<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rWlPEmyrUpQ" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> The SAFE Program at GBMC is specifically trained and certified by the Maryland Board of Nursing to care for victims of rape, sexual assault, child abuse, and intimate partner violence. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/48OZOO9drjU" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Every cancer patient deserves a hospital that is always searching for the newest and most appropriate treatments. <br> <br> GBMC’s clinical research enable patients to access a wide array of clinical trials. Enrolling in trials allows patients the opportunity to potentially benefit from the latest breakthroughs, even before they become standard approaches. With more than 10% of all GBMC cancer patients enrolled in these studies, GBMC is going well beyond almost any other community hospital in the area to ensure patients have access to the latest therapies. <br> <br> Along with new drug treatments, these studies encompass quality of life issues, screening and cancer prevention, and underrepresented tumor sites. <br> <br> These trials are not only part of an effort to extend and save the lives of current patients, they are contributing to the development of therapies that will save lives far into the future. At GBMC, we’re committed to providing the best possible advantages to cancer patients. They’re ready to fight, we want to equip them with the best tools. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0fMUOamFWv4" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> When facing cancer, the way forward can look daunting and uncertain. At GBMC, an entire team is here to lead each patient through this journey. <br> <br> The team meets weekly to collaborate and determine the optimal treatment plan for each patient with cancer. These meetings bring together nurses and therapists who treat patients every day, the social workers and counselors who provide emotional and practical support, and the oncologists and specialists who bring their focused clinical expertise to each challenge. <br> <br> Cancer is nuanced and complicated, so GBMC brings together multiple perspectives to ensure each patient benefits from the combined expertise of the entire treatment team. <br> <br> Doctors also gain insights and knowledge of the full team on how to approach problems in new ways, with new techniques. <br> <br> The result is targeted solutions that take into account both the physical and emotional health of a patient as well as potential risks from specific therapy options. Each case and patient should be treated as an individual, not simply a diagnosis on a page. GBMC aims to treat you that way. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OFZqjKRDU_k" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Gilchrist is known for its compassionate care at the end of life. But they offer so much more than hospice. When older patients need more help than an advanced primary care office can provide, GBMC Health Partners seamlessly connects them to Gilchrist Elder Medical Care. A coordinated team offers medical care and support at every stage of serious illness to help older adults maintain the best quality of life. When faced with illness, it can be a relief to have someone to talk to about the big picture and get guidance on what's to come. Support is always just a phone call away. A team is there for all the needs that come with a serious illness; providing integrated medical care and guidance, help connecting to community resources and even volunteers to lend a hand. <br> <br> For those who have trouble leaving the house to get to doctors' appointments, we can bring primary care and support whenever and wherever it's needed. <br> <br> We can provide a geriatric specialist to perform comprehensive health assessments and coordinate care for people with multiple chronic illnesses. People with serious illnesses need help long before the end of life is near. Even before hospice, there's Gilchrist. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/75V1ZgdORxE" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> For many people, controlling weight gain is a daily struggle, but with learning and support, winning that battle gets a little easier. GBMC is combating diabetes and obesity by starting with education at our primary care practices. <br> <br> Our team provides the resources and guidance patients need to live healthier lives. We offer individual counseling or group sessions to educate patients on how to manage their diabetes; from nutrition and meal planning to properly using medications. Our team works with individuals to coordinate a plan specific to their needs. It could be a radical diet change, and incorporating exercise into their daily routine. Or if surgery is the right choice, we can seamlessly connect patients to the needed resources. Patients aren't just losing weight, they're gaining a ton of confidence. They're empowered and in control because of the support they receive. Intervention and education is what's going to keep our community healthy, out of the hospital, and at home with what matters most. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VuC3Om9Ijok" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Child life specialists at GBMC are dedicated to normalizing the hospital experience for children. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xdblmd-vWHs?ecver=1" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Lanny Dowell, the Parent Education Coordinator at GBMC, talks about the services available to new and expecting parents. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/a2M63LpPATs" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> The Vein Center at GBMC is on the cutting edge of minimally invasive, low risk treatment. The center offers on site evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to minimize travel and appointment times. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uGoFnjJ8qRQ" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Dr. JoAnn Z. Ioannou, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, GBMC Senior Vice President of Patient Care explains what is different about a nursing career at GBMC. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/03KuU-MowhA" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> “Working in an operating room is a team concept… it’s always a group project to perform the case and get the patient out safely. We’re in the room with the patient the entire time, we’re their watchdog.” <br> <br> — Alex Maynard, RN <br> <em>Produced by WMAR</em> </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/DJrK8Rg59fU" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Deborah Higgins, RN, MS of GBMC's Simulation Innovation Learning Center, talks about the benefits of creating real-life hospital situations to properly train individuals in the medical field. </p>
