Information for Patients and Visitors
Location and Parking
The Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center is located directly across from the main building and entrance to Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Access to the Center is through this main entrance at 75 Francis Street, which is where drop-off and valet parking is available. Self-parking continues to be available at 45 Francis Street and at the Service Center garage located directly next to the new building.
Please keep in mind that you will need to enter through the main entrance at 75 Francis Street as there is no direct entrance or access to the new building from Francis Street. Elevators and an escalator, both in the 75 Francis Street lobby, provide easy access and entry to the new building.
Admitting and Registration
If you have any questions regarding your upcoming admission, please call the Sharf Admitting Center at
(617) 732-7450.
Food
Patient meals: The creation of the Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center presented the opportunity to develop a menu for heart and vascular patients that features high-quality, low-fat, and flavorful dishes. The hospital enlisted the help of the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), an internationally renowned college for the culinary arts. Focusing on the science of nutrition, they developed wholesome recipes using heart-conscious cooking techniques. The new menu, which includes delightful dishes such as Thai-chicken salad, mushroom and barley soup with hazelnuts, and pear cranberry oat crisp, will be available throughout the hospital.
Public Café: The Natural Foods Café (opening late summer 2008) within the Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center also features a menu of natural foods known to be beneficial to health.
Telephone Access
Family and friends may obtain a patient's bedside phone number by calling Patient Information at (617) 732-5500. All phone numbers in the Shapiro Cardiovascular Center have a new area code and exchange, which is (857) 307-xxxx.
Resources for Patients and Families
The Shapiro Family Center, located on the second floor of the Center, offers patients, families and friends a comfortable and convenient setting that includes educational resources, Internet access and relaxing spaces, as well as a waiting area when loved ones are having a cardiovascular procedure or surgery.
Also, the Robert and Ronnie Bretholtz Center for Patients and Families, located at Brigham and Women's Hospital behind the Schuster Lobby information desk, is a comprehensive resource center dedicated to the needs of our patients and families for support and information while receiving care at the Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center. The Bretholtz Center houses a main reception area, a Family Liaison service, Patient/Family Relations, and the Michele and Howard Kessler Health Education Library. It is open on weekdays from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m.; weekend hours vary. For more information, call (617) 732-8103.
