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December 9, 2025

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Frosty’s Holiday Village Event Rescheduled for Friday, December 12

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For All Seasons has rescheduled Frosty’s Holiday Village event for Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Anchor Church at 620 Goldsborough Street in Easton, with parking available at The Country School. This year’s event will feature over 50 inflatables and a larger resource tent featuring 12 resource partners who will provide fun games and important resources for families.

All activities will be free and include favorites such as professional photos with Frosty and friends, holiday crafts, Letters to Santa, Cascading Carlos the Juggler, face painting, complimentary cocoa and sweet winter treats, and a continuous showing of “Frosty’s Winter Wonderland” on the big screen. Participants are encouraged to pre-register for their photos with Frosty to avoid long wait times.

Preregistration for professional photos with Frosty is encouraged at forallseasonsfrosty.org.

For All Seasons Behavioral Health & Rape Crisis Center offers mental health services, victim and crisis support, and education and outreach on Maryland’s Mid-Shore and throughout the state. The agency’s unique model of care ensures that anyone can receive high-quality, trauma-certified mental health care when they need it – regardless of language or ability to pay. For information about For All Seasons’ walk-in hours, call 410-822-1018 or visit ForAllSeasonsInc.org.

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Demystifying Palliative Care with Shore Regional Health’s Christina Ball

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In a recent Spy conversation, Christina Ball, MS, AGACNP-BC, the director of UM Shore Medical Group-Palliative Care, broke down one of the most confusing corners of modern medicine: the difference between palliative care and hospice.

Palliative care, she explained, is support that begins while patients are still pursuing treatment—helping them manage symptoms, stress, and the emotional weight of serious illness—hospice steps in later, when someone decides to stop aggressive treatment and focus entirely on comfort.

Ball stressed that palliative care isn’t just about the patient. It’s also about caregivers, who often carry the heaviest load. Her team builds long, steady relationships, checking in on caregivers privately, helping them navigate barriers such as finances, transportation, and burnout, and offering coaching and resources that many don’t realize they’re entitled to.

She also spoke openly about preparing families for what lies ahead. Palliative teams often introduce hospice early—not as a defeat, but as another layer of support when goals change.

This video is approximately 12 minutes in length. For more information about palliative care at Shore Regional Health, please go here.

 

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Mobile Dental Care Team Expands Access for Dorchester County Students

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Clinical support specialist Lisa Windsor (left), dental hygienist Elizabeth Boyko (center) and lead hygienist Sara Czyz-Harris (right) prepare to see students outside Mace’s Lane Middle School in Cambridge.

In Dorchester County, where many families face increasingly demanding work schedules, limited transportation options, and other barriers to accessing care, maintaining regular dental appointments can be very difficult for children.

Many parents are working during traditional office hours, others may not have reliable transportation, and some may not realize their children qualify for Medicaid-based dental coverage through the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program.

Recognizing that these obstacles prevent children from receiving preventive dental care, Choptank Community Health deploys a fully equipped mobile dental office that parks at county schools on school days.

Under the banner of Choptank’s school-based health initiative, the mobile dental unit allows students to enroll and receive preventive dental services on-site — minimizing the need for parents to take time off work or arrange transportation.

Inside the mobile unit, dental hygienist Elizabeth Boyko and clinical support specialist Lisa Windsor provide routine screenings that many students may otherwise never receive. Lead hygienist Sara Czyz-Harris reports that in the last year, nearly 1,500 children participated in the program; every enrolled student gets a dental screening and oral hygiene instruction, and many go on to receive cleanings, fluoride treatments, or sealants to prevent cavities.

The care-provider team understands that for some of these children, the visit from the mobile van is both their first dental exam and the only one they will receive during the school year.

“We come to the kids, because so many of them cannot get to us,” says Boyko.

“We try to break down every barrier we can,” Czyz-Harris adds. “Sometimes parents just need someone to guide them through the next step.”

When the team identifies a cavity or other urgent dental issue, they connect families with one of Choptank’s health centers, provide authorization documents, and help arrange transportation or an escort by a responsible adult, when needed.

Their service model has steadily grown. After a temporary reduction in numbers during the pandemic, the care-provider team rebuilt its presence school by school. Enrollment forms are now sent home with students during back-to-school packets each fall.

The mobile unit may remain at larger schools for several consecutive days; while Boyko works through her patient list, Czyz-Harris ensures coordination with teachers and school staff so students are not pulled out of essential classes.

