Crossing the "O-Line"
It is commonly known that being overweight is related to health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure, but did you know that it can also put you at a higher risk for cancer, arthritis, sleep disorders, vascular disease, and more?
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Midday Maryland - Free Vein Screening
The Vein Center at GBMC offers expertise and technology to address the entire spectrum of venous issues – from the diagnosis and treatment of serious conditions like varicose veins to cosmetic procedures like sclerotherapy.
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Expert Provides Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips to Boost Immune System (Infographic)
Out immune system's job is to protect us from infection, and whether we are trying to ward off the common cold, seasonal flu or COVID-19, we need our immune system functioning at its best.
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April 1: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on April 1, 2021.
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Spotlighting HERstory: Celebrating Women's History Month - Kim
Kim Blay is a neonatal advanced practitioner who supports the Child Life Program at GBMC. Giving and compassionate, she serves all children, no matter who they are. Regardless of their age, color, or creed, if a child is in need, she is one of the first to volunteer her help.
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Spotlighting HERstory: Celebrating Women's History Month - Johanna
Johanna Supensky has been a GBMC HealthCare employee for 23 years. Johanna’s compassion for her department and colleagues, along with her zest for life, shines through every interaction.
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Dr. John Chessare WBAL COVID-19 Townhall - March 23, 2021
Dr. John Chessare discusses the effects the pandemic has had on hospitals and why it's important to continue preventive healthcare for other diseases on WBAL's Coronavirus Townhall.
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Dr. Theresa Nguyen WBAL COVID-19 Townhall - March 23, 2021
Dr. Theresa Nguyen discusses the importance of children's mental health and what parents can do to help their children stay healthy during the pandemic on WBAL's Coronavirus Townhall.
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Dr. Theodore Bailey WBAL COVID-19 Townhall - March 23, 2021
Dr. Bailey, MD, JD, MA, answers questions about variants, vaccines, and how safe people are once they are vaccinated.
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Dr. Neri Cohen WBAL COVID-19 Townhall - March 23, 2021
Dr. Neri Cohen discusses telehealth and how it has improved over the course of the pandemic on WBAL's Coronavirus Townhall.
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John Saunders, MD Gives Because of Seeing Patient-First in Action
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Spotlighting HERstory: Celebrating Women's History Month - Amy
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Spotlighting HERstory: Celebrating Women's History Month - Tyra
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March 18: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John. B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-weekly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on March 18, 2021
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Midday Maryland - Children and the Pandemic
It's no surprise that children across the country are experiencing increased anxiety and depression caused by the pandemic. Isolation from friends and family members coupled with virtual schooling has taken a toll on both adults and children.
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Colorectal Cancer Explained by Dr. Joseph DiRocco
Dr. DiRocco expertly performs the latest endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic surgeries to make life better for his patients.
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7 Facts From a Sleep Expert That May Surprise You (Infographic)
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Requards Elevate Radiation Oncology
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COVID-19 Vaccine: What You Need to Know
The introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine brought mixed feelings to the start of the new year. While some see the vaccine as the beginning of the end of the pandemic, there are many questions to answer, steps to take, and obstacles to overcome before the pandemic can be declared “over.”
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Record Number of Employees Awarded Scholarships for Continuing Education
On January 13, a record 52 recipients at GBMC were awarded scholarships from the T. Rowe Price Family Education Fund in a virtual ceremony. The Education Fund was founded in 1973 by the Price family. Though Tom Price, an exceptionally dedicated GBMC volunteer, retired from volunteer service in May 2020, the legacy of his family’s commitment to education lives on at GBMC through these scholarships.
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Passing of a Legend: Robert Bond Welch, MD
Robert Bond Welch, MD, renowned ophthalmologist and former Chair of the GBMC Department of Ophthalmology, died on January 5, 2021 at Blakehurst Retirement Community. The former Annapolis resident was 93.
