SALISBURY, HEBRON & OCEAN CITY — The TidalHealth Foundation thanks Homes4Hope Therapeutic Solutions in Salisbury, Seaside Smiles in Salisbury, Sportland in Ocean City, Westside Intermediate School in Hebron, and a generous anonymous donor for supporting Brooke’s Toy Closet in February 2024. Brooke’s Toy Closet is a program at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke that provides new toys to children in the Emergency Department and Pediatric Units that the children get to keep and take
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Image displays the Associated Builders and Contractors 2024 Top Performers logo, along with Willow Construction’s logo and an image of work completed by Willow Construction at The Country School in Easton, Maryland. In 2019, Willow completed construction of The Country School’s new upper school, renovation of the existing lower school, and pavement of a new parking lot. EASTON, MARYLAND — Willow Construction of Easton, Maryland, was recognized in the Associated Builders and Contractors’ sixth annual Top
SALISBURY – Jessica Hales, President of the TidalHealth Foundation, has earned the prestigious Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification from CFRE International. Hales joins over 7,700 professionals in 25 countries who hold the CFRE designation, which is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). To earn the CFRE certification, fundraising professionals must meet standards set by CFRE International for educational and professional practice and fundraising achievement.
Cambridge, MD (Grassroots Newswire) March 19, 2024 - EXIT on the Bay Realty is pleased to announce that Joseph Brown has joined its growing team of dedicated real estate sales professionals. EXIT on the Bay Realty, located at 122 Cedar Street, Cambridge, Maryland is a proud member of EXIT Realty Corp. USA's rapidly expanding network of independently owned and operated brokerages across the region. About EXIT Realty: EXIT Realty is a company founded and built on human potential. A full service,
March 18, 2024—Salisbury, MD—Registration is now open for the Lower Shore Nonprofit Summit - the region's largest professional development opportunity for the nonprofit sector. Nonprofit professionals from across the Lower Shore will gather for a professional development opportunity on April 25 & 26. The event is presented by Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore (CFES), United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), and the Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement (PACE) at Salisbury
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware recently awarded TidalHealth a $1 million grant for advanced robotic training at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. Attending the check presentation were, from the left, front row, Penny Short, TidalHealth Nanticoke President; Dr. Jarrod Buzalewski, Bariatric and Robotic surgeon; Jessica Hales, TidalHealth Foundation President; Dr. Simona Eng, GME Designated Institutional Official and Nick Moriello, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware President. In the
Easton, MD – Rivers & Roads Consulting, a leading regional consulting firm, proudly announces the addition of Chris Wheedleton to its team as a Consultant. Leveraging his extensive experience in strategic planning, fundraising, workforce development, and collaborative problem-solving, Wheedleton joins Rivers & Roads in a pivotal role. "I am thrilled to welcome Chris Wheedleton to Rivers & Roads Consulting, where his extensive expertise will undoubtedly elevate our strategic capabilities,” stated Ross
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SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary Care and TidalHealth Specialty Care are pleased to announce Rachel Bozman and Stephanie Jones are their Team Members of the Month for February 2024.Rachel Bozman, LPN, TidalHealth Pulmonary in Salisbury Bozman was nominated by several team members and Practice Manager, Florence Daniels, for demonstrating the values of Accountability, Community, Quality and Service: “During our office's absence of a Practice Manager, Rachel was the glue to hold everything together from an
Delmarva Community Transit’s new graphics, including the Maryland flag logo will appear on all newly purchased buses. Photo by The Handy Group. Delmarva Community Transit, (DCT) a division of Delmarva Community Services Inc.--has a new look on their buses. “We incorporated the Maryland flag design into our logo,” says Delmarva Community Services Deputy Director, Keith Adkins. “We think it really pops,” adds Adkins. “The wording and signage on our buses is easier to read, as well, according to the deputy
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Olivia Dorman, FNP-C, to TidalHealth Pulmonary in Salisbury, Md. Dorman received her bachelor’s degree in community health from Salisbury University. She later earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Salisbury University, and her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University in Wilmington, Del. Dorman is a certified family nurse practitioner. Dorman began her career at TidalHealth in 2019, offering comprehensive patient care as a
eNews & Events March 7, 2024 - March 21, 2024Click Here
By Katie Luckett, Manager of Marketing, Communications, and Education We are proud to recognize the inaugural class of the Powerline Worker Pre-Apprenticeship program that graduated on December 20, 2023. Seven participants completed this 13-week program offered by Wor-Wic Community College through a partnership with Choptank Electric Cooperative and the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC). The graduates were Andrew Brinsky, Ricky Donaldson Jr., Jason Lewis, Brian
(March 1, 2024) – Easton, Md.– Registration for 2024 YMCA of the Chesapeake youth summer camps is open. “Camps at the Y are all about discovery,” said Robbie Gill, YMCA of the Chesapeake CEO. “Kids will be able to try a wide variety of programs ranging from sports camps to the arts, to themed day camps and more, that will surely spark a child's interest, excitement and creativity.” Camp programs are offered at the Cecil County YMCA, Easton Family YMCA, Henson Camp Cook in Salisbury, Kent County Family
Elizabeth McKernan, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s February Daisy Award recipient. SALISBURY – Elizabeth McKernan, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s surgical services division, has been selected as the February 2024 recipient of the Daisy Award for her care and special attention. Her nomination, below, was written by a patient’s family member, who is also a healthcare professional, to express their appreciation for the extraordinary care shown to their 92-year-old loved one. My great
SALISBURY, MD – There’s still time to Register for Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center’s 9th Annual “Aspire to Succeed & Lead” Women’s Business Conference. This popular event continues to provide a platform for businesswomen to connect, learn, and grow. Scheduled for March 15, 2024, the conference promises a day filled with insightful speakers, networking opportunities, and practical strategies for success.Date: Friday, March 15, 2024Time: Check-in: 8:30-9:00 AM | Conference: 9:00 AM –
Dr. William Doran recently reached an historic milestone by completing his 1,000th Mako procedure. SEAFORD –William Doran, DO, FAAOS, orthopedic surgeon and joint replacement specialist of TidalHealth Orthopedics in Seaford, DE, recently reached an historic surgical milestone with his 1,000th joint replacement using Mako robotic technology. Dr. Doran, who pioneered the use of Mako robotics for precision hip and knee joint replacement on Delmarva, is the first surgeon in Delaware to reach 1,000 Mako joint
From left are LuAnn Brady, MSPH, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, UM SRH; Gabriel Sardi, MD, interventional cardiology specialist; Timothy Shanahan, DO, Medical Director, UM Shore Medical Group; Jeffrey Etherton, MD, Medical Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton; Ken Kozel, President and CEO, UM SRH; and Paul Nicholson, MBA, FHFMA, Senior Vice President for Finance, UM SRH. Members of UM Shore Regional Health’s Senior Leadership and
Excellence in Quality of Life Awardshttps://www.coastalhospice.org/eql-awards/ Thursday, April 11, 2024 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center 500 Glen Ave, Salisbury, MD 21804 The Excellence in Quality of Life Awards recognize community partners — hospitals, medical providers, healthcare industry, and other organizations — that share our goal of enhancing the quality of life of our patients and families. These organizations and healthcare professionals are not only paragons of standards
