UMMS in the News 2022
September 29, 2022
- Kathy Fritze, RN, Obstetrics Nurse at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
- Ethan Rogers, MD, Breast Surgeon at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
September 28, 2022
Dr. Czinn warns about the dangers of sharing your bed with an infant child. (Fox News)
- Steven Czinn, MD, Professor and Chair of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine, and Pediatric Gastroenterologist and Chief of Pediatrics at University of Maryland Children’s Hospital
September 26, 2022
Shock Trauma offers Stop the Bleed training to Baltimore County school nurses. (WBAL-TV)
- Jennifer “CJ” Meyer, BSN, BA, BS, RN, a Senior Clinical Nurse at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
Meyer explains the value of Stop the Bleed training for community members. (WJZ-TV)
- Jennifer “CJ” Meyer, BSN, BA, BS, RN, a Senior Clinical Nurse at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
September 25, 2022
Shock Trauma clinicians train school nurses to respond to traumatic injuries. (WBAL-AM)
- Jennifer “CJ” Meyer, BSN, BA, BS, RN, a Senior Clinical Nurse at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
September 21, 2022
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Lisa Rowen, DNSc, RN, CENP, Chief Nurse Executive for the University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Haft highlights a promising new treatment for sleep apnea. (WBAL-TV)
- Sunny Haft, MD, Assistant Professor of Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Otolaryngologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center
September 20, 2022
- Lisa Rowen, DNSc, RN, CENP, Chief Nurse Executive for the University of Maryland Medical System
- Liz Cushing, RN, a trauma nurse at the University of Maryland Medical Center
- Naseem Ahmadi, a student nurse at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
September 15, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Jerome debunks claims energy drinks help accelerate weight loss. (HuffPost)
- Scott Jerome, DO, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center
September 14, 2022
- Lisa Rowen, DNSc, RN, CENP, Chief Nurse Executive for UMMS
- Alison Brown, MPH, BSN, President of the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
- Neel Vibhakar, MD, MBA, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer
Real-life events stress the need for drills, fine-tuning skills and partnerships in place. (WJZ-TV)
- Neel Vibhakar, MD, MBA, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer
- Carol Ann Sperry, RN, MS, CEN, Director of Emergency Services and Emergency Management
- Carol Ann Sperry, RN, MS, CEN, Director of Emergency Services and Emergency Management
September 12, 2022
- Deirdre Smith, CRNP, Vascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
September 6, 2022
- Thomas Scalea, MD, the Hon. Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery and Physician-in-Chief at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center
A Shock Trauma leader previews the annual Shock Trauma Honors Celebration. (WBAL-TV)
- Kristie Snedeker, DPT, Vice President of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
September 5, 2022
- Robbie Francisco, BSN, RN, PCCN, Senior Clinical Nurse I at the University of Maryland Medical Center
- Genevieve Vidal, BSN, RN, PCCN, Senior Clinical Nurse I at UMMC
- Deborah Trautman, PhD, RN, a UMMC board member
- Lisa Rowen, DNSc, RN, CENP, Chief Nurse Executive for the University of Maryland Medical System
September 2, 2022
- Emerson Wickwire, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine, and Section Head for Sleep Medicine at the UM School of Medicine, and Psychologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
September 1, 2022
The System is using an immersive program to bolster its nursing staff. (LinkedIn)
- Lisa Rowen, DNSc, RN, CENP, Chief Nurse Executive for the University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Khanna talks about what could be behind a recent drop in life expectancy. (WJLA-TV)
- Niharika Khanna, MD, MBBS, DGO, Professor of Family Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Family Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Molitoris talks about proton therapy used to treat certain types of cancer. (WMDT-TV)
- Jason Molitoris, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at the UM School of Medicine and Radiation Oncologist at the Maryland Proton Treatment Center.