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Obesity: The medical complications of excessive body fat and GBMC’s smart solutions
“Obesity is an epidemic with sobering statistics and terrifying upward trends,” she says. “Obesity has a negative impact on every aspect of our lives — health, lifespan and quality. It’s currently the number two cause of preventable death — and it’s trending to become the first.”
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March 4: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John. B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-weekly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on March 4, 2021
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A Special Conversation with Dr. Freeman Hrabowski and Mrs. Jacqueline Hrabowski
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Why you should keep ALL your vaccinations up to date
The COVID-19 vaccine has been a major conversation topic this year as the pandemic drones on. However, health officials want to remind the general public to also stay up to date on non-coronavirus vaccinations — vaccines that help avoid preventable diseases.
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Collinses Have Different Approach But Same Goal for GBMC
Even though Mary Louise Collins, MD and Carville Collins approach giving to GBMC from different lenses, the couple feels passionately about supporting their community hospital – the one in the neighborhood where they literally live and work.
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Midday Maryland - Mask Wearing and Hearing Impairment
More than 50 million Americans have some form of hearing loss, and mask-wearing has increased isolation and anxiety about communicating.
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February 18: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on February 18, 2021.
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SAFE Program helps victims of domestic violence during pandemic
The arrival of COVID-19 in early 2020 led to stay-at-home orders for much of the United States. While these measures were intended to help keep the public safe and prevent widespread infection, the school closures, changes in employment status, and subsequent increase in time spent at home has also led to a rise in domestic violence cases.
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OPINION: The Deafening Silence of the NFL, Their Players, and Domestic Violence
“Chad Wheeler, former offensive tackle for the Seattle Seahawks, beats his girlfriend to the point that he’s surprised to see her alive.” Unfortunately, these days, this type of headline isn’t shocking. It is almost commonplace within the professional football community, but the NFL doesn’t seem to care. One in every three women and one in every four men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime. Even with the knowledge of these statistics, they have made the poor decision to skim over this topic time and time again rather than use their platform for good. If this type of violence is happening amongst those in the very public eye, such as professional athletes and celebrities, imagine what happens behind closed doors in our communities.
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February 4: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on February 4, 2021.
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What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccines
Dr. Bailey answers questions about the differences between Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, vaccine development, and why some safety recommendations have changed over time.
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Feeding the Family: Good Snacks and Immune-boosting Foods
With everyone at home all day, it can be difficult to establish routines, especially when it comes to children and meals. With food readily accessible, mealtimes slide into snacks and vice versa. According to Lisa Davis, RDN, LDN, CDE, a registered and licensed dietitian with the GBMC Geckle Diabetes & Nutrition Center, it’s important to maintain a sense of normalcy with a meal schedule.
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Discussing the Impacts of COVID-19 on Children
Dr. Doran talks about the pandemic’s effect on children’s mental health and the importance of safe in-person learning.
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Treating and Defeating COVID-19
Karoll Cortez, MD, MHS, FACP, Infectious Disease physician at GBMC, participated in WBAL Radio’s Coronavirus Townhall to talk about COVID-19 treatment, vaccines, and the new variants of the virus being found around the world.
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GBMC's COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Dr. Chessare joined WBAL Radio’s Coronavirus Townhall to explain local COVID-19 vaccine distribution and how GBMC is responding to the ever-changing situation.
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What Receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine is Like
Emergency medicine physician, William Zirkin, MD, who was the first person at GBMC to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, participated in WBAL Radio’s Coronavirus Townhall to describe his experience.
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Midday Maryland - Cervical Cancer
Kimberly Levinson, MD, MPH, Director of Johns Hopkins Gynecologic Oncology at GBMC, discusses the HPV vaccine and its importance in preventing cervical cancer.
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Commitment to Patient-First From Day One
For centuries, the Women’s Hospital has been dedicated to putting the patient first – a priority it set for its first facility on 25 McCullough Street in 1872 to when it co-formed GBMC alongside the Presbyterian Eye, Ear & Throat Charity Hospital in 1965. It is now taking this sentiment into the next phase of GBMC’s growth with a $2 million gift to The Promise Project.