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Pictured from left to right are Caitlin Rothstein and Barbara Murray of TidalHealth Primary Care in Millsboro, Del. MILLSBORO — TidalHealth Primary Care and TidalHealth Specialty Care are pleased to announce that Barbara Murray and Caitlin Rothstein, Team Care Assistants at TidalHealth Primary Care in Millsboro are its 2023 Team Members of the Year. Murray and Rothstein were recognized as Team Members of the Month in September 2023 for their demonstration of TidalHealth’s values of community and service
Anyra Hudson is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for February 2024. SALISBURY – Anyra Hudson, certified nursing assistant (CNA) on patient care area 3 West, has been selected as TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's February 2024 Sunshine Award recipient for her professionalism, kindness and compassion. Anyra was actually nominated by two different people: a patient and a patient’s family member. From a patient’s family member.Anyra was very attentive and patient with my father, making sure
SALISBURY – The ALS Association has recertified the ALS Clinic at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional an ALS Recognized Treatment Center (RTC). TidalHealth was the first hospital in Maryland to earn the initial designation in 2018 and has held it ever since. In again honoring the ALS Clinic team, the national association thanked the team for providing outstanding care and services to people on the Delmarva Peninsula who are facing this most horrific disease. “It is through a complex continuum of care and
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Maureen Hands, RRT, night shift Senior Respiratory Therapist Supervisor at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for February 2024. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide outstanding, excellent care to patients, make a special connection, and are engaged with the care team to ensure the best outcomes for their patients. Hands always comes to work with a positive attitude ready for whatever the night
EASTON, Md. (February 28, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, recently named Jessica Genrich, MBA, RNC, as Director of Women and Children’s Services. “Jess has dedicated her clinical career to the care of women and children, and her present and focused leadership in this specialty will support UM Shore Regional Health in caring for this population throughout their lifetime,” said Jenny Bowie, MBA, BSN, Senior
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is hosting its annual Eagle Festival on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Join us for this free, family-friendly event focused on birds of prey, with educational programs and exhibits featuring live birds and reptiles, hands-on activities, and refuge tours. Programs in the big tent will kick off at 10:00 am with naturalist Liz Smith as she shares the special hunting adaptations of several native species of birds of prey. At 11:00 am, and again at
The Cambridge Harbor Project will have a $155,000,000 positive economic impact on our community. Plans for Cambridge Harbor include residential, retail, hospitality, food & beverage, 3.5-acre activated public waterfront park, hospital memorial garden, waterfront bike-walk trail, activated and guarded beach, preservation of Maryland's champion English elm tree, and Nause-Waiwash sacred plantings. Please, come to learn more about this transformational project from CWDI Executive Director, Matt
The American Pickers are excited to return to Maryland! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in April 2024.AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques.They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in addition to unforgettable Characters
One Mission Cambridge is sponsoring a Purse Bingo fundraiser on Sunday, March 24 at the Elks Lodge at 5464 Elks Lodge Road in Cambridge. Doors open at noon and bingo starts at 2 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support One Mission Cambridge’s programs, including a food pantry, community navigation, community dinners, and counseling services to help its neighbors in need. According to Lauren Mikelson, fundraiser at One Mission Cambridge, “The event is a fun way to support One Mission Cambridge while
Pictured is Lauren Mikelson of Cambridge who is the new part-time fundraiser at One Mission Cambridge. Mikelson is modeling the new hoodie available for sale as one of the upcoming fundraisers for the organization. One Mission Cambridge has hired Lauren Mikelson of Cambridge as its part-time fundraiser to aid the organization in raising the necessary funds to meet the growing needs of the Cambridge community. To date, One Mission Cambridge provides quality programs, including a food pantry, community
SEAFORD – TidalHealth Nanticoke is honored to have recently been designated a Cigna Healthcare Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery for its dedication to treating individuals living with morbid or extreme obesity. “TidalHealth Nanticoke is proud to be recognized for meeting the rigorous selection criteria set by the Cigna Healthcare Centers of Excellence program,” said TidalHealth Nanticoke President, Penny Short, MSM, BSN, RN. “We provide our patients with exceptional
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Choptank Community Health System’s school-based health team members, shown here, are celebrating 25 years of providing essential health services to Mid-Shore students this February as part of the National School-Based Health Care Awareness Month. In 1999, Choptank Health opened its first School-Based Health Centers in Caroline County and has since expanded to serve students in all five of Maryland’s Mid-Shore counties. Registration forms and more are at www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased. Choptank
Grasonville, MD, February 20th, 2024 - Crossroads Community and Corsica River Mental Health Services is excited to announce the launch of its annual 5K event, scheduled to take place on April 13, 024. This event promises to be a celebration of health, community, and unity, inviting participants of all ages and fitness levels to join in the fun. Whether walking, jogging, or sprinting to the finish line, every step taken will contribute to the overall sense of camaraderie and accomplishment. The Crossroads
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Top left: Kristen Bailey, Top right: Joey Monfort Bottom left: Jasmine Blue, Bottom right: Abigail Payne SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 4th Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Kristen Bailey, Central Stores Kristen Bailey of Central Stores is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 4th Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Bailey picks up things quickly and does an
Left, Alysia Mills, Right, Serenity Scott SALISBURY & SEAFORD — TidalHealth Primary Care and TidalHealth Specialty Care are pleased to announce Alysia Mills and Serenity Scott are their Team Members of the Month for January 2024.Alysia Mills, Medical Assistant, TidalHealth Gastroenterology in Seaford Mills was nominated by Dr. Ismet Lukolic for demonstrating the values of Accountability, Community, Quality and Service:“On Jan. 24, 2024, while arriving at work, I noticed one of my colleagues, Ms. Alysia
Do you know a curious kid who loves being outside!EcoCamp registration begins on March 1st at 10AM explore create discover hike learn play If your child loves being outdoors, is naturally inquisitive, and likes to have fun-- EcoCamp is the place to be! Our team of energetic educators and naturalists are proud to offer 7 weeks of engaging and memorable day camp designed for kids entering K-7th grade, beginning June 17th. Pickering Creek's 450-acres of diverse ecosystems comprised of
The 2023 IRONMAN Athletes’ Choice Awards have been chosen. IRONMAN Maryland Race Director, Angie Hengst reports that she is “So honored that IRONMAN Maryland was rated by our athletes as the third best bike course GLOBALLY!! &##128692;♀️ &##127941; Thank you to the community for welcoming the athletes, the city and county for ensuring the roads are in good condition, and police and EMS for keeping the athletes safe on course!” IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman didn't miss out on the love either, the athletes
To honor team members and departments who play a key role in helping the Primary Stroke Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton achieve the Get With The Guidelines annual awards, members of UM Shore Regional Health’s Senior Leadership team, as well as members of management, delivered the good news and ice cream to several departments, including the Intensive Care Unit (pictured), Telemetry and Emergency Departments. (UM SRH Stroke Awards Recognition EASTON, Md. (February 12, 2024) – UM Shore Regional
