UMMS in the News
April 11, 2024
- Timothy Chryssikos, MD, PhD, Neurosurgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the UM School of Medicine
April 10, 2024
Dr. Drogula explains how metastatic breast cancer is diagnosed and managed. (Everyday Health)
- Cynthia Drogula, MD, Breast Surgeon with UM Baltimore Washington Medical Group and Assistant Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
April 8, 2024
Dr. Sunshine stresses the importance of proper eyewear for viewing a solar eclipse. (WTTG-TV)
- 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
April 5, 2024
Dr. Sunshine discusses eye safety ahead of the upcoming solar eclipse. (WBFF-TV)
- 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
April 4, 2024
- Jyoti Kanwar, MBBS, Psychiatrist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine
April 3, 2024
Dr. Coles discusses her background and reflects on her career. (Minority Nurse)
- Kendra Coles, DNP, RNC-OB, C-EFM, NEA-BC, Director of Women’s & Children’s Services at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
April 2, 2024
Dr. Kanwar discusses the fear of driving over bridges. (WMAR-TV)
- Jyoti Kanwar, MBBS, Psychiatrist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine
April 1, 2024
Dr. Loran discusses habits people with prediabetes ought to avoid. (EatingWell)
- Jocelyne Loran, RD, LDN, CDCES, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at UM Charles Regional Medical Center
March 29, 2024
- Mohamed Ibrahim, MD, Vascular Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
March 28, 2024
Dr. Lee discusses state funding for the training of abortion care providers. (Capital News Service)
- Jessica K. Lee, MD, OB-GYN at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine
March 22, 2024
Dr. McCoy explains the costs and benefits of drugs like Ozempic. (The Baltimore Banner)
- 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
Dr. Lee discusses the availability of the first over-the-counter birth control pill. (WBFF-TV)
- Jessica K. Lee, MD, OB-GYN at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine
March 20, 2024
Dr. King discusses a System study on racially biased results from pulse oximeters. (CNN)
- Roderick King, MD, MPH, Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System
March 19, 2024
- Elizabeth Nichols, MD, Gynecologic Radiation Oncologist at the Maryland Proton Treatment Center and Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the UM School of Medicine
March 18, 2024
- 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
March 15, 2024
- Nat Richardson Jr., President and CEO, UM Capital Region Health
- Sarah Larson, MS, Senior Director of Oncology Services, UM Capital Region Health
- Melissa Vyfhuis, MD, PhD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology, UM Capital Region Health
- Magesh Sundaram, MD, Medical Director of Cancer Services at UM Capital Region Health and Associate Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
March 14, 2024
- Katherine R. Goetzinger, MD, Maternal and Fetal Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Associate Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine
- Shifa Turan, MD, Director of the Fetal Heart Program at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the UM School of Medicine
- Zaineb Makhzoumi, MD, MPH, Dermatologic Surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Section Head for Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology and Director of Clinical Services in Dermatology at the UM School of Medicine
March 13, 2024
Bosah is highlighted for her career in nursing leadership. (Minority Nurse)
- Barbara Bosah, MS, RN, PCCN, Nurse Manager in the Thoracic and Surgical Intermediate Care Unit and Vascular Progressive Care Unit at the University of Maryland Medical Center
March 9, 2024
Dr. Wickwire offers tips for adjusting one's sleep schedule to Daylight Saving Time. (WBFF-TV)
- 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 8, 2024
- Michael Schwartzberg, Senior Director of Media Relations for the University of Maryland Medical System
- Pat Vizzard, MBA, Vice President of Supply Chain Management for the University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Miller explains how grief can affect the brain. (The Washington Post)
- Christopher W.T. Miller, Psychiatrist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine
- Joel Klein, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Leong discusses the benefits of platelet-rich plasma as an alternative to surgery. (WBFF-TV)
- Natalie Leong, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon with UM Orthopaedics and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics at the UM School of Medicine
Wickwire discusses the causes, health consequences and potential remedies for snoring. (CNN)
- 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
Katz explains her role and offers nutrition tips. (TLC-MD)
- Lizzy Katz, RD, CDCES, Diabetes Program Coordinator at UM Capital Region Health
March 7, 2024
- Jon Burns, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System
- Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, President and CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System
- Pat Vizzard, MBA, Vice President of Supply Chain Management for the University of Maryland Medical System
Dr. Lane reacts to a viral video of a woman who discussed bathing with her children. (Today.com)
Wendy Lane, MD, MPH, Child Abuse Pediatrician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine
March 6, 2024
Hiller offers remedies for lower back pain. (Woman's World)
- Erica Hiller, CRNP, Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner at the University of Maryland Medical Center
- 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
March 4, 2024
- Natalie Leong, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon with UM Orthopaedics and Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Jerome discusses the heart benefits of isometric exercise. (Everyday Health)
- 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
Dr. Wickwire shares tips for adjusting to the start of Daylight Saving Time. (MPT)
- 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 2, 2024
Loran identifies foods that help with insulin resistance. (Parade)
- Jocelyne Loran, RD, LDN, CDCES, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at UM Charles Regional Medical Center
Starting at 13:15, Dr. Liu discusses the recent rise in measles cases. (WBAL-AM)
- Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
March 1, 2024
Dr. Laurens discusses the recent rise in norovirus cases. (WBFF-TV)
- Matthew Laurens, MD, Pediatric Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Schrank explains the new CDC isolation guidelines for COVID-19. (Yahoo Life)
- 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
Davis explains how a lymphatic massage can be performed at home. (Verywell Mind)
- Cathy Davis, OT/L, CPAM, CLT, Clinical Specialist in Rehabilitative Services at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
February 29, 2024
Dr. Khanna reacts to a bill that would ban on tobacco products in Baltimore City stadiums. (WBFF-TV)
- Niharika Khanna, MD, MBBS, DGO, Family Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Professor of Family Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
- Leah Wolferman, BSN, RN, Nurse Manager at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
- Lyla Lough, BSN, RN, Clinical Nurse II at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
February 28, 2024
- Kimberly Cook, BSN, RN, Director of Nursing Administration Staffing at UM Capital Region Medical Center
February 26, 2024
Dr. Ntiri speaks about cancer prevention, in light of Cancer Prevention Awareness Month. (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 23, 2024
- Mukta Srivastava, MD, Cardiologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Falat explains the severe damage that frostbite can cause. (Verywell Health)
- 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
February 21, 2024
Dr. Winakur offers ways to reduce heart disease risk. (Healthline)
- Shannon Winakur, MD, Cardiologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
- Kathy McCollum, President and CEO of UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
- Kathy Burk, Executive Director of the BWMC Foundation
February 20, 2024
- 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 19, 2024
- Claudia Dal Molin, DO, Sports Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Assistant Professor of Orthopedics and Director of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Education at the UM School of Medicine
February 16, 2024
Dr. Schrank discusses new CDC isolation guidelines for people with COVID-19. (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
- 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
February 14, 2024
Dr. Bower offers at-home remedies for throat pain. (Everyday Health)
- Nicholas Bower, DO, Regional Medical Director for UM Urgent Care
Dr. Mukherjee explains the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest. (Everyday Health)
- Ratnakar Mukherjee, MD, Chair of Cardiology at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
February 13, 2024
- Niharika Khanna, MD, MBBS, DGO, Family Medicine physician and Professor of Family Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
February 12, 2024
Dr. Forman discusses how to respond to stomach pain. (Parade)
- Joshua Forman, MD, Gastroenterologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
For American Heart Month, Dr. Winakur spoke about heart health issues. (MPT)
- Shannon Winakur, MD, Cardiologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
February 11, 2024
Shock Trauma is using a high-tech simulation center to prepare the surgeons of tomorrow. (WBAL-TV)
- Samuel Tisherman, MD, Director of the Division of Critical Care and Trauma Education at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Director of the Surgical ICU at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
- Benjamin Neustein, MAT, Training and Simulation Manager for the Center for Critical Care and Trauma Education at Shock Trauma
- Andrew Kithas, MD, Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellow at UMMC
February 10, 2024
- Christine Crabbs, Senior Director of Community and Population Health for the University of Maryland Medical Center
February 9, 2024
- Rishi Kundi, MD, Vascular Surgeon at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Associate Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
Ahead of the Super Bowl, Drexler stresses the dangers of sports betting. (WBFF-TV)
- Mary Drexler, MSW, Program Director for the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling at the UM School of Medicine
February 8, 2024
Dr. Ntiri discusses a projected rise in cancer cases. (Medical News Today)
- 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
Dr. Klein talks about how hospital IT teams should select devices for clinical use. (HealthTech)
- Joel Klein, MD, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System
February 6, 2024
- Elizabeth Wise, MSN, MBA, President and CEO of UM Upper Chesapeake Health
- Jennifer Redding, LCSW-C, Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services for UM UCH and the Klein Family Harford Crisis Center
The new UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Aberdeen will offer cutting-edge care. (WBAL-TV)
- Elizabeth Wise, MSN, MBA, President and CEO of UM Upper Chesapeake Health
- Fermin Barrueto, MD, Chief Medical Officer for UM Upper Chesapeake Health
Dr. Ward touts the benefits of the new medical center in Aberdeen. (WJZ-TV)
- Colin Ward, DrPH, MPH, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for UM Upper Chesapeake Health
February 2, 2024
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician-in-Chief of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
February 1, 2024
Shock Trauma doctors, nurses and advocates met with lawmakers in Annapolis. (WBFF-TV)
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician-in-Chief of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
- Kristie Snedeker, DPT, Vice President of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
- Jennifer Redding, LCSW-C, Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services for UM Upper Chesapeake Health and the Klein Family Harford Crisis Center
January 30, 2024
Dr. Nitri stresses the importance of cancer screenings. (WBFF-TV)
- Shana Nitri, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at the UM School of Medicine and Director of the Baltimore City Cancer Program at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Marie Kanagie-McAleese, MD, Pediatric Hospitalist at UM Upper Chesapeake Medical Center
- Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
- Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
January 29, 2024