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January 21: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on January 21, 2021.
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"What's Up, Dr. Dovec?" - Meet Dr. Diana Whitehead, discussing Gastroenterology at GBMC
Diana A. Whitehead, MD, Director of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, discusses Gastroenterology at GBMC.
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"What's Up, Dr. Dovec?" - Meet Michael Asike, MD, Gastroenterologist
Dr. Dovec talks with Dr. Michael Asike about Gastroenterology at GBMC.
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"What's Up, Dr. Dovec?" - Meet Jennifer Sullivan, MD, of Thoracic Surgery
In this episode, Dr. Dovec interviews thoracic surgeon, Jennifer Sullivan, MD.
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"What's Up, Dr. Dovec?" - Meet JoAnn Ioannou, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC
Meet JoAnn Ioannou, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, Executive Vice President of Hospital Operations and Chief Nursing Officer at GBMC.
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Hemorrhoids Happen: Here's what you need to know
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum. When inflamed, they can have an impact on routine activities. For many, a flare-up of “piles,” which hemorrhoids also are called, can be embarrassing to talk about — even with a doctor.
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January 6: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on January 6, 2021.
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Computer Network Incident Update
On the morning of Sunday, December 6, 2020, GBMC HealthCare detected a cyber incident that impacted information technology systems. Although many of our systems are down, GBMC HealthCare has robust processes in place to maintain safe and effective patient care.
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GBMC Health Partners at Padonia Grand Opening
Join us in celebrating the opening of our newest Primary Care location in Padonia!
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COVID-19 Vaccination Begins For GBMC Employees
GBMC HealthCare is excited to have begun the first phase of the State’s plan for COVID-19 vaccine administration.
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Lifelong GBMC Patient Encourages Employees To Care for Themselves
As a local maker of high-quality, handmade self-care products and a lifetime public school teacher, Angela Chambers understands what it means to take care of others. During this global pandemic, when she was deciding how to give back, it seemed natural to support the place that has cared for her since birth.
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Planning, Philanthropy and Passion
In addition to serving as Director of Hospitalists and Vice Chief of Staff and practicing medicine with his own patients, Dr. Chris Greenawalt has also taken on additional volunteer leadership roles within the campaign on both the philanthropic and planning sides. As co-chair of the Physician and Nurse Division of the campaign alongside JoAnn Ioannou, Executive Vice President of Hospital Operations and Chief Nursing Officer, and John Kuchar, MD, Chair of Anesthesiology, Dr. Greenawalt looks to engage GBMC’s medical leaders to support the project. He started with his own investment.
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December 23: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on December 23, 2020.
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Ask an Oncology Expert with Dr. Paul Celano
The pandemic has affected everyone’s lives, but for cancer patients who may already have weakened immune systems, this is a particularly worrisome time. To help answer your questions, Dr. Paul Celano spoke with Mary Beth Marsden in an exclusive and interactive session.
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BMORE Lifestyle - Baldrige Winner 2020 Announcement
Dr. Chessare talks on BMORE Lifestyle about GBMC Winning the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.
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December 10: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on December 10, 2020.
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'We Stand with Them'
The pandemic shined a bright light on healthcare workers and their essential role in maintaining the health and safety of communities. Dianna Newton, a literacy coach at the SEED School of Maryland and a 23-year veteran teacher, felt the generosity, kindness, patience and humanity of these workers throughout her 18-month cancer treatment five years ago. So, when she saw healthcare workers across the nation struggling with the coronavirus and its effects, she felt a kinship with them and knew she had to do something.
