Cover Story

Simply Inspirational

These four Maryland women physicians have made a difference beyond their normal medical practices. Learn how screening mammograms got their start, how a surgeon is bringing her skills to repair fistulas in Rwanda and more.

EMRs: Worth the Pain?

By jackiek | Published: April 25, 2012

Maryland’s Health Information Exchange (HIE) provides support and recommendations for a select number of electronic medical records (EMR) vendors.

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Thyroid and Lung Disease On the Rise

By jackiek | Published: April 25, 2012

Maryland doctors discuss the increase in thyroid and lung diseases, especially among women, and detail the latest detection and treatment options, including the need to expand lung screenings in former smokers.

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Meaningful Use Stage 2: Patient Portals

By jackiek | Published: May 1, 2012

Two area physicians describe how patient portals can help practices not only meet Meaningful Use Stage 2, but also better serve patients and staff.

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The (R)evolution of Children’s Hospital Care

By jackiek | Published: May 1, 2012

From playful décor to seriously complex medical care, heads of four area pediatric hospitals describe how their facilities and care delivery are changing to meet today’s needs.

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Current Departments

Good Deeds

Lending Much-Needed Helping Hands to the People of Africa

By jackiek | Published: April 30, 2012

While visiting Africa in support of the U.S. State Department’s International Information Program in the early 2000’s, Barbara Margolies had the unique opportunity to meet with Madam Aicha Foumakoye, the then Minister of Social Development in Niger. [...]

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Medical Beat

May/June Medical Beat

By jackiek | Published: May 1, 2012

NEW PHYSICIANS AT MERCY MEDICAL CENTER Theresa R. Lorch, M.D., joins The Bose Medical Group at Mercy Medical Center. Board certified, Dr. Lorch brings experience and expertise in internal medicine and has a special interest in women’s health. [...]

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Living

Harper’s Ferry: A Getaway Worth Exploring

By jackiek | Published: May 1, 2012

It’s the type of place that is sought out by people of all interests and likes. Some come to relax. Others come to explore, enjoy nature, seek adventure or learn. Those who have visited, be it for a fun family weekend, a romantic getaway or for a few simple and quiet days of solitude, would say that there is something for just about everyone in Harper’s Ferry [...]

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