Articles and Media Appearances

June 5, 2025

Dr. Shere-Wolfe explains the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease. (U.S. News & World Report)

  • ‌‌Kalpana D. Shere-Wolfe, MD, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

June 4, 2025

Dr. Raufman explains what can cause elevated liver enzymes, and how they can be lowered. (Parade)

  • ‌Jean-Pierre Raufman, MD, Chief of Gastroenterology at the University of Maryland Medical Center and the Moses Paulson, MD and Helen Golden Paulson Chair of the Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at the UM School of Medicine

June 2, 2025

Reavis explains the impact of creatine, a dietary supplement that is becoming more popular. (WTOP-FM)

  • Michael Reavis, RD, Nutrition Specialist at the University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Woodworth reacts to new studies on CAR-T cell therapy. (STAT)

  • ‌Graeme Woodworth, MD, Neurosurgical Oncologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor and Chair of Neurosurgery at the UM School of Medicine

May 30, 2025

Dr. Crino reacts to a new study that finds autism on the rise in adults. (WJZ-TV)

  • ‌Peter Crino, MD, PhD, Neurodevelopmental Disorders physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor and Chair of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine

May 29, 2025

Lai discusses the cybersecurity landscape in the health care industry. (Cyber Defense Radio)

  • Duc Lai, Chief Information Security Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System

May 27, 2025

Dr. Singman explains how eye tests can provide evidence of brain conditions. (Flow Space)

  • Eric Singman, MD, Neuro-Opthalmologist at the Friedenwald Eye Institute at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus and Professor of Ophthalmology at the UM School of Medicine

May 26, 2025

Dr. Norton-Rosko discusses the retention of nursing staff. (HealthLeaders)

  • Peggy Norton-Rosko, DNP, RN, Senior Vice President and System Chief Nurse Executive for the University of Maryland Medical System

May 24, 2025

Dr. McCoy explains how to interpret blood sugar readings. (Woman's World)

  • ‌Rozalina McCoy, MD, Endocrinologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology, and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

May 23, 2025

Dr. Hussain and a patient discuss the fight against cancer and raise the importance of initiatives like the Maryland Half Marathon & 5K. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Arif Hussain, MD, Oncologist at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

May 20, 2025

As part of National Stop the Bleed Week, Dr. Ghneim appeared on WJZ-TV and WBFF-TV segments, in which she demonstrated how to respond to traumatic injuries.

  • ‌Mira Ghneim, MD, Critical Care Surgeon at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine

A University of Maryland Medical Center lab supervisor opens up about her battle with advanced lung cancer, as Dr. Rosner discusses an uptick in women like her developing lung cancer without any history of tobacco use. (WJZ-TV)

  • ‌Jessica Kahler, Cytopathology Supervisor at the University of Maryland Medical Center
  • Samuel Rosner, MD, Oncologist at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

May 19, 2025

Dr. Vakharia reflects on a groundbreaking spinal tumor surgery in which he took part. (MPT)

  • ‌Kalpesh Vakharia, MD, MS, Otolaryngologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Chief of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Associate Professor of Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, and Director of the Facial Nerve Center at the UM School of Medicine

May 18, 2025

Dr. Siddiqui discussed prostate cancer in stories from outlets WTOP-FM, WBAL-AM and WBFF-TV in light of former President Joe Biden's diagnosis.

  • ‌M. Minhaj Siddiqui, MD, Director of Urologic Oncology and Robotic Surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine

May 16, 2025

Dr. Martin gives a tour of the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and shares some of the advances being made there. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Stuart Martin, PhD, Deputy Director of the Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Drs. Angela and Harry Brodie Professor of Translational Cancer Research at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Gatz offers heat safety tips for people attending the Preakness Stakes. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌David Gatz, MD, Assistant Medical Director of the Adult Emergency Department at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Aluko-Anuforom discusses how to build a client-patient relationship with your primary care physician. (WUSA-TV)