Sandra Wilson-Hypes CHESTERTOWN, Md. (February 13, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, will host “Breathe Again: A Journey to a Smoke-Free and Healthier YOU,” designed to help smokers who wish to quit, on Wednesday, February 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown Street. This is the second session of this five-session course that is scheduled once per month. Sessions will run
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Sydney J. Cohee, a valuable member of Sharon Real Estate, PC since 2015, has recently earned her Associate Broker License, a notable achievement that showcases her dedication to the field. Throughout her journey to achieve this milestone, she also attained her GRI designation, solidifying her real estate expertise. Ms. Cohee's proven track record as one of the company's top producing agents demonstrates her ability to close transactions successfully throughout the entire Eastern Shore of Maryland. Her 8
The Annual Crawfish Boil & Muskrat Leg Eating World Championship brings muskrats, crawfish, blues music, and fun to Cult Classic Brewing Company in Stevensville, MD on Saturday, February 17th from Noon to 6 p.m. “We’re psyched to be hosting the 14th Annual Crawfish Boil and Muskrat Leg Eating World Championship. It’s a perfect partnership of the weird and wonderful things we love about where we live and the crazy creativity of our neighbors.” Said Rohry Flood of Cult Classic fame. The fan-favorite
For Cambridge artist, Tammy Vitale, things that seem worn, torn or broken to most people are her treasures. She takes these cast offs and dreams up a new life for them by refashioning them into something different and altogether new! Colorful collages and engaging mixed media art pieces come to life under her skilled and creative hands. For March and April Tammy will be showing her collages and mixed media work along with pieces of her beadwork jewelry at the Main Street Gallery where she will be a
United Way’s Board Chair, Sonya Whited. (Photo: James Seip Photography) United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) celebrated their 20th Annual Holiday Ball at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort in Cambridge, MD, raising over $215,000 to support United Way’s direct programs and nonprofit partners serving Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico & Worcester counties. Randy Scott, from Froggy 99.9’s Whiskey and Randy Show, returned as the evening’s emcee. Guests enjoyed live music by Gold City, a delicious
Seaford, Delaware – TidalHealth is pleased to announce a partnership with Ninth Street Development Company (“9SDC”) and will be one of the anchor tenants at the Nylon Capital Center. 9SDC will be constructing a new, state-of-the-art +/-22,000 sq. ft. healthcare facility for TidalHealth in the heart of the campus overlooking the shared campus green and pickleball courts. The 22-acre redevelopment of the former Nylon Capital Shopping Center aims to create a diverse mix of education, healthcare,
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Pictured is Jim Brady, new news director of WHCP-FM. CAMBRIDGE, Maryland – WHCP-FM, Mid-Shore Community Radio has named award-winning journalist Jim Brady as news director. The new position is the FM station’s most recent step in its continued expansion since becoming a National Public Radio member station last year. Brady will continue his work as WCHP’s lead investigative reporter and will oversee the news desk, identifying interview assignment needs and coordinating the daily Mid-Shore MidDay lineup of
Gionna Todd is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s January Daisy Award Recipient Gionna Todd, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s January Daisy Award recipient. SALISBURY – Gionna Todd, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West patient care unit, has been selected as the January 2024 recipient of the Daisy Award for her care and special attention. Her nomination, below, was written by a patient’s family to express their appreciation for the extraordinary care shown to their loved
SALISBURY – Yashvir Sangwan, MD, was recently named the Medical Director of Critical Care for TidalHealth. Dr. Sangwan is board-certified in pulmonary/critical care medicine and also in interventional pulmonology. He has also been TidalHealth’s Director of Interventional Pulmonology since 2017. His appointment as Medical Director of Critical Care became effective in January, and puts the Salisbury based health system on a trajectory for the launch of a Pulmonary/Critical Care Fellowship program by
On November 14, representatives from non-profit organizations that provide health and wellness services to residents of Caroline County, gathered for breakfast and a presentation of grant awards from the Caroline Foundation. At its first breakfast in 2016, the Foundation gifted $109,000 to two organizations; this year twenty-one organizations received $800,000 bringing the eight-year total to over $4.9 million. Although most of the organizations had received grants in the past, many were returning with
William Huffner, MD, medical director, University of Maryland Shore Regional Health EASTON, Md. (January 23, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) recently accepted the 2023 Partnership award from the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA). William Huffner, MD, MBA, FACEP, FACHE, Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs, UM SRH, accepted the award on behalf of the health system on October 12, 2023, at a ceremony in New Orleans, Louisiana. The
SALISBURY, MD – Empowering women in business, Maryland Capital Enterprises’ Women’s Business Center announces its 9th Annual “Aspire to Succeed & Lead” Women’s Business Conference. This popular event continues to provide a platform for businesswomen to connect, learn, and grow. Scheduled for March 15, 2024, the conference promises a day filled with insightful speakers, networking opportunities, and practical strategies for success.Date: Friday, March 15, 2024Time: Check-in: 8:30-9:00 AM | Conference: 9:00
Join us at the 20th Annual Eagle Festival at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as we celebrate birds of prey! Don’t miss out on this free event for the whole family, with live raptor programs, kids’ activities, refuge tours, exhibits, and more! Call 410-228-2677 for more information or visit us online at www.fws.gov/refuge/Blackwater. XXX Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, protects over 32,000 acres
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Dr. Trudy Hall, TidalHealth’s Chief Medical Officer, accepts the Apogee ACE Award on behalf of physicians at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. Joining her are, from the left, Dr. Michael Gregory, Chairman, Apogee Physicians; Dr. Peter Thompson, Chief of Clinical Operations, Apogee Physicians and Dr. Jamie Upegui, Division 2 President, Apogee Physicians. SEAFORD – The hospitalist team of physicians at TidalHealth Nanticoke were presented with the Apogee Center of Excellence (ACE) Award on Jan. 16 in
Architectural Rendering of UM Shore Regional Medical Center EASTON, Md. (January 19, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) ), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, received approval yesterday from the Maryland Health Care Commission to construct a new Regional Medical Center in Easton. Once completed, the UM Shore Regional Medical Center in Easton will replace the existing hospital in downtown Easton, which is outdated and obsolete, with the majority
Salisbury, MD – January, 22 2024 – Coastal Hospice, in collaboration with the American Lung Association (ALA) and the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) today announces the Advanced Lung Care Program to improve care quality and access to hospice and palliative/advanced illness care. The program will provide specialized care for patients experiencing severe symptoms from chronic lung disease, which includes COPD, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, cystic fibrosis,
Ken Kozel, President and CEO of UM Shore Regional Health EASTON, Md. (January 17, 2024) – Ken Kozel, MBA, FACHE, President and CEO of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), has been named to the The Daily Record’s 2023-2024 Power 100, a list of 100 individuals shaping businesses, governments, nonprofits, law firms and other key institutions in Maryland. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS). The 2023-24 Power 100 list marks the third year that
Architectural Rendering of UM Shore Regional Medical Center EASTON, Md. (January 18, 2024) – During his Fiscal Year 2025 budget announcement yesterday, Governor Wes Moore introduced a State budget that includes a significant funding commitment of $100 million in capital commitments for the construction of the new regional medical center in Easton. “This commitment from the Moore-Miller Administration and the State of Maryland reflects a remarkable pledge to the future of rural health care and to the
