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Here at @MedStarHealth, we never stop asking the question “why?” Learn more about how our researchers and scientists work every day to create solutions to medicine’s most pressing challenges.
#ItsHowWeTreatPeople
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Twenty-five years later, we still remember.
Today, we honor the lives lost on 9/11 and the courage and sacrifice of the first responders, medical professionals, and others who answered the call to help.
We will never forget. #NeverForget
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As we honor and celebrate the freedom of all Americans, we hope everyone in our community has a happy, safe, and healthy #IndependenceDay! 🇺🇸
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In honor of #Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., we're reflecting on the importance of this day.
Not only does it mark a turning point in our history, it’s also a celebration of freedom and a reminder that we should build a better future for us all.
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This Memorial Day, join us in taking a moment to honor those serving and to remember those who have lost their lives defending our freedom.
We are forever grateful for your courage and sacrifice.
#MilitaryAppreciationMonth #MemorialDay
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In a global study, researchers found an ultrasound-facilitated catheter-directed treatment can offer patients with intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism a better, safer new option. Learn from Federico Asch, MD, how we’re advancing precision medicine: (ms.spr.ly/6018vTdxq)
New research used a unique consensus-building approach to identify why patients struggle to access new migraine treatments. Learn from Jessica Ailani, MD, how this data-driven roadmap is showing a path toward progress: (ms.spr.ly/6012vRLPM)
Is the gold standard always best for the patient? Rajiv Sonti, MD, explores why research challenging long-held beliefs in the ICU, like the efficacy of an arterial line, can improve patient care: (ms.spr.ly/6014vEzJ6)
New research shows that 60% of patients resolved modifiable barriers to heart transplant after receiving an LVAD pump. Learn from @RichaGuptaMD how a multidisciplinary team can help patients get a second chance at a new heart: (ms.spr.ly/6014vEzDg) @MedStarHealth
Research is helping improve diabetes care. Learn from Adline Ghazi, MD, how a new pragmatic trial compares GLP-1 RA and SGLT2 medications to learn which best protects the heart and kidneys of patients with type 2 diabetes: ms.spr.ly/6014Qvbw2
Thanks to a catalyst award from @theNAMedicine, we’re researching how AI could help providers bridge the care gap for patients. Learn how our tool would help connect patients to social resources in real time from Lauren Bangerter, PhD: ms.spr.ly/6016QoZTO @MedStarHealth
40% of relatives at elevated cancer risk never learn about life-saving genetic test results due to communication barriers. Our research identifies why and new tools to help families share this critical information. Kristen Whitaker, MD explains:
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Words matter in maternal health. Our new research found that negative descriptors in patient records unequally impact some mothers, and they’re linked to higher risks of severe complications. Discover more from Angela D. Thomas, DrPH, MPH, MBA medstarhealth.org/blog/resea…
New research for adults with spinal muscular atrophy uses data science and patient interviews to identify obstacles to treatment. Discover how we’re breaking down barriers with Dr. Nicholas Streicher: (ms.spr.ly/6015QbPMB) @MedStarHealth
We're #MedStarHealthProud to announce our own Raj Ratwani, PhD, vice president of scientific affairs, as the co-chair of a new initiative to ensure technology reaches our patients safely.
➡️ Learn more about the AI Care Standard: ms.spr.ly/6013QwZOF
About 1.5 million people in the U.S. have spinal fusion surgery each year. We’re completing the first phase of a trial that could revolutionize how it’s done. Discover how we’re innovating with David A Weiner, MD, MS (ms.spr.ly/6012QHoXY) @MedStarHealth
Today, we honor the legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. We encourage you to view this day as a day of service and reflection.
Use this day to follow his example of treating people with dignity and realize the work that still needs to be done for racial equality.
#MLKDay
As we approach the new year, join us in reflecting on times of gratitude and support. Many thanks to our associates for their compassion and service.
If you need care, you can trust us to be your partner in maintaining good health.
Have a safe, healthy, and #HappyNewYear! 🎉
The first-in-human SENSA-HF trial investigates a non-invasive sensor that could provide an early warning sign for worsening heart failure. @MedStarHealth Cardiologist Samer S. Najjar, MD, explains how this device could revolutionize heart failure care. ms.spr.ly/6010taFjo
New research on two new anti-obesity drugs is showing extended benefits beyond weight loss. Two @MedStarHealth experts discuss the latest data on orforglipron and retatrutide. ms.spr.ly/6013taFRP
Wishing a happy and prosperous #Kwanzaa to those who celebrate!
#HappyKwanzaa