  • Toni Aluko-Anuforom, MD, Family Medicine physician with UM Capital Region Medical Group

May 15, 2025

Dr. Jones discusses the role of inflammation in heart disease. (Medscape)

  • ‌Niya Jones, MD, Cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Kim offers ways to improve blood sugar levels. (Woman's World)

  • Yoon Kook Kim, MD, Endocrinologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center

Goff discusses stroke risk among cancer patients. (WMAR-TV)

  • Lindsay Goff, BCN, RN, NREMT-P, Primary Stroke Program Coordinator at UM Upper Chesapeake Health

May 14, 2025

Dr. Netzer discusses the importance of involving family members and caregivers in treatment. (Medscape)

  • Giora Netzer. MD, Vice President and Chief Experience Officer of the University of Maryland Medical System

Dr. Klein reflects on transitioning from emergency medicine to IT. (Information Week)

  • ‌Joel Klein, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System

Dr. Shere-Wolf says Maryland's cases of Babesiosis, a non-native tick-borne illness, are likely to rise. (WYPR-FM)

  • ‌Kalpana D. Shere-Wolfe, MD, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

May 13, 2025

Dr. McCoy discusses a new type of diabetes linked to childhood malnutrition. (Verywell Health)

  • ‌Rozalina McCoy, MD, Endocrinologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology, and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

May 12, 2025

Dr. Nichols speaks about issues in pediatric mental health. (MPT)

  • Tanya Nichols, PhD, Psychologist at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital

May 2, 2025

Dr. Drummond discusses interactions between medications like Ozempic and Wegovy, and oral contraceptives. (Medscape)

  • ‌Rosa Drummond, MD, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellow at the University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Maldarelli reacts to an American Lung Association report that found high levels of smog in parts of Maryland. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Mary Maldarelli, MD, Pulmonology and Critical Care Fellow at the University of Maryland Medical Center

May 1, 2025

Dr. Gupta discusses the various tests available for colorectal cancer. (AARP)

  • Ekta Gupta, MD, Chief of Gastroenterology at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine, 

April 30, 2025

Haas and Dr. Neale highlight the work of the System's NEST program, which conducts remote fetal monitoring. (WUSA-TV)

  • Cristina Haas, MSN, Nurse Manager for the NEST program
  • Donna Neale, MD, Medical Director for NEST, OB/GYN at UM Capital Region Health Medical Group, and Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine

April 28, 2025

Dr. Falkri explains tests used to weigh heart risk, and offers tips for preventing heart issues. (MPT)

  • Abid Fakhri, MD, Cardiologist at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

April 25, 2025

Dr. Meier discusses advances in xenotransplantation surgery. (MPT)

  • Raphael P.H. Meier, MD, PhD, Transplant Surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine

April 22, 2025

Dr. Fakhri says UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center's new $10 million cardiac catheterization center will help the hospital better serve area residents. (WBAL-TV)

  • Asghar Fakhri, MD, Associate Chair of Cardiology at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

April 17, 2025

Dr. Farrior stresses the importance of making Black patients feel welcome in maternal care. (WMAR-TV)

  • Carmen Farrior, MD, MBA, OB/GYN at UM St. Joseph Medical Center and Adjunct Instructor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine

April 16, 2025

Dr. Kanagie-McAleese offers tips for how you can work more walking into your daily routine. (WJZ-TV)

  • Marie Kanagie-McAleese, MD, Pediatric Hospitalist and Lifestyle Medicine physician at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center

April 15, 2025

Dr. Suntha discusses his leadership philosophy, reflects on COVID-19 and discusses the System's plans for the future. (CEO Viewpoint)

  • Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System

April 11, 2025

Dr. Munir explains conditions that emerge with age that can make patients ineligible for LASIK eye surgery. (AARP)

  • ‌Wuqaas Munir, MD, Ophthalmologist at UM Eye Associates and Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the UM School of Medicine

April 9, 2025

Audia shares tips for waking up with more energy. (Real Simple)

