COVID-19

August 31, 2020

Dr. Amin discusses updates on COVID-19 and offers advice for the public. (Maryland Public Television)

  • Vinisha Amin, MD, Hospital Medicine Physician at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health

August 28, 2020

Dr. Gallo discusses if the oral Polio vaccine could be beneficial in fighting COVID-19. (WYPR-AM)

  • Robert Gallo, MD, Co-Founder & Director of University of Maryland School of Medicine Institute Of Human Virology 

Dr. Rosenblatt discusses mental health issues of patients related to COVID-19. (Baltimore Sun)

  • Adam Rosenblatt, MD, Director of Geriatric Psychiatry, University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health

August 26, 2020 

Dr. Chen discusses the importance of Americans getting the COVID-19 vaccine when it is available to help control spread and severity of the disease. (USA Today)

  • Wilbur Chen, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

August 24, 2020

Hoover discusses how educators are dealing with the pandemic and what challenges students and parents face as the new school year begins. (WYPR)

  • Sharon Hoover, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Co-Director, National Center for School Mental Health

Dr. Neuzil discusses this year's influenza season, the importance of individuals getting vaccinated, and potential impacts on the healthcare system. (Baltimore Sun)

  • Kathleen Neuzil, MD, Director of the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

August 21, 2020

Dr. Marcozzi discusses the planning for the unified command response to COVID-19. (Jmore Living)

  • David Marcozzi, MD, COVID-19 Incident Commander, University of Maryland Medical System, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Assistant Chief Medical Officer for Acute Care at the University of Maryland Medical Center

August 19, 2020

A Baltimore Sun story detailing how Baltimore-area hospitals are starting to crack open doors for visitors amid the COVID-19 pandemic quotes Dr. Giora Netzer, Dr. David Marcozzi, and Allen Siegel.

  • David Marcozzi, MD, COVID-19 Incident Commander, University of Maryland Medical System, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Assistant Chief Medical Officer for Acute Care at the University of Maryland Medical Center
  • Giora Netzer, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, UM School of Medicine, Vice President of Patient Experience at University of Maryland Medical Center
  • Allen Siegel, OFS, RN, MA, CVV, C-CISM, Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Care Services at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health

August 18, 2020

 Dr. Karen L. Kotloff is quoted in a report on a Phase 3 study of a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Moderna – says results of the trial should be ready in six months. (WJLA-TV)
  • Karen Kotloff, MD, Professor of Pediatrics and Division Head of Pediatric Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

August 17, 2020

Dr. Wilbur Chen describes how phase 3 vaccine studies work as two vaccine candidates enter the final phase of testing in Maryland residents. (Capital Gazette)

  • Wilbur Chen, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

August 13, 2020

Dr. Amin discusses how children can return to extracurricular activities and sports this fall during COVID-19. (TV News Moms Unfiltered Podcast)

  • Vinisha Amin, MD, Hospital Medicine Physician at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health

Dr. Gourdine discusses the effects of COVID-19 on the Black community. (Ujima Community)

  • Michelle Gourdine, MD, Senior VP & Interim Chief Medical Officer, University of Maryland Medical System

Dr. Liu discusses the importance of setting routines during COVID-19 even if working or attending school remotely. (FOX45 Morning News)

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

August 10, 2020

Dr. Carter discusses a variety of issues around pediatric patients and COVID-19. (Maryland Public Television)

  • Rebecca Carter, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Pediatrician at University of Maryland Medical Center - Midtown Campus

Dr. Laurens discusses UMSOM's participation in the Phase 3 clinical trial of the Moderna COVID vaccine and efforts to recruit individuals from minority groups where disease transmission is highest. Media coverage includes Baltimore Sun and WBAL-TV.

  • Matthew Laurens, MD, MPH, Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

August 8, 2020

Dr. Chen discusses safety issues related to swimming in pools and rivers during the COVID pandemic. (Fortune Magazine)

  • Wilbur Chen, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

Dr. Liu shares recommendations and tips for individuals and families to create daily routines and minimize stress during COVID. (Capital Gazette)

  • Esther Liu, MD, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Director of Centering Parenting at University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center

August 7, 2020

Kannarka and Dr. Callahan discuss in an Op-Ed how COVID has illuminated the health disparities between different socioeconomic and ethnic groups within the city of Baltimore. (Baltimore Sun)

  • Chuck Callahan, DO, Vice President of Population Health at the University of Maryland Medical Center
  • Joseph Kannarka, medical school candidate, UM School of Medicine

August 6, 2020

Dr. Callahan talks about the partnership between UMMS, Baltimore City and the Lord Baltimore Hotel for a COVID triage, respite and isolation center. (WJZ-TV)

  • Chuck Callahan, DO, Vice President of Population Health at the University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Marcozzi discusses several COVID issues including testing at nursing homes, precautions for people with underlying medical conditions and safety considerations for school reopening. (WBAL Radio)

  • David Marcozzi, MD, COVID-19 Incident Commander, University of Maryland Medical System, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Assistant Chief Medical Officer for Acute Care at the University of Maryland Medical Center

Dr. Amin discusses precautions individuals should take at pools and beaches to guard against COVID transmission. (FOX45 Morning News)

  • Vinisha Amin, MD, Hospital Medicine Physician at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health

August 4, 2020

Dr. Frieman discusses preliminary study results of a Novavax COVID vaccine. (New York Times)

  • Matthew Frieman, PhD, Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine

Dr. Amin discusses the science behind why masks work to help prevent the spread of COVID. (Healthline)

  • Vinisha Amin, MD, Hospital Medicine Physician at University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health

August 3, 2020

Dr. Schmalzle discusses HIV-positive patients and the impact of COVID. (Infectious Disease)

  • Sarah Schmalzle, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Chief, Center of Infectious Disease Ambulatory Practice