June/ July 2025
From the Dean's Office...
Mike Boutin, EdD, ACC
Asst Dean for Faculty & Student Success,
SHRS
"Summertime....and the livin' is easy...." I can still hear Audra MacDonald singing that sultry song from Porgy and Bess in the award winning pre-Broadway production at the American Repertory Theater. It was one of those moments that took my breath away and really capture the feeling of summer for me.
I hope you have those moments this summer as well. At the beach....in the mountains....in the city...with a good beach book...or a glass of wine...or a cold beer. With friends....family you haven't seen in a while (and may be happy to not see again for a while!): moments that take your breath away, that provide perspective and meaning, and help to make the tough days more manageable.
Summer time isn't just leisure time, though, at least at SHRS: we just welcomed new cohorts of students, and our summer semester is underway. Faculty are teaching, students are in clinics doing amazing work and learning so much. There really never is a dull moment at the IHP, is there?
In the midst of the busyness, I hope you get a chance to unplug, to breathe deep, and to take care of yourself. You deserve it....
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Upcoming Dates
- June 13th- Summer Fridays start
- June 17th: Open House/ Cookies for Students in B9 Lounge
- June 19th- Juneteenth (Offices Closed)
- June 24th: Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
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June 26th: Open House/ Cookies for Students in B9 Lounge
- June 26th: SHRS Writing Retreat
- July 4th: Independence Day (Offices closed)
- July 15th: Brown Bag Lunch and Learn
- August 12th- 18th: Final Exams
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Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device (CIED) Program
Congratulations to Shweta Gore, who is the inaugural program director for the new CIED program. This is a post baccalaureate certificate program in cardiac technology that is being developed in collaboration with the MGB Heart and Vascular Institute to address a critical workforce demand for CIED technicians.
Sheila Regan will also provide administrative and programmatic support as the program is being built. Thank you, Shweta and Sheila, for your expertise in launching this innovative hybrid program.
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Celebrating Dr. Anne McCarthy Jacobson, DPT, MS!
Congratulations to Anne Jacobson McCarthy, PT on receiving the inaugural Faculty Excellence Award from the Tedy’s Team Center of Excellence in Stroke Recovery!
This award recognizes Dr. McCarthy Jacobson’s outstanding contributions to stroke rehabilitation, education, and mentorship. Her dedication to advancing care and empowering the next generation of rehabilitation professionals embodies the spirit and mission of the Tedy’s Team Center.
We are proud to celebrate her impact and this well-deserved honor!
| | Calling for HEAL Fellows from the Office of Mission, Values, and Community Excellence (MVCE) | | Share this with your students! | | A Celebration of IHP SHRS retiree, Diane Smith! | | It was a wonderful night honoring IHP's retirees, including Diane Smith from the OT department. Congratulations Diane! Wishing you a happy, healthy, and relaxing retirement. You deserve it! | |
Monthly Brown Bag Lunch and Learn Series
As part of our professional development offerings, the SHRS Dean's Office has begun a monthly hybrid, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn on the last Tuesday of each month, from 12pm-1pm in the conference room of Building 39, Room 202 or via
Zoom:
https://mghihp.zoom.us/j/9110950050
Our next Brown Bag Lunch and Learn is scheduled for June 24, 2025. Our presenter is David Selkowitz discussing "Patellofemoral Pain (not just another Sabbatical retrospective)."
July 15th, our presenters will be Brittany Palaski and Anshul Kumar speaking about their Adaptive Learning App.
Bring a lunch and your questions and plan for an engaging conversation.
We will host these monthly sessions on the last Tuesday of the month in Building 39 conference room 202: 12- 1pm or by Zoom.
We have great snacks and fun community in person!
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Boston in the Spring
There are endless ways to experience Boston in the spring. Check out some fun things to do in the city.
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June is
Alzheimer’s and
Brain Awareness Month
A time dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as promoting brain health. This month, we come together to support those affected, educate the community, and advocate for more research and resources.
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Therapy Dogs are on Campus Every Month!
Here are upcoming dates, times, and locations:
- Tues, June 17, 12-1pm Building 39, 2nd floor
- Thurs, June 26, 12-1pm, Building 39, 2nd floor
- Wed, July 9 12-1pm 2CW
- Tues, Aug 12, 12-1pm Shouse
- Wed, Sept 3, 12-1pm 2CW
- Thurs, Oct 16, 12-1pm Shouse
- Mon, Nov 17, 12-1pm 2CW
- Wed, Dec 17, 12-1pm Shouse
Mark your calendars, share it with students, and plan to spend a little time de-stressing with our furry friends!
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SHRS Dean's Office
Laura Plummer, PT, DPT, EdD, NCS
lplummer@mghihp.edu
Dean, SHRS
617-643-6324
Mary Ellen Ferolito, MA
Asst Dean of Operations
mferolito@mghihp.edu
617-724-4841
Emile R "Mike" Boutin, Jr, EdD
Asst Dean for Faculty & Student Success
eboutin@mghihp.edu
617-726-8021
Angelina DiPietrantonio, M.Ed
Executive Assistant/ Project Specialist
adipietrantonio@mghihp.edu
Comments about our newsletter? Article ideas?
Mike Boutin: eboutin@mghihp.edu
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