MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

04/17/2026

The statistic is sobering: Black women face a childbirth mortality rate three times higher than their White counterparts.

On Fox 5 DC, OB/GYN Dr. Oscar Mims explains why these disparities persist, what conversations need to be had, and how solutions are taking shape.

04/17/2026

Four months after being listed for a small bowel transplant, Wendy received the call that changed her life. Her transplant was made possible by one family’s decision to donate their 10-year-old son’s organs after an unexpected brain aneurysm.

Watch Wendy’s story as she meets the donor family for the first time.

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04/17/2026

Could your headaches, poor sleep, or low energy be linked to stress? On the MedStar Health Blog, nurse practitioner Autumn Castro shares how stress affects your body and when it might be time to take action.

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Learn how stress affects your body, common symptoms of stress, and simple ways to manage stress and protect your long-term health.

04/16/2026

"I knew that you could donate a kidney, but I never knew you could donate a portion of your liver."

When Hannah’s friend’s son needed a liver donation, Hannah wanted to help, but she was not a match. She also knew many other people were waiting for life-saving transplants. So, Hannah signed up to become a living organ donor and helped someone in need.

Visit MedStarHealth.org/LivingDonor or call 202-444-3714 to learn more about becoming a living donor.

04/16/2026

We’re LIVE, busting myths about hip and knee replacements with Dr. Jeffrey Matheny, orthopedic surgeon. Are you considering your first surgery or a revision? Watch and ask questions about this common procedure.

04/15/2026

Back and leg pain don’t have to be your “new normal.” At MedStar Health, we use a conservative approach to help patients reclaim their mobility. Learn from Dr. David Weiner why common signs, such as leaning on the shopping cart, could point to spinal stenosis – a condition that can often be treated without surgery.

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04/15/2026

If joint pain is slowing you down, you may be wondering if hip or knee replacement is right for you. There is a lot of information out there about age, pain, recovery time, and how long joint replacements last. Let us separate fact from fiction.

Tune in to our Facebook Live tomorrow, April 16, at noon as orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Matheny shares the latest advances in joint replacement care.

Have questions? Ask them in the comments below and join us live for the answers.

04/15/2026

“I’m someone who values my work and staying present—but I’ve also learned that taking care of your health, and protecting others, has to come first. MedStar Health eVisit has made that balance so much easier.

Whenever something comes up that doesn’t quite rise to the level of urgent care—but still needs prompt attention—I turn to eVisit. The providers are consistently warm, professional, and attentive. I’ve always felt heard, never rushed, and confident in the care I’m receiving.

What I appreciate most is how simple and efficient the entire process is. The app is intuitive, the visits fit seamlessly into my day, and when needed, a prescription is sent in quickly so I can begin treatment right away.

It’s reassuring to know that high-quality care is available on my schedule—without disrupting my day. MedStar eVisit has become my go-to for reliable, virtual urgent care when I need it most.”

–Steph Giuliano, MedStar Health Real Estate and Facilities

Anyone in Maryland, DC, or Virginia can access virtual urgent care 24/7 with MedStar eVisit.

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04/14/2026

Every day, lives are saved because someone chose to become a living organ donor. Could that someone be you?

More than 90,000 people in the United States are waiting for a kidney transplant, and thousands more need a liver transplant, with many not surviving the wait.

This , join our Facebook Live to dispel myths about becoming a living kidney or liver donor. Our experts from MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute will address common concerns, clear up misconceptions, and help you understand how you can make a life changing impact.

Have questions about donating? Ask them in the comments below and tune in LIVE for answers.

To learn more, please visit http://ms.spr.ly/6181QCGvT.

04/14/2026

We were excited to welcome runners for our first-ever event! This year's group includes world-renowned ultra-marathoner Michael Wardian, and our own Chris Heydrick, PT, and Chris Wilde, PA.

They have more ground to cover these next few days. Let's wish them the best of luck as they tackle 200 miles across multiple MedStar Health locations.

04/13/2026

Myth or fact? Swipe through to learn more about living kidney and liver donation and common myths about becoming a donor. You may be able to help save a life.

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04/10/2026

At MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, we’re using the latest technologies to help more people access life-saving kidney transplant surgery. Discover how first-in-the-region robotic-assisted kidney transplant program offers patients expanded access, faster recovery, and greater precision.

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