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eNews & Events June 1, 2023 - June 15, 2023Click Here
CAMBRIDGE, Md. Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has launched an online survey asking the community for input on naming a new street being added to Cambridge Harbor. The survey can be accessed through the Cambridge Harbor website at www.cambridgeharbor.org. The website can also be reached using the QR code to the right. The survey will be open through June 30, 2023. CWDI once again worked with BCT Design Group on this latest effort “to include our community in the development of Cambridge
Kinney joins TidalHealth as Senior Director of Medical Imaging SALISBURY – Timothy Feist, Vice President of Ambulatory Services, is pleased to announce Anna Kinney, MBA, CRA, CNMT, ARRT (N), has been named Senior Director of Medical Imaging. In this role, Kinney will have strategic, administrative and operational responsibility for all radiology imaging services offered by TidalHealth. Kinney comes to TidalHealth with 25+ years of imaging and healthcare leadership experience, most recently serving as
Chill out with hot science about the waters around us. As part of their 50th Anniversary, the Horn Point Laboratory (HPL) is hosting a series of six Summer Talks. Beginning June 20 these Tuesday talks will run weekly (except July 4tth), from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. "We are excited to bring our latest science to the Cambridge community and to share what we are learning about the natural world around us." shared Director, Mike Sieracki. With slides and conversation, faculty members will share their research on a
Wilson-Hypes Named Health Educator for Shore Medical Center at Chestertown’s Rural Health Care Transformation Team Sandra Wilson-Hypes (Sandra Wilson-Hypes.jpg) CHESTERTOWN, Md. (May 30, 2023) – Sandra Wilson-Hypes has joined the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown as Health Educator on the hospital’s Rural Health Care Transformation team. The Health Educator provides leadership and collaboration with local community partners in developing and managing community health
eNews & Events May 25, 2023 - June 8, 2023Click Here
TidalHealth Announces Team Members of the Year SALISBURY & SEAFORD — TidalHealth is pleased to announce the following four Team Members of the Year: Kasey Moore, RNKasey was born at TidalHealth Nanticoke and her dedication to the organization is evident from her 10 years of perfect attendance. She started her career as a Medical Surgical nurse, then transferred to the Operating Room where she was recently promoted to the role of Charge Nurse. Kasey has earned the respect of the physicians and staff and
Blackwater NWR to Hold Annual Youth Fishing Fun Day on June 3 In partnership with the Friends of Blackwater and the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge will hold its annual Youth Fishing Fun Day on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This family-friendly event will be held at “Hog Range” Pond behind the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center, located off Route 335. Young people 15 years old and under can pre-register for the event by
Dr. Abou Yehia to present at national radiation oncology conference SALISBURY – Radiation therapy is an integral part of breast cancer treatment to minimize the risk of cancer recurrence. Radiation is typically given postoperatively to the whole breast after surgery and sometimes an additional boost of radiation to the surgical site. Now, a new prospective phase II study (NCT04871516) is being conducted to assess the feasibility and benefit of delivering a radiation boost pre-operatively, and is
Shannon Hart, BSN, RN, Honored as 2023 UM SRH Nurse of the YearShown at the UM Shore Regional Health Nurse of the Year Award presentation are Mary Collins, Nurse Manager, 2 East Multispecialty Unit; Shannon Hart, Nurse of the Year; Jenny Bowie, Chief Nursing Officer; and Ashley Higgs, Clinical Nurse Coordinator. EASTON, Md. (May 16, 2023) - Shannon Hart, RN, clinical nurse coordinator on the 2 East Multispecialty Unit at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, has been named SRH’s Nurse of the Year.
Hebron Savings Bank participates in National Financial Literacy Month with Teach Children to Save Lessons. During the week of April 27th, 10 Hebron Savings Bank Branch Managers delivered financial literacy lessons to K-8 students in their local market as part of the ABA Foundation’s 2023 Teach Children to Save Day. The bankers raised financial awareness through in-school presentations promoting responsible saving habits. Employees taught students the fundamentals of personal finance through age-specific
Choptank Health testifies at Senate hearing“ChoptankHealth_SaraRich_SenatorCardin_2023.jpg” The importance of access to rural healthcare was the topic for Choptank Community Health System CEO Sara Rich’s May 17 testimony at a hearing titled, “Improving Health Care Access in Rural Communities: Obstacles and Opportunities” before the Senate Committee on Finance Health Care Subcommittee. Presiding over the Subcommittee hearing were Chairman U.S. Senator Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and ranking member U.S. Senator
TidalHealth expands visiting hours May 22 SALISBURY & SEAFORD – As TidalHealth works to balance patient safety and support the need to provide family members additional time with loved ones who are hospitalized, starting on Monday, May 22, the health system will be increasing visitation opportunities at both TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. and TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. Visiting hours are expanding at both hospitals, in all non-critical care, medical-surgical areas, to 8
ROHLFING PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, CHIEF CREDIT OFFICERHebron, MD, May 17, 2023- Hebron Savings Bank announced that Larry Rohlfing has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer. Mr. Rohlfing is responsible for leading corporate credit strategy initiatives, managing the commercial loan portfolio and underwriting administration, and monitoring credit risk and asset quality for the Bank. Larry has been with the Bank since 2019. Mr. Rohlfing has served in various roles