<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/w-gbaQR2NLI" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> When you are hurting, and the pain isn't physical, it can be challenging to know where to go to get help. <br> <br> What if, instead of just listening to your heart and lungs, your primary care doctor listened to your concerns? What if, instead of simply reading your pulse, your doctor read your expression for signs of worry? <br> <br> At GBMC, we treat all of you. Being well doesn’t just mean your physical health, it's about your mental health too. By design, our doctors ask specific questions. Are you depressed? Do you feel anxious or worry continuously about anything? <br> <br> If you need someone to talk to, you don't have to go far. Our partnership with Sheppard Pratt Health System means GBMC's advanced primary care centers have a full-time behavioral health consultant available right in the office to provide mental health evaluations and support in real time. No extra steps to get the help you need. <br> <br> And don't worry. If you need a psychiatrist, we can make it happen. As part of your healthcare team, care coordinators work to make sure you get the most comprehensive care possible. <br> <br> Your health shouldn't feel like a burden. Taking care of you is our privilege. </p>
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<iframe class="embed-responsive-item" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jtucbFC1a50" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe> <p class="article-body"> Healthcare is a confusing maze. It’s a scary, complicated and ever-shifting landscape. Without guidance, knowing where to go and what steps to take can feel like a guessing game. <br> <br> The industry is full of caring and compassionate individuals, but care typically ends the moment you step out of the exam room. No one worked as a team and no one took the lead to ensure patients are ultimately getting the care they need. <br> <br> Not anymore. GBMC HealthCare has implemented something new: The Patient Centered Medical Home. <br> <br> At our Advanced Primary Care centers, each primary care physician is a captain, leading a team focused on the unique needs of every individual patient. <br> <br> These physicians work closely with nurse care managers who act as guides through the confusing fog of decisions, medical jargon, and conflicting ideas. The extended team continues this care beyond the hospital and beyond 9 to 5 business hours, actively reaching out to ensure needs are met and results are achieved. <br> <br> Our specialists, care coordinators, behavioral health consultants, techs, nurses, pharmacists and others, all communicate and work together to strategically meet the needs of each and every person. Because, at GBMC, EVERY patient is our top priority. </p>
<p class="article-body"> According to the American Red Cross, someone in America receives a blood transfusion every two seconds. Five million patients will need blood this year. The good news is that it’s easy to help! The actual donation of one pint of “whole blood” takes only about 8 – 10 minutes and may benefit up to three people! <br> <br> The American Red Cross stresses that donating blood is very safe. Blood is always drawn using a new, sterile needle, which is used only once and then discarded. While the donation itself typically lasts up to 10 minutes, the entire process, from registration to refreshment, takes about one hour. <br> <br> Below is an overview of what to expect during donation of whole blood: </p> <ul> <li> <strong>Registration:</strong> After individuals first arrive for their blood donation appointments, they provide basic information about themselves and also show identification. </li> <li> <strong>Health History and Mini Physical:</strong> Potential blood donors confidentially answer questions about their health and travel history. Certain vitals are taken to ensure the individuals are eligible to donate. </li> <li> <strong>Donation:</strong> The individual’s arm is cleansed in the area the needle will be placed. A new, sterile needle is inserted to draw the blood, and the donor will feel a quick pinch. After about a pint of blood is collected, the donation process is finished. The “whole blood” is later separated into red cells, plasma, platelets and/or Cryoprecipitated Antihaemophilic Factor (a frozen blood product prepared from plasma). </li> <li> <strong>Refreshments:</strong> Donors enjoy complimentary refreshments and relax after their donation. Within about 10 or 15 minutes, they’re able to leave and continue with regular activities. </li> </ul> Within about 24 hours, plasma from the donation is replaced; red blood cells are replenished within approximately four to six weeks. A healthy donor may donate whole blood every 56 days <br> <br> <h2> Getting Involved </h2> GBMC holds community Red Cross Blood Drives throughout the year. The next is being held on <strong>Thursday, August 23, 2018</strong> from 5:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. To register for the next blood drive at GBMC, visit <a href="https://www.gbmc.org/redcross">gbmc.org/https://www.gbmc.org/redcross</a> or contact Bri Rogers at <a href="mailto:brogers@gbmc.org">brogers@gbmc.org</a> with any questions. <div class="end-of-story"> </div>