August 31, 2022
UM St. Joseph Medical Center dedicates the Sandra R. Berman Heart Institute (Jmore)
- Thomas B. Smyth, President and CEO of UM St. Joseph Medical Center
- Sandra Berman, member of the Cardiac Integrated Care Committee at UM SJMC
- Ray Daue, Chair of the UM St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation Board of Directors
- Graeme Woodworth, MD, Professor and Chair of Neurosurgery at the UM School of Medicine and Neurosurgical Oncologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center
- Mark Mishra, MD, Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at the UM School of Medicine and Radiation Oncologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center
August 19, 2022
Dr. Laurens answers parents' questions about monkeypox. (WBFF-TV)
- Matthew Laurens, MD, Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital
August 18, 2022
- Tiffany Kuebler, MMS, Co-Medical Director of Clinical Informatics at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Physician Assistant at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
August 17, 2022
Dr. Tkaczuk discusses a newly-approved treatment for a certain type of breast cancer. (OncLive)
- Katherine Tkaczuk, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine, and Director of the Breast Evaluation and Treatment Program at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
August 15, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Knight talks about the new 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. (MPT)
- Stephanie Knight, MD, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine, and Chief of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
- Joshua Abzug, MD, Associate Professor of Orthopaedics and Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine, and Pediatric Orthopedic surgeon at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital
Dr. Griffith reflects on the pioneering xenotransplantation surgery. (Medscape)
- Bartley Griffith, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and transplant surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Lichenstein explains how a backpack should be worn to avoid back pain. (NBC News)
- Richard Lichenstein, MD, Professor of Pediatrics and Emergency Physician at University of Maryland Children's Hospital
August 12, 2022
Dr. Shah speaks about the relationship physicians build with patients in intensive care. (WHYY)
- Nirav Shah, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine and Associate Chief of Education and Faculty Development in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care at the UM School of Medicine, and Critical Care Pulmonologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
August 11, 2022
- Mark Shaver, MBA, Senior Vice President of Strategy, Physician Services and Business Development for UM Upper Chesapeake Health
August 10, 2022
- Allyson Curley, RN, IBCLC, Board-Certified Lactation Consultant at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
August 8, 2022
Dr. Webb touts efforts to foster a more diverse workforce in biomedical science. (WBAL-TV)
- Tonya Webb, PhD, Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology, and Assistant Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the UM School of Medicine
August 4, 2022
Dr. Levine evaluates the federal approach to managing the supply of monkeypox vaccines. (STAT)
- Myron Levine, MD, DTPH, Professor of Medicine, and Associate Dean For Global Health, Vaccinology And Infectious Diseases at the UM School of Medicine, and Pediatric Infectious Diseases Physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Liu tells parents what they can do to keep their children safe in the pool. (Severna Park Voice)
- Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
August 1, 2022
Dr. Berry says children are unlikely to catch the monkeypox virus. (Health)
- Andrea Berry, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital
July 27, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
July 25, 2022
Dr. Winters discusses the warning signs of heat-related illness. (MPT)
- Michael Winters, MD, Emergency Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
July 24, 202
Dr. Adebayo tells Marylanders how to stay safe during record heat (WBAL-TV)
- Omoyemi Adebayo, MD, Clinical Instructor at the UM School of Medicine and Emergency Physician at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
July 22, 2022
NBC Nightly News offers an extended look at the work being done in Shock Trauma. (NBC News)
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Francis X. Kelly Professor of Trauma Surgery and Director of the Program in Trauma at the UM School of Medicine, System Chief for Critical Care Services for University of Maryland Medical System, and Physician-in-Chief of Shock Trauma
- Heidi Halterman, MSN, RN, Charge Nurse of the Trauma Resuscitation Unit
- Rebecca Gilmore, MSN, RN, Trauma Program Manager
- Dane Nesbeth, Staff Chaplain
Dr. Adebayo offers tips for beating the summer heat. (WBAL-TV)
- Yemi Adebayo, MD, an Emergency Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center
July 21, 2022
- Mohini Bedi, MD, an Emergency Medicine physician at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
July 20, 2022
Dr. Wickwire explains how the heat can affect a person’s sleep. (The Weather Channel)
- Emerson Wickwire, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine and Section Head of Sleep Medicine at the University of Maryland Medical Center
July 19, 2022
Dr. Pollin highlights a volunteer-powered health data research project. (The Baltimore Sun)