  • Donna Audia, RN, Integrative Care Nurse at the University of Maryland Medical Center

April 8, 2025

Haas discusses the System's NEST program, which facilitates remote monitoring of labor and delivery. (TechTarget)

  • Cristina Haas, MSN, Nurse Manager for the University of Maryland Medical System’s NEST program

April 7, 2025

Dr. Norton-Rosko discusses the System's nursing staff and successes. (Becker's Hospital Review)

  • Peggy Norton-Rosko, DNP, RN, Senior Vice President and System Chief Nurse Executive for the University of Maryland Medical System

April 4, 2025

Dr. Kanagie-McAleese talks about a walking group she leads and the benefits of walking as an accessible exercise. (WMAR-TV)

  • Marie Kanagie-McAleese, MD, Pediatric Hospitalist and Lifestyle Medicine physician at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center

March 24, 2025

Dr. Raufman explains at what point stomach pain is reason to head to the emergency department. (HuffPost)

  • ‌Jean-Pierre Raufman, MD, Chief of Gastroenterology at the University of Maryland Medical Center and the Moses Paulson, MD and Helen Golden Paulson Chair of the Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Rocksmith discusses the treatment of and recovery from traumatic brain injuries. (MPT)

  • Eugenio Rocksmith, MD, Co-Director of the Brain Injury Unit at UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute, and Assistant Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine

March 22, 2025

Dr. Theyagaraj explains the prognosis for patients recovering from spinal cord strokes. (Newsweek)

  • Melita Theyagaraj, MD, Neurorehabilitation physician at the UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute

March 21, 2025

Dr. Lee discusses a new study on bacterial vaginosis, a common infection affecting women. (WBFF-TV)

  • Jessica K. Lee, MD, an OB/GYN physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and an Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine

March 20, 2025

Dr. Nurudeen highlights the hospital's Breast Health Center. (WMAR-TV)

  • ‌Suliat Nurudeen, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center

March 19, 2025

Dr. Lazarus says a hearing test available through the new AirPods Pro can be useful for younger listeners. (CNET)

  • Lachelle Lazarus, AuD, Audiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Hindudja discusses kidney health issues in light of National Kidney Disease Awareness Month (Talbot Spy)

  • ‌Anish Hinduja, MD, Medical Director of UM Shore Medical Group – Nephrology and Vice President of the Medical Staff at UM Shore Regional Health

March 18, 2025

Dr. Wickwire says the viral "sleepmaxxing" trend pursues a laudable goal but some of the strategies influencers are promoting are not backed by science. (Time)

  • ‌‌Emerson Wickwire, PhD, Psychologist and Sleep Disorder Specialist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus, and Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine and Section Head of Sleep Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

March 17, 2025

Dr. Patel discusses how natural supplements hold up to anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic. (Verywell Health)

  • Mihir K. Patel, MD, MS, an Internal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

March 14, 2025

Dr. Carter says a viral trend of using butter to help children fall asleep isn't entirely without scientific basis, but parents should talk to their pediatrician. (People)

  • ‌Rebecca Greenberg Carter, MD, Pediatrician at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Center for Pediatrics, and Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Division Head of General Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Shah discusses a lung transplant patient's recovery. (Newsweek)

  • ‌Nirav Shah, MD, Pulmonologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Center for Lung Health and Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

March 11, 2025

Dr. Schrank says measles' long incubation period makes it difficult to predict how it will spread. (The Baltimore Sun)

  • Greg Schrank, MD, MPH, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Hammershaimb explains the increase in measles cases and what Marylanders can do to protect themselves and their children. (WBAL-AM)

  • ‌‌‌Elizabeth Hammershaimb, MD, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital and Instructor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine

March 8, 2025

Synan previews the University of Maryland Medical Center's offerings at the B'More Healthy Expo. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Mariellen Synan, Community Outreach Manager at the University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Ntiri talks about the importance of representation in medicine. (Black Information Network)

