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11/29/2025

What is coronary artery disease? Can it be prevented? How is it treated? What does a diagnosis mean for your life? All your questions about this common heart disease, answered.

Coronary artery disease (also called coronary heart disease) is the number-one killer of both men and women in the United States, and it’s the most common type of heart disease.

11/27/2025

Sibley Memorial Hospital Foundation is thankful for our generous supporters throughout the year! Our annual report shares some examples of where philanthropy has truly made an impact at Sibley. We are grateful! https://bit.ly/48mBjWE

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re celebrating the flavors that bring us together. From stuffing to sweet potatoes, our employees share the dishes they can’t live without. 🥔🍗🥘

What’s your must-have Thanksgiving food?

11/26/2025

Sibley Volunteer Shares Her Story on "Motivation with Marissa"

Rhonda Frederick-Stewart, a volunteer at Sibley Memorial Hospital, spoke with Marissa Mitchell from Fox 5 DC's "Motivation with Marissa" about how she not only overcame blood cancers, non-Hodgkin lymphoma and acute myeloid leukemia, but also dealt with a bone marrow transplant and a brain aneurysm. Rhonda details her story in her book, The Faith Fighter vs. The Health Destroyer. You can watch the segment here:

On this week’s “Motivation with Marissa,” a local woman who has battled a series of serious health issues shares her journey. Rhonda Frederick-Stewart not only overcame blood cancers, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and acute myeloid leukemia (AML), but she also dealt with a bone marrow transplant an...

11/25/2025

Meet Sophie , an internal medicine primary care nurse practitioner (NP). A typical day in her life consists of:

👩🏻‍⚕️Seeing patients and urgent cases
💻Reviewing labs and imaging
❤️24 hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
✏️ Mentoring and educating students

11/25/2025

When it's time to wind down for the night, are you having trouble getting to sleep? These three diet tweaks may be helpful.

Caffeine can sneak into your diet in surprising ways, and heartburn triggers can keep you awake as well. Here's what to watch out for in your diet, plus foods that help you sleep.

11/24/2025

Don’t accept eye diseases as just a normal part of aging. These steps can reduce your risk of three common eye conditions: cataracts, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration.

Simple lifestyle changes can help you control three common diseases of the older eye: glaucoma, cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.

11/24/2025

Alcohol consumption increases the risk for at least seven types of cancer. Join us on December 6th as Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos will discuss the U.S. Surgeon General’s latest advisory on the link between alcohol use and cancer. Learn about realistic lifestyle choices and how alcohol fits into the broader picture of cancer prevention: https://alcohol-and-cancer-december-3-cbzgm.events.sibley.org/

11/24/2025

If your doctor finds a lump in your neck and diagnoses a thyroid nodule, you may be concerned. But about 95% of thyroid growths are benign, and even if they’re not, they are still highly treatable. A head and neck surgeon tells you what to expect.

Thyroid Nodules: When to Worry Endocrine System Suppose you go to your doctor for a check-up, and, as she’s feeling your neck, she notices a bump. Then, suppose she tells you there’s a nodule on your thyroid. Is it time to panic? No, say experts at Johns Hopkins’ Department of Otolaryngology a...

11/23/2025

Proton Therapy sends beams of high energy that target tumor cells more precisely than other forms of radiation — protecting surrounding healthy tissue in the process. It’s ideal for treating tumors in or near sensitive areas such as the brain, eyes, spinal cord, heart, major blood vessels & nerves.

Proton therapy, also known as proton beam therapy, is a form of radiation treatment used to destroy tumor cells. Learn more about proton therapy from the experts at Johns Hopkins.

11/22/2025

Ever hear of prebiotics? (Kind of like a cousin to probiotics). Find out what they are, what foods they're found in & how they can help your heart health.

Bacteria may benefit heart health in surprising ways. Here’s what Johns
Hopkins researchers are learning about that connection and the power of
probiotics—and prebiotics—in your diet.

11/22/2025

For the second time this year, Sibley Memorial Hospital has earned an 'A' safety grade from the Leapfrog Group for our efforts to provide safe patient care! Thank you to our physicians, nurses and team members for your commitment to quality and safety! 🎉

11/22/2025

“If you’re getting enough sleep, you’re going to be better able to fulfill your new responsibilities of taking care of the baby,” says sleep specialist Dr. Grace Pien. Catch up on some zzz’s with these tips for new parents.