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Sandra Wilson-Hypes CHESTERTOWN, Md. (January 9, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, will host an in-person, five-session workshop titled “Don’t Worry, Be Healthy,” beginning January 24, 2024. Designed to teach participants how to stay healthy by making healthier and safer choices, the workshop will meet once per month, in-person at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown Street, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. There is
Sandra Wilson-Hypes CHESTERTOWN, Md. (January 9, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, will host an in-person five-session winter workshop titled “Breathe Again: A Journey to a Smoke-Free and Healthier YOU,” designed to help smokers who wish to quit. The class will be offered once per month at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown Street, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., beginning Tuesday, January 16. Sessions will run
Choptank Community Health System’s Annie Coyer, PA is now seeing Choptank Health medical patients and students enrolled in School-Based Health on Mondays and Thursdays at Choptank Health’s Community Health Center at Rock Hall Elementary. Coyer also sees patients at the Chestertown Health Center, with new patients welcome, and more at choptankhealth.org. Choptank Community Health System recently welcomed provider Annie Coyer, PA at its Community Health Center at Rock Hall Elementary School. Coyer also sees
Wilde Charitable Foundation supports TidalHealth Foundations Graduate Medical Education campaign Joining Ryan Wilde, second from the right, for the Wilde Charitable Foundation’s $65,000 donation to TidalHealth’s GME campaign were, from the left, TidalHealth President and CEO Dr. Steve Leonard; Jessica Hales, President, TidalHealth Foundation and Bryan LeCompte, TidalHealth Foundation Board Member. SALISBURY – The TidalHealth Foundation recently received a generous donation of $65,000 from the
UM Shore Regional Health Welcomes Nicholson as Senior Vice President for Finance Paul Nicholson EASTON, Md. (January 4, 2024) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, recently welcomed Paul Nicholson, MBA, FHFMA, as senior vice president for finance, succeeding Joanne Hahey, CPA, who retired in November 2023. Nicholson’s responsibilities will include managing patient and administrative services and directing
Gabrielle Perinet Lacroix is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s December Daisy Award RecipientGabby Perinet Lacroix, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s December Daisy Award recipient. SALISBURY – Gabrielle (Gabby) Perinet Lacroix, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 5 East patient care unit, has been selected as the November 2023 recipient of the Daisy Award for her care and special attention. Her nomination, below, was written by a peer who observed the nurse provide extraordinary care to a
From left are Josh Krieger, Amanda Pae and First Baby of 2024, Knox Krieger. EASTON, Md. (January 4, 2024) – The first baby of 2024 arrived on January 2nd at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. UM Shore Regional Health is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Knox Krieger was born at 2:24 p.m. to Amanda Pae and Josh Krieger, both of Cambridge. He weighed 6 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 inches long, and joins
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From left are Debra Powell, an Environmental Services (EVS) team member with UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), who recently won the Cintas Corporation’s CAPE Award, and Aaron Reddick, Unit Director of EVS, UM SRH. EASTON, Md. (December 29, 2023) – Debra Powell, an Environmental Services (EVS) team member at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton, recently won the Cintas Corporation’s CAPE Award, which honors team members for their dedication in keeping patients, team members and
Pictured from left to right are Justin Brown, Andrew Brown, Amy Brown and Donna Murray, Director of the TidalHealth Foundation. SALISBURY — Amy Brown, a local Scentsy consultant, held a Scentsy Buddy Drive during the month of December to benefit Brooke’s Toy Closet. On Friday, Dec. 22, Ms. Brown visited The Giving House located on TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s campus to deliver the toys just in time for the holidays. Ms. Brown noted the importance of this drive, stating: “It has been my pleasure to
Daelynn Johnson holds her daughter Naylani, the first baby born at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in 2024. SALISBURY– Below is the media fact sheet for the First Baby of 2024 born at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. Baby Name: Naylani Ameerah Moses (female) Parents’ Names: Daelynn Johnson (Mother) Sibling to: N/A Parents’ Residence: Salisbury, Md. Baby Birth Date and Time: January 1, 2024 at 12:55 AM Baby Weight: 5 pounds, 15 ounces Baby Length: 18.5 inches Gifts
The American Legion Dorchester Post 91 sponsored a free Thanksgiving dinner for it's veterans and members on Wednesday, November 23. This was made possible due to a generous donation by Mr. Pat Fletcher and his brother. The Post 91, Auxiliary and SAL units all played a part in serving this wonderful meal. In addition to our veterans and members, local police, EMT and dispatchers also got dinners, which included Cambridge and Easton Police Departments, Dorchester Sheriffs Department and the Maryland
Pictured are Donna Murray, Director of the TidalHealth Foundation, and John Weber, President of Mil-Net, Inc. SALISBURY — On Friday, Dec. 22, John Weber, President of Mil-Net, Inc., traveled to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional from Capital Heights, Md. to deliver a generous amount of toys for Brooke’s Toy Closet. Mil-Net, Inc., is a wonderful organization committed to promoting and enhancing positive youth opportunities in suburban, urban and inner-city settings. This organization is no stranger to our
EASTON, Md. (December 29, 2023) – The Birthing Center at UM Shore Regional Health’s Shore Medical Center at Easton will provide several classes related to childbirth, parenting, breastfeeding and being a safe sibling throughout 2024. The Birthing Center team also offers ongoing breastfeeding support, as well as certified Safe Sitter courses for adolescent babysitters, led by experienced maternal care nurses and lactation consultants. With the exception of the Safe Sitter course, all classes are offered free
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Choptank Community Health System recently welcomed, from left: Family Nurse Practitioners Kristen Farrell, DNP, Natalie Lewis, CRNP, and Registered Dietician Jennifer Runz, MBA, RD, LDN to its Talbot County School-Based Health Center team. Farrell is providing healthcare to students at Easton Elementary School, Lewis is providing healthcare at Easton Middle School and White Marsh Elementary School, and Runz is providing dietician services to all Talbot County Public School students enrolled in School-Based
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Shore Regional Health’s Population Health Team Promotes Community Health Alma White of Calvert Heights Apartments in Chestertown, Md., was among the local residents to get a blood pressure check from Shore Community Outreach Team Nurse Coordinator Emily Welsh in May 2023.EASTON, Md. (December 13, 2023) – Working in collaboration with primary and specialty care providers throughout the region, University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s Population Health team has made significant progress in the past
Mid-Shore Gives Raises $86,564 During 24-Hour Event (December 18, 2023) Mid-Shore Gives 2023, the online Giving Day Event to benefit local nonprofits, resulted in $86,564 for participating organizations! In just 24 hours, more than 591 donations were made to 77 participating organizations. Since inception in 2022, the event has raised $150,000 for nonprofit organizations in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot Counties. The event is held on Giving Tuesday, the international giving day,
Perdue Foundation supports Graduate Medical Education at TidalHealthPictured from left to right are Perry Aulie, Senior Vice President of Value-Added Products for Perdue AgriBusiness and TidalHealth Foundation board member; Jim Perdue, Chairman of Perdue Farms; Kim Nechay, Executive Director of the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation; Jessica Hales, President of the TidalHealth Foundation; Simona Eng, DO, Associate Vice President of Medical Education/Designated Institutional Official at