“You have to be flexible,” Czyz-Harris says. “But we always figure it out.”

School nurses serve as key collaborators. When a student reports a toothache, nurses may reach out. “Can you check if this student is enrolled?” says Windsor. “The nurses know their kids well, and they help us reach the ones who need us most.”

Within the unit, the dental team takes time to talk with each child, explain procedures, and put nervous students at ease.

“If I can give a child a few minutes where someone is asking how they are doing and really listening, that matters,” Boyko explains.

Children remember these personal interactions. The team is often recognized in community settings.

“I have had kids yell across a crowded store, ‘It’s the dental lady!’” Boyko laughs. “They remember us, and that means they feel safe coming back.”

The need in Dorchester County is clearly evident. In the first quarter of this school year, the team screened about 450 children. Only 83 were screening-only visits, meaning more than 80 percent of the children required preventive or restorative services such as cleanings, fluoride, or sealants.

“That tells you how much work we have to do,” Czyz-Harris observes.

For the care-provider team at Choptank, the work is not just busy; it is profoundly rewarding and has become an essential part of their professional lives. Boyko says she loves knowing she can ease a child’s pain or anxiety in a few minutes. Czyz-Harris, with eight years in the program, hopes to retire doing this exact work.

Windsor, with nearly 22 years at Choptank, speaks proudly of an organization committed to ensuring vulnerable children do not fall through the cracks. They agree their greatest reward is seeing a child leave the chair smiling and unafraid.

In short, this service goes far beyond preliminary screenings. The mobile van’s presence guarantees access, reduces disruption to the school day, alleviates parental burden, and gives children the opportunity to grow up without untreated dental pain — enabling better focus, better attendance, and ultimately better learning.

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Mobile Dental Care Team Expands Access for Dorchester County Students

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Clinical support specialist Lisa Windsor (left), dental hygienist Elizabeth Boyko (center) and lead hygienist Sara Czyz-Harris (right) prepare to see students outside Mace’s Lane Middle School in Cambridge.

In Dorchester County, where many families face increasingly demanding work schedules, limited transportation options, and other barriers to accessing care, maintaining regular dental appointments can be very difficult for children.

Many parents are working during traditional office hours, others may not have reliable transportation, and some may not realize their children qualify for Medicaid-based dental coverage through the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program.

Recognizing that these obstacles prevent children from receiving preventive dental care, Choptank Community Health deploys a fully equipped mobile dental office that parks at county schools on school days.

Under the banner of Choptank’s school-based health initiative, the mobile dental unit allows students to enroll and receive preventive dental services on-site — minimizing the need for parents to take time off work or arrange transportation.

Inside the mobile unit, dental hygienist Elizabeth Boyko and clinical support specialist Lisa Windsor provide routine screenings that many students may otherwise never receive. Lead hygienist Sara Czyz-Harris reports that in the last year, nearly 1,500 children participated in the program; every enrolled student gets a dental screening and oral hygiene instruction, and many go on to receive cleanings, fluoride treatments, or sealants to prevent cavities.

The care-provider team understands that for some of these children, the visit from the mobile van is both their first dental exam and the only one they will receive during the school year.

“We come to the kids, because so many of them cannot get to us,” says Boyko.

“We try to break down every barrier we can,” Czyz-Harris adds. “Sometimes parents just need someone to guide them through the next step.”

When the team identifies a cavity or other urgent dental issue, they connect families with one of Choptank’s health centers, provide authorization documents, and help arrange transportation or an escort by a responsible adult, when needed.

Their service model has steadily grown. After a temporary reduction in numbers during the pandemic, the care-provider team rebuilt its presence school by school. Enrollment forms are now sent home with students during back-to-school packets each fall.

The mobile unit may remain at larger schools for several consecutive days; while Boyko works through her patient list, Czyz-Harris ensures coordination with teachers and school staff so students are not pulled out of essential classes.

“You have to be flexible,” Czyz-Harris says. “But we always figure it out.”

School nurses serve as key collaborators. When a student reports a toothache, nurses may reach out. “Can you check if this student is enrolled?” says Windsor. “The nurses know their kids well, and they help us reach the ones who need us most.”

Within the unit, the dental team takes time to talk with each child, explain procedures, and put nervous students at ease.

“If I can give a child a few minutes where someone is asking how they are doing and really listening, that matters,” Boyko explains.

Children remember these personal interactions. The team is often recognized in community settings.