Frequent feedings, diaper changes and walking the halls with a fussy baby can make sleeping soundly at night nearly impossible. A Johns Hopkins sleep expert offers strategies on getting rest as a new parent.

11/21/2025

The Johns Hopkins Ward Infinity Impact Accelerator is a 16-week, equity-free accelerator for community-rooted ventures solving critical health and environmental challenges across the Greater Washington region. Last week Sibley Memorial Hospital was proud to welcome the 2025 Ward Infinity Fellow Cohort to learn about Hospital Operations, hear from our President, Dr. Zia, VP of Operations, Caroline Shafa and engage with a panel of our clinical and operational leaders from our Oncology, IT, Patient Advocacy, Women and Infant Services departments. Fellows enjoyed networking and thought-sharing about innovations in healthcare. For more information about the ward infinity program, visit: https://bit.ly/47U1RQ7

11/21/2025

Have you ever wondered what goes into lighting the Billings Dome at The Johns Hopkins Hospital? Watch as Senior Engineer David Nelson takes us behind the scenes to reveal everything involved in illuminating this iconic building.

11/21/2025

“There is a long time between the earliest problems in blood vessels and the development of symptoms of heart disease,” says cardiologist Dr. Roy Ziegelstein. “The process often starts in your 30s, so to avoid problems later in life, it’s important to follow recommended guidelines now”.

If you have symptoms of depression you may have a higher risk for developing heart disease later in life.

11/20/2025

11/20/2025

“Strict adherence to medication is the single most important thing a patient with glaucoma can do to keep their vision from worsening,” says Wilmer Eye Institute ophthalmologist Dr. Jithin Yohannan. Learn more about this and other tips to help navigate life with glaucoma.

While glaucoma can lead to irreversible blindness, lifestyle changes and medication can reduce its impact. These tips from a Johns Hopkins expert can help live better with glaucoma.

11/19/2025

In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, Sibley Memorial Hospital is spotlighting its Sibley Senior Association and Club Memory® programs. The Senior Association offers classes, events and wellness programs for adults 50+, while Club Memory® provides a stigma-free social group for individuals with mild cognitive impairment or dementia and their care partners.

For more information about Club Memory® and Sibley Senior Association visit:

If you are 50 years or older, Sibley Memorial Hospital invites you to become a member of an association that will help you maintain your good health. We have more than 4,000 members. Please call the SSA office for more information at 202-364-7602.

11/18/2025

Last week was Perioperative (OR) Nurses Week! We proudly honor the exceptional contributions of our OR nurses. Their expertise, professionalism and unwavering dedication are at the heart of every successful surgical procedure. They help ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality care for our patients. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to excellence, teamwork and compassionate service to our patients, colleagues and community.

11/17/2025

Congratulations to Vielka W., for being our distinguished CARE Award winner for November 2025! The CARE Award recognizes the exceptional care delivery from our clinical technicians and stands for Compassion, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence. She is the third recipient of the CARE Award this year! 🎉

11/15/2025

The Sibley Renaissance is among the elite 19% of skilled nursing facilities that earned a “High Performing” rating — the highest possible achievement — for Best Short-Term Rehabilitation in the U.S. News 2026 Best Nursing Homes list. You can see the ratings on its U.S. News profile page: https://bit.ly/480imsT

11/14/2025

Last week, the Sibley Soirée raised more than $2 million for the Maternal Health Access Program, thanks to the generosity of so many and a remarkable $1 million matching gift from the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation. The patients Sibley serves are not just statistics—they are families whose lives are deeply impacted by this philanthropy. See you all next year!

11/11/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month—a time to honor and support those who care for loved ones. The Washington Metro Oasis Caregiver Support Group, sponsored by Family & Nursing Care, provides a compassionate online space to share stories, gain practical advice, and connect with others who truly understand the caregiving journey. Participants consistently find comfort and perspective through these sessions. Join us online and take a step toward caring for yourself while you care for others—because you’re not alone: https://bit.ly/3WPvPhW