Dr. Jason Coleman joins TidalHealth Pediatrics in Salisbury SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Jason Coleman, MD, to TidalHealth Pediatrics in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Coleman obtained his medical degree from the University of Alabama and completed his residency in pediatrics at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. He is a retired lieutenant colonel from the U.S. Army, serving as a brigade surgeon, which involved three deployments. He has received several honors and awards
Centreville, MD, December 8th, 2023 - Crossroads Community, Inc. recently held their Annual Client Holiday & Awards Celebration, which was a resounding success, encompassing the presentation of 261 awards to clients in recognition of their unwavering dedication and hard work. Areas of recognition include achievements in the areas of resiliency, milestones in recovery and highlighting some of the amazing inspirational recovery stories of our clients.Our Executive Director, Holly Ireland and Delegate Steve
University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton has been recognized for the third time as High Performing in Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. From left are Ken Kozel, President and CEO, UM Shore Regional Health; Pam Callahan, RN, Birthing Center nurse; Palak Doshi, DO, OB/GYN; certified nurse midwife Laruen Rosales, CNM, MSN; Tara Clark, BSN, Birthing Center nurse; Carol Roger, BSN, Birthing Center Nurse; Jenny Bowie, MBA, BSN,
Tammy Patrick, Coastal Hospice, Director of Advancement; Jan Patterson, and Louise Reardon. Ocean City, MD – December 14, 2023 – CraZy LadyZ presented a check to Tammy Patrick of Coastal Hospice for $6,490.00. They do an annual fundraising trip where they pick a local charity on the Lower Eastern Shore. CraZy LadyZ along with Braemar Travel match half of the contributions from their customers that sign up. Jan stated, “This is the second year we have chosen Coastal Hospice…at one point our family
eNews & Events December 14, 2023 - December 28, 2023Click Here
The Dorchester Center for the Arts (DCA) is developing a three-year strategic plan and we are looking for community input to inform it. Our mission is to provide and support programming in the visual, literary and performing arts to connect people, cultivate creativity and catalyze curiosity. It’s a big mission with a modest staff, so input from community leaders and members will help us to focus for the greatest impact. Click Here for the link
Cambridge, Md. (December 5, 2023) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a waterfront resort located on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces the “Delmarvalous Winter” promotion for local residents who live on the Delmarva Peninsula. “The winter season is a beautiful time to visit our waterfront resort with incredible food, experiences, and activities the entire family will love,” said Cari Ruppert, Director of Sales, Marketing and Events at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
Preston Ford will be holding a Bears that Care Bike Drive from December 1 through December 18. Drop off your donations for the "Midshore Bears that Care Bike Drive" at Preston Ford located at 4313 Preston Road, Hurlock, MD! For every donation you make, Preston Ford will match it! For questions, call 410-673-7171 Preston Ford is a proud member of the Preston Automotive GroupPrestonMotor.com
eNews & Events December 7, 2023 - December 21, 2023Click Here
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Melissa Lewis, RRT, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for November 2023. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide outstanding, excellent care to patients, make a special connection and are engaged with the care team to ensure the best outcomes for their patients. Melissa was nominated not once, but twice for this award. In September, a PCU charge nurse nominated Melissa, stating: “What started as trach care today
Dr. Robert Joyner with the Sister Mary Yvonne Jenn, CRNA, RRT Lifetime Achievement Award presented to him recently for his lifelong dedication and contributions to the respiratory care profession. SALISBURY — Robert L. Joyner, Jr., PhD, RRT, RRT-ACCS, FAARC, Director of the Richard A. Henson Research Institute at TidalHealth, was recently presented with the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)’s highest honor, the Sister Mary Yvonne Jenn, CRNA, RRT Lifetime Achievement Award, at the 2023 American
EASTON, Md. (November 28, 2023) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has received an "A" Hospital Safety Grade in The Leapfrog Group's fall 2023 reporting period. This marks the seventh consecutive period that the hospital has received an "A." “This accomplishment is one that our entire UM Shore Regional Health family should be proud of,” said Ken Kozel, President and Chief Executive Officer of UM Shore
UM Shore Regional Health Radiology Services team members held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Interventional Radiology Suite at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton on October 17, 2023. EASTON, Md. (November 29, 2023) – The Interventional Radiology (IR) suite at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton recently underwent major renovations to accommodate new X-ray equipment. Due to the size of the new equipment, the room has been completely revamped, including new cabinetry and flooring, an updated control room
Pictured Left to Right: Tammy Patrick, Coastal Hospice, Director of Advancement; Carol Withers, and Pam Stansell. 28th year in memory of Elizabeth “Libby” Chaney Ocean City, MD – December 4, 2023 – Pamper Yourself for Charity raised a total of $6,140.00 and presented a check to Coastal Hospice for $3,507.00 this past Giving Tuesday. Carol Withers, Owner of A Perfect Face Day Spa and staff have arranged this special fundraiser, “Pamper Yourself for Charity” for 28 years - in honor of Carol’s mother,
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eNews & Events November 30, 2023 - December 14, 2023Click Here
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter SALISBURY & CRISFIELD — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter: Administrative & Support Services: Brian Ennis, Information Services Brian Ennis of Information Services (IS) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Ennis was recognized for going above and beyond for
The Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, Inc., led by Foundation President Bill Shrieves (second from right) recently hosted University of Maryland Medical System physicians Dr. Jason K. Molitoris (left), Dr. Yixing Jiang (second from left) and Dr. Nader Hanna (far right) to speak on “New Trends in Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment” at Chesapeake College. (Neavitt, Md. – November 21, 2023) Pancreatic cancer is a relatively rare cancer, representing only 3 percent of estimated new cancer
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional lights holiday star in memory of Maryland State Police Trooper Eddie Plank SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has again constructed its holiday star decoration atop the hospital. The unique star, measuring 22 feet from tip to tip, will be lit on the Friday after Thanksgiving and remain illuminated throughout the holiday season. The star has been the centerpiece of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s holiday decorating theme for the last 28 years. In 1995,
eNews & Events November 23, 2023 - December 7, 2023Click Here
Risk Placement Services (RPS) and Gallagher recently presented the 10th Annual Disc Golf Tournament for United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library® program at Schumaker Pond Park. 30 teams and multiple sponsors joined RPS, Gallagher and UWLES for a beautiful day on the disc course, with opportunities for networking, lunch and games while raising dollars for a great cause. Over $26,000 was raised to help UWLES provide free, home delivered books to children ages
eNews & Events November 16, 2023 - November 30, 2023Click Here
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Neil Basumallik, MD, to TidalHealth Primary Care in Salisbury, Md. Dr. Basumallik received his medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine in Buffalo, N.Y., and a master’s degree in public health from Columbia University in New York City. He completed his internal medicine residency at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, N.J. Dr. Basumallik is board certified by the American Board
