Dr. Richard Steingart graduated from Tufts University Medical School in 1976. He then went on to do an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia. He did one year fellowship at University of Virginia and then completed his fellowship in Hematology at New England Medical Center in Boston. Upon completion of his fellowship, he joined the staff of Baystate Medical Center in Springfield where he is currently an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine and the Medical Director of the Adult Hematology Service.

Baystate Medical Center is a large tertiary hospital in Springfield, MA that is also a teaching hospital affiliated with Tufts University Medical School. The hospital offers a wide variety of services in cancer care. However, autologous and allogeneic bone marrow transplants are not performed at this facility and therefore patients are referred to Boston primarily for these complex procedures. Although there are many transplant services in Boston, Dr. Steingart has established a long term relationship with Dr. Kenneth Miller at Beth Israel Hospital. There is careful follow-up at both facilities, and excellent communication between Dr. Steingart and Dr. Miller. Once it is felt that a patient needs to have a bone marrow transplant, Dr. Steingart insures a smooth transition to Dr. Miller’s service. Once in Boston, Dr. Steingart often visits his patients several times. Ultimately, care is transitioned back to Dr. Steingart in Western Mass.
 

Bitch at Rich No one ever said everything would go smoothly. Let Dr. Steingart know what kinds of things in the system at Baystate Medical could be improved upon. In any institution, there are glitches that perhaps can be made better. Let him know of your ideas and suggestions. DrSteingart@amygoestoboston.com

 

When with Ken Some of us have found ourselves waiting to see Dr. Miller as he makes his way through the day caring for patients, teaching, and so on. Our secret was to go into Boston early. Amy would check in, give blood, and then we would go into downtown shopping or whatever. Her appointment would be for 1:00 but at noon we would call and see what the schedule looked like and return accordingly. Other times, we would just come in and hang out in the waiting room. This is where we got our best tips. Let us know what you do and hot new tips to help others pass time. DrMiller@amygoestoboston.com