“I have had kids yell across a crowded store, ‘It’s the dental lady!’” Boyko laughs. “They remember us, and that means they feel safe coming back.”

The need in Dorchester County is clearly evident. In the first quarter of this school year, the team screened about 450 children. Only 83 were screening-only visits, meaning more than 80 percent of the children required preventive or restorative services such as cleanings, fluoride, or sealants.

“That tells you how much work we have to do,” Czyz-Harris observes.

For the care-provider team at Choptank, the work is not just busy; it is profoundly rewarding and has become an essential part of their professional lives. Boyko says she loves knowing she can ease a child’s pain or anxiety in a few minutes. Czyz-Harris, with eight years in the program, hopes to retire doing this exact work.

Windsor, with nearly 22 years at Choptank, speaks proudly of an organization committed to ensuring vulnerable children do not fall through the cracks. They agree their greatest reward is seeing a child leave the chair smiling and unafraid.

In short, this service goes far beyond preliminary screenings. The mobile van’s presence guarantees access, reduces disruption to the school day, alleviates parental burden, and gives children the opportunity to grow up without untreated dental pain — enabling better focus, better attendance, and ultimately better learning.

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For All Seasons Participates in National Rural Health Day Bus Tour

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In honor of National Rural Health Day on November 20, 2025, For All Seasons participated in the Rural Maryland Council’s 2025 Rural Summit Health-Focused Bus Tour, showcasing innovative approaches to improving health and wellness in rural communities. Participants also visited Choptank Community Health System’s new Federalsburg Health Center and the new University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s building site in Easton. Site visits highlighted the critical role that accessible, community-based health care and behavioral health services play in supporting rural Marylanders. The tour also offered valuable insight into successful collaborations, infrastructure investments, and innovative models advancing rural health across the state.

Participants who visited For All Seasons’ offices at 300 Talbot Street in Easton met with Beth Anne Dorman, President and CEO, to learn about the progress of the agency’s renovations at this location. The group then traveled to For All Seasons’ new administrative office at 111 E. Dover Street in Easton, where they toured the agency’s Center for Learning – a dedicated training space that will host community workshops, professional development opportunities, and prevention-focused education for the Eastern Shore.

“We are grateful for partners like the Rural Maryland Council who are committed to advancing behavioral health, access to care, and well-being for rural communities across our state,” commented Beth Anne Dorman, President and CEO of For All Seasons.

For All Seasons Behavioral Health & Rape Crisis Center offers mental health services, victim and crisis support, and education & outreach on Maryland’s Mid-Shore and throughout the state. The agency’s unique model of care ensures anyone can receive the highest-quality, trauma-certified mental health care when they need it, regardless of language or ability to pay. For information about For All Seasons walk-in hours, contact 410-822-1018 or visit ForAllSeasonsinc.org.

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Frosty’s Holiday Village Event Expands to Offer More Family Fun and Resources

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For All Seasons will host the fifth annual Frosty’s Holiday Village event on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Anchor Church at 620 Goldsborough Street in Easton, with parking available at The Country School. This year’s event will feature over 50 inflatables and a larger resource tent featuring 12 resource partners who will provide fun games and important resources for families.

All activities will be free and include favorites such as professional photos with Frosty and friends, holiday crafts, Letters to Santa, Cascading Carlos the Juggler, face painting, complimentary cocoa and sweet winter treats, and a continuous showing of “Frosty’s Winter Wonderland” on the big screen. Participants are encouraged to pre-register for their photos with Frosty to avoid long wait times.

Resource partners to be featured at the event to date include Talbot County Health Department, Talbot County Parks & Recreation, Sante Group, Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center, Talbot County Free Library, Talbot County Department of Social Services, Anchor Church, CareFirst BlueCross and BlueShield. Presenting sponsors include The St. John Foundation, Willow Construction, Eastern Shore Tents and Events, and Easton Utilities. Additional sponsors include PepUp, A Tri Gas Family Company; Talbot County Health Department, La De Da!, Mid-South Audio, Anchor Church, Christ Church Easton, Carl Pergler and  Mary Lou Butler, Beth Anne and Matt Dorman, Tom and Alexa Seip, Diane L. Rohman, Leslie Briggs, Bill Flook, Len and Ann Wolf, Diane Flagler, Sally Heckman, Melissa Kelly and family, Sharon Pepukayi, Teresa Snyder, Sidney and Jim Trond, and Lauren and Josh Weber.