- Toni Pollin, PhD, Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
- David Dalury, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon at UM St. Joseph Medical Center,
Dr. Berry explains the symptoms of Parechovirus following a CDC alert. (Healthline)
- Andrea Berry, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UM School of Medicine and Infectious Disease Pediatrician at the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital
July 18, 2022
- Aaron Rapoport, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Djordje Atanackovic, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Hematologist-Oncologist at UMGCCC
Dr. Salenger speaks about heart health issues. (MPT)
- Rawn Salenger, MD, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
Dr. Makhzoumi explains how aloe vera works to reduce inflammation and swelling. (Prevention)
- Zaineb Makhzoumi, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the UM School of Medicine
July 17, 2022
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Francis X. Kelly Professor of Trauma Surgery and Director of the Program in Trauma at the UM School of Medicine, System Chief for Critical Care Services for University of Maryland Medical System, and Physician-in-Chief of Shock Trauma
- Heidi Halterman, MSN, RN, Charge Nurse of the Trauma Resuscitation Unit
- Rebecca Gilmore, MSN, RN, Trauma Program Manager
- Dane Nesbeth, Staff Chaplain
July 14, 2022
- Jennifer Redding, LCSW-C, Executive Director of Behavioral Health at the University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health
July 13, 2022
- Jessica Lee, MD, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine; and OB-GYN at University of Maryland Medical Center
- William Carpenter, MD, Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine and Psychiatrist at the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center
July 11, 2022
- Angela Ginn-Meadow, RN, RDN, CDCES, Diabetes Grant Director at the University of Maryland Medical Center
July 7, 2022
Dr. Henry talks about first aid for someone suffering from a gunshot wound. (Everyday Health)
- Sharon M. Henry, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Critical Care Surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Carmen Farrior, MD, OB-GYN at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
- Andrea Fitzgerald, MD, OB-GYN with UM St. Joseph Medical Group
July 3, 2022
Dr. Taubenslag talks about fireworks safety. (WBAL-AM)
- Kenneth Taubenslag, MD, MPhil, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the UM School of Medicine and Ophthalmologist at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
July 1, 2022
Dr. Celebi talks about an Anne Arundel County teen facing a kidney transplant. (WJZ-TV)
- Neziha Celebi, MD, Instructor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Nephrologist at University of Maryland Children's Hospital
June 29, 2022
- Aaron Rapoport, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Hematologist at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Kathy Ruehle, RN, OCN, Blood and Marrow Transplant Coordinator at UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Bedi talks about the dangers of heat-related illness in children. (WBAL-TV)
- Mohini Bedi, MD, Emergency Physician at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
June 26, 2022
- Toni Pollin, PhD, Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
June 25, 2022
Dr. Efron talks about the impact of gun violence on Baltimore City. (The Afro-American)
- David Efron, MD, Professor of Trauma Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Medical Director and Chief of Trauma at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
June 23, 2022
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Getachew Teshome, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Physician at University of Maryland Children's Hospital
Dr. Klein talks about how health care CIO roles are evolving. (Becker's Hospital Review)
- Joel Klein, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System
- Emerson Wickwire, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine and Section Head of Sleep Medicine at the UM School of Medicine, and Psychologist in the Sleep Disorder Center at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
June 21, 2022
A tobacco coach talks about federal moves to lower the amount of nicotine in cigarettes. (WMAR-TV)
- Julia Melamed, BSN, RN, Tobacco Coach at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
- Amol Bakre, PT, MS, OCS, a Physical Therapist at UM Charles Regional Medical Center
June 17, 2022
- Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
June 16, 2022
Dr. Carter stresses the importance of sunscreen for kids. (NBC News)
- Rebecca Carter, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatrician at University of Maryland Children's Hospital
June 15, 2022
- Matthew Weir, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Nephrologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
June 13, 2022
Dr. Fletke speaks about men's health issues. (Maryland Public Television)
- Kyle Fletke, MD, Assistant Professor of Family & Community Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Family Physician at University of Maryland Medical Center
June 10, 2022
- Rodney Taylor, MD, MSPH, Professor and Chair of Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the UM School of Medicine; and Head and Neck Surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
June 9, 2022
