University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center

08/15/2026

Getting older doesn't mean settling for one-size-fits-all healthcare. Specialized senior care focuses on the whole person, helping older adults stay healthier, maintain their independence and plan for the future with confidence. Learn when it may be time to see a geriatrician. Listen:

This episode explains when to consider geriatric-focused primary ca...

08/13/2026

Healthy aging is more than managing medical conditions. It's about staying independent, maintaining quality of life and finding a care team that understands what matters most to you. Learn how specialized senior care can help you or a loved one age with confidence. Read more:

As you age, your healthcare needs change. Learn how specialized senior care can help you stay healthier, maintain your independence and receive personalized care that focuses on your goals, not just your medical conditions.

08/12/2026

If back pain, sciatica or nerve symptoms are not improving, endoscopic spine surgery may be an option. A spine specialist explains who may benefit, how it works and what recovery can look like. Curious to find out if you're a candidate? Listen to learn more:

If back pain, sciatica or nerve symptoms are not improving, endosco...

08/11/2026

A split-second dive into shallow water can change a life forever. Before heading to the pool, beach or lake, learn the simple safety tips that can help prevent spinal cord injuries and keep summer fun safe for everyone. Read more:

Learn how to prevent spinal cord injuries when enjoying time around water this summer. Commonsense precautions can keep you safe so you can continue having fun.

08/09/2026

One quick and easy way to make a difference in someone’s life is by donating blood. Did you know that one donation can save three lives? We will be holding a blood drive at UM St. Joseph Medical Center on Thursday, September 3, from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Without you, saving lives is impossible! Schedule your life saving donation today: https://www.umms.org/sjmc/community/blood-drives

08/07/2026

Simply the BEST: Congratulations to UM St. Joseph Certified Nurse Midwife Gigi Moore, who was named the area’s Best Midwife by Baltimore’s Child magazine in their 2026 Reader’s Choice Poll. Gigi leads the team of midwives at UM SJMG – Women’s Health Associates (WHA) in Towson, providing skilled, compassionate and exceptional care that makes patients feel safe, seen, heard and informed. Kudos to Gigi for this well-deserved recognition from patients throughout our community! (Note: UM St. Joseph was honored as a runner up for “Best Hospital” and “Best Place to Deliver Your Baby,” too!)

To make an appointment with Gigi or any of our providers at Women’s Health Associates, call 410-427-5470. Learn more online at umstjoseph.org/WHA.

https://www.baltimoreschild.com/2026-baltimores-child-readers-choice-winners/

08/05/2026

Congratulations to Elliot Sultanik, MD, Cardiologist, our first Provider Excellence Award winner! This award, presented annually, recognizes a provider who has demonstrated exemplary service to our patients.

During rounds, Dr. Sultanik recognized that a patient was having new neurological symptoms, escalated the concern and quickly got the patient the care they needed. He adjusted the patient’s treatment plan and the patient drastically improved over the next 48 hours.

Thank you, Dr. Sultanik, for your dedication, expertise and unwavering commitment to zero patient harm!

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

Congratulations to Maya Johnson, Patient Care Technician I, for being recognized with the Josie King Patient Safety Award!

Maya demonstrated exceptional vigilance and clinical judgement when a patient activated the call light but did not respond. Rather than dismissing the call, she went directly to the bedside and quickly recognized a change in the patient's speech.

She escalated her concerns leading to a rapid response and timely treatment for a transient ischemic attack (TIA). This great catch made a meaningful difference in the patient’s care.

Her dedication reflects our High-Reliability Organization principle of preoccupation with failure — meaning that everyone, regardless of role or hierarchy, is focused on speaking up, identifying and learning from errors and near-misses and figuring out how to prevent them from happening again.

Thank you, Maya, for your steadfast commitment to excellence and patient safety!

08/02/2026

We understand: If you’re expecting a baby, you have a LOT of questions! Our certified nurse educators can help, even BEFORE your first OB appointment with one of our UM St. Joseph OB/GYN experts! Attend a FREE virtual session to learn about body changes during pregnancy and common symptoms and what to do about them. Most importantly, we’ll answer any questions you have, so that you can go to your first OB/GYN visit with the information you need to give your precious baby his or her very best start!

Registration is required. To learn more, visit umstjoseph.org/readyforbaby or call 410-337-1880.