Choptank Community Health System

01/06/2026

An important update from the Maryland Department of Health

STATEMENT: Maryland’s childhood vaccine schedule will continue to follow the guidance of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Read the full statement from Health Secretary Dr. Meena Seshamani: bit.ly/3Nffp0B.

01/05/2026

RELEASE: Flu activity and hospitalizations are currently high in Maryland. Individuals over 6 months old are urged to protect themselves by getting a flu vaccine and practicing preventive measures against respiratory viruses. Learn more: bit.ly/4qDefdK.

01/02/2026

The holidays are busy. Your health should not be. Choptank Community Health System patients can plan ahead with their Patient Portal:
✔ Request medication refills early
✔ Request and schedule routine visits before the holidays
✔ Ask about Telehealth visit options

Manage your care anytime using the Patient Portal:
👉 https://20853.portal.athenahealth.com/

In case of a medical emergency, call 911.

01/01/2026

A Message from Choptank Health President and CEO Sara Rich:
Dear Friends and Partners,

As we welcome 2026, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported and counted on Choptank Community Health System for healthcare over the past year.

Your trust, collaboration, and encouragement helped us continue providing essential care across Maryland’s Mid-Shore. Our partnerships with local organizations, schools, and agencies remained central to our work, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening community well-being.

Throughout 2025, our teams provided access to care to more than 34,000 patients, in ways that reflect our mission and our commitment to meeting people where they are.

Read more here =>>
https://www.choptankhealth.org/news/welcoming2026

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! Choptank Community Health System wishes you a happy and healthy year ahead, with a reminder that all our offices are closed today, January 1.

In case of medical emergency, call 911.

12/31/2025

from Shore Regional Health to help you navigate illnesses and care this holiday season.

Learn more at umms.org/wheretogo
When in doubt, call 911.

Like many hospitals across the region and the nation this winter, the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health facilities on the Eastern Shore are currently experiencing a surge in patients presenting with respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses, resulting in a higher-than-usual number of individuals awaiting care in our Emergency Departments.

In response, our clinical teams are implementing measures to address capacity challenges and ensure the continued delivery of high-quality care through staffing and space adjustments.

We remain committed to the health and safety of our community and thank our dedicated team members for their support during this period of elevated patient volume.

12/31/2025

Happy New Year's Eve from Choptank Community Health System, with a reminder that our offices will be closed on January 1 in observance of the holiday. For medical emergencies, call 911.

12/28/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours and Reminders🎄

Choptank Community Health System offices will be on January 1.

Please plan ahead for prescription refills and routine appointments. Telehealth visits are available for added convenience, and can be scheduled through your Patient Portal at https://20853.portal.athenahealth.com/

In case of a medical emergency, call 911.

12/26/2025

Need care without leaving home this holiday season?
Telehealth visits offer a convenient way to connect with your provider. Choptank Community Health System patients can log into the Patient Portal to request an appointment or message your care team.
👉 https://20853.portal.athenahealth.com/
In case of a medical emergency, call 911.