- Jonathan Wendell, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and emergency physician at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
June 7, 2022
Dr. Bale explains the impact trauma can have on genes. (WYPR-FM)
- Tracy Bale, PhD, Professor of Pharmacology and Psychology and Director of the Center for Epigenetic Research in Child Health & Brain Development at the UM School of Medicine
June 3, 2022
- Karen Dates Dunmore, Senior Director of Community Engagement at University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Siegel talks about how to stay safe in hot weather. (WBFF-TV)
- Neil Siegel, MD, Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and family physician at University of Maryland Medical Center
June 2, 2022
- Seemant Chaturvedi, MD, Professor of Stroke Neurology at the UM School of Medicine, Director of the University of Maryland Medical System Stroke Program, and Neurologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
May 31, 2022
Dr. Galvagno speaks about safe workout strategies for first responders. (EMS1)
- Samuel Galvagno, DO, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at the UM School of Medicine and Critical Care Physician at University of Maryland Medical Center
May 25, 2022
- Gloria Reeves, MD, a child psychiatrist at University of Maryland Children's Hospital and an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Edwards tells parents how to talk to their children about school safety. (WTTG-TV)
- Sarah Edwards, DO, Medical Director, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Services at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine
- Sharon Hoover, PhD, Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Co-Director of the National Center for School Mental Health
May 22, 2022
- Aaron Rapoport, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at the UM Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
May 21, 2022
Dr. Chaudhari explains how residents should cope with hot weather. (WJZ-TV)
- Chirag Chaudhari, MD, Chair of Emergency Medicine at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
Dr. Chaudhari tells Preakness revelers how to stay cool. (WBAL-TV)
- Chirag Chaudhari, MD, Chair of Emergency Medicine at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
May 20, 2022
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
- Danielle Alston, RN, Clinical Nurse Supervisor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UM Capital Region Medical Center
May 19, 2022
Dr. Henry talks about lifesaving techniques anyone can employ after traumatic injuries. (WBAL-TV)
- Sharon Henry, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine, and Critical Care Surgeon and Director of the Division of Wound Healing and Metabolism at Shock Trauma
Shock Trauma leaders hold training sessions for National Stop The Bleed Day. (WJZ-TV)
- Sharon Henry, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine, and Critical Care Surgeon and Director of the Division of Wound Healing and Metabolism at Shock Trauma
- Brad Antlitz, BSN, RN, Neurotrauma Nurse Manager at Shock Trauma
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
May 18, 2022
- Faith Armstrong, MD, Critical Care Physician at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
- Danny Liang, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the UM School of Medicine; and Director of Neurosurgical Oncology at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
Dr. Henry talks about Stop the Bleed Week and Trauma Survivors Day. (WBFF-TV)
- Sharon Henry, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine, and Critical Care Surgeon and Director of the Division of Wound Healing and Metabolism at Shock Trauma
- Rebecca Gilmore, MSN, RN, TCRN, Trauma Program Manager at Shock Trauma
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Physician-in-Chief at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
May 13, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
- Kevin Cullen, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
- William "Brit" Kirwan, member of University of Maryland Medical Center Board of Directors
- Kevin Cullen, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Aaron Rapoport, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Hematologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
May 12, 2022
- Teri Young, MSB, BSN, RN-BC, Vice President of Clinical Systems and Chief of Clinical Informatics for the University of Maryland Medical System
May 10, 2022
Dr. Scalea talks about the strain gun violence places on trauma centers. (WBFF-TV)
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Physician-in-Chief at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
Nurses at Capital Region Medical Center were honored for Nurses Week. (WTTG-TV)
- Cynthia Sab, RN, an Emergency Department Nurse at UM Capital Region Medical Center
- Adeola Akindana, DNP, CDE, a Nurse Practitioner at UM Capital Region Medical Center
- Vanzetta V. James, DNP, MS, MBA, RN, CCRN-K, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer for UM Capital Region Medical Center
A post-anesthesia nurse talks about the challenges and rewards of the profession. (WJLA-TV)
- Breana Carraway, RN, a nurse in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit at UM Capital Region Medical Center
A cardiac nurse talks about the importance of compassionate care. (Severna Park Voice)
- Jaime Thiel, RN, Clinical Nurse at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
May 8, 2022
Ginn-Meadow talks about potential symptoms of diabetes. (Eat This, Not That!)
