Health Care Archives - Page 18 of 19

Dr. Elizabeth M. Nichols, of the University of Maryland Department of Radiation Oncology: “The GammaPod is a treatment machine focused on partial-breast treatment providing targeted radiation in a precise manner with negligible radiation doses going elsewhere.” (Photo by Steve Ruark)

GammaPod Offers a Drastic Improvement for Treating Early-Stage Breast Cancer

September 17, 2019 Aliza Friedlander

The University of Maryland’s GammaPod is a game-changer for women with early-stage breast cancer.

Dr. Jonathan Thierman (left), medical director and chief medical information officer of LifeBridge Health’s Virtual Hospital, and Dr. Jonathan Ringo, Sinai Hospital’s senior vice president and president/chief operating officer. (Photo by Steve Ruark)

LifeBridge Health’s Virtual Hospital: A Virtual Breakthrough

September 13, 2019 Aliza Friedlander

LifeBridge Health’s Virtual Hospital is changing the manner in which patients receive medical care.

Neil Meltzer addresses the crowd at the BMI. (Eric Stocklin Photography)

LifeBridge’s Neil Meltzer Honored at Baltimore Museum of Industry Gala

June 12, 2019 Alan Feiler, Editor-in-Chief

Neil Meltzer recognized for his commitment to improving the state of Baltimore and the region.

Dr. Rebecca M. Dodson, a surgical oncologist at the Alvin & Lois Lapidus Cancer Institute at LifeBridge Health (Handout photo)

Quick 5: Sunscreen Savvy with Dr. Rebecca M. Dodson

June 11, 2019 Simone Ellin, Associate Editor

Should we stop using sunscreen?

Shown here dedicating the Owings Mills JCC's blood pressure kiosk in February of 2019 are (left to right) Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka, Barak Hermann, CEO of the Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore, Tracy Brazelton, executive director of the American Heart Association Greater Maryland, Neil Meltzer, president and CEO of LifeBridge Health, Maury Garten, chairman of the JCC Board, and Dr. Yousuf Janjwal of the LifeBridge Health Cardiovascular Institute. (Photo by Nicole Munchel)

Blood Pressure Kiosk Dedicated at Owings Mills JCC

February 18, 2019 Staff Report

Nearly half of American adults have some type of cardiovascular disease, primarily high blood pressure, according to the AHA’s latest annual update of statistics released on Jan. 31.

Erin Mandras says she wrote her new book "Austin's Allergies" to help kids and adults understand the seriousness and complexities of food allergies. (Handout photo)

Erin Mandras Wants Children’s Book to Shed Light on Food Allergies

January 23, 2019 Aliza Friedlander

“Austin’s Allergies” tells the story of Austin Mandras, from the early stages of his diagnosis to how to help keep him safe.

Adam Rosenberg is LifeBridge Health’s vice president of violence intervention and prevention. (Provided photo)

Baltimore Child Abuse Center Joins LifeBridge Health

January 8, 2019 Staff Report

The new arrangement offers new resources and benefits for victims of child abuse and trauma.

“[Stigma] is factor that arguably has had the most profound impact on the creation of the opioid epidemic, and one that will continue to impact what solutions are available for addressing the opioid crisis.” --Dr. Michelle Tuten

University of Maryland, Baltimore Experts Explore How to Combat Opioid Epidemic

December 21, 2018 Patricia Fanning

Misconceptions that fuel the stigma about addiction “run counter both to science and what we know about the nature of substance use disorders,” Dr. Michelle Tuten said. “Truth is a powerful weapon.”

Dr. Edward Wolf and his son, Dr. Joshua Wolf, stand together at Sinai Hospital. (Photo by Steve Ruark)

Father-and-Son Docs Edward & Joshua Wolf Share Patients and a Love for Medicine

November 26, 2018 Aliza Friedlander

“What I appreciate about colorectal surgery is the fact you have a wide variety in terms of procedures and patients’ ages, degree of illness and types of problems.” –Dr. Joshua Harris Wolf

Health Wise: A guide to healthy living in Baltimore.

Health Wise

October 1, 2018 Staff Report

Here’s Jmore’s guide to healthy living in the Baltimore area.

Neurospine Robotic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine (Photo courtesy Johns Hopkins Medicine)

How Innovative Techniques are Changing Local Health Care

October 1, 2018 Carol Sorgen

From its top-notch nursing, medical and allied health schools to its research institutions to its world-renowned hospitals, Baltimore is blessed with a health care industry envied by communities across the country and world.