MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

01/02/2026

Thanks for the visit, Washington Capitals! ❤️

01/01/2026

For busy families, access to care can make all the difference.

“Both of our girls went through a miserable stretch of passing pink eye back and forth, and as a parent, it felt like we were constantly trying to stay one step ahead. We knew it wasn’t an emergency, but primary care visits were booked for weeks, and our urgent care centers were packed.

We were exhausted and out of options. Then I remembered the MedStar eVisit app I had downloaded “just in case.” I checked the list of conditions, saw pink eye included, and decided to give it a try. We snapped a quick photo of our daughter’s eye, uploaded it, and within minutes, we were talking to a clinician who had already reviewed everything.

She was kind, reassuring, and immediately sent a prescription for medicated drops to our preferred pharmacy. It was honestly one of the easiest, smoothest care experiences we’ve ever had—fast, comforting, and exactly what our family needed.

I can’t recommend MedStar eVisit enough for virtual urgent care.” - Brenda Wolcott, community health system manager at MedStar Health

👉 See how you can access convenient, 24/7 virtual urgent care with MedStar eVisit:
http://ms.spr.ly/6181tIPe9

01/01/2026

As we approach the new year, we hope you join us in reflecting on times of gratitude and support 🤝.

Heartfelt thanks to our associates and medical staff for providing exceptional and compassionate service to our patients and community.

If you need us for care, you can trust us to be your partner in maintaining good health. We wish you all a safe, healthy, and ! 🎉

12/30/2025

Having access to trusted care after hours can make all the difference for families.

“When my 13-year-old daughter injured her ankle during an evening soccer practice, it was too late to visit urgent care. Her ankle was swollen and painful, and I was worried it might affect her ability to do the things she loves long-term. I tried MedStar eVisit for peace of mind—and it was the best decision I could’ve made.

The app was incredibly easy to use; once I entered the insurance information, we were connected with a provider within minutes. The video quality was excellent, and the provider was calm, kind, and thorough. She reassured us, gave clear care instructions, and even sent notes to urgent care for a follow-up the next day.

The whole process saved us hours of anxiety and an unnecessary trip to the ER. MedStar eVisit gave me confidence that I was doing the best for my child and saved me from a sleepless night of worry. I would absolutely recommend it—quick, professional care right from home when you need it most.” - Robin Fuchs
MedStar Health Digital Asset Specialist

👉 See how you can access convenient, 24/7 virtual urgent care with MedStar eVisit:
http://ms.spr.ly/6189taXfB

12/29/2025

For many patients with blood cancer, CAR T-cell therapy is a game-changer.

Dr. Jennifer Kanakry, medical director of our Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy Program, spoke with Fox 5 DC about how this groundbreaking treatment transforms a patient’s own immune cells into cancer-fighting warriors. Watch this video to learn more.

12/26/2025

Wishing a happy and prosperous to those who celebrate!

12/25/2025

This Christmas, we hope you’re able to connect and celebrate with those you love. ❤️

Should you need us for care, you can trust us to be your partner in maintaining good health.

We also want to thank our associates for their compassion and service to our patients. Every day, they make us .

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas! 🎄

12/24/2025

Huge thank you to Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Fox 5 DC for helping spread some holiday cheer for our pediatric patients!

Our gratitude to Alexandria Hyundai for their work on the Pack a Palisade campaign and their ongoing support of cancer research in partnership with Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center is immeasurable. Look at this Palisade overflowing with toys for our pediatric patients! 🎁 🎅

12/22/2025

Colorectal cancer, traditionally seen in older adults, is rising among younger people. So, how can we detect it or reduce our risk?

Dr. Steven Wexner, world-renowned colorectal surgeon, joined DC News Now’s “What's Going Around” to break down this alarming trend and shared some simple steps to reduce your colorectal cancer risk. See our comments to read more.

For a growing number of adults under 50, a cancer diagnosis is becoming a fact of life, and now the rates are climbing among people in their 20s, 30s, and early 40s.

12/22/2025

Join us in thanking the Washington Capitals for bringing some holiday cheer to our patients at the Child Life Center! 🎅❤️

12/19/2025

Don't let prostate cancer treatment disrupt your life. CyberKnife® treats prostate cancer with 5 vs. the 40 treatments needed with traditional radiation.

It’s a non-surgical approach with minimal recovery time, getting you back to your daily life without interruption.

Hear from Dr. Jonathan Lischalk, director of radiosurgery and genitourinary cancer programs at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, as he explains the research-based benefits of CyberKnife compared to traditional radiation.

👉 Click the link in the comments to learn more.

12/18/2025

When symptoms felt serious, Sheila turned to MedStar eVisit–Telehealth for guidance she could trust.

"I would not have gone to the Emergency Room as soon as I did if it weren’t for MedStar eVisit. Thank goodness I followed the provider’s advice. During my first eVisit, I was in the comfort of my own home, but I was really in a lot of pain.

I decided to try the MedStar eVisit app and spoke with a provider quickly. She calmed my nerves and told me that if the pain got worse, I should go to the ER. The pain worsened, and I ended up having a procedure to relieve a kidney stone. I wouldn’t have sought in-person care as quickly as I should have if I hadn’t spoken with the eVisit provider.

Today, I always consider using MedStar eVisit because it’s so quick and convenient. I recommend MedStar eVisit to anyone in the service area for convenient care anytime of the day or night.” — Sheila Diggs, team lead, medical records, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center

See how you can access convenient, 24/7 virtual urgent care with MedStar eVisit: http://ms.spr.ly/6182toln8.