“Through the generous support of our sponsors, we can continue to provide a free event for hundreds of families to celebrate the holiday season. It has become a community tradition that brings joy to those who attend each year,” comments Sidney Trond, Director of Development, For All Seasons.

Preregistration for professional photos with Frosty is encouraged at forallseasonsfrosty.org.

For All Seasons Behavioral Health & Rape Crisis Center offers mental health services, victim and crisis support, and education and outreach on Maryland’s Mid-Shore and throughout the state. The agency’s unique model of care ensures that anyone can receive high-quality, trauma-certified mental health care when they need it – regardless of language or ability to pay. For information about For All Seasons’ walk-in hours, call 410-822-1018 or visit ForAllSeasonsInc.org.

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Talisman Therapeutic Riding Sleigh Celebration is Bringing Broadway to Maryland

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Stephen Carter-Hicks, a musical performer with a rich history on Broadway, national tours, and with Cirque du Soleil, will join the guests at the Talisman Therapeutic Riding Sleigh Celebration on December 5th from 5:00 to 8:00 at the Hyatt Kent Island. 

Known for his powerful vocal performances and engaging stage presence, Carter-Hicks performed in Cats as Old Deuteronomy, played key roles in Beauty and the Beast

and served seven years as wig master, vocal coach, and performer with Cirque du Soleil’s Zumanity.  He is an accomplished cabaret artist with three recorded albums, including Step Into My Parlor, available on Apple Music and other streaming platforms.

Beyond the spotlight, Carter-Hicks carries an important message of resilience. Diagnosed with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), he is a dedicated advocate and long-time volunteer for the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA). He frequently leverages his performances to raise awareness and funds for the incurable disease.

Tickets are $150 per person and $1,500 for reserved table of eight. For further information, go to www.talismantherapeuticriding.org or call 443-239-9400.

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Choptank Health Recognizes National Rural Health Day

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Choptank Community Health System is proud to join communities across the country in celebrating National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

The observance was created in 2011 by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health. It is held each year to spotlight the unique challenges facing rural communities and to honor the resilience of the nearly 61 million people who call rural America home.

“Rural communities are the backbone of our state, and their health is vital to our collective future,” said Choptank Health President and CEO Sara Rich. “We’re proud to celebrate National Rural Health Day and honor the unwavering commitment of rural healthcare providers, organizations, and community leaders who work every day to improve the lives of others.”

This year, Choptank Health marked the occasion by participating in the Rural Maryland Council’s Health-Focused Bus Tour, which highlighted Choptank Health’s new Federalsburg Health Center. The tour highlighted the innovative approaches Choptank Health is using to improve health and wellness for the Mid-Shore’s rural communities.

“Our Federalsburg Health Center is a great example of the critical role that accessible, community-based medical, dental and behavioral health services play in supporting our communities,” said Rich. “Each of our seven health centers is strategically located to address the needs of each community we serve.”

Founded in 1978 as Caroline Health Services, Inc., Choptank Health began as a private, nonprofit organization with a clear mission to provide comprehensive primary health care to the residents of Caroline County.

In 1980, the organization opened its first health center in Goldsboro, staffed by two providers. Choptank continues to serve patients in Goldsboro, a testament to Choptank Health’s longstanding dedication to community health.

Over time, Choptank Health expanded its services and regional footprint. The organization began establishing school-based health centers in 1999, and dental services were added in 2001.

“Today, Choptank Health provides medical, dental, behavioral, and school-based health services to more than 30,000 children and adults in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties,” said Rich.

Rich noted that programs such as telehealth, mobile health, and school-based health help Choptank Health reach more people in the most rural regions.

Choptank Health’s Mobile Health Unit travels weekly to communities such as Marydel and Millington, offering same-day and walk-up medical, behavioral, and dental services. The unit also takes part in community health fairs and other regional events.

In partnership with local public schools, Choptank Health operates School-Based Health Centers in Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties. These centers offer coordinated medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral health care for enrolled students and school staff.

Rich said that by bringing care directly into neighborhoods, schools, and underserved areas, Choptank Health continues to reduce barriers and make services more accessible to Mid-Shore residents.

Choptank Community Health System provides medical and dental care to more than 30,000 adults and children, fulfilling its mission to deliver exceptional, comprehensive, and integrated health care for all. New medical patients are welcome at all Choptank locations. More information is available at www.choptankhealth.org.

Details about National Rural Health Day are at www.powerofrural.org.

