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Do you have enough health insurance? Do you know how to get medical care when you need it? No matter how long you plan to stay at MIT, you need to make sure you and your family are protected. Learn more here.

All about health insurance
Getting care when you need it
Using MIT Medical
  • Choose a PCP
    Use our website to choose a primary care provider or switch to a different one.
  • Make an appointment
    Want to make an appointment with your PCP? Here’s how to do it.
  • Pharmacy
    You can go to the MIT Pharmacy for over-the-counter medications and prescriptions.
  • Urgent Care: What you need to know
    Need care right now? You can use MIT Medical’s Urgent Care Service without an appointment.
  • Pediatrics
    If you’ve bought MIT insurance for your children, they can get their care here, too.
  • Name that specialty
    Otolaryngologists? Cardiologists? Gastroenterologists? What do those kinds of clinicians do?
Resources to help you stay healthy
  • VPR
    Help for survivors of sexual violence and stalking, including emotional support and help getting medical and legal assistance.
  • Spouses & Partners Connect
    Did you come to MIT with your husband, wife, or significant other? This group can help you build a social network, learn a new language, and find the resources you need to build a life in the Boston area.
  • Wellness classes
    Meditation, yoga, parenting, weight-management—MIT Medical has classes for everyone!
  • getfit
    MIT’s annual fitness challenge is open to all. Form a team, and start moving. Meet weekly exercise goals, and qualify for prize drawings.
  • Stress Reduction, Mindfulness and Relaxation
    Discover new ways to manage stress and revitalize your mind and body. Become more relaxed and focused, so you can respond to life with more clarity.
  • Coping with homesickness
    It’s normal to miss your home. Here’s how to cope.