Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center – Mental Health

09/15/2025

Dr. Wayne Meyer is an internal medicine physician with over 30 years of experience caring for the Rockville community. An important part of the care he provides is getting to know his patients so when a problem arises, he can best support them. Learn more and book an appointment: https://bit.ly/41XfBq2

09/12/2025

Exercising can seem daunting, but it doesn’t need to be! Exercise can be as simple as going for a brisk walk around the neighborhood for 30 minutes, or 15 minutes, twice. Jason, exercise physiologist at Adventist HealthCare Sports Performance Institute, recently joined Jerry and Summer on WGTS 91.9 and shared easy tips to make your exercise routine simple and enjoyable. Listen now!

09/11/2025

Adventist HealthCare is walking in the Susan G. Komen DMV Tri-State MORE THAN PINK Walk at National Harbor on October 11, alongside 97.1 WASH-FM. Join our team, Adventist HealthCare's Pink Spirit Squad, as we walk together with purpose and power to end breast cancer! https://bit.ly/48bGwSI

09/09/2025

Join us by the lake at Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center for the Triumph Trek & Health Fair on Sunday, Sept. 21!

Bring your family to the Triumph Trek & Health Fair on Sunday, Sept. 21 for a celebration of hope and wellness. Join us by the lake at White Oak Medical Center for a variety of family-friendly activities, including:

🐶 Kissing booth with Marcy & Peru, our lovable facility dogs
🎨 Face painting by the YMCA Silver Spring
🚑 Explore a firetruck & ambulance courtesy of Montgomery County Maryland – Fire & Rescue Service
🏰 Bounce house, games & kids’ fun
🎶 Live music from the 229th Maryland Army National Guard Band
🚚 Local food trucks serving up tasty bites

Register early to receive a free tee-shirt (while supplies last): https://bit.ly/3Jnyhsg

09/09/2025

Tony, a dedicated Safety Officer at The Lourie Center for Children's Social & Emotional Wellness, where he helps create a nurturing and emotionally safe environment for students and staff. From leading the crisis intervention team to supporting colleagues and students through both everyday challenges and complex emotional needs, Tony ensures everyone feels heard, supported, and empowered to thrive.

In our latest Behind the Flame spotlight, Tony shares why The Lourie Center’s mission inspired him, the best career advice he has for others, and even a fun fact about meeting Serena Williams!

Get to know Tony and his story: https://bit.ly/4n32jAi

09/08/2025

Say hello to Dr. Ina Lim, an internal medicine physician in Silver Spring who’s passionate about preventive care, but also helping patients manage chronic conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes. When she’s not in the clinic, she enjoys baking and taking walks with her family. Learn more and book an appointment: https://bit.ly/4m7GGxV

09/03/2025

Everyone can be a life saver.🛟 Join our community partner EveryMind. for a free webinar and learn how the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline supports mental health with 24/7 counseling, local resources and emergency coordination. Register here: https://bit.ly/3I5ERDD

09/03/2025

Back-to-school season is here and that means it's time to think about school lunches! Tune in as Patricia Hertz, registered dietitian with the Center for Fitness & Health at Shady Grove Medical Center, joins Jerry and Summer on WGTS 91.9 to share practical advice for making nutritious lunches that fuel your child’s mind and body for a successful school year.

09/03/2025

💙 You’re not alone. The mental health services team at Shady Grove Medical Center stands with anyone going through tough times. If you’re in crisis or need someone to talk to, help is just a call or text away. Reach out to the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7 by dialing 988. ***dePreventionMonth

09/02/2025

Since 1999, Lasandra has exemplified the spirit of compassionate care at Adventist HealthCare. Currently serving as a Pre-Admission Testing Nurse at Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center, she combines decades of surgical services experience with a deep commitment to her patients' physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Guided by her faith, Lasandra's approach to nursing is rooted in empathy, education, and a genuine desire to make a difference in every patient's life.

Her journey began in high school as a Nursing Assistant, leading her to become the first in her family to attend college and earn her RN and BSN degrees. Lasandra's dedication to her profession and her patients is truly inspiring.

Join us in celebrating Lasandra's unwavering commitment to care and her embodiment of Adventist HealthCare's mission to provide compassionate care to all.

https://bit.ly/4606y8Y

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! Today we celebrate our incredible Adventist HealthCare team for the compassion and dedication you bring to our patients, families, and community every day. Thank you for all you do!

