Mary Morabito, R.N.,C.S.
Nurse Practitioner
Cambridge

"Every opportunity to see a patient is an opportunity for me to share information about important health issues. MIT's diverse population makes this job more interesting, challenging, and fun."

Mary Morabito is an urgent care nurse practitioner, treating adults who come into MIT Medical with immediate needs. On any given day, she may see medical problems ranging from chest or abdominal pain, to serious orthopedic injuries, to the common cold. "It's unique and very convenient to have an inpatient unit right upstairs on the fourth floor," Morabito says. "When necessary, I can admit patients quickly. Patients appreciate the smooth transition from visit to admission, with no waiting in an emergency room for hours."

Morabito especially enjoys helping students learn better ways to take care of themselves. "Students who are away from home for the first time often have a lot of questions about health issues," she comments.

Morabito, who has a master's of science in nursing from Simmons College, has worked in the emergency room and the interventional cardiology unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She hopes to go back to school part-time to earn an additional certification as a family nurse practitioner.

Outside of work, she enjoys downhill and cross-country skiing, running, power yoga, mountain biking, and other healthy activities.

David Shein, M.D.
Internist
Cambridge and Lexington

"MIT is an excellent place to practice. We have camaraderie and the opportunity to stay current with the latest information, while being able to offer patients top-notch care in a supportive environment."

David Shein practices internal medicine, providing primary care for adults and adolescents.
Most of his time is spent at MIT Medical/Cambridge, but he also sees patients at MIT Medical/Lexington one day a week.

Originally from New York, Shein graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 1992, completed a residency and internship at the Deaconess Hospital, and then practiced at Beth Israel Health Care for six and a half years.

Shein has spent much time exploring the use of computers in medicine, and at MIT Medical, he is playing a key role in introducing and implementing new clinical computer applications. "Increasing clinicians' use of computers at MIT Medical will improve workflow, enhance access to medical information, and, in the end, improve patient care," he says.

Shein is also very interested in the relationship between environmental issues and public health. Outside of work, he enjoys bike riding, running, woodworking, and playing musical instruments with his children.

Laura Anne Stuart, M.P.H.
Health Educator for Students
Cambridge

"We try to address student needs. When students ask for information on certain health-related topics, we respond by providing fun, interactive educational activities."

As Health Educator for Students, Laura Anne Stuart manages campus-wide education activities on important student health issues, such as sexuality, mental health, alcohol, and drugs. Stuart coordinates her efforts with other campus departments, especially those within the Office of Student Life. "Everyone on campus is dealing with health issues in some way," she says.

Stuart has a master's in health behavior and health education from the University of Michigan School of Public Health. She has held several positions over the last nine years—most recently with the Harvard AIDS Institute—focusing primarily on HIV prevention, sexuality education, and alcohol and drug use.

Outside of work, Stuart is a volunteer sexuality educator at a local church and a board member of the Boston Women's Health Book Collective, publisher of Our Bodies, Ourselves. Stuart describes herself as a "huge supporter" of the local music scene. She also enjoys reading, walking around Boston, and visiting her family in Chicago.