BMC’s Yawkey building doors are now closed as an entrance as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our campus and provide you with the best clinical care.

All patients and visitors on our main campus must enter our hospital via Shapiro, Menino, or Moakley buildings, where they will be greeted by team members at a new centralized check-in desk before continuing to the hospital. We are excited to welcome you and appreciate your patience as we improve our facilities.

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)

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FEES is a procedure that allows physicians to assess areas surrounding the voice box and opening of the esophagus, through the use of a small flexible telescope. The telescope is passed through the nose after anesthetizing this area to minimize pain or discomfort. Once the telescope is in position, you are given various foods to eat. The physician observes and evaluates the swallowing process. Read more about the course.