The GW Medical Faculty Associates

10/31/2025

We’re wrapping up Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but awareness and action should continue all year long. 💕 Learn from radiologist Jocelyn Rapelyea, MD, as she shares key facts about risk, screening, and the importance of early detection.

10/30/2025

Discover the brain-smart habits top neurologists swear by — featuring insights from neurologist, Antonio Puente, MD. 🧠 Check out the full article here: https://www.self.com/story/brain-health-bad-habits-neurologists-avoid via SELF

What you *don’t* do matters for your thinker too.

10/30/2025

neurologist, Antonio Puente, MD, provides the brain-smart habits top neurologists swear by. Read the full article here:

What you *don’t* do matters for your thinker too.

10/29/2025

This past weekend, the GW Kidney team proudly joined the Kidney Walk to support those affected by kidney disease. A huge thank you to everyone who came out and walked for this incredible cause — your support makes a difference! 🧡

10/28/2025

Genetic testing can play a key role in understanding breast cancer risk. The George Washington University Cancer Center’s Pavani Chalasani, MD, shares expert insight: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/know-genetic-testing-breast-cancer-155938658.html via Flow Space

If you've ever considered whether genetic testing for breast cancer is right for you, you're not alone.

10/27/2025

This weekend, the Operational Medicine Team and many staffers and volunteers from GW and across the city, paired up with the Marine Corp doctors to take care of the more than 40,000 runners who participated in this year’s historical 50th !

10/24/2025

Thinking of trying the viral baking soda face scrub? According to dermatologist Pooja Sodha, MD, the risks — like disrupting your skin’s protective barrier — may outweigh the alleged benefits. Check out why this trending “hack” might not be worth it: https://buff.ly/FYrxt3T via Healthline

Baking soda skin care hacks are going viral on social media platforms like TikTok. Here’s why you might want to avoid putting baking soda on your skin, according to dermatologists.

10/23/2025

This week, we’re celebrating our incredible who keep every patient visit running smoothly with skill, compassion, and care. 💙 Thank you to our MAs for being the heartbeat of our clinics and for everything you do to support our patients and providers every day.

10/21/2025

This , we’re celebrating our incredible pharmacy team for their commitment to safe, accessible, and compassionate care. 💙 Did you know the GW MFA Pharmacy offers same-day prescription fills, free home delivery within the beltway, and immunizations? Visit us at gwdocs.com/pharmacy to learn more.

10/15/2025

Learn expert insights from cosmetic dermatologist Pooja Sodha, MD, as she discusses evidence-based skincare and the latest trends in aesthetic dermatology.
Watch the full Fox 5 DC segment here:

Everywhere you look online, people are trying the latest skincare tricks. But do they actually work? Dermatologist Dr. Pooja Sodha is here to break down what’s hype and what actually helps your skin.

10/14/2025

radiologist Rachel Brem, MD, of the GW Cancer Center, shares her insights on breast density and early detection in the new PBS documentary series “Dense Breasts.” Learn more about this important conversation on women’s health: https://www.theflowspace.com/physical-health/conditions-treatments/dense-breasts-pbs-documentary-series-3006120/ via Flow Space

Here's what we learned about dense breasts from a special episode of "Breakthrough Women in Science and Medicine," which aired on PBS on Oct. 5.