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MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is a not-for-profit 400-bed community teaching hospital locat The patient is the first priority in everything we do.

Vision:
The trusted leader in caring for people and advancing health. Values:
Service: We strive to anticipate and meet the needs of our patients, physicians and co-workers. Patient First: We strive to deliver the best to every patient every day. Integrity: We communicate openly and honestly, build trust and conduct ourselves according to the highest ethical standards. Respect: We treat each individual, those we serve and those with whom we work, with the highest professionalism and dignity. Innovation: We embrace change and work to improve all we do in a fiscally responsible manner. Teamwork: System effectiveness is built on collective strength and cultural diversity of everyone, working with open communication and mutual respect. Parking: Street, Parking Lot, Valet

Founded: In 1898, eight physicians plant the roots of Franklin Square in Baltimore. With just 20 beds, it is the first hospital to open in the community of West Baltimore. Featured Awards:
· 2012 Delmarva Foundation Award for Quality Excellence
· Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
· U.S.News and World Report Best Hospitals
· ANCC Magnet Recognition

Quality Awards:
· The Joint Commission Hospital Accreditation
· Maryland Patient Safety Center (MPSC) Minogue Award
· American Heart/American Stroke Association's Gold Award
· Target Stroke Honor Roll
· Designated Aetna Institute of Quality for Orthopedic Care – Spine Surgery
· Stroke State Certification & Accreditation and The Joint Commission Disease Specific Care certification
· Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
· Institutional Accreditation, 5 years Continued Accreditation Service

Service Awards:
· 2010 Best Place to Work
· Breast-feeding-Friendly Workplace Award Environment
Environmental Awards:
· 2012 Partner for Change Award
· 2009 Practice Greenhealth Partner Recognition Award
· 2010 EPA Trailblazer Award

Company Overview
MedStar Franklin Square is the third-largest hospital in Maryland, with 347 licensed beds, Our emergency department treats more than 108,000 patients annually. With more than 3,000 skilled professionals, including over 1,000 nurses and 400 staff physicians, MedStar Franklin Square is one of the largest employers in Baltimore County. More than 750 independently practicing physicians have applied for privileges, choosing MedStar Franklin Square as their hospital of choice for surgical referrals, radiology and laboratory services.

10/23/2026

What if treating breast cancer effectively meant doing less surgery, radiation, and chemo?

10/23/2026

Actress Christina Applegate recently revealed that her doctor believes she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), raising questions about how the condition is identified. Dr. Justin Martello, neurologist at MedStar Health, joined Fox 5 DC to explain more.

He discussed why there is no single test for MS, how neurologists typically make a diagnosis, and which other conditions can sometimes mimic MS.

Watch the full interview to learn more about MS diagnosis.

10/22/2026

Race season is here… is your heart ready to cross the finish line?

No matter where you are on your running journey, from your first 5K to a new PR, your heart is putting in the work. Don’t forget to stretch, stay hydrated, give your body time to recover, and pay attention to symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, fainting, or unusual shortness of breath during exercise.

Keep your heart in the race and learn how our sports cardiologists help athletes of all levels stay active with gold-medal heart care: http://ms.spr.ly/6188aaIag.

10/20/2026

Your favorite team might be stressing you out, but is it really the reason your blood pressure is high?

Football season can bring plenty of highs and lows, but your blood pressure shouldn’t be one of them. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often has no noticeable symptoms. This season, the biggest win is learning your numbers and what they really mean.

Read more about hypertension and how to manage your blood pressure:http://ms.spr.ly/6181av4vL.

10/20/2026

A nurse’s impact can reach far beyond the hospital room. 💙

It can be found in the reassurance they provide, the compassion they show, the expertise they share, and the way they help patients and families feel supported when they need it most.

If a nurse at our hospital has made a difference in your life or the life of someone you love, tell their story by nominating them for Baltimore magazine’s 13th annual Excellence in Nursing awards.

Patients, colleagues, and nurses can all submit nominations. Help us celebrate an exceptional nurse today! 👉 http://ms.spr.ly/6188avxaO.

10/16/2026

Learning you or a loved one has a brain tumor changes life in an instant. At the Comprehensive Brain Tumor Center, our neuro-oncology clinic acts as the glue for coordinated, holistic care.

Bringing together a wide array of specialists to collaborate on your treatment plan during a unified appointment help make your care more convenient and coordinate. Learn from Dr. Edina Komlodi-Pasztor and Dr. Joseph Clark Watson how a unified care model leads to better outcomes for patients.

Facing a brain tumor diagnosis? Learn how MedStar Health’s unified team coordinates specialized care and holistic treatment plans.

10/16/2026

Be confident in consistent care. Each year, more than 1 million cases of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) require hospitalization in the U.S., and about 30% of ACS cases are classified as ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), caused by a complete blockage in a coronary artery.

We've earned a award for regional collaboration regarding the care for those experiencing the most severe heart attacks. Learn how we earned this recognition: http://ms.spr.ly/6189atUEL.

10/15/2026

Anna was preparing for an artist residency abroad when a routine mammogram led to an unexpected breast cancer diagnosis. She turned to our multidisciplinary team for care, with a treatment plan that included chemotherapy, radiation, and a lumpectomy.

Today, Anna is doing well, and art remains an important part of her life. She even used wristbands from her appointments in a collage she created for an American Cancer Society art initiative.

Read Anna’s full story in the comments.

10/14/2026

Look what's landed in our community! 🚁

MedSTAR Transport's new Airbus H145 D3 medevac helicopter is officially here, bringing advanced capabilities to help support critically ill patients across the DMV.

From expanded space for neonatal and ECMO patients to advanced capabilities that support lifesaving care in the air, this helicopter represents a major investment in our community's health.

The helicopter is making the rounds to be introduced to associates at our hospitals before it officially takes off for patient care.

📸 Check out the photos and learn more about the helicopter in the comments.

10/12/2026

A great day for a great cause! This past Saturday, we joined the American Heart Association’s Greater Maryland Heart Walk in Baltimore to show our support for heart health.

Thank you to all our MedStar Health teams, walkers, donors, and supporters who came together to make a difference in the fight against heart disease and stroke.

Address

9000 Franklin Square Drive
Baltimore, MD
21237

Telephone

+14437777000

Website

http://www.medstarfranklinsquare.org/, http://MedStarHealth.org/SocialMedia

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