08/27/2025

In the first episode of “Charting with Dr. McNeil,” Dr. Patsy McNeil, System Chief Medical Officer and Executive Vice President at Adventist HealthCare, sits down with three inspiring women physicians to talk about their journeys in medicine.

Dr. Judith Gurdian, Dr. Senda Beltaifa and Dr. Cynthia Plate share their experience about how the field has changed for women, the importance of mentorship and why building relationships matters – not just professionally, but also personally for your own health.

It’s a heartfelt and empowering conversation you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Tune in whenever you get your podcasts or on our website: https://bit.ly/4my18cb

08/25/2025

Get to know Dr. Michael Landau, a family medicine physician based in Gaithersburg with a strong passion for preventive care. Dr. Landau believes having meaningful connections with his patients is the foundation of great care. He takes time to really get to know and understand his patients to better serve them. Learn more and book an appointment: https://bit.ly/41uvFz4

07/30/2025

Mental health matters. Every community deserves support, healing and understanding but too often, stigma keeps important conversations in the shadows.

In the African American community, this silence is amplified by systemic bias, cultural barriers and decades of underrepresentation in mental health care. It's time to break the cycle.

Let’s shift the narrative. Normalize speaking up. Celebrate seeking help. And amplify resources that empower and educate.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/44YkrFv

07/24/2025

Worried about substance use for yourself or someone you care about? You’re not alone, and help is here.

Recognizing the signs early is a powerful first step toward healing. Take our free, confidential online risk assessment to better understand what you're experiencing and explore your options.

💙 No Judgement. Just support.
👉 https://bit.ly/4o5q9ww

06/13/2025

A lush garden at our assisted living center, The Manor, provides nourishment, a sense of community and purpose for residents. By leaning into his green thumb, the center's supervisor has created a spot with therapeutic and nutritional benefits to the adults with chronic and severe mental illness who call The Manor home. 🌿🍅💐 Read more: https://www.adventisthealthcare.com/living-well/manor-garden/

05/14/2025

You are never alone. If you or someone you love is struggling, help is just a call, text, or chat away. Dial 988 to connect with compassionate, 24/7 support through the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. You can also reach out online at www.988LifeLine.org. No matter what you’re facing, you deserve help and hope. 💚

05/06/2025

Happy Nurses Week 2025! 🌼 ⚕️ From Nightingale to now, nurses have always lighted the way to a more caring and compassion tomorrow. To Shady Grove's current nurses and all those who have served our patients before them, thank you for sharing your skills and reminding the world of the power of human connection.

05/05/2025

Every step we take helps break down stigma and build up support for those affected by mental illness. Shady Grove Medical Center was delighted to sponsor this weekend's NAMIWalks Montgomery County event at Rio. Participants (and some cute puppies) walked for their loved ones, our patients, caregivers and so everyone knows it's OK to not be OK -- and there's a community to help.

04/23/2025

We're recognizing Alcohol Awareness Month by shining a light on our Substance Use treatment program, part of our mental health services. Clinical manager Nancy Montier and therapist Kelly Tuckwaite joined the Adventist HealthCare & You podcast to explore this impactful program and how they provide support to address substance use challenges. Discover more about their work and resources available to help: https://bit.ly/4lABkvT

Team members from the Chemical Dependency program, Nancy and Kelly, join Shanna and Nimeet to discuss the services and treatment they provide for patients entering the program.

04/19/2025

Our Behavioral Health courtyard's cherry blossoms are in bloom! 🌸 If you need a little mood boost, a walk under spring's flowering trees might be in order. A 2022 study found looking at flowers can reduce negative emotion, lower blood pressure and provide a distraction from stress. 🌷 Beautification of this space was made possible by donations to our hospital. Giving can also boost your mood:
https://www.adventisthealthcare.com/give/

04/17/2025

A group of our physicians have just returned from a mission trip to Honduras, where they provided life-changing care to underserved communities. Physicians including Drs. Pauliukonis, Lukula, Brodsky, Chester, and Bianchi completed nearly 76 surgeries, provided primary care, and educated local physicians. Shady Grove Medical Center and US Anesthesia Partners donated medications and supplies to the team. Their work is a powerful reminder of the compassion and dedication that defines Shady Grove's medical staff both inside and outside our hospital's walls.

04/09/2025

Our expressive therapies team at Shady Grove Medical Center celebrated Creative Arts Therapy Week in March with an uplifting music session. The focus of this significant week is to emphasize the transformative nature of creative arts therapy and its pivotal role in assisting mental health patients on their path to recovery.