Adventist Medical Group - Primary Care

08/13/2025

Headed to the Montgomery County Ag Fair, MD? Don’t miss this episode of our podcast! Shanna sits down with Glenn, Assistant Nurse Manager in the Emergency Department at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, to talk all things health and safety at the fair. Tune in to learn how our teams keep everyone healthy and safe as the fair's first aid partner and how you can enjoy the fun without the fuss. Come out, have a blast and stay safe as you moo-ve through the fairgrounds!

08/13/2025

School supply shopping can feel like prepping for a marathon, especially when the school supply list is longer than your weekly grocery haul! Follow these kid-friendly budget hacks to help you manage back-to-school shopping and even have a little fun.

08/12/2025

Do you know your A1C levels?

If you have diabetes, it’s important to know your A1C levels, and what your target level is. Whether you're managing or just preventing diabetes, staying within your target level is essential to preventing serious health complications.

Check out the graphic below for a more in-depth look at A1C levels. You can also join one of our diabetes workshops or support group to help manage your diabetes. Register today: https://bit.ly/3UxnZsu

08/11/2025

Say hello to Nicole Haskins, CRNP, a family nurse practitioner in Fort Washington who believes in empowering her patients through education and active participation in their care. When she’s not in the office, she enjoys working out, running and spending time with loved ones. You might even catch her at an obstacle race! Learn more and book an appointment: https://bit.ly/41DHiDg

08/11/2025

Feeling like a zombie when you wake up in the morning? Tune in to this weeks WGTS 91.9 health segment with Dr. Lindsey Prescher, cardiac surgeon at Adventist HealthCare, to discover how you can start feeling more refreshed each morning.

08/11/2025

Headed to the fair this week? Here's the scoop on some classic fair foods from Patricia, registered dietician with the Center for Fitness & Health at Shady Grove Medical Center at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, about how to enjoy your favorite fair foods mindfully without missing out on the fun!

08/11/2025

Ever wonder how physicians like to stay active? Dr. Michael Chen, interventional cardiologist with Adventist HealthCare Cardiac Associates, enjoys running – and this year, he once again placed in the National Senior Games! Dr. Chen competed in the 1 mile, 5K, and 10K road races, earning one gold and two silver medals in his age group.

The best part? He competed alongside his mom, who participated in the 5K power walk and 1500-meter power walk, taking home bronze medals in her age group in both events!

Congratulations to Dr. Chen and his mom on their incredible accomplishments! What a wonderful way to stay healthy and spend quality time being active with family.

08/07/2025

Let’s talk about “habit stacking!” Dr. Lindsey Prescher, our newest WGTS 91.9 health minute expert, is a cardiac surgeon with Adventist HealthCare. She recently joined Jerry and Summer to discuss the benefits of “habit stacking” and how you can use this to your advantage. Tune in today to get the latest tips.

08/06/2025

The new school year is sneaking up on us all and is right around the corner! Check back this month for some back to school tips to help you and your family knock the new school routine out of the park. Today, we’re sharing practical tips to ease back into the school routine and set the stage for a successful, exciting year ahead.

Stay tuned for helpful advice, fresh ideas and ways to make this school year one to look forward to!

08/04/2025

Today, we’re meeting Dr. Mitra Hashemi, a compassionate internal medicine physician in Germantown who believes in building lifelong relationships with her patients. Outside of the office, she loves to spend time with her two children. Learn more and book an appointment: https://bit.ly/4mrgyyy

08/04/2025

A full-circle moment of gratitude. In 2016, our team helped save Larry Bensignor’s life. Now, he and his wife Fern are giving back in a big way — supporting the future of heart care in our new tower.

In 2016, the cardiac care team at Shady Grove saved Larry Bensignor’s life. Now, Larry and his wife Fern are showing their gratitude with a significant donation to the cardiovascular treatment lab under construction in our new tower. ♥️
Read more: https://bit.ly/3UFWrAJ

07/31/2025

🏆 Congratulations to the team at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center for being recognized with the Medicus Integra Award, given to healthcare organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the well-being of their physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs).

White Oak Medical Center was presented with the prestigious Medicus Integra© Award by representatives from the Coalition for Physician & APP Well-Being on Thursday, July 24. The award was accepted by James Rost, MD, vice president and chief medical officer of White Oak Medical Center, in a ceremony held during the Coalition’s 2025 Joy & Wholeness Summit in Ashville, NC. White Oak Medical Center was named a recipient of the award in February 2025. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4kjvKxB

07/31/2025

New Podcast Series Alert!