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Lucases Mark Growth Milestones at GBMC, Gilchrist
Name a milestone or major event throughout GBMC's history, and the names Barbara and Ben Lucas are sure to follow. Ben’s daughter, Catherine Wyatt, was delivered in the newly-opened "hospital on the hill" in October 1965. Her youngest daughter, Keelty Wyatt, great-grandniece of legendary GBMC patron, Joe Keelty, was born here some 32 years later.
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NICU Graduate Gives Back
Being Princess of the Eastern Yacht Club means fundraising for a cause of your choice. Kelly Lange chose GBMC's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit because, 17 years earlier, she and her twin brother, Matt, had been treated there for 51 and 68 days, respectively.
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Medicine, It's in the Family
For some physicians at GBMC, a love of medicine runs as deep in the familial veins as brown eyes or a knack for cooking. GBMC is home to several physicians who have inspired their son or daughter to become not just doctors, but doctors at GBMC.
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Governor Larry Hogan Congratulates GBMC HealthCare on Achieving the Malcolm Baldrige Award
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan takes time out of his busy schedule to send a message of congratulations to the GBMC HealthCare family.
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Giving Tuesday Supporting Clinical Trials at GBMC
Each year, GBMC’s physicians in The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute enroll their patients in more than 50 clinical trials designed to identify medical interventions that provide the greatest advantages for patients.
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Reaching Milestones Because of GBMC
“Since my diagnosis in 2019 and with the guidance of my medical team at GBMC, I have worked full-time since my surgery. I took vacations with my family. I traveled to Illinois for my soon-to-be daughter-in-law's bridal shower. I walked down the aisle with my son at his wedding. I traveled with my daughter to lacrosse tournaments and college visits. I coached my students to win state and national contests.”
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Feeling stressed and blue this holiday season? Talk to your doctor
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Collaboration in Pathology and Philanthropy
Baltimore natives who met in the seventh grade, Dr. Howard Siegel and his wife, Barb, remember when GBMC was first constructed on the hill in Towson. The picturesque nature of the hospital and the serene environment it created aided in patient care and recovery as much as the talent inside the hospital. For Dr. Siegel, he sees that trend continuing into the future with The Promise Project.
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Easy Eye Care Everyone Should Follow - Infographic
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Cal Ripken, Jr. Shares a Message of Gratitude for Our Healthcare Heroes
Cal Ripken, Jr. shares a message of gratitude for our healthcare heroes at GBMC HealthCare.
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I Have Goals That I Plan to Meet
More than 18 years ago, Sally Watsic was diagnosed with breast cancer. She received her diagnosis over the holiday season and was told the surgeon was out of town. Another physician overheard Sally’s conversation with her doctor and recommended GBMC - more specifically, Dr. Lauren Schnaper in The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Comprehensive Breast Care Center.
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You Can Eat Healthy and Still Enjoy the Holidays
Stuffing, gravy, pie, cake, cookies, and candy. It can be a challenge to eat healthy during the holidays, but Jana Wolff, RDN, LDN, has some great advice to help you enjoy the holidays (even the cookies!) while making healthier eating choices.
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November 20: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on November 20, 2020.
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Time - The Greatest Gift of All
Time is something that many of us take for granted. For Ethel Zelenske, a patient in the Sandra & Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute at GBMC, time is something she will always be grateful for and never take for granted again.
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New Guidelines on Lung Cancer Screening Could Save Thousands of Lives
Lung cancer is the second-most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer death in the US. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and Jennifer L. Sullivan, MD, FACS, says the number one risk factor for lung cancer hasn't changed in years.
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The Heart of COVID Friendships
Since March, Danielle Heyman's life has been nothing like she expected. Imagine returning from maternity leave as an Emergency Department (ED) nurse the week of a massive shutdown due to a global pandemic.
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Hope for a Devastating Diagnosis
Pancreatic cancer has come to the forefront of many people’s minds since several high-profile celebrities succumbed to the illness, most recently “Jeopardy!” host, Alex Trebek, and Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg. While there is still much to learn about this cancer, recent advancements are giving doctors hope that there will come a time when a pancreatic cancer diagnosis is not so devastating.