- Angela Ginn-Meadow, RD, LDN, CDE, Senior Diabetes Educator at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
Dr. Forbess talks about the treatment of a premature baby who needed open-heart surgery. (WBFF-TV)
- Joseph Forbess, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Surgical Director of the Children's Heart Program at University of Maryland Children's Hospital
Dr. Clayborne talks about predictions of another COVID wave. (CNN)
- Elizabeth Clayborne, MD, MA, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Emergency Medicine physician at UM Capital Region Medical Center
May 6, 2022
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
May 5, 2022
- Graeme Woodworth, MD, Professor of Neurosurgery at the UM School of Medicine and Neurosurgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
May 4, 2022
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Blanchard talks about the impact the System's elimination of race-based pregnancy risk calculations will have on equity. (Becker's Hospital Review)
- May Hsieh Blanchard, MD, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine and Chief of General Obstetrics and Gynecology at University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Nichols discusses American Cancer Society studies on proton beam therapy. (Patch)
- Elizabeth Nichols, MD, Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology at the UM School of Medicine and Vice Chair of Clinical Operations at the Maryland Proton Treatment Center
May 2, 2022
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
April 25, 2022
- Aaron Rapoport, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Oncologist at the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
April 24, 2022
A man makes a dramatic recovery one year after a double lung transplant. (WPMT-TV)
- Robert Reed, MD, Professor of Medicine, Medical Director of the Lung Transplant Program at the UM School of Medicine and Transplant Pulmonologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center
- Alexander Krupnick, MD, Professor of Surgery and Chief of Thoracic Surgery and Surgical Director of the Lung Transplant Program at the UM School of Medicine and Lung Transplant Surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center
April 22, 2022
- Harry Johnson, MD, Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Services, and Division Head of Urogynecology at the UM School of Medicine; and OB/GYN at the University of Maryland Medical Center
April 21, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
- Sarah Edwards, DO, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Medical Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Services at the UM School of Medicine, and Psychiatrist at University of Maryland Children’s Hospital
April 18, 2022
- Marian Currens, CRNP, Director of the Center for Addiction Medicine at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
Ginn-Meadow offers tips for keeping blood sugar in check. (Eat This, Not That!)
- Angela Ginn-Meadow, RD, LDN, CDE, Senior Diabetes Educator at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
April 16, 2022
Dr. Doctor sheds light on research into artificial blood products. (The Washington Post)
- Allan Doctor, MD, Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Critical Care Physician at University of Maryland Medical Center
April 13, 2022
Dr. Malik discusses the symptoms of penile yeast infections and how to treat them. (Self)
- Rena Malik, MD, Assistant Professor of Surgery and Director of Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery at the UM School of Medicine, and Urologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Jennifer Redding, LSCW-C, Executive Director of Behavioral Health for UM Upper Chesapeake Health
April 11, 2022
Dr. Powell talks about the use of social media to provide clinical training. (EMS1)
- Elizabeth Powell, MD, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Trauma Surgeon at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
April 8, 2022
Dr. Makhzoumi explains the causes and treatment for nummular eczema. (Self)
- Zaineb Makhzoumi, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the UM School of Medicine, and dermatologic surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Rachel Sherman, DNP, CRNP, Nurse Practitioner at UM Capital Region Medical Center
- Melisa Vyfhuis, MD, Visiting Assistant Professor of Radiation Oncology at the UM School of Medicine and Radiation Oncologist at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
April 7, 2022
Dr. Grattan talks about the discovery of microplastics in human blood. (WYPR)
- Lynn Grattan, PhD, Associate Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine and Clinical Neuropsychologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
March 30, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
- Sarah Larson, MS, Senior Director of the Oncology Service Line at UM Capital Region Health
- Bert O'Malley, MD, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical Center
March 28, 2022
Dr. Makhzoumi details alopecia, an autoimmune condition leading to partial or total baldness. (WTOP)
- Zaineb Makhzoumi, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at the UM School of Medicine, and dermatologic surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Kalina Hurley, PhD, Pediatric Neuropsychologist at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
March 25, 2022
Dr. Efron talks about demonstrations on how to stop bleeding after traumatic injuries. (WBFF-TV)
