Posts by Marcela Quintanilla-Dieck
Lost in Translation: The Hidden Impact of Language Barriers in Health Care
Language barriers in health care put millions at risk. Mass General Brigham researchers are exploring human- and technology-based ways to help close the translation gap.
Read MoreHow Technology Could Help Researchers Address Key Mental Health Challenges
How Mass General Brigham researchers are working to improve care, support and outcomes for patients with mental health disorders.
Read MoreResearchers Unplugged: Meet the Mass General Brigham Surgeon Who is Also a Printmaking Artist
Surgical resident Maya Srinivasan, MD, has been integrating art into medical education since she was a student in medical school.
Read MoreHow the Thymus, a Once Overlooked Organ, is Quietly Influencing Cancer Risk and Longevity
Two teams of researchers at Mass General Brigham are redefining the importance of the thymus in adult human health.
Read MoreHow Everyday Environmental Exposures May Shape Our Health
Everyday environmental exposures, including air pollution, heat, and microplastics may be having a significant effect on our health.
Read MorePulmonary Embolism Gets a Long Overdue Spotlight: New Guidelines, Clinical Insights and Research Directions
Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, pulmonary embolism continues to be a significant health challenge across the globe.
Read MoreTwo Roles, One Hospital, A Shared Commitment to Care
This story follows a mother and son working different jobs at Mass General Brigham, united by shared values shaped over decades inside the same hospital.
Read MoreWhy Taking Care of Your Mind May Be One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Heart
A Mass General Brigham researcher explains how mental well‑being, prevention, and behavior change can protect your heart.
Read MoreWhy Vision Loss Happens—and How Mass General Brigham Scientists Are Fighting Back
Stopping vision loss from retinal disease is one of the biggest challenges in eye health today.
Read MoreThe 2025 Cellie Awards: Marcela’s Favorite Picks
Just for fun, here’s a last list of favorites for 2025, including best book, best movie, best MGB science communicator and more.
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