  • ‌Shana Ntiri, MD, MPH, Family Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center, Director of the Baltimore City Cancer Program at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and Associate Professor of Family & Community Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

March 7, 2025

Dr. Schrank says vaccinations are key to preventing the spread of measles. (WBFF-TV)

  • Greg Schrank, MD, MPH, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

March 6, 2025

Dr. Pollock says that the high caffeine in energy drinks, when paired with other ingredients, makes them risky to consume before an intense workout. (WellnessPulse)

  • Jeremy Pollock, MD, Cardiologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center

Dr. Smith warns of the bacteria that may be lurking on your smartphone. (Parade)

  • ‌L. Leigh Smith, MD, MAS, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology & Public Health at the UM School of Medicine

March 5, 2025

Dr. Lee discusses so-called "functional medicine," which focuses on the root causes of illnesses rather than symptoms. (Self)

  • ‌Jessica R. Lee, MD, Internal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

March 3, 2025

Dr. Ghneim explains and demonstrates basic skills that bystanders can use if someone is suffering from a traumatic injury. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Mira Ghneim, MD, Critical Care Surgeon at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine

March 1, 2025

Dr. Pollak discusses what's needed to successfully investigate adverse events. (Healthcare Risk Management)

  • Andrew Pollak, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System, and the James Lawrence Kernan Professor and Chair of Orthopedics at the UM School of Medicine

February 28, 2025

Dr. Liu says she's been getting more calls about childhood vaccinations as the deadly Texas measles outbreak continues. (The Baltimore Banner)

  • Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

Dr. Schrank says measles pose serious risks, especially to at-risk groups. (U.S. News & World Report)

  • Greg Schrank, MD, MPH, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

February 27, 2025

In light of the deadly measles outbreak in Texas, Dr. Liu says vaccines like those typically given in early childhood are the best line of defense. (WBAL-TV)

  • Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, 

February 25, 2025

Dr. Davis explains how the transitional care clinic at UM Shore Regional Health can help heart failure patients transition from hospitalization to home. (Talbot Spy)

  • Ian Davis, MD, Medical Director of the Congestive Heart Failure Clinic at the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health

February 24, 2025

Dr. Hicks explains that the rate of cardiovascular issues remains high because of other factors like smoking and diabetes, even as cardiovascular treatment has advanced. (MPT)

  • Albert Hicks III, MD, MPH, Medical Director of Cardiac Transplantation at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

February 21, 2025

Dr. Sethuraman shows how Shock Trauma cares for patients suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning. (WMAR-TV)

  • Kinjal Sethuraman, MD, MPH, Medical Director of the Center for Hyperbaric and Dive Medicine at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

February 17, 2025

Dr. Gourab discusses advances in rehabilitation care and UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute's future. (Becker's Healthcare)

  • Krishnaj Gourab, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs at UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute and Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine

February 14, 2025

Dr. Owonikoko shares proactive ways to reduce cancer risk. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Taofeek Owonikoko, MD, PhD, Executive Director of the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Professor in Oncology in the Department of Medicine and Executive Director of the Program in Oncology at the UM School of Medicine

Febuary 13, 2025

Drs. Graber-Beck and Burger discuss the potential connection between low vaccination rates and a surge in flu cases. (The Baltimore Banner)

  • Wendie Graber-Beck, MD, Pediatrician at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
  • Scott Burger, DO, Chief Medical Officer of UM Urgent Care

February 11, 2025

Dr. Weintraub explains the challenges facing overdose prevention outreach to minority communities. (Baltimore Beat)

  • Eric Weintraub, MD, an addiction specialist and Division Director of Alcohol and Drug Abuse at the University of Maryland Medical Center and a Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Sunshine explains why eyes can become more sensitive to light later in life. (Scary Mommy)

  • ‌Sarah Sunshine, MD, Cornea Specialist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and UM Eye Associates, and Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the UM School of Medicine

