careers at Tufts Medical Center
Congratulations to Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician and Director of Perinatal Research Michael House, MD, on his recent grand prize award from the Massachusetts Medical Device Development Center & Biotech Incubator (M2D2) to develop and test a medical device to prevent cervical insufficiency and preterm birth. TUFTSMEDICALCENTER.ORG Dr. Michael House Receives Grand Prize for Novel Device to Prevent Preterm Birth | Tufts Medical Center
We’re celebrating Fuel the Care with Irving Oil. Together, we’re helping with the cost of travel for families receiving medical care for their child at Tufts Children's Hospital. Be sure to visit the Fuel the Care Pump at The Irving in Pembroke, MA where four cents from every gallon purchased is donated to Tufts Children’s Hospital! By being a customer, you support Fuel the Care and give our families a lift when they need it most. Learn more: https://www.irvingoil.com/en-CA/discover-irving/fuel-the-care Fuel the Care | Irving Oil Together, we care Since 2002, we’ve helped bridge the distance for families travelling between home and hospital. Learn more Providing fuel gift cards to families in need of a lift How you make a difference Our partner hospitals Fuel the Care Pump Get to know our program By providing fuel gift car... Fuel the Care | Irving Oil Together, we care Since 2002, we’ve helped bridge the distance for families travelling between home and hospital. Learn more Providing fuel gift cards to families in need of a lift How you make a difference Our partner hospitals Fuel the Care Pump Get to know our program By providing fuel gift car... Fuel the Care | Irving Oil Together, we care Since 2002, we’ve helped bridge the distance for families travelling between home and hospital. Learn more Providing fuel gift cards to families in need of a lift How you make a difference Our partner hospitals Fuel the Care Pump Get to know our program By providing fuel gift car... Fuel the Care | Irving Oil Together, we care Since 2002, we’ve helped bridge the distance for families travelling between home and hospital. Learn more Providing fuel gift cards to families in need of a lift How you make a difference Our partner hospitals Fuel the Care Pump Get to know our program By providing fuel gift car... Fuel the Care | Irving Oil Together, we care Since 2002, we’ve helped bridge the distance for families travelling between home and hospital. Learn more Providing fuel gift cards to families in need of a lift How you make a difference Our partner hospitals Fuel the Care Pump Get to know our program By providing fuel gift car... See more at irvingoil.com
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains the role of "super spreaders" and clusters in driving the pandemic. BOSTON25NEWS.COM COVID-19 clusters threaten reopening plans in Merrimack Valley
Laboratory technicians work in the Clinical Pathology laboratory, circa 1940. #TBT
Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, discussed the side effects of COVID-19 treatments and how the virus progresses in people with symptoms. WCVB.COM Tufts doctor on side effects of COVID-19 treatments
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, weighs in on the NFL's decision to allow the Patriots to play their game earlier this week, after Quarterback Cam Newton tested positive for COVID-19. BOSTON.CBSLOCAL.COM Dr. Myron Rolle: 'A Bubble Would Have Been A Better Idea' For NFL
New guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommend that colorectal cancer screenings begin at age 45 - 5 years earlier than current recommendations. Interim Chief Scientific Officer John Wong, MD, explains the reasons for the change. NBCNEWS.COM Colon cancer screening should start at 45, panel recommends
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, covered a variety of topics - from the increase in coronavirus cases in Massachusetts and the role of social gatherings in spreading the virus, to coronavirus in wastewater and shortages of critical drugs as a result of the pandemic - in her weekly appearance on WCVB Channel 5 Boston. WCVB.COM Tufts doctor on why rising COVID-19 levels in wastewater is concerning
Chief of the Division of Cardiology James Udelson, MD and Co-Director of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center Ethan Rowin, MD, co-authored a JAMA Cardiology editorial with University of Virginia Men's Basketball Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Michael Curtis, on when athletes can safety return to playing sports after being diagnosed with COVID-19. Read the editorial: https://bit.ly/3mnmbyL