UM Shore Regional Health team members celebrate their Service Milestones at the Tidewater Inn. EASTON, Md. (November 13, 2023) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, led by members of the senior leadership team, recently honored team members with service award presentations. Service award luncheons honored those celebrating 10 or 15 years of employment, and service awards dinners honored those celebrating 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 years. Since the COVID-19 pandemic had not allowed for large
Shore Legal Access (formerly Mid-Shore Pro Bono) has named the Fall 2023 recipients of its Sandy Brown Public Interest Internship. Cody Pfieffer, of Centreville, Maryland, will work with Shore Legal Access staff at the organization’s Easton office, assisting residents of the Mid-Shore with their civil legal issues. Amirah Rice, of Baltimore, Maryland, will work at the Salisbury office, which serves the Lower Shore. The Sandy Brown Public Interest Internship, created in honor of former long-time Shore Legal
Career Coaches: Sandy Shaw, Shay Lewis-Sisco, & Audrey Roberts Dorchester County, Maryland, November 13, 2022 – To begin National Apprentice Week (November 13-19) the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce Education Committee is teaming up with the new Dorchester County Public Schools Career Coaches to announce an information sharing session for all employers in Dorchester County. The Youth Workforce Lunch and Learn session is set for Friday, December 1, 2023, at Noon. The objective of the event is to help local
Free, Friendly, Family Fun Featuring Dozens of Ice Sculptures, Oysters, Ice Games, Photo Ops, Craft Beverages & Live Music Cambridge, Maryland, November 14, 2022 – A holiday weekend of winter fun is coming to downtown Cambridge Jan. 12-13, 2024 when the Cambridge Ice & Oyster Festival returns for its third year with two action-packed days of activities celebrating Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The free, family friendly outdoor event is once again presented by the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf
The board of directors of the Pine Street Committee, Inc. also known as the Cambridge Empowerment Center, is proud to announce the appointment of Sharon Chester as the new part-time Executive Director. Ms. Chester grew up in Cambridge and graduated from Cambridge Senior High School. She went on to attend, and graduated from, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. After graduating, she moved to Prince Georges County, Maryland to start her career. Ms. Chester worked in the field of Early Childhood
TidalHealth Nanticoke dedicated its flag wall on Nov. 10 honoring the armed forces and community partnerships. SEAFORD – TidalHealth Nanticoke today dedicated a flag wall honoring the military branches of the armed forces, MIA/POWs and the hospital’s continued support for veterans and community. The flags—including all branches of the armed forces, Sussex County, the City of Seaford and the State of Delaware—are on permanent display in the hallway leading from the lobby to the emergency
eNews & Events November 9, 2023 - November 23, 2023Click Here
TidalHealth Wound & Hyperbaric providers, leaders and clinicians in Seaford at TidalHealth Nanticoke were honored recently with the Center of Distinction Award, which was presented by Healogics, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. SEAFORD – TidalHealth Wound & Hyperbaric providers, leaders and clinicians at TidalHealth Nanticoke were honored with the 2022 Center of Distinction Award, which was recently presented to the Seaford, Del. hospital team by Healogics, the nation’s
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that RJ Wilkinson, BSRC, RRT, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for October 2023. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide outstanding, excellent care to patients, make a special connection and are engaged with the care team to ensure the best outcomes for their patients. The award was presented to RJ on Oct. 26 during Respiratory Care Week by Lauren Gladwell, Manager of Respiratory Care at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional,
SALISBURY –TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has again earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. The designation recognizes the Salisbury hospital’s efforts in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors and providing safer healthcare. TidalHealth was one of just thirteen Maryland hospitals to earn an ‘A’ in the fall 2023 report, a designation it has held for the past two reporting periods (spring
SALISBURY — At TidalHealth, we are committed to providing the highest level of care to our patients of all ages. That’s why we are pleased to announce the addition of a pediatrician to our team. With a focus on infants, children, and adolescents, Dr. Deepa Manimegalan offers dedicated care to our youngest patients. Dr. Deepa will be part of the TidalHealth team of pediatric physicians, working alongside Pediatric subspecialists and healthcare providers to ensure the best possible continuum of care for
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a free event in honor of Diabetes Awareness Month from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 13 in the Hallowell Conference Center located on the ground floor of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional at 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801. Endocrinologist Jack Snitzer, DO, of TidalHealth Endocrinology will be the keynote speaker with special guest speakers. This event is open to people with diabetes or pre-diabetes as well as their family members and
Pictured left to right are Jonathan Dayton, MRHA Executive Director; Dr. Kathryn Fiddler, TidalHealth Vice President of Population Health; SGT. David Phippin, S.F.D. Paramedic and SWIFT Coordinator; Dr. Tammy Walbert, TidalHealth Community Wellness Nurse Practitioner; Dr. Aaron Sebach, TidalHealth Community Wellness Nurse Practitioner; Miranda Webster, S.F.D. Paramedic; Dr. Charles Dolan, TidalHealth Associate Vice President of Clinical Operations; and S.F.D. Deputy Chief Christopher O’Barsky with
Cambridge, MD – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge will offer furbearer trapping rights on a sealed bid basis for the 2024 season. Fifteen trapping units will be available. An individual may bid on one or more units, but only three units will be awarded to any bidder. The successful bidder must personally trap the unit; subleasing is prohibited. Bid invitations, maps, and other details are available by calling Matt Whitbeck, Wildlife Biologist, at
Kathy Deoudes, Chair, UM Shore Regional Health Board of Directors EASTON, Md. (November 1, 2023) – Under the leadership of Kathy Deoudes, Chair, the UM Shore Regional Health Board of Directors recently welcomed four new members: LuAnn Brady, Marlene Feldman, Wayne Hockmeyer and Valerie Overton. The Board’s composition includes representatives from the five counties served by UM SRH, the regional physician community and UMMS. Serving as Secretary of the Board, LuAnn Brady, MSPH, joined UM Shore Regional
Salisbury, MD – November 1, 2023 – Coastal Hospice now offers grief support to family and friends of loved ones who have lost their lives due to an overdose death. This is a FREE program, focused on providing grief support and resources to the four counties we serve, whether or not you were supported by Coastal Hospice directly. Alvin Harmon, SOBS Program Coordinator explained, “With this program, families from the four counties we serve will be able to receive specialized grief support for the loss of a
eNews & Events November 2, 2023 - November 16, 2023Click Here
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It's Official! The new home of the Black-Eyed Susan is the Slaughter Creek Marina! This 111-food paddleboat was most recently owned by the Town of Snow Hill, Maryland. Slaughter Creek Marina has been without a floating restaurant since early 2022, when the one-time Coast Guard station that served as a restaurant sank.. The Black-Eyed Susan, built in the late 1980s, is a 149-passenger riverboat with galley, restrooms, and wet bars. for the latest updates, follow Palm Beach Willies on Facebook or
The Cambridge women’s club will open this season’s lecture series with the Honorable Mayor Steve Rideout. Mayor Rideout, and his wife Bobbie, moved from Alexandria Virginia where Steve had helped establish Alexandria‘s model court system and had been an enormous advocate for young people as the chief judge of the juvenile and domestic relations court in Alexandria from 1989 to 2004. After moving to Cambridge, Steve continued his work with Cambridge city government, City Council and the establishment of
Cambridge, Maryland – The Heart of Chesapeake Country Heritage Area (HCCHA) is seeking nominations for two at-large seats on the Heritage Area’s Management Board. Both terms are for three years and will begin in January 2024. The 13-member Heritage Board’s mission is to protect, preserve and promote Dorchester County’s history, natural resources and culture and to encourage economic development through heritage tourism. The Heritage Board also administers grant programs to help local organizations
CAMBRIDGE, MD – The former presidential yacht Sequoia, covered in shrink wrap, arrived by barge Monday on the city’s waterfront, where it will become part of the revival of the Richardson Maritime Center’s (Richardson) mission and the region’s boat building history. The 104-foot motor cruising yacht, once used by presidents ranging from Franklin Roosevelt to Richard Nixon, landed after a five-day journey from Belfast, Maine, where it has been stored on blocks for the past four years. Workers spent
eNews & Events October 26, 2023 - November 9, 2023Click Here
Lange Joins UM Shore Medical Group – Pediatrics at Cambridge Rachel Lange, CPNP-AC EASTON, Md. (October 24, 2023) – Rachel Lange, CPNP-AC, recently joined UM Shore Medical Group – Pediatrics at Cambridge. Lange joins Ahmed Saad Gawad, MD, and Gina Exantus-Bernard, MD, in the Cambridge-based practice. Most recently, Lange was a traveling nurse with the neonatal intensive care units (NICU) at St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Fla., and Wellington Regional Center in Wellington, Fla. She also
Brown and Fansler named Team Members of the Month for October 2023 MILLSBORO & SALISBURY — TidalHealth Primary Care and TidalHealth Specialty Care are pleased to announce Ryan Brown and Brooke Fansler are their Team Members of the Month for October 2023. Ryan Brown, Nurse Practitioner, TidalHealth Primary Care in Millsboro Ryan was nominated by Tricia Collison for demonstrating the values of Accountability, Community, Quality and Service: “I want to acknowledge Ryan Brown for stepping in
UM Shore Regional Health Welcomes Lisa Brown to Centreville Primary Care Lisa Brown CENTREVILLE, Md. (October 20, 2023) – UM Shore Medical Group – Primary Care Centreville recently welcomed Lisa Brown, FNP-C, MSN, BSN. Brown has 13 years of patient care experience in a variety of inpatient units, including at Broward Health in Coral Springs, Florida, University of Miami Hospital in Miami, Florida, and Holy Cross Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. A U.S. Army veteran, Brown spent six
UM Shore Regional Health Welcomes Abbie Morgan to UM Shore Medical Group - Gastroenterology Abbie Morgan EASTON, Md. (October 23, 2023) – UM Shore Medical Group – Gastroenterology recently welcomed Abbie Morgan, DNP FNP-C, as a nurse practitioner. Morgan has experience in Intensive Care Unit and Acute Care nursing at University of Maryland Medical Center, the University of Maryland Medical Systems’ flagship academic hospital in Baltimore, as well as clinical experience in multiple
Several TidalHealth services named among America’s top performers in 2024 Healthgrades Star Report SALISBURY – Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians, and health systems, today released its 2024 Star Report of hospital achievements, and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and TidalHealth Nanticoke are rated among the nation’s best in several clinical services. At TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md., new in the 2024 report is a designation as One of America’s
Jill Stone raises $11,000 for TidalHealth’s Drive to Mobile Mammography Pictured are Jill Stone, Senior Director of Physical Medicine at TidalHealth, and Jessica Hales, TidalHealth Foundation President. Jill raised $11,000 for TidalHealth’s Drive to Mobile Mammography through her annual “Pink for a Purpose” fundraiser. SALISBURY — On Thursday, Oct. 12, Jill Stone, Senior Director of Physical Medicine at TidalHealth and a breast cancer survivor, visited The Giving House in Salisbury, Md. to present a
Todd Houck is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen Awardee SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Todd Houck, RT(R), is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen Award recipient. This award is given to TidalHealth Medical Imaging professionals and is named after Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen, a German physicist and mechanical engineer who discovered X-rays in 1895. Houck was nominated not once, not twice, but four times for this
Photo credit: White-eyed vireo by Holly Keepers/USFWS from @BlackwaterNWR Come experience the changing of the seasons at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) by participating in one of our Guided Birding tours in the fall of 2023. You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy identifying and learning about the many species of birds that inhabit the refuge. Fall birding tours at Blackwater NWR highlight the returning migratory waterfowl. Don’t miss the opportunity to observe and identify our diverse
TidalHealth breaks ground for the Edward Q. Wilgus Community Clinic in Salisbury, Md. Pictured from left to right are Dr. Simona Eng, Designated Institutional Official (DIO) for Graduate Medical Education at TidalHealth; Abby Payne; Colby Payne; Jessica Hales, President of the TidalHealth Foundation; Bryan LeCompte, Owner of Yard Designs Inc. and longtime TidalHealth Foundation board member; Dr. Steven Leonard, President and CEO of TidalHealth; Edward Q. Wilgus; Susan Wilgus-Murphy; CR Murphy; Hannah Adkins
Brooke Adkins, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Awardee for October 2023. SALISBURY – Brooke Adkins, RN, Oncology Care Coordinator, has been selected as TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's October 2023 DAISY Award recipient for the care and dedication she shows her patients. Her nomination was written by the wife of Dr. David McDermott, Radiation Oncologist: Every day my husband comes home from work, I hear about how wonderful Brooke is, not only as a nurse, but as a person. On countless
Sierra Webb is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for October 2023. SALISBURY – Sierra Webb, Nursing Assistant on 3 East, has been selected as TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's October 2023 Sunshine Award recipient for her professionalism, kindness and compassion: Sierra makes 3 East shine. Every shift she works, she is dedicated, helpful, kind, considerate, compassionate, and thoughtful, yet firm when needed. She is a team player. She goes above and beyond every single shift she works. She
Hebron, MD, October 19, 2023- Hebron Savings Bank is excited to announce that Joe Domotor has joined the bank as Vice President, Mortgage Loan Officer to provide an expansion of services including a full-service mortgage division. Mr. Domotor comes to us from his most recent role as SVP of Mortgage Lending with Provident State Bank. He has extensive experience in developing, implementing, and managing a mortgage division. We understand that buying a home is one of the most significant financial
Local Employment Collaborative Mace’s Lane Community Center Renovation Project Date: October 23, 2023 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: St Luke UM Church 712 Bradley Avenue Cambridge, MD 21613 The Mace’s Lane Community Center (MLCC) is sponsoring a “Local Employee Collaborative”, facilitated by Lewrox Enterprises. The purpose of the event is to engage and inform the local community of the potential economic benefit of the Mace’s Lane Community Center renovation construction project. We are looking for
Shown with Dr. Kurtom (back row, third from left) are members of UM SRH’s Orthopedic Center and Shore Rehabilitation at Easton teams. EASTON, Md (October 17, 2023) – UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) recently hosted a community presentation at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton on orthopedic and rehabilitative services offered at The Orthopedic Center (TOC). Providers from TOC, a partner of UM SRH, presented information on surgery, pain relief, prehabilitation, and rehabilitation services, as
Raising Over $63,500 Since InceptionPictured Left to Right: Cindi Strawley, George McKelvie, Tammy Patrick, Coastal Hospice Director of Advancement; Richard Stone, Holly Stone Murray, Coastal Hospice Director of Home Hospice Services; and Barbara Trumpower, Coastal Hospice Advancement Assistant. Committee members Rick Coleman and Steve Silverman were not available for photo. Ocean Pines, MD – October 17, 2023 – The Michael J. Strawley, Sr. Memorial Golf Tournament Committee presented a check for $12,500 to
Dr. Salman Bhat joins TidalHealth Endocrinology in Berlin & Salisbury BERLIN & SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Salman Bhat, MD, to TidalHealth Endocrinology in Berlin and Salisbury, Md. Dr. Bhat received his medical degree from the Government Medical College in Srinagar, Kashmir. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in Buffalo, N.Y., where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. Dr.
