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Lunch and Learn Sessions Archive

The Peter L. Slavin, MD Academy for Applied Learning in Health Care hosts a bi-monthly, interprofessional Lunch and Learn Series featuring a wide range of topics led by experts across Mass General and beyond. Recordings of select sessions are available below; please note that not all sessions are recorded.

A full listing of previous, non-recorded Lunch and Learns sessions by date is also provided. If you’re interested in a session that was not recorded, we’re happy to connect you with the presenter.

If you are interested in presenting at an upcoming Lunch and Learn, please reach out to Gabriella Hakim at gfhakim@mgb.org.

On-Demand Recordings

YSIMS: Youth & Community Healthcare Simulation
March 12, 2025

Explore how innovative simulation is bridging gaps between youth, community, and healthcare providers. In this session, Dr. Patrick Smithedajkul and Gabriella Hakim, MBA, share the design and impact of YSIMS, a program using simulation to strengthen understanding, communication, and care across diverse populations.

Watch the Recording from March 12, 2025
Alcohol is No Ordinary Commodity: Tackling Misinformation & Gaining the Tools to Help Patients
Recorded May 21, 2025

Misinformation about alcohol is everywhere—but how does it affect patients and their care? This Lunch and Learn recording, “Alcohol is No Ordinary Commodity: Tackling Misinformation & Gaining the Tools to Help Patients,” features Lunder-Dineen Associate Director Denise O’Connell, MSW, LCSW, CCM and Time to Ask Advisor Brendan Prast, MD, who share evidence-based strategies and practical tools to better support patients.

Watch the Recording from May 21, 2025
Systematic Review: Myths and Misconceptions
Recorded September 10, 2025

Curious about conducting a systematic review but not sure where to start? Watch this Lunch and Learn session with Melis Lydston, MLS from the Treadwell Virtual Library, as they break down the process and share practical tips for getting started.

Watch the Recording from September 10, 2025

MGH’s Office of Belonging and Engagement shared its role in advancing a more inclusive and connected community. The program provided an overview of the office’s mission and initiatives and described how its efforts supported belonging and engagement across the hospital.

In this talk, Sarah Alger, Director of the Russell Museum, shared the history and meaning woven into the space, highlighting how imagery and objects inspire learning, reflection, and connection.

Jillian Carkin, Librarian at Treadwell Library and Daniel McClosky, Associate Director of Library Services at Treadwell Library shared how you can take full advantage of the range of resources that Mass General’s Treadwell Library has to offer!

Gun violence is a pressing public health crisis with wide-reaching impacts. In this Lunch and Learn recording, Dr. Peter Masiakos discussed the work of the Gun Violence Prevention Center and shared insights on strategies to reduce harm and promote safety.

Presenters Ali Parmar, JD, MBE, and Carmen Alvarez, MHA, shared insights from their work in patient and physician engagement. This engaging and timely series featured thought leaders from across Mass General Brigham and explored ways to cultivate well-being, enhance communication, and foster a stronger sense of connection in the clinical environment. Through real-world strategies and inspiring discussion, participants will gained tools to support both personal resilience and team wellness. Co-sponsored by the Center for Academic Development and Enrichment (CADE).