Terence Flotte, MD
Terence Flotte, MD, currently is the Provost/Dean and Celia and Isaac Haidak Professor at UMass Chan Medical School, with faculty appointments in the Department of Pediatrics and the Horae Gene Therapy Center. Dr. Flotte is a pediatric pulmonologist and has been the principal investigator of multiple clinical gene therapy trials, including the first-ever human use of AAV vectors, a trial in cystic fibrosis patients that began in 1995, and recent trials in alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Tay-Sachs disease.
COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters
As of September 4, 2025:
All currently approved or authorized COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and reduce your risk of severe illness. Vaccination can reduce the spread of disease, which helps protect those who get vaccinated and the people around them.
COVID-19 Testing
As of September 4, 2025:
When to Get Tested
Here’s when the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (the CDC) and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) says you should consider getting a COVID-19 test:
Price Estimator Tool
At UMass Memorial Health, we understand health care costs are important to you which is why we are pleased to offer a tool to provide price estimates for prospective patients. While not required, the more information you can provide about your insurance and the procedure you are planning, the more accurate the estimate will be.
16 Tips for Healthier Holiday Drinks
The holidays are full of delicious beverages even if you are celebrating via Zoom, but drinks can come with extra calories. These 16 tips will help you enjoy your favorite holiday beverages.
Eggnog
Pumpkin Maple Pie
Maple syrup adds a little extra flavor to this Pumpkin Maple Pie, a traditional Thanksgiving dessert.
The Importance of Pediatric-Specific Emergency Care
Pediatric EDs offer expert, compassionate care tailored to kids’ physical and mental needs — ensuring comfort, safety and specialized support in emergencies.
Purrs, Snuggles, Tail Wags: Just What the Doctor Ordered
Learn how pets can boost your health and happiness. Discover simple ways animals enrich our lives. Read the post for tips and inspiration!
Physician Concierge Services
The Physician Concierge Services Department (PCS) is dedicated to serving providers and community practices with “white glove service” for all referrals into UMass Memorial Health. Our dedicated Referral Specialists are committed to upholding our PCS Promise: