MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

08/11/2026

How much coffee is too much? The answer may surprise you! ☕

NBC Washington spoke with Dr. Barbara Srichai-Parsia, director of our Women’s Heart Health program, about new guidance from the American Heart Association and what it means for java lovers.

How much coffee is too much coffee? A doctor explains the American Heart Association’s new guidance.

08/11/2026

Using your own immune system to fight cancer? It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, but a mother of two overcame stage 4 metastatic melanoma thanks to a new breakthrough treatment.

CBS News shared her remarkable story. Watch it here and learn more about the treatment in the comments.

Dana-Farber and Mass General Hospital are offering a new therapy, which uses a patient's own tumor cells to fight melanoma.

08/10/2026

Did you know that there are multiple FDA-approved CAR T-cell treatments for certain blood cancers?

Watch Dr. Kamil Rechache, triple board-certified, fellowship-trained hematologist, discuss how all seven FDA-approved CAR T-cell therapies are available at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.

Learn more in the comments below.

08/07/2026

Bringing care directly into the community. 🚐

Our Mobile Medical Units bring high-quality, whole-person care to neighborhoods across the District. They help reduce barriers to access and connect children and families with the care and support they need.

Learn more in our Report to the Community:http://ms.spr.ly/6182aEsqO

08/06/2026

Three surgeons. Three specialties. One week.

We're of our surgeons for performing breast, colorectal, and thoracic surgeries, using the da Vinci SP® (Single Port) robotic system.

These groundbreaking procedures were done all through a single incision and included a first-of-its-kind robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy combined with nerve reconstruction to help preserve sensation.

For patients, this technology can mean less pain, faster recovery, and less visible scarring. Read more about this major milestone in the comments.

08/05/2026

Do you hit a wall around 2 or 3 p.m.? You're not alone.

While an afternoon slump is common, small changes to what you eat, drink, and do throughout the day can help keep your energy up. On the blog, learn practical tips from a diabetes clinical health educator to help you beat fatigue all day long.

Wondering why you're so tired in the afternoon? Learn what causes the afternoon slump and how healthy habits can help you maintain steady energy.

08/05/2026

How are robots being used for transplant surgeries? Find out on this episode of the “MedStar Health DocTalk” podcast.

We sat down with Dr. Talal Al-Qaoud, transplant surgeon, as he explained how robotic-assisted transplant surgeries are improving patient outcomes and who is an ideal candidate.

Listen to the full episode in the comments. 🎧

08/04/2026

The region's top cancer hospital!

We're proud to share that our Cancer program has been ranked #1 in the D.C. region and #48 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report in this year's Best Hospitals rankings.

“This recognition reflects the exceptional expertise, innovation, and compassion our physicians, nurses, researchers, and associates bring to cancer care every day,” said Dr. Lisa Boyle, hospital president.

“Through our partnership with Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, the D.C. region's only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, patients benefit from leading-edge cancer care and innovative clinical trials close to home.”

In addition, U.S. News recognized three of our adult specialties as high performing: Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Geriatrics, and Neurology & Neurosurgery. The hospital was also recognized as high performing in the following nine procedures and conditions: colon cancer surgery, ear, nose & throat surgery, heart failure, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pneumonia, prostate cancer surgery, and stroke.

Congratulations to our teams and everyone who helped make this achievement possible! And thank you to our patients and families for trusting us with their care.

07/30/2026

The FDA now allows Philip Morris to market ZYN ni****ne pouches as less harmful than ci******es. What does “less harmful” actually mean, and are they safer?

Dr. Chul Kim, our director of Thoracic Oncology, joined Fox 5 DC to explain the FDA’s new classification and what it means for consumers.

Watch the conversation below and learn more about Dr. Kim in the comments.

Director of Thoracic Oncology At Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Dr. Chul Kim joins Fox 5 DC.

07/28/2026

When facing cancer, waiting shouldn't be part of the battle.

At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, we offer advanced proton therapy, with new patient appointments available within 48 hours.

Meet Dr. Matthew Witek, director of Proton Therapy, who specializes in treating patients with cancers of the central nervous system (CNS), base of skull, head and neck, and skin.

Watch Dr. Witek to learn about the benefits of proton therapy and how this type of radiation treats tumors while minimizing exposure to healthy tissues.