- David Efron, MD, Professor of Surgery in the Program in Trauma at the UM School of Medicine and Chief of Trauma and Medical Director of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
The System's top IT official talks about the keys to success in health IT. (Becker's IT Review)
- Joel Klein, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
March 24, 2022
Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital marks its centennial. (WJZ-TV)
- Sheldon Stein, President and CEO of Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
March 21, 2022
Dr. Crino talks about resources for parents of adults living with autism. (The Beacon)
- Peter Crino, MD, PhD, Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the UM Clinical Center for Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disorders
March 20, 2022
For Women's History Month, the System highlighted its female leaders. (The Daily Record)
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
- Alison Brown, MPH, BSN, President of University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
- Kathy McCollum, President and CEO of UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
- Elizabeth Wise, MSN, MBA, President and CEO of UM Upper Chesapeake Health
Dr. Malik talks about the diuretic properties of coffee. (Mashed)
- Rena Malik, MD, Assistant Professor and Director of Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Urologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
March 16, 2022
- Gwen Alexander, Therapy Manager at UM Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Institute
March 17, 2022
- Joseph J. DiCubellis, RPh, MPH, Senior Director of Pharmacy Service for University of Maryland Medical System and Senior Director of Pharmacy for University of Maryland Medical Center
- Jen Kogan, PharmD, Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Manager at University of Maryland Medical Center
A diabetes educator talks about quick and easy healthy snacks. (WBFF-TV)
- Angela Ginn-Meadow, RD, LDN, CDE, Senior Diabetes Educator at University of Maryland Medical Center
March 14, 2022
- Kirti Shetty, MD, Professor of Medicine and Director of Hepatology and Medical Director of Liver Transplantation at the UM School of Medicine, and Hepatologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
March 11, 2022
Dr. Kewalramani talks about how to tell COVID-19 apart from allergy symptoms. (Eat This, Not That)
- Anu Kewalramani, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Allergy Physician at University of Maryland Medical Center
March 10, 2022
- Dan Lemkin, MD, MS, Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine, Emergency Room Physician at University of Maryland Medical Center, Medical Director of the UMMS Center for Technology Innovation and Senior Director of Information Systems & Technology
March 9, 2022
Wise adjusts to new role at UM Upper Chesapeake Health. (The Aegis)
- Elizabeth Wise, MSN, MBA, President and CEO of UM Upper Chesapeake Health
March 8, 2022
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Scalea says violent crime is taking a toll on Shock Trauma staff. (WBFF-TV)
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and Physician-in-Chief at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
March 7, 2022
Dr. Cullen discusses advances in cancer research (MPT)
- Kevin Cullen, MD, Professor of Oncology at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center at University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Harrison explains demyelination, a key factor in the development of multiple sclerosis. (Self)
- Daniel Harrison, MD, Associate Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center at University of Maryland Medical Center
March 3, 2022
- Stephen Seliger, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Nephrologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Joseph Wright, MD, MPH, Vice President and Chief Health Equity Officer for University of Maryland Medical System
- Jessica Leuchtenburg, MD, Internal Medicine Resident at University of Maryland Medical Center
March 1, 2022
Dr. Marcozzi talks about efforts to catch up with the omicron surge. (The Daily Record)
- David Marcozzi, MD, Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine, COVID-19 Incident Commander for University of Maryland Medical System and Chief Clinical Officer/SVP for University of Maryland Medical Center
Researchers speak about a pioneering treatment for Parkinson's Disease. (WJZ-TV)
- Howard Eisenberg, MD, Professor of Neurosurgery and Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at the UM School of Medicine and Neurosurgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Paul Fishman, MD, PhD, Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine and Neurologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
February 28, 2022
Dr. Custer discusses the latest science on how COVID-19 affects children. (MPT)
- Jason Custer, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine, and Director of Patient Safety and Medical Director of the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Doee Kitessa, MD, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine and an OB-GYN at University of Maryland Medical Center
A UM Capital Region Health surgeon talks about the phases of postpartum recovery. (Romper)
- Otis Stitt, MD, Adjunct Instructor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine and an OB-GYN with UM Capital Region Health
A dietician recommends healthy late-night snacks. (Shape)
- Kelly O'Connor, LDN, CDE, Registered Dietitian at the Kaufman Cancer Center at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
