Nondiscrimination Policy Update

Boston Medical Center Health System complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin (including limited English proficiency and primary language), religion, culture, physical or mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression. BMCHS provides free aids and services to people with disabilities and free language services to people whose primary language is not English.

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Rectal, Uterine, Vaginal Prolapse

Prolapse, as in rectal, uterine or vaginal prolapse, happens when muscles and ligaments holding the rectum (lower intestine), uterus or vagina in place weaken, allowing that organ to slip out of place. There can be a slight or serious movement, and sometimes surgery is necessary.

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Colon and Rectal Surgery

BMC’s colorectal surgeons offer cutting-edge surgical treatments for conditions that affect the colon, rectum, and anus, in coordinating with other specialists.