Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2013 - (Page 2)

IN THIS ISSUE LETTER FROM THE CEO A FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS 6 Part of a Winning Team A Severn woman beats cancer, thanks to strong support from family and partners at the Tate Cancer Center. 9 BEYOND BABIES Midwives offer a full spectrum of women's health services. 10 A LIFESAVING GIFT An innovative kidney exchange program at University of Maryland Medical Center increases the odds of matching donor and recipient. This time of year is especially wonderful; the holidays ﬁll us with cheer and remind us to be thankful for the simple things in life, such as family, friends and good health. At University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center, we believe that good health is the best gift you can give to yourself and others this holiday season-and all year long. In this issue of Maryland's Health Matters, you'll read of one woman's journey to beat cancer with the help of the Tate Cancer Center team at UM BWMC, on page 6. You'll also learn about our growing obstetrics and gynecology program, and the specialized services our midwives offer women and expecting mothers, on page 9. It is a busy time of year, so UM BWMC makes it easy to take control of your health. Take advantage of our outpatient services, support groups, exercise classes, free lectures, health screenings and more, all conveniently located throughout the community. Choose one that suits you from our calendar of events on page 14. UM BWMC strives to be your partner in health. We are excited to continue to serve and support our community in the new year, and we are privileged to enhance your family's well-being. Regards, D E PA R T M E N TS 3 13 14 A HEALTHY START AT A GLANCE NEWS AND EVENTS 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 On the cover: Frances "Marie" Ruddle of Severn, Md. 2 MARYLAND'S HEALTH MATTERS Karen E. Olscamp, President and Chief Executive Officer RESPOND BY JAN. 17 FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $50 VISA GIFT CARD! What's on your mind? Everyone who takes our quick online survey by Jan. 17 will be entered to win one of four $50 Visa gift cards from UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Head to shareinput.com/bwmc today! 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.shareinput.com/bwmc

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2013

Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2013
Contents
A Healthy Start
Part of a Winning Team
Beyond Babies
A Lifesaving Gift
At a Glance
News and Events

Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Winter 2013