Dr. Schrank discusses the recent surge of COVID-19 cases. (MPT)
- 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
January 26, 2024
- David Benavides, MD, PhD, Neurologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Assistant Professor of Neurology at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Jerome discusses the health impacts of seated work. (WBFF-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
- David Caiseda, MD, OB/GYN at UM Charles Regional Medical Center
January 25, 2024
- Rebecca Gilmore, MSN, RN, TCRN, Trauma Program Manager at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
- Joshua Forman, MD, Gastroenterologist at UM St. Joseph Medical Center
January 24, 2024
- Samuel Tisherman, MD, Director of Division of Critical Care and Trauma Education at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Director of the Surgical ICU at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
- Samuel Tisherman, MD, Director of Division of Critical Care and Trauma Education at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, Director of the Surgical ICU at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Professor of Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Moran discusses diabetes resources and the upcoming B'More Healthy Expo. (WBFF-TV)
- Alexandra Moran, PhD, Director of the Diabetes Program at the University of Maryland Medical Center
January 23, 2024
Dr. Leekha talks about the System's new masking guidelines. (Medscape)
- Surbhi Leekha, MD, Medical Director for Infection Prevention at the University of Maryland Medical System, Infectious Diseases physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
- Daniel Maluf, MD, Professor of Surgery and Director of the Program in Transplantation at the UM School of Medicine, and Transplant Surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center
January 22, 2024
Dr. Wickwire explains why winter is a great time to catch up on sleep. (WTOP-FM)
- 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. Dal Molin shares tips on how to keep resolutions related to weight loss. (MPT)
- Claudia Dal Molin, DO, Sports Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center, and Assistant Professor of Orthopedics and Director of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Education at the UM School of Medicine
January 19, 2024
Dr. Falat talks about what to do to avoid frostbite, or when symptoms first appear. (WBFF-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
Kozel previews the planned UM Shore Regional Medical Center in Easton. (WMDT-TV)
- Ken Kozel, MBA, President and CEO of UM Shore Regional Health
January 18, 2024
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician-in-Chief of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician-in-Chief of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
January 17, 2024
Dr. Scalea says additional money for trauma centers could save lives. (The Washington Post)
- Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician-in-Chief of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Cullen stresses the importance of cancer screenings. (WJZ-TV)
- Kevin Cullen, MD, Oncologist at the UM Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center and Marlene & Stewart Greenebaum Distinguished Professor of Oncology at the UM School of Medicine
- 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. Wright offers tips on guarding kids against hypothermia as they play in the snow. (WTOP-FM)
- Christian Wright, MD, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the UM School of Medicine
January 16, 2024
Dr. Liu says children are more vulnerable to the cold than adults. (Yahoo)
- Esther Liu, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center
January 15, 2024
Dr. King talks about what motivates him in his work for health equity. (The Afro)
- Roderick King, MD, MPH, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for the University of Maryland Medical System
January 12, 2024
- Mark Gladwin, MD, Dean of the UM School of Medicine
- Jeannie Law, MD, Hematologist at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UM School of Medicine
Dr. Lee offers tips to help people avoid injuries while shoveling snow. (Fox News)
- Sarah Lee, MD, Emergency Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus and Instructor at the UM School of Medicine
January 10, 2024
New treatment could help adults with ADHD. (The Baltimore Sun)
- Jill RachBeisel, MD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the UM School of Medicine and Chief of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland Medical Center
January 9, 2024
- 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
January 8, 2024
- Jennifer Redding, LCSW-C, Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services for UM Upper Chesapeake Health and the Klein Family Harford Crisis Center
January 5, 2024
Dr. Chen encourages residents to sign up for a novel flu study. (WBFF-TV)
- Wilbur Chen, MD, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Adult Clinical Studies section within the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the UM School of Medicine, and Infectious Diseases Physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center
- Wilbur Chen, MD, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Adult Clinical Studies section within the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the UM School of Medicine, and Infectious Diseases Physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center
January 4, 3024
A flu transmission study being conducted in Baltimore pays people with the flu $1,900 to spread it to others. (WMAR-TV)
- Wilbur Chen, MD, Professor of Medicine and Chief of the Adult Clinical Studies section within the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the UM School of Medicine, and Infectious Diseases Physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center
January 3, 2024
- Elizabeth Wise, MSN, MBA, President and CEO of UM Upper Chesapeake Health
Dr. Lee shares cold remedies that can help shorten the duration of the illness. (Woman's World)
- Sarah Lee, MD, Emergency Medicine physician at the University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus and Instructor at the UM School of Medicine
- Adam Puche, PhD, Professor of Neurobiology and Vice Chair of Anatomy and Neurobiology
- Matthew Frieman, PhD, Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at the UM School of Medicine