MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

05/29/2026

In surgical oncology, the critical window of time between diagnosis and the start of treatment can close quickly, especially for aggressive or complex digestive cancers. While the national average time to treatment is nearly 30 days, we are working to reduce that by 30%.

Speed and quality shouldn’t be opposites. In fact, both are vital part of quality cancer care. Learn from Dr. Mihir M. Shah why “treatment yesterday” is always better than “treatment tomorrow.”

Learn why MedStar Health is reducing the time from digestive cancer diagnosis to treatment.

05/28/2026

There's a surgical option providing symptom relief and a brighter future for those affected by Parkinson's disease.

InvestigateTV shows how adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) works as a "pacemaker for the brain." They profiled Rick Schena, the first patient in the D.C. area to receive aDBS, and spoke with his neurologist, our own Dr. Fernando Pagan.

“I think it’s a game changer because it shows that AI can be very beneficial...It’s a tool that allows us to give a better quality of life for our patients,” Pagan said.

See how this new technology is allowing Rick to take to new heights—literally! ✈️

New adaptive deep brain stimulation system uses artificial intelligence to adjust treatment in real time

05/28/2026

Wondering if there’s an app for trusted urgent care anytime you need it? Watch the Facebook Live replay to learn how MedStar Health eVisit works and when it’s the right choice.

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05/28/2026

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer, but no two patient journeys are the same.

Dr. Stephen Liu, chief of Hematology and Oncology, tells WebMD that for patients with EGFR-positive NSCLC, treatment must be personalized and reflect each person’s unique needs, biology, and response to care.

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05/27/2026

Social media has changed how athletes see training, progress, and even themselves. It can be a great tool, but it can also create a false sense of what it actually takes to improve. In honor of , here are steps athletes can take to have a healthy relationship with social media.

Social media has changed how athletes see training, progress, and even themselves. It can be a great tool, but it can also create a false sense of what it actually takes to improve.

05/27/2026

A Facebook post helped save Debbie Winkfield’s life. ❤️

NBC Washington found out how her personal plea for a kidney donor reconnected her with a friend she hadn't seen in nearly 40 years, and how a groundbreaking robotic surgery sped up her recovery.

Watch her amazing story using the link in the comments.

A Facebook post helped save a Virginia mother’s life. News4’s Eun Yang tells us how the woman’s personal plea for a kidney donor reconnected two old friends, and how a groundbreaking robotic surgery sped up her recovery.

05/27/2026

From planning her own funeral to mounting a political comeback! Here's the powerful story of how Birgitta Ohlsson, former Minister for European Union Affairs of Sweden, beat cancer.

Aftonbladet was on hand for Birgitta’s last appointment with our Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy program and highlights her harrowing road to recovery.

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”Många känner att pendeln har slagit för långt” WASHINGTON DC. På sjukhuset där hon varit nära att dö säger Birgitta Ohlsson farväl till sjuksköterskorna. Innan

05/26/2026

On the latest episode of , we chat with Dr. Joseph Roswarski, medical hematologist, about his research in hematologic malignancies, particularly lymphoma and multiple myeloma.

See the link in the comments to download and listen to this important conversation.

For more information about our Malignant Hematology Oncology group, please call (202) 444-5209.

05/26/2026

A brain tumor diagnosis can be an overwhelming experience for patients and families. Our multidisciplinary Comprehensive Brain Tumor Center provides diagnosis and treatment for brain metastases and neurological sequelae, or the after effects of a previous cancer, including headaches, seizures, and neuropathies.

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MedStar Health’s newly opened Comprehensive Brain Tumor Center, based at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, provides diagnostic and treatment services though a full complement of medical disciplines focused on neuro-oncology.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, join us in taking a moment to honor those serving and to remember those who have lost their lives defending our freedom.

We are forever grateful for your courage and sacrifice.