Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2014 - (Page 2)
IN THIS ISSUE
LETTER FROM THE CEO
A COMMUNITY CONNECTION
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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.
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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
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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
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On the cover:
UM BWMC
neurosurgeons
Amiel Bethel, MD, and
Clifford Solomon, MD.
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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
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