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UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology Welcomes New Interventional Cardiologist

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University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) and UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology (UM SMG) recently announced the addition of interventional cardiologist Bishesh Shrestha, MD, to the team. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System.

Dr. Shrestha will provide advanced interventional cardiology care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, working closely with primary care providers and specialists to manage coronary artery disease, structural heart disease, arrhythmia, and other heart-related concerns. He brings expertise in minimally invasive procedures, including pericardiocentesis and complex coronary interventions, with a focus on patient safety, precision and individualized care.

“Dr. Shrestha’s exceptional training, research experience, and compassionate approach to patient care make him a valuable addition to our Cardiology team,” said Timothy Shanahan, DO, medical director of UM Shore Medical Group. “His advanced procedural skills and dedication to improving cardiovascular outcomes will strengthen our ability to provide cutting-edge, personalized care to patients across the Eastern Shore.”

Dr. Shrestha completed his interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Neb., and a cardiovascular disease fellowship at Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, N.Y. He also completed his internal medicine residency at Bassett Medical Center and earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree (MBBS) from International Medical College in Bangladesh. Dr. Shrestha is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and echocardiography, and is a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association.

In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Shrestha has published numerous peer-reviewed research articles in areas including transcatheter valve interventions, arrhythmia and coronary artery disease. He is also passionate about teaching and mentoring future health care professionals.

Fluent in English, Nepali, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu, Dr. Shrestha is committed to connecting with patients from diverse backgrounds and providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care.

For more information, visit umshoreregional.org/cardiology.

About University of Maryland Shore Regional Health 

A member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is the principal provider of comprehensive health care services for more than 170,000 residents of five counties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore: Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Talbot. UM SRH consists of approximately 2,000 team members, including more than 600 health care providers on the Medical Staff, who work with community partners to advance the values that are foundational to our mission: Compassion, Discovery, Excellence, Diversity and Integrity. For more information, visit https://www.umms.org/shore.

 

About the University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and University of Maryland, Baltimore who educate the state’s future health care professionals, UMMS is an integrated network of care, delivering 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban and rural communities across the state of Maryland. UMMS puts academic medicine within reach through primary and specialty care delivered at 11 hospitals, including the flagship University of Maryland Medical Center, the System’s anchor institution in downtown Baltimore, as well as through a network of University of Maryland Urgent Care centers and more than 150 other locations in 13 counties. For more information, visit www.umms.org.

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McKenna Gillen, MS, OT, Joins University of Maryland Shore Regional Health Outpatient Rehabilitation Teams at Denton and Queenstown Locations

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University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services recently welcomed McKenna Gillen, MS, OT, to the outpatient rehab team. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System.

A resident of Stevensville, Md., Gillen presently provides outpatient care at both Shore Rehab at Queenstown and Shore Rehab at Denton. She earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in occupational therapy at Towson University, where she also served as a graduate assistant and was a recipient of the Bowes Family Occupational Therapy Endowed Fellowship. Most recently   as an occupational therapist with the Kennedy Krieger Institute’s International Center for Spinal Cord Injury in Baltimore. Previously, she spent two years at UM Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Institute where she assessed and treated adults for a range of conditions, including spinal cord injury, stroke, acquired brain injury, amputation, multiple sclerosis, Guillain-Barré syndrome, transplant, orthopedic injuries/trauma and more. 

“We are excited to have McKenna on board with us,” said Frank Rath, outpatient services manager for UM SRH Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services. “Her warm, compassionate professionalism, credentials and experience make her a great asset to our team and the communities we serve.”

About University of Maryland Shore Regional Health 

A member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is the principal provider of comprehensive health care services for more than 170,000 residents of five counties on Maryland’s Eastern Shore: Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s and Talbot. UM SRH consists of approximately 2,000 team members, including more than 600 health care providers on the Medical Staff, who work with community partners to advance the values that are foundational to our mission: Compassion, Discovery, Excellence, Diversity and Integrity. For more information, visit https://www.umms.org/shore.

 

About the University of Maryland Medical System

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and University of Maryland, Baltimore who educate the state’s future health care professionals, UMMS is an integrated network of care, delivering 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban and rural communities across the state of Maryland. UMMS puts academic medicine within reach through primary and specialty care delivered at 11 hospitals, including the flagship University of Maryland Medical Center, the System’s anchor institution in downtown Baltimore, as well as through a network of University of Maryland Urgent Care centers and more than 150 other locations in 13 counties. For more information, visit www.umms.org.

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