February 10, 2025

Dr. Ntiri discusses small lifestyle changes that can improve your health. (MPT)

  • ‌Shana Ntiri, MD, MPH, Family Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center, Director of the Baltimore City Cancer Program at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and Associate Professor of Family & Community Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

February 7, 2025

Dr. Jerome says CPR performed by a quick-thinking bystander is the reason one of his patients is alive with no adverse effects following a heart attack. (WBAL-TV)

  • ‌Scott Jerome, DO, Sports Cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine, Director of Ambulatory Services and Outreach in Cardiology and Director of Sports Cardiology at the UM School of Medicine

February 6, 2025

Lai discusses challenges facing health care cybersecurity leaders. (This Week Health)

  • Duc Lai, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System

February 5, 2025

Dr. Weintraub says increased access to resources has helped drive overdose deaths downward. (WYPR-FM)

  • Eric Weintraub, MD, an addiction specialist and Division Director of Alcohol and Drug Abuse at the University of Maryland Medical Center and a Professor of psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine

February 4, 2025

Dr. Weintraub said officials could be doing more to reach marginalized populations suffering from drug abuse. (The Baltimore Banner)

  • Eric Weintraub, MD, an addiction specialist and Division Director of Alcohol and Drug Abuse at the University of Maryland Medical Center and a Professor of psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Corwell weighs the net safety benefits of new protective headgear designed for flag football players. (The Baltimore Sun)

  • ‌Brian Corwell, MD, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

February 3, 2025

Dr. Marks says it's important for first responders to look after their own emotional well-being after responding to a traumatic incident. (WBAL-TV)

  • ‌Madeline Marks, PhD, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine

January 31, 2025

Dr. Wickwire says proposals to do away with Daylight Saving Time are no small matter for our biological clocks. (Gray Television)

  • ‌Emerson Wickwire, PhD, Psychologist and Sleep Disorder Specialist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus, and Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine and Section Head of Sleep Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Lee explains the health impacts of a food dye recently banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌‌Jessica R. Lee, MD, Internal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 30, 2025

Temple discusses the role of forensic nurses and challenges they face. (The Spy Newspapers of Maryland)

  • Shannon Temple, BSN, RN, FNE A/P, Forensic Nurse Examiner Program Coordinator at UM Shore Regional Health

January 29, 2025

Dr. Falat explains the impact of the cold temperature of the Potomac River on the initial search efforts following the plane crash in Washington, D.C. (WRC-TV)

  • Cheyenne Falat, MD, Assistant Medical Director for the Adult Emergency Department at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 27, 2025

Dr. Hammershaimb talks about flu season and other seasonal illnesses in circulation. (MPT)

  • ‌‌Elizabeth Hammershaimb, MD, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital and Instructor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine

Goff discusses the treatment and recovery of a Vietnam War veteran and longtime UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center volunteer who suffered a stroke. (WJZ-TV)

  • Lindsay Goff, BSN, RN, NRP, Stroke Program Coordinator at UM Upper Chesapeake Health

January 23, 2025

Dr. Kundi says increased awareness and acceptance is driving increased use of Shock Trauma's GO TEAM at crash scenes. (EMS1)

  • ‌Rishi Kundi, MD, Vascular Surgeon at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Associate Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Packer explains potential causes of pain behind the knee. (The Healthy)

  • ‌Jonathan Packer, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon at UM Orthopedics and Associate Professor of Orthopedics at the UM School of Medicine

January 22, 2025

Dr. Lee explains the benefits of taking part in "dry January." (WYPR-FM)

  • ‌Jessica R. Lee, MD, Internal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Weiss discusses cold weather safety precautions during a recent chill. (Prince George's Community Television)

  • Merissa Weiss, MD, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at UM Capital Region Medical Center, 

January 18, 2025

Dr. Chaturvedi says puzzles are an easy way to help keep the memory sharp. (Parade)

