Over more than four decades, the late Ruth and Carl Shapiro were dear friends and generous supporters of the Beth Israel Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Their philanthropic legacy continues today with a gift of $5 million to support the new West Campus building.
David Avigan, MD, sets the vision and strategic direction for cancer care, research, and education for the BIDMC Cancer Center and the BILH network. With his approach to cancer care and groundbreaking clinical trials, the future is bright for cancer care at BIDMC.
Mary Tolan’s investment in an endowed chair to support the innovative work of Lev Perelman, PhD, aims to transform the standard of care and save lives far beyond the hospital’s walls.
After participating in a clinical trial at the BIDMC Cancer Center to successfully treat an aggressive form of lymphoma, Cambridge resident gives back to support cancer research.
A trip abroad ended in a harrowing health scare for Andover resident Suellen Robinson. It led to an unexpected cancer diagnosis and extended stay at BIDMC—followed by a generous gift.
