Khalid H Kurtom, MD, FAANS, FACS

06/18/2026

Our own Dr. Khalid H. Kurtom was recently featured in Medscape Insights' article, "What Docs Love About Rural Medicine," where he shared what makes caring for patients on Maryland's Eastern Shore so meaningful.

As Dr. Kurtom explains, rural medicine offers something special—the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and their families, providing continuity of care that extends far beyond a single office visit or procedure.

"In a rural community, I'm not just treating scans or procedures—I'm caring for people I come to know well, often following them and their families over time."

For Dr. Kurtom and our team, it is a privilege to provide advanced neurosurgical care close to home while remaining connected to the community we serve. We are proud to be part of the Eastern Shore and grateful for the trust our patients place in us every day.

💙 Thank you to our patients, families, and community for allowing us to do the work we love.

You can access the full article, featuring other UM Shore Regional Health providers, here https://www.medscape.com/p11/what-docs-love-about-rural-medicine-2026a1000ilb?_gl=1*1lvdcq9*_gcl_au*MzYxNzQxNTkuMTc4MTc5MTI3OQ

01/05/2026

Back or neck pain is something that everyone will experience at some point in their lifetime. In the latest 𝒰ℳℳ𝒮 ℒ𝒾𝓋ℯ 𝒢𝓇ℯ𝒶𝓉ℯ𝓇 podcast series, Dr. Kurtom discusses the reasons many people deal with pain.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
•Frequent causes of back and neck pain
•Lifestyle factors effecting back and neck pain
•Red flag symptoms
•Treatment options

Back and neck pain can stop you in your tracks—but understanding the cause is the first step toward relief. In this episode Dr. Khalid Kurtom, a spine surgeo...

12/23/2025

December is a time to reflect, give thanks, and give back.

At SMG Neurosurgery, we believe in supporting our community and making a positive impact beyond our work. Each year we support the Salvation Army’s Christmas Angel program, giving to children in need. Our team was able to adopt five angels this year.

We also gave thanks for our amazing team by coming together for our annual Christmas Party.

This holiday season, we want to thank our patients for trusting us with your care. Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with health, happiness, and peace. Happy Holidays!