University of Maryland Urgent Care Opening Two New Locations in Anne Arundel County
July 15, 2024The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) announces two new University of Maryland Urgent Care centers in Anne Arundel County.
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Study: Living in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods Influences Stress-Related Genes, Which May Contribute to Aggressive Prostate Cancer in African American Men
July 12, 2024
Those living in disadvantaged neighborhoods have significantly higher activity of stress-related genes, new research suggests, which could contribute to higher rates of aggressive prostate cancer in African American men. The study, which was co-led by the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), was published today in JAMA Network Open.
Final Regulatory Hurdle Passed for University of Maryland Shore Regional Medical Center Project
July 10, 2024
Today, the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) approved the rate application request from University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), for the new Shore Regional Medical Center in Easton.
Easier, Shorter Radiation Treatment for Early Stage Breast Cancer Now Offered at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health Cancer Center
July 05, 2024
The Cancer Center at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health is now offering easier, shorter radiation treatment for patients with early-stage breast cancer.
UM SRH Announces New, Simpler Registration Process for Childbirth and Parent Education Courses
July 03, 2024The Birthing Center at UM Shore Regional Health’s Shore Medical Center at Easton provides several classes related to childbirth, parenting, breastfeeding and being a safe sibling throughout the year. The Birthing Center team is now offering a new, simpler registration process to assist new parents and caregivers.
UM Shore Medical Group – Urology Welcomes Robert McDonough, III, MD, FACS
July 01, 2024University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Urology recently welcomed Robert McDonough, III, MD, FACS. Most recently, Dr. McDonough served as the Residency Director at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri.
UM BWMC Announces Jason Heavner MD as New Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer
July 01, 2024UM Shore Regional Health to Offer Summer/Fall “Breathe Again” Smoking Cessation Course Beginning July 23
June 27, 2024University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, will host an in-person five-session summer/fall workshop titled “Breathe Again: A Journey to a Smoke-Free and Healthier YOU,” designed to help smokers who wish to quit. The class will be offered once per month at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown Street, from 1 to 3 p.m., beginning Tuesday, July 23. Sessions will run through May. There is no charge for the course, but registration is required.
University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center Earns Second Pathway to Excellence Designation for Nursing
June 25, 2024UM Shore Medical Group – Gastroenterology Welcomes Brandi Oliver, CRNP, as Nurse Practitioner
June 24, 2024University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Gastroenterology recently welcomed Brandi Oliver, CRNP, as a nurse practitioner. Most recently, Oliver served as a clinical nurse with the gastroenterology practice, coordinating pre and post-procedure care and video capsule endoscopy.