Healthy Resources for Employees and Students

At MCPHS, your health and wellbeing are foundational—and you don’t have to go far to access meaningful support. Through our Center for Health & Wellbeing, we offer a wide-ranging collection of holistic and practical resources designed specifically for students, faculty, and staff.

New England School of Acupuncture (NESA)

NESA is now offering treatments at both its new Acupuncture Treatment Center on the Boston campus in White 110 and in Worcester. MCPHS students, faculty, and staff can schedule private or community-style acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine sessions for just $5. Email to book your visit and experience the benefits of holistic care. Boston: acupunctureboston@mcphs.edu Worcester: acupuncture@mcphs.edu

Eye and Vision Center

The Eye and Vision Center at MCPHS in Worcester is a multi-specialty optometry service providing patient-centered eye care to the central and western Massachusetts community. Our services range from comprehensive eye examinations to the treatment and management of eye diseases such as glaucoma. Book an appointment today by calling 508.373.5830.

Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic

The MCPHS Forsyth Dental Hygiene Clinic offers services to students, faculty, and staff at a discounted rate. Our facilities are located on our Boston and Worcester campuses and are equipped with the latest technology to deliver high-quality oral health services overseen by licensed dental hygienists. Appointments are approximately 3.5 hours long, and two appointments are typically required to fully support our students’ clinical education. Faculty, staff, and student pricing is $5.00 for cleanings and $20.00 for sports guards and bleaching trays.  Call to schedule an appointment. Boston: 617.278.2700 Worcester: 774.243.3410

The Balance, Movement, and Wellness Center

The Balance, Movement, and Wellness Center in Worcester offers 10-week group exercise classes led by experienced physical therapists and students to help improve strength, flexibility, balance, and overall wellness. Classes are held Wednesday and Friday mornings and support individuals with conditions such as osteoporosis, arthritis, Parkinson’s, stroke, and more. This program also provides valuable hands-on learning for future physical therapists while serving the local community. To receive information on the next session, call 508.373.5741

Pharmacy Outreach Program

The MCPHS Pharmacy Outreach Program is a free community service program offered by the University that provides support with medication management, cost-saving options, and understanding prescription drug coverage.  Staffed by case managers, licensed pharmacists and students, our goal is to help you adhere to your medication regimens.  If you call our toll-free help line or visit our walk-in center located at 19 Foster Street, Worcester, MA, you will receive a comprehensive review of your medications and prescription drug coverage. We provide information that includes assistance with accessing affordable prescription drug programs through the Medicare Drug benefit, as well as medication assistance options for other uninsured or underinsured residents of Massachusetts.  Toll-Free Help Line: 1.866.633.1617 is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Visit our Patient Centers and Clinics for additional information.