BMC’s Yawkey building doors are now closed as an entrance as part of our ongoing efforts to enhance our campus and provide you with the best clinical care.

All patients and visitors on our main campus must enter our hospital via Shapiro, Menino, or Moakley buildings, where they will be greeted by team members at a new centralized check-in desk before continuing to the hospital. We are excited to welcome you and appreciate your patience as we improve our facilities.

Essential Tremor


An essential tremor causes part of your body to shake uncontrollably. It can happen in any part of the body but is most common in the hands.

In many people, an essential tremor can get worse over time and keep you from doing simple, everyday tasks. However, the tremors don't cause other health problems.

Essential tremors are more common in people over 40 years old, and may get worse if you are under stress, tired, or experiencing temperature extremes. It's usually most noticeable when you are moving or using the part of your body that has the essential tremor.

Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition

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Neurosurgery

We provide comprehensive surgical treatment of the spine for trauma, degenerative conditions, congenital problems, and more. Our surgeons are experts in less invasive surgical tec…
Neurosurgery
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Functional Neurosurgery

When a neurological disorder disrupts your daily life, our team can provide state-of-the-art treatment and compassionate care to help you get back to your life.
Functional Neurosurgery