For Patients & Families

Zakim Center has re-opened for limited acupuncture appointments. All other services remain closed for now due to COVID-19.

In-person Services Available

We are pleased to announce that we have re-opened our acupuncture services with a limited schedule in order to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff. To schedule an appointment, please call 617-632-3322 or email zakim_center@dfci.harvard.edu.

For information about changes to our practice, please review our updated procedures. 

Virtual Services Available

As we continue to be limited in our in-person services, we are offering a variety of virtual services, including self-care massage, remote reiki, acupressure, exercise consultations, music therapy consultations, and integrative medicine consultations. All virtual services are free of charge. Please contact the Zakim Center with questions, or to schedule a virtual appointment. 

Online Programs Available

Because we recognize that for many patients our group programming services provide a space for stress relief, connection, and well-being, we are pleased to be able to offer many of our classes online. View the Center's online classes on our Program Calendar page.

Pre-recorded Programs Available

You can also view pre-recorded group programs on our YouTube master playlist. Contact the Zakim Center at zakim_center@dfci.harvard.edu with any questions.

About the Zakim Center

The Leonard P. Zakim Center for Integrative Therapies and Healthy Living at Dana-Farber is dedicated to the belief that cancer patients can enhance their quality of life through integrative therapies such as acupuncture and massage, and healthy living programs such as exercise and nutrition counseling.

Our clinical services, education, and group programs led by physicians, therapists, nurses, and other health care professionals empower patients to be active participants in their treatment plans. This integrative approach can help patients feel better by reducing the pain, stress, and anxiety caused by cancer and its treatment.

Named for cancer patient and activist Leonard P. Zakim, the Center offers individual treatments including acupuncture, massage, and Reiki; group programs such as movement, meditation, and creative arts; and exercise and nutritional consultations. All Dana-Farber patients are eligible to take advantage of the Zakim Center's one-on-one offerings and free group classes.

We offer lectures and educational seminars on topics related to integrative therapies and cancer treatment, which patients, their families, and their caregivers are invited to attend. We also conduct research on the value of integrative therapies and healthy living for cancer patients and survivors.

How Can the Zakim Center Help?

Integrative Medicine Consultations

If you're wondering which therapies may be beneficial for you, you can book an integrative medicine consult with our nurse practitioner. During the consult, our nurse practitioner will explain the safety and benefits of our integrative therapies, how they work in conjunction with traditional cancer treatment, and which ones may best fit your diagnosis, treatment schedule, and interests.

New patients interested in acupuncture or massage appointments should first schedule an integrative medicine consultation. During this consultation, our nurse practitioner will review your medical history and discuss which therapies may be most beneficial for you.

Read our Insight blog for information and inspiration about the Zakim Center.