Keeping Your Brain Healthy As You Age - Perspectives in Medicine

A new school year is starting, and the uncertainty that accompanied 2020 continues. Anthony Chico, DO, Medical Director of Emergency Psychiatry at GBMC HealthCare, says while the transition from virtual to in-person learning might not be easy for everyone, it is vitally important for children.

Stephanie Boblooch, Team Coordinator and Social Worker at Greater Baltimore Cleft Lip and Palate discusses what Cleft Lip and Palate is.

Radiation treatment consists of focused X-ray therapy based on the patient's anatomy and where the cancer is located. It starts with a consultation with one of the Radiation Oncology physicians in the Berman Cancer Institute at GBMC to determine candidacy. From there, a simulation appointment is scheduled. During the simulation, or "treatment planning" appointment, personal immobilization devices are utilized.

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.

“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.

Join Dr. Shumon I. Dhar, MD, as he discusses treating disorders of the aging voice

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.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, millions of people of all ages have found themselves unexpectedly hospitalized or critically ill. In these uncertain times, how do you make sure your healthcare wishes are honored?