We're excited to share a new series with the "Adventist HealthCare & You" podcast! Dr. Patsy McNeil, System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President of Adventist HealthCare, is hosting "Charting with Dr. McNeil" where she dives deeper into medicine, healthcare and how Adventist HealthCare is improving the health of our community, one person at a time. Episodes coming soon. You won't want to miss this. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

Listen to the trailer today to learn more: https://bit.ly/3IQrqaJ

07/30/2025

We hosted the closing ceremony for the 2025 Stepping Stones Program at Adventist HealthCare—a wonderful opportunity for pre-med and medical students to gain hands-on clinical experience within our hospitals.

The ceremony featured thoughtful remarks from Dan Cochran, President of Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, and guest speaker Dr. Andrew Baum, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine. Students also shared meaningful reflections on their time shadowing physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams throughout our system.

Congratulations to all of our 2025 participants! Your professionalism and passion for medicine truly stood out, and we’re honored to have supported you on this journey.

Be sure to mark your calendars—pre-registration for the 2026 Stepping Stones Program opens September 1, 2025.

07/29/2025

Did you know that July is UV Safety Month? ☀️ Summer fun often means more time outdoors, so don't forget to protect your skin from harmful UV rays! Learn how to stay safe in the sun from Dr. Mitra Hashemi, MD, an internal medicine physician with Adventist Medical Group - Primary Care. Read more and keep your skin healthy all summer long: https://bit.ly/3h24KCG

July is UV Safety Month. Although being outside in the sun has its benefits, it is important to keep yourself safe while doing so.

07/28/2025

This week, hear from Dr. Jose Bonelli, a dedicated internal medicine physician who’s provided care in the Silver Spring community for over 20 years. With a passion for patient care, he focuses on helping his patients by building strong partnerships to help prevent chronic illnesses. Learn more and book an appointment: https://bit.ly/3TXLtGG

07/25/2025

ICYMI: Jason, an exercise physiologist at Adventist HealthCare Sports Performance Institute, stopped by WGTS last month to talk about water safety and exercise where he shared tips for keeping kids safe around water and the benefits of water workouts. Listen today: https://bit.ly/4kRPA1N

Stay safe around water this summer with expert tips from Jason, an exercise physiologist with Adventist HealthCare. Learn water safety rules for kids and the benefits of exercising in the water.

07/24/2025

Congratulations to the 95 physicians affiliated with Adventist HealthCare who were named Top Doctors in the latest issue of Bethesda Magazine & Bethesda Beat. Their compassion and expertise in their specialties allows us to provide the very best care close to home.

07/21/2025

Did you miss National Ice Cream Day? No worries – we’re still celebrating with this delicious healthy alternative, blueberry lemon nice cream! It’s a refreshingly sweet twist on a hot summer day: https://bit.ly/3Y2RcOE

Have you been craving a frozen treat on these hot summer days? Look no further. Try this healthy and delicious recipe for blueberry lemon nice cream!

07/10/2025

Peru has a paw-some new pawtner! Meet Marcy, Adventist HealthCare’s newest facility dog. 🐶

In the latest episode of the “Adventist HealthCare & You” pawcast, Nimeet and guest host, Tina, welcome back Dr. Heather Tropiano and Colette to introduce Marcy, who joins Peru in supporting patients through their rehabilitation journeys.

Hear directly from the pups and their handlers as they talk about training with Canine Companions, Marcy’s acclimation into her new role Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation and Marcy and Peru’s newfound friendship. 💞

Don’t miss out, tune in today wherever you get your podcasts!

07/07/2025

Are you looking for a recipe to celebrate ? 🍫 Try this sweet and simple treat, crispy peanut butter balls! The best part, they're only four ingredients and ready in less then a half hour! Grab the recipe here:

Try these easy, four-ingredient crispy peanut butter bites for a tasty, healthy snack. Just mix, roll, freeze, dip in chocolate, and enjoy!

07/04/2025

As you gather to celebrate with fireworks, food and fun, we’re honored to be part of the care that supports you and your loved ones when you need it most. Wishing you and your family a happy and safe Fourth of July! 🎆