  • Seemant Chaturvedi, MD, Neurologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center, Director of the UMMS Stroke Program and the Stewart J. Greenebaum Endowed Professor in Stroke Neurology at the UM School of Medicine

January 16, 2025

Dr. Ntiri reacts to a new study finding cancer rates on the upswing in certain demographics, including younger women. (WJZ-TV)

  • ‌Shana Ntiri, MD, MPH, Family Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center, Director of the Baltimore City Cancer Program at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and Associate Professor of Family & Community Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 15, 2025

Reavis says cranberry juice can be a useful part of your diet, but it's important to read labels. (Everyday Health)

  • Michael Reavis Jr., MS, RD, LDN, Clinical Dietitian at the University of Maryland Medical Center

January 14, 2025

Dr. Falat says dressing for cold weather isn't just about wearing layers, but what those layers are made of. (Time)

  • Cheyenne Falat, MD, Assistant Medical Director for the Adult Emergency Department at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Schlaffer says norovirus is highly contagious and puts patients at risk of dehydration. (Woman's World)

  • ‌‌Kathryn Schlaffer, MD, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 13, 2025

Sharing a personal anecdote of loss, Connors offers advice for those consoling loved ones whose homes were burned in the Los Angeles wildfires. (Time)

  • ‌Kay Connors, LCSW-C, Clinical Social Worker at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Instructor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Lee shares ways viewers can stick to their health-related resolutions. (MPT)

  • ‌Jessica R. Lee, MD, Internal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 10, 2025

Dr. Shah says the symptoms of black mold allergies are similar to those of other allergic reactions, but there are telltale signs to determine if black mold is present.  (U.S. News & World Report)

  • Nirav Shah, MD, Pulmonologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Center for Lung Health and Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

In interviews with WMAR-TV and WJZ-TV, Dr. Barrueto says several circulating illnesses, including RSV, are putting a strain on hospital emergency department resources.

  • Fermin Barrueto, MD, MBA, Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer of UM Upper Chesapeake Health 

January 9, 2025

Lai discusses his upbringing and background, as well as the current cybersecurity landscape in health care. (This Week Health)

  • Duc Lai, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System

January 7, 2025

Dr. Brown explains a surgery for a common complication of Crohn's disease. (HealthCentral)

  • ‌Rebecca Brown, MD, Colon and Rectal Surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Hammershaimb explains how to identify and respond to a case of norovirus. (Parade)

  • ‌‌Elizabeth Hammershaimb, MD, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital and Instructor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine

Drs. Maldarelli and Maron discuss their study on the Baltimore-area health impacts of smoke from Canadian wildfires. (Healio)

  • ‌Mary Maldarelli, MD, Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellow at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Post-Doctoral Fellow in Epidemiology & Public Health at the UM School of Medicine
  • Bradley Maron, MD, Cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and the Melvin Sharoky, MD Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 6, 2025

Dr. Popescu explains how a rise in several infectious diseases is putting a strain on hospitals. (Newsweek)

  • ‌Saskia Popescu, PhD, MPH, MA, Assistant Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health at the UM School of Medicine

January 5, 2025

Dr. Redd shares important precautions people should take ahead of winter weather. (WJZ-TV)

  • Vanessa Redd, MD, Chief of Emergency Medicine at UM St. Joseph Medical Center

January 3, 2025

Dr. Lee explains the health benefits of cutting out alcohol for "Dry January." (WBFF-TV)

  • ‌Jessica R. Lee, MD, Internal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

Dr. Liu explains precautions to take before letting your kids enjoy a snow day. (Yahoo)

  • Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center

Dr. Khanna reacts to a surgeon general advisory on the link between alcohol use and cancer risk. (Scripps News)

  • ‌Niharika Khanna, MD, Family Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Family Medicine at the UM School of Medicine

January 2, 2025

Dr. Redd says snow shoveling is a task too often undertaken by people who aren't properly conditioned for it. (AAA)

  • Vanessa Redd, MD, Chief of Emergency Medicine at UM St. Joseph Medical Center,