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Perspective

For more than two centuries, Mass General has united the best minds in research, care, education and community health. This integrative perspective empowers our hospital to provide the highest standard of care for patients and their loved ones. These images capture many of those in our community who are helping to foster and strengthen our unique viewpoint and define a new era of personalized, compassionate care.

We’ve continually served as pioneers in medicine, outwitting diseases, caring for hundreds of millions of patients and preparing doctors to heal, even in the most unexpected circumstances. Throughout each milestone, Mass General’s first priority has always been our patients.

Most recently, The Campaign for Mass General has allowed us to expand and enhance our efforts by allowing us to make unprecedented investments in our renowned people, places and programs. Thank you to all of our supporters who have helped ensure we will lead a new chapter of medical breakthroughs now, and for generations to come.

Reflections on compassion

Whether treating someone for a rare condition or a common health issue, Mass General is known for providing compassionate, top-quality care for every patient who turns to us for help.

Our caregivers combine knowledge, skill and compassion to create a workforce that is caring, innovative and empowering.

A HAND TO HOLD: Whether it’s remembering a patient’s favorite soup or beverage, or lending them a comforting hand as they recover, our caregivers are committed to providing personalized, compassionate care.

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A LONG HISTORY OF CARE: Our nurses have helped lead the way in transforming the patient-centered care experience. Their relationship-based, research-informed approach to medicine means they get to know each patient in a comprehensive way and provide them with the very best care.

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View into medical innovation

Every day, numerous promising scientific ideas percolate through the minds of thousands of our researchers. As the largest hospital-based research program in the country, Mass General empowers its scientists to pursue innovative ideas that push the boundaries of what is possible to save lives.

Located within the heart of one of the world’s greatest cities for biomedical innovation, Mass General brings together the brightest researchers and clinicians to offer a compassionate, personalized experience for our patients and their loved ones. This intersection of science and care is where we excel.

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At Mass General, researchers leverage the latest technologies to make new scientific discoveries that help solve complex clinical challenges.

Our researchers work side-by-side with physicians — in the lab, in the clinic and at the bedside — harnessing the latest technological advancements to foster discovery at every stage. This collaborative environment ensures Mass General will continue to serve as a leader in bridging innovative science with highly advanced clinical care.

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Since 1980, Mass General has provided emergency MedFlight services. Today, we are the only hospital in the United States to hold Level 1 verification for adult and pediatric trauma and burn care. We are also the only Boston hospital certified to handle the landing of Marine 1, the President’s helicopter.

Vision for scientific minds

From the most promising medical, nursing and health professional students and fellows, to leading physicians, scientists, nurses and specialists, the brightest minds in healthcare are at Mass General.

Patients can rest easy knowing their clinicians not only bring the most up-to-date advancements in science and care delivery directly to the bedside, but also that they routinely train and expand their knowledge and skills to do just that.

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TEACHING THE NEXT GENERATION: Education is an investment in our people, from our students and residents to our distinguished faculty and leaders, each of whom shares Mass General’s mission to provide exceptional patient care.

The MGH Youth Scholars program has helped hundreds of students from Boston, Chelsea and Revere attain academic, professional and personal success and enter the workforce with confidence. This pathway-building program is one example of our efforts to drive systemic change, diversify the healthcare workforce pipeline and address structural racism.

SHARED INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCES: We know hospitals that prioritize education will provide the best possible care to their patients — and we will always be committed to modeling successful approaches and sharing our expertise widely.

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Since 1821, the Ether Dome — our original teaching amphitheater, which is widely regarded as the birthplace of modern surgery — has stood as an enduring reminder of our parallel education and patient care missions.

Spotlight on community

Since its inception, Mass General has been deeply committed to building healthier communities here and around the world. Donor support for community and global health priorities has proven, time and again, to yield deep insights and drive the development of solutions that address some of the most complex issues facing underrepresented communities and populations across the country — and throughout the world.

Together with our generous supporters, including our remarkable community fundraisers, we are transforming care for patients now, and across generations.

SUPPORTING OUR NEIGHBORS: Mass General’s longstanding commitment to accessible and affordable care helps reduce health inequities and create long-term impact where it is needed most.

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Mass General’s dedicated community of supporters and partners includes parents, children and the loved ones of patients, individuals throughout Boston and beyond, as well as local organizations, like Turn It Around, which was formed in 2012 by a group of dedicated Charlestown youth. They had a strong desire to raise awareness about the dangers of prescription drug misuse and to educate others how everyday pressures can lead to substance use and other high-risk behaviors.

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We have always served as a teaching hospital, offering education and training throughout our campus. But today, our care teams are extending their education and experience on a global scale. Now, through our global health programs, Mass General’s expert caregivers bring our patient-centered care to individuals and families in countries around the world and provide training and education for the next generation of local caregivers.

BUILDING TOGETHER: Community fundraising helps to foster new connections, awareness and advocacy, all of which helps Mass General bring the best care possible to its patients.

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Looking forward

As we look ahead, our vision remains clear: Mass General’s commitment to innovative research, compassionate care, pioneering education and healthy communities will continue to lead us into the next chapter of scientific breakthroughs.

New milestones, like the opening of the Phillip and Susan Ragon Building, will also help Mass General integrate as an academic healthcare system of the future with patients at the center, transforming care and making it more accessible, while improving outcomes here and around the world.

Mass General is well-positioned to usher in a new era of patient-centered care — one that continues to push the boundaries of what is possible.

Our achievements are possible because of our philanthropic partners who share our passion and perspective. Together, we will continue to propel science and innovation forward to meaningfully change the way care is delivered now, and in the future.

Thank you for your support of Mass General, and for understanding the promise, possibility and power of all we can achieve for our patients and their loved ones when we work together. With your generosity, we will lead a new era of scientific breakthroughs that will inspire the best patient-centered care possible.