Few health care professions are evolving as rapidly as nursing, so Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Patient Experience Officer Terry Hudson-Jinks, MSN, RN, joined nursing executives from around the country in offering thoughts on the future of nursing over the next 5 years. Read her predictions: https://bit.ly/2Tozumb
The decision whether to travel and gather together with family during the pandemic is a complicated one. As Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains, "there's no one-size-fits-all answer." BOSTONGLOBE.COM Drive? Fly? Stay home? The hard decisions behind pandemic holiday gatherings - The Boston Globe
COVID-19 "clusters" are to blame for many coronavirus outbreaks in towns and cities across Massachusetts. Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains why youth sports may be part of the problem. BOSTON25NEWS.COM Town of Dedham warns youth sports are contributing to COVID-19 spread
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains the "swiss cheese" model of infection control in this story in The Boston Globe about people who don't know how they contracted COVID-19. BOSTONGLOBE.COM What does it mean when you have COVID-19, but you don’t know how you contracted it? - The Boston Globe
As of 1pm today, we will no longer be accepting walk-ins for COVID-19 testing for the day. Tomorrow, Wednesday November 25, our COVID-19 walk-in testing will close at 11am. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Mark your calendars for Giving Tuesday next week! This global day of giving and unity on Tuesday, December 1 is an opportunity to give back and show your support – when you make a gift to Tufts MC and Tufts Children’s, you are making a difference in the lives of our patients and families. #GiveTuftsMC Can’t wait until next week? Make your gift today to be processed on #GivingTuesday! GIVING.TUFTSMEDICALCENTER.ORG Donate to Tufts MC and Tufts Children's on Giving Tuesday, December 1!
Chief of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, joined colleagues from across Massachusetts in urging people to avoid traveling and attending large indoor gatherings this Thanksgiving. https://bit.ly/3fvtJgB
#WeAreHiring! Live chat with our recruitment team today, Nov. 24, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm EST to learn about career opportunities at Tufts MC. Log on here: https://bit.ly/3mQer8M #CareersAtTuftsMC #TuftsMCTalkTuesdays
As the days grow shorter and the news continues to be challenging, it’s more important than ever to take care of ourselves and each other. Our new Mindful Mondays Wellness Tip of the Week series invites you to take a break. This week's wellness tip comes from Chaplain, Allison Jablonsky. She offers a meditation to Awaken Gratitude over the Thanksgiving holiday or anytime you need it.
Yesterday was a day that Director of Emergency Management Nick Duncan will not soon forget. He was one of 76 lucky health care workers to fly to Tampa on the Kraft family's Patriots plane to watch Tom Brady and the Buccaneers win Super Bowl LV!
NEW: The state of Massachusetts has a call center open Monday - Friday (8:30 am - 5 pm) to help eligible patients schedule COVID-19 vaccination. This call center can be reached by dialing 211. Eligible patients can also schedule appointments the state website: https://bit.ly/3qXJukW
Have hours of wearing ear buds for Zoom meetings caused itchy, irritated ears? You may have "Zoom ear" - and if you do, Neurotologist and Otolaryngologist Jonathon Sillman, MD, has advice on what to do about it. PARADE.COM Are Your Ear Buds Causing Itchy, Irritated Ears? You May Have Zoom Ear—Here's How to Troubleshoot
Yesterday, our North 4 inpatient unit discharged Dana Dagnese, who spent 170 days in the hospital after being admitted in August 2020. In that time, he became a part of the North 4 family and touched the hearts of so many nurses, techs, physicians, physical therapy and housekeeping staff. Upon his discharge, the staff gave him a farewell tribute.
Executive Director of Surgery Melissa Parente discusses a new national kidney transplant policy and the impact it may have on kidney transplants in New England. WGBH.ORG New Nationwide Kidney Transplant Policy Like A Race With No End
Interventional Cardiologist and Executive Director of The CardioVascular Center for Research and Innovation Navin Kapur, MD, was one of the first in the country to use a new, state-of-the-art heart pump, designed to reduce risk and speed up recovery time for patients needing cardiac cath lab procedures. WCVB Channel 5 Boston has the story, tonight at 5pm. YOUTUBE.COM WCVB Your Health TINY HEART PUMP

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