Dr. Harrison explains the progression of multiple sclerosis. (Self)
- Daniel Harrison, MD, Associate Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Multiple Sclerosis Center at University of Maryland Medical Center
February 17, 2022
Dr. Gourdine talks about health in the Black community. (Agilon Health)
- Michelle Gourdine, MD, Interim Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President for Population Health and Primary Care for University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Hoover discusses a nonprofit's report on the mental health of area students. (WTTG)
- Sharon Hoover, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Co-Director of the National Center for School Mental Health at the UM School of Medicine, and Psychologist at University of Maryland Medical Center
Dr. Findley discusses how African Americans can limit their risk of heart disease. (Afro-American)
- Clarence Findley, MD, PhD, Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Program Director of Structural Heart Disease at UM Capital Region Health
February 15, 2022
Dr. Weir discusses kidney stone prevention. (Livestrong)
- Matthew Weir, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Division of Nephrology at University of Maryland Medical System
February 14, 2022
- Matthew Frieman, PhD, Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at the UM School of Medicine
February 13, 2022
Dr. Levine and Kristy Wheeler talk about treating post-COVID conditions. (Baltimore Sun)
- Andrea R. Levine, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine and Program Director of the Critical Care Medicine Fellowship at the UM School of Medicine and Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Kristy Wheeler, MSN, RN, CNOR, Senior Clinical Nurse at University of Maryland Medical Center
February 11, 2022
Dr. Fitzpatrick talks about the need for masks. (WBFF-TV)
- Meagan Fitzpatrick, PhD, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
February 10, 2022
Cynthia Kelleher talks about a nationwide spike in patient violence. (Bloomberg)
- Cynthia Kelleher, MPH, MBA, President and CEO of UM Rehabilitation & Orthopedic Institute
February 9, 2022
Dr. Barrueto discusses the impact of a nationwide blood shortage on Harford County. (Aegis)
- Fermin Barrueto, MD, Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer of UM Upper Chesapeake Health
February 8, 2022
Dr. Closson discusses preventing common childhood injuries. (Baltimore's Child)
- Forrest Closson, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Physician at University of Maryland Children's Hospital
February 7, 2022
Gov. Larry Hogan visited UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center to begin Healthcare Heroes Appreciation Week. Media coverage includes WJZ-TV, Capital Gazette, WBAL-TV and WMAR.
- Kathleen McCollum, President and CEO of UM BWMC
- Charlotte Holt, Environmental Services at UM BWMC
- Patricia Lynn Patterson, RN, BSN, CNML, Nurse Manager in Progressive Care at UM BWMC
- Riffat Chaudhry, RT, Respiratory Therapist at UM BWMC
- Alisa Larbalestrier, MD, Emergency Medicine at UM BWMC
February 4, 2022
- Sarah Schmalzel, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Medical Director at the THRIVE Program in the University of Maryland Center for Infectious Disease
- Eric Anderson, a Ryan White Eligibility Specialist in the Institute of Human Virology at the UM School of Medicine
February 3, 2022
Dr. Clayborne talks about nursing shortages. (Yahoo Finance Live)
- Elizabeth Clayborne, MD, MA, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Emergency Medicine physician at UM Capital Region Medical Center
February 1, 2022
Dr. Schrank discusses the groups most likely to become hospitalized or die of COVID-19. (WTOP)
- Gregory Schrank, MD, MPH, hospital epidemiologist at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Wickwire talks about sleep habits. (Baltimore magazine)
- Emerson Wickwire, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Insomnia Program at the UM School of Medicine and Psychologist in the Sleep Disorders Center at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
January 31, 2022
- Matthew Frieman, PhD, Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at the UM School of Medicine
January 28, 2022
- Mohammad Sajadi, MD, Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Infectious Diseases physician at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Jacqueline Bork, MD, Visiting Instructor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
January 27, 2022
- Gregory Schrank, MD, MPH, hospital epidemiologist at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
January 26, 2022
Dr. Doctor discusses research into artificial blood. (Scripps’ national bureau)
- Allan Doctor, MD, Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine and Critical Care Pediatrician at University of Maryland Medical Center
January 24, 2022
- Stephanie Knight, MD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine and Chief of Psychiatry and Vice President of the Medical Staff at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus
- William Huffner, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs for UM Shore Regional Health
January 21, 2022
Dr. Fontaine talks about a shortage of blood donations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Baltimore Sun)
- Magali Fontaine, MD, PhD, Medical Director of Transfusion Services at University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Pathology at the UM School of Medicine
- Muhammad Mohiuddin, MBBS, Director of the Cardiac Xenotransplantation Program at University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