eNews & Events October 12, 2023 - October 26, 2023Click Here
Pictured are Hilary Schmitt, MBA, BSN, RN, Director of Operations, UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH); Hope Meredith, RN, PCCN, Cardiopulmonary Rehab nurse, UM SRH; Ralph Starkey; Sally Worm, RN CCRP, Cardiopulmonary Rehab Manager, UM SRH; and Rebecca Bair, Vice President of Philanthropy, UM SRH. EASTON, Md. (October 11, 2023) – A $5,200 donation used to purchase a new treadmill for patients was recently made by a member of Easton Elks Lodge #1622 in honor of UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH)
On Tuesday, November 28th, Mid-Shore Community Foundation will host Mid-Shore Gives 2023, the 24-hour fundraising event to benefit local nonprofits. “Mid-Shore Gives is a way for us to support our nonprofits, while engaging the community,” said Buck Duncan, President of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation. “Last year’s event was a success, with 443 donors and 70 participating organizations, the inaugural event raised $62,869 for local nonprofits! We hope to make an even greater impact this
Main Street Gallery is thrilled to announce that beginning Thursday, November 2nd “All That Glitters: A Women’s Metalsmith Collective” returns to the Cambridge art co-op to present a dazzling showcase of jewelry and artwork! The seven talented Eastern Shore metalsmiths and glass artists showed at the gallery last year and will exhibit again alongside Main Street Gallery’s twelve member artists. The exhibition will be open to the public until December 31 with two receptions, November 11 and December 9
SALISBURY – The American Lung Association identifies lung cancer as the number one killer of people in the United States. In fact, it claims more lives annually than colon, breast and prostate cancer combined. If you are currently smoking or have a history of smoking, your risk of lung cancer increases significantly. Interested in learning more? TidalHealth’s Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute, Allen Cancer Center and the Thoracic Oncology Program will be providing two special Saturday lung cancer
eNews & Events October 5, 2023 - October 19, 2023Click Here
Choptank Community Health System is expanding its school-based services in Caroline and Talbot County Public Schools with the addition of three new behavioral health providers. Behavioral Health Therapists Maura Cavalieri, LGPC, and Fiona Kay, LCSW-C have joined Choptank Health’s Talbot County Public School School-Based Health Center team, and Behavioral Health Therapist Reina Ronquillo, LMSW joins behavioral health provider Lindsay Newcomb, LCSW-C in serving the students at Caroline County Public
BERLIN — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Megan Karin Tyndall, DNP, FNP to TidalHealth Primary Care in Berlin, Md. Dr. Tyndall received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University. She went on to earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice Family Nurse Practitioner from Salisbury University. She has extensive critical care experience and a passion for providing holistic patient-centered care. Dr. Tyndall is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Nurse
The Friends of Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Cambridge, Maryland, are hosting a digital photo contest from October 1 to December 1, 2023, to showcase Blackwater NWR and raise funds for Refuge projects. Adult and youth participants are invited to submit photos taken between January 1, 2022 and December 1, 2023, in Refuge areas open to the public, which includes the Wildlife Drive, Marsh Edge Trail, Woods Trail, Tubman Road Trail, paddling trails, the Visitor Center butterfly garden, and
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Coastal Hospice Announces New Resource for the Lower Eastern Shore:Dementia Patient and Caregiver Resource Guide Salisbury, MD – September, 26, 2023 – Coastal Hospice, in collaboration with the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation (NPHI) announces that patients and their caregivers now have access to our Dementia Patient and Caregiver Resource Guide. Our guide provides the best-in-class resource for dementia care and improves quality of life for dementia patients, reduces
Ava’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar staff in St. Michaels gather in honor of the restaurant’s 15th anniversary, with the Chef’s Favorite pizza, shown, offered at a special price this October of $10.19 in recognition of the day the restaurant opened. Pictured from the left are Danella Gilligan, Makia Morton, Celina Perez Garcia, Edwin Martinez, and Chris Agharabi. Reservations and more are at www.avaspizzeria.com. Ava’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar is celebrating its 15th anniversary of serving delicious food, wine, and
SEAFORD – TidalHealth Nanticoke has again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Total Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to offering safe and quality patient care. The Seaford, Del. hospital was recognized for providing clinical total hip and knee replacement programs across the continuum of care. The recertification evaluates
Hear ye hear ye come one come all! The Cambridge Woman’s Club Gala is almost here! The bazaar begins Friday, October 13 from 11 AM to 5 PM through Saturday, October 14 from 8 AM to 3 PM at the historic Sycamore Cottage on 417 High St. in Cambridge, Maryland (a great place to be). There will be gently used housewares furniture, art, books, records, and antiques for purchase. Baked goods are also available created by some very accomplished bakers. The CWC events provide the funds to allow the club to
SALISBURY – Krista Kelly-Hearn, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 East patient care unit, has been selected as the September 2023 recipient of the Daisy Award for her care and special attention. Her nomination was written by a patient to acknowledge the care received. I have been a regular patient on the 3 East oncology unit. Krista has always been so kind and compassionate. However, one particular day she went above and beyond for me and my family. My dad was sent to the emergency
SALISBURY – Corlessa Dixon, Certified Nursing Assistant of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Nursery, is the September 2023 Sunshine Award recipient for her kindness, professionalism and compassion in dealing with a challenging patient.A co-worker wrote and submitted the following nomination.Corlessa went above and beyond in care for a psychiatric obstetric patient that was on our unit for three days. Using her skill set, she was able to calm the patient and get her focused on the process. The patient
EASTON, Md (September 29, 2023) – UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) netted over $70,000 for patient care services at its annual golf tournament fundraiser held at Talbot Country Club. Proceeds are designated for the purchase of a Remote Patient Monitoring system for UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, which will allow for health data such as a patient’s vital signs and medication reminders to be transmitted between to providers. “This state-of-the-art technology will allow providers to monitor patients
The Macky & Pam Stansell House of Coastal Hospice Receives $13,000 Donation In Memory of Joan Gadow Glime from the JGG Memorial Fund OCEAN PINES, MD – SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 – Coastal Hospice is the recipient of a $13,000.00 gift in memory of Joan Gadow Glime who was cared for by our team at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, MD. Her husband, William M. Glime made this gracious donation from the Joan Gadow Glime Memorial Fund. During an uplifting conversation with our Director of Advancement, Tammy
Barbara Murray Caitlin Rothstein MILLSBORO — TidalHealth Primary Care and TidalHealth Specialty Care are pleased to announce their Team Members of the Month for September 2023. Barbara Murray and Caitlin Rothstein, Team Care Assistants at TidalHealth Primary Care in Millsboro, were both nominated by Tricia Collison for demonstrating the value of Service: “A patient was transitioning from the home he had lived in all his life to a long-term care facility. He did not have any suitcases or any means
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Willow Construction Celebrates 50th Anniversary The Willow Construction leadership team prepares to cut the cake at their 50th Anniversary Open House event on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Pictured from left to right are Senior Estimator Justin Hiner; Senior Project Manager Eric Milhollan, CHC; President Michael Hiner; and Vice President Bernard A. Cheezum, Jr., CHC. Willow Construction welcomed clients, industry partners, friends, family, and community members for an Open House ceremony commemorating its
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