Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014 - (Page 2)

IN THIS ISSUE LETTER FROM THE CEO A COMMUNITY CONNECTION 6 The Brain and Beyond With a clear vision consisting of nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people, UM BWMC's unwavering passion is focused on the care we provide to our patients and their families every day. Inside, you'll hear from some of our patients about their experiences at UM BWMC, on page 9. I encourage you to UM Baltimore Washington Spine and Neuroscience Center offers exceptional services, close to home. 5 9 10 At UM BWMC, we have the honor of caring for our community. share your patient experiences with us as well-see below for how to contact us. In this issue of Maryland's Health Matters, you'll also learn about our neurosurgery program and how our expertise is changing lives. (See page 6.) And AGE APPROPRIATE What's "normal" about aging-and when is it time to seek medical care? YOUR POINT OF VIEW Patients and their families share their experiences at UM BWMC. you'll find plenty of tips to help you make the most of these brisk months before spring arrives, including how to protect your joints, how to prepare proper food portions and how to ensure good prenatal care, if you're expecting an addition to your family. We've come a long way from UM BWMC's beginning days, to grow into the sophisticated medical center we are today-all while staying true to our mission of providing the highest quality health BACK ON THE BEAT A new treatment helps prevent stroke in some "A-fib" patients. care services to the communities we serve. Thank you for the privilege to care for you and your loved ones. Sincerely, D E PA R T M E N TS 3 13 14 A HEALTHY START AT A GLANCE NEWS AND EVENTS Karen E. Olscamp, President and Chief Executive Officer STAY CONNECTED WITH UM BWMC! President/Chief Executive Offi cer Karen E. Olscamp Chief Operating Offi cer and Senior Vice President for Clinical Integration Kathleen C. McCollum Designed by McMurry/TMG, LLC 2 On the cover: UM BWMC neurosurgeons Amiel Bethel, MD, and Clifford Solomon, MD. MARYLAND'S HEALTH MATTERS Visit our Facebook page to learn about the latest events and happenings at UM BWMC. facebook.com/bwmcmd Watch our doctors discuss prenatal care, joint replacement surgeries and more. youtube.com/mybwmc Get daily, real-time health information and updates from our experts. twitter.com/bwmc View photos from UM BWMC's community events and employee celebrations. flickr.com/photos/mybwmc WE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU Please send us your comments, information requests or change of address to bwmcpr@bwmc. umms.org or call 410-787-4367. Maryland's Health Matters is published by the Marketing and Communications Department at the University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center. This publication is not intended to provide professional medical advice. It is to provide general health and wellness information. http://www.youtube.com/mybwmc http://www.facebook.com/bwmcmd http://www.twitter.com/bwmc http://www.flickr.com/photos/mybwmc

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014

Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014
Contents
A Healthy Start
Age Appropriate
The Brain and Beyond
Your Point of View
Back on the Beat
At a Glance
News and Events

Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014

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