A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School (HMS), all Brigham and Women’s Hospital physicians are on the faculty of HMS. We deliver clinical consultations and education through partnerships with foreign governments, in-country health care providers, and educational organizations. We have also formed international research collaborations to improve medical care worldwide.
The Brigham and Women’s Hospital staff works closely with referring physicians worldwide to coordinate the care of their patients, with a focus on prompt access to our services and open, interactive communication with referring physicians during each step of their patient’s care.
Brigham and Women’s Hospital stands at the forefront of clinical care, with approximately 41,000 admissions, 754,000 outpatient visits, 9,900 births and 28,500 surgical procedures performed annually. Over 1,400 physicians are on our active medical staff, offering a broad spectrum of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services in virtually every specialty.
Our reputation is built upon pioneering work in virtually every field of medicine, including neurosurgery, orthopedic and joint replacement, women’s health, cancer treatment, cardiovascular disease, and arthritis and rheumatic disorders. Brigham and Women’s Hospital is home to one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world. Our innovative clinical, basic science, and population-based studies advance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases around the world.
Connecting Physicians with Brigham and Women’s Hospital
A member of the Partners HealthCare Telemedicine Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital makes it convenient for physicians worldwide to communicate with our specialists regarding complex cases or refer patients for routine or urgent care.
The Telemedicine Center enables referring physicians to:
- Consult one-on-one with Brigham and Women’s Hospital physicians and specialists;
- Transmit and receive information and patient records electronically;
- Readily schedule patient appointments and confidential online or phone consultations.
Teaching Tomorrow’s Physicians and Scientists
A world-premier center for training of outstanding physicians, scientists, and other health care professionals, Brigham and Women’s Hospital fosters an atmosphere of discovery and innovation. Thousands of graduate medical students around the world compete each year for openings at the hospital’s 34 accredited training programs. Brigham and Women’s Hospital provides clinical rotations for more than half of the third- and fourth-year Harvard Medical School students who learn the art and science of medicine from the hospital’s active staff.
Live Surgery Webcasts Bring the Experts at BWH to You
In an effort to educate physicians and the general public on innovative surgical techniques and medical advances, Brigham and Women’s Hospital broadcasts live surgical webcasts.
To learn more about the Brigham and Women’s Hospital International Program, to refer a patient, or to make an appointment please contact us at:
Phone:
010-617-732-5777
Fax:
010-617-264-5100
email:
worldgate@partners.org