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Tour of the Pediatric Emergency Department at GBMC
Lauren Rogers, RN2, at GBMC walks you through what children and parents can expect to see at the GBMC Pediatric Emergency Department
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The ED is Still Here For You
Mark Fisher, MSN, RN, CEN, TCRN, current situation in the Emergency Department (ED) and provide advice for when people should seek emergency care.
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Welcome to GBMC’s New Adult Emergency Department!
Ariel Leone, RN2, GBMC Emergency Department Nurse, walks you through some of the great changes made to keep patients safe during the pandemic.
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Child Life Specialists: Making the Hospital Less Scary for Kids
Jennifer Seiler, MED, CCLS, discusses what a Child Life Specialist is and how they help children in the Emergency Department
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November 12: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on November 12, 2020.
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Treating Disorders of the Aging Voice - Perspectives in Medicine
Join Dr. Shumon I. Dhar, MD, as he discusses treating disorders of the aging voice
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GBMC Voices - Ep. 19 - Brenda
Meet Brenda, Radiology Quality and Patient Safety Coordinator
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GBMC Voices - Ep. 20 - Anne
Meet Anne, Registered Technologist, and how she and her team work together to produce the best images for our nurses, staff and doctors
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GBMC Voices - Ep. 21 - Jane
Meet Jane, Nuclear Medicine Technologist
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Why You Shouldn't Put Off Pediatric Vaccines and Check-ups Right Now - Infographic
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Offering Advanced Primary Care to Patients at GBMC Health Partners at Padonia
GBMC Health Partners is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location at the corner of York and Padonia Roads in Lutherville-Timonium!
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October 28: COVID-19 Update with President and CEO, John B. Chessare, MD, MPH
Dr. Chessare delivers a bi-monthly update on the COVID-19 situation for the GBMC community on October 28, 2020.
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Are You Getting Enough Sleep? Here’s Why It Matters
Dr. Stephanie Wappel, a Sleep and Pulmonary Physician at GBMC, offers suggestions for improving your sleep habits.
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WMAR House Calls with Dr. Kruti Patel
Kruti Patel, MD, is a radiation oncologist at GBMC
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WMAR House Calls with Dr. Sara Fogarty, DO, FACS
Sara Fogarty, DO, FACS, is the Director of the Sandra & Malcolm Berman Comprehensive Breast Care Center at Greater Baltimore Medical Center.
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WMAR House Calls with Dr. Priyanka Mittar, DO
Priyanka Mittar, DO, is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist at the Sandra and Malcom Berman Cancer Institute at GBMC.
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Dedication to Community at Work and Home
Brian and Mary Jo Rogers' three children were born at GBMC. According to Brian, "those days in 1985, 1987 and 1991 were certainly three very happy days for us." Though their children have long since grown and built lives in other places, where it all began will remain a permanent fixture on the walls of GBMC's new structure, The Promise Project.
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GBMC's Dr. Christine Helou discusses uterine fibroids on Midday Maryland
Christine M. Helou, MD, a board-certified gynecologist at GBMC, explains uterine fibroids and when to seek help for this potentially painful condition.
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GBMC Health Partners in Baltimore City - Primary Care for the Entire Family
You shouldn’t have to take off from work to see your doctor. Now you can get all the services of GBMC Health Partners Primary Care closer to home in Baltimore City.
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Meet the Internal Residency Program at GBMC
The GBMC Internal Medicine Residency Program recognizes the need for primary care physicians who can heal and lead in all corners of the U.S. healthcare space.
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Vaccines - Fact v. Fiction
Dr. Joseph Fuscaldo discusses the importance of vaccines in 2020, how vaccines work, and when a COVID-19 vaccine may be available.
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Should You Talk to Your Doctor About the Pneumonia Vaccine?
Most people are familiar with the flu vaccine, but did you know there’s also a vaccine that protects against pneumonia?
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