DEAF & HARD OF HEARING PATIENTS           Sign language and oral interpreters, TDDs, and other services are available free of charge, to ensure effective communication between staff, patients and patients' families. MGH currently has an American Sign Language (ASL) Medical Interpreter on their staff and contracts for other communication support services, through the Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.services through . To request an interpreter: Patients or family members: Click on WELCOME for access information. MGH staff: Contact us to schedule in advance. For emergencies during office hours, call our office 617-726-6966. For emergencies off hours and Holidays, page 617-724-5700, ID#30009 (Other Languages Medical Interpreters)                     Copyright © 2002, Massachusetts General Hospital, All rights reserved.