January 19, 2022
- Omer Awan, MD, MPH a musculoskeletal radiologist at University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Professor of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine and Associate Vice Chair of Education in the Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
- Amit Chandra, MD, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
- J. David Gatz, MD, Assistant Medical Director of the Adult Emergency Department at the UMMC Downtown Campus and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
January 18, 2022
Dr. Scalea discusses his 25 years at Shock Trauma. (WYPR's "Midday")
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician in Chief at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
January 17, 2022
- Bartley Griffith, MD, transplant surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
January 14, 2022
Dr. Schrank discusses the new rules requiring insurers to cover rapid COVID-19 tests. (WBFF-TV)
- Gregory Schrank, MD, MPH, hospital epidemiologist at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Marcozzi discusses the proper use of N95 and KN95 masks. (WMAR-TV)
- David Marcozzi, COVID-19 Incident Commander for the University of Maryland Medical System; Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer for University of Maryland Medical Center; and Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
January 13, 2022
Dr. Marcozzi discusses potential new masking guidelines from federal officials. (WBFF-TV)
- David Marcozzi, MD, COVID-19 Incident Commander for the University of Maryland Medical System, Senior Vice President/Chief Clinical Officer for University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Schrank discusses the slow rollout of COVID-19 antivirals. (Associated Press)
- Gregory Schrank, MD, MPH, hospital epidemiologist at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Berry talks about how the omicron variant is impacting children's safety at school. (Healthline)
- Andrea Berry, MD, a pediatric infectious diseases physician at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine
January 12, 2022
Drs. Griffith and Mohiuddin discuss the milestone xenotransplantation surgery and the patient's condition. Media coverage includes USA Today and Science.
- Bartley Griffith, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and transplant surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Muhammad M. Mohiuddin, MBBS, Professor of Surgery and Director of the Cardiac Xenotransplantation Center at the UM School of Medicine
January 11, 2022
Dr. Custer answers common questions parents have asked about COVID-19. (WJLA-TV)
- Jason Custer, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Medical Director of the Pediatric ICU at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Huffner talks about the status of COVID-19 at UM SRH hospitals. (Spy Newspapers)
- William Huffner, MD, Chief Medical Officer of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health
Drs. Griffith and Mohiuddin carried out the first-ever transplant of a pig heart into a living recipient. Media coverage includes The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Baltimore Sun, CNN, NBC News and the Associated Press.
- Bartley Griffith, MD, Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine and transplant surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Center
- Muhammad M. Mohiuddin, MBBS, Professor of Surgery and Director of the Cardiac Xenotransplantation Center at the UM School of Medicine
January 7, 2022
- Nicole Beeson, RN, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System
January 6, 2022
Dr. Cunningham talks about hospitals moving to crisis standards of care. (Catholic Review)
- Gail Cunningham, MD, Chief Medical Officer at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
Dr. Suntha talks about Gov. Larry Hogan's announcement of COVID-19 testing sites opening up at hospitals statewide. Dr. Suntha appeared with Governor Hogan at a press conference outside UM Laurel Medical Center. Media coverage includes WJZ-TV and The Baltimore Sun.
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System
January 5, 2022
- David Marcozzi, MD, COVID-19 Incident Commander for University of Maryland Medical System, Senior Vice President/Clinical Care Officer at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
- Michael Winters, MD, an emergency physician at University of Maryland Medical Center and Vice Chair of Clinical and Administrative Affairs and Professor of Medicine and Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
January 4, 2022
Dr. Scalea marked 25 years with Shock Trauma. Media coverage includes WBAL-TV, WJZ-TV, WBFF-TV and WMAR-TV.
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician in Chief at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, the System's Chief for Critical Care Services, and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
- Stella Hines, MD, a pulmonary critical care physician at University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
January 1, 2022
- David Marcozzi, MD, COVID-19 Incident Commander for University of Maryland Medical System, Senior Vice President/Clinical Care Officer at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Hall and William Grimes discuss the hospitals each moving to crisis standards of care. (WRC)
- Trudy Hall, MD, Vice President and Deputy Chief Medical Officer for UM Capital Region Health
- William Grimes, Vice President of Ancillary Services for UM Charles Regional Medical Center