Important Announcements

Nondiscrimination Statement Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

To see our full nondiscrimination statement, click here.

Campus Construction Update

Starting September 14, we’re closing the Menino building lobby entrance. This, along with the ongoing Yawkey building entrance closure, will help us bring you an even better campus experience that matches the exceptional care you've come to expect. Please enter the Menino and Yawkey buildings through the Moakley building, and make sure to leave extra time to get to your appointment. Thank you for your patience. 

Click here to learn more about our campus redesign. 

Radiofrequency Ablation, Neurolysis, and Denervation


Radiofrequency ablation, neurolysis, and denervation are all procedures used to destroy nerve tissue and interrupt pain signals. 

  • Radiofrequency ablation: A procedure that uses radiofrequency waves (heat) to destroy nerve tissue. It's often used for lower back, neck, and arthritis pain.
  • Neurolysis: A procedure that uses chemicals to temporarily destroy nerve fibers. It's commonly used for pain caused by cancer.
  • Denervation: A procedure where a nerve that's causing pain is divided or removed. It's often used for chronic joint pain.

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