GOTTSCHALK JOINS HEBRON SAVINGS BANKAS CHIEF LENDING OFFICER Hebron, MD, May 17, 2023- Hebron Savings Bank announced that Brian Gottschalk has joined the Bank as Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. Mr. Gottschalk will develop and expand business relationships in the Maryland and Delaware markets. He will lead the team of Commercial Lenders to provide high-quality business solutions, drive service excellence, and expand the Bank’s geographic presence. He has over 21 years of bank
TidalHealth honored by ESGR for support of military members Pictured from left to right with the Patriotic Employer Award are: Cindy Lunsford, TidalHealth Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO); Dr. James Trumble, TidalHealth Vice President for Clinical Integration; Carsen Hyde, Manager of the Advance Practice Providers at TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery; and Bill Peters, Military Outreach Representative, ESGR Maryland Committee.Pictured from left to right with the Seven Seals Award
Bonnie Willey is TidalHealth’s 3rd Quarter 2022 MacGyver Award Recipient SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Bonnie Willey, LBSW, of Community Wellness at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has been selected as the 3rd Quarter 2022 recipient of the MacGyver Award. This award recognizes TidalHealth social workers and licensed professional counselors who contribute a positive image to their profession. Bonnie is dependable and compassionate. She eagerly engages in every situation where she
Cambridge, MD – Local Cambridge, MD triathlon group, Cambridge Multi-Sport, (CMS) announces the return of their annual “Firecracker Kid’s Triathlon” on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at the Robbins Family YMCA at 201 Talbot Avenue in Cambridge, MD. Rebranded in memory of local Ironman, MD organizer and director Gerry Boyle, this year marks the 11th anniversary of the triathlon. The event begins at 8:00 am as children from ages 6 to 15 will swim, bike, and run various distances based on their age group. The swim
eNews & Events May 18, 2023 - June 1, 2023Click Here
The community showed overwhelming support at the recent fundraiser hosted and organized by Choptank Tattoo in Cambridge. Excited supporters lined up at the doors and enjoyed our beautiful downtown. This was truly a fundraiser unlike any other, and the kind owner of Choptank Tattoo, Trevor Howeth, donated 100% of the days proceeds for a total of $3,059 for the pets of Baywater Animal Rescue and Dorchester County!choptanktattoo.com/
Steven Wisniewski joins TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Steven Wisniewski, PA-C, to TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury, Md. Wisniewski received his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ursinus College in Collegeville, Pa.; his physician assistant certificate from Anne Arundel Community College in Annapolis, Md.; and his Master of Medical Science from Saint Frances University in Loretto, Pa. He also completed a postgraduate
eNews & Events May 11, 2023 - May 25, 2023click here
On May 4, one hundred Golfers enjoyed a perfect day at Heritage Shores Golf Course in Bridgeville, Delaware playing in the 2023 TidalHealth Foundation Spring Golf Classic. The event raised nearly $70,000 for the health system’s Graduate Medical Education program. The TidalHealth Foundation would like to thank its golf committee, volunteers, staff, and Heritage Shores staff for helping to make this year’s event a great success. Save the Date for the TidalHealth Foundation 2023 Fall Golf Classic on
University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton Earns “A” Safety Grade University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton (UM Shore Medical Center Easton lg.jpeg) EASTON, Md. (May 9, 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 sixth consecutive period that the hospital has received an
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional was awarded an ‘A’ from The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2023 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. 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 nine Maryland hospitals, and the only on the lower shore, to earn an ‘A’ in the spring 2023 report. The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization, assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or
UM Shore Regional Health Respiratory Therapist Recognized With “Rookie Therapist of the Year” Award UM Shore Regional Health recently celebrated Kendall Dixon, BS, RRT, center, who received the “Rookie Therapist of the Year” award from the Maryland/District of Columbia (MD/DC) Society for Respiratory Care. Pictured with Dixon are, Steve Eisemann, BS, RRT, Director, Respiratory Services, UM SRH, left; and LuAnn Brady, MSPH, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, right EASTON, Md. (May
UM Shore Regional Health Recognizes National Donate Life MonthUM SRH team members wore blue and green in honor of National Donate Life Blue and Green Day on April 14 UM SRH team members assembled on April 6 for a Donate Life Flag Raising, honoring past organ donors and their families. . EASTON, Md. (May 5, 2023) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) celebrated National Donate Life Month during April, honoring organ donors and bringing awareness to saving or enhancing lives through
eNews & Events May 4, 2023 - May 20, 2023Click Here
Lisa Lisle Wins Maryland Emergency Nursing AwardMary Alice Vanhoy, MSN, RN, CEN, CPEN, NRP, FAEN, Nurse Manager, UM Shore Emergency Center at Queenstown; 2023 Emergency Nurse of the Year Lisa Lisle, MSN, RN, CEN; and Maryland Emergency Medicine Network-Eastern Shore emergency care physicians Kevin Pearl, MD and Eric Klotz. EASTON, Md. (May 1, 2023) – Lisa Lisle, MSN, RN, CEN, Clinical Nurse Coordinator,
Emily Dinardo named Wor-Wic’s 2023 Golden Apple AwardeePictured left to right are Sangita Silwal; Samantha Hurley; Caitlyn Vessey; Katelyn Hernandez; Emily Dinardo, RT(R); Danielle Nester; Chloe Abresch; Chelsea Ward. SALISBURY — On Tuesday, April 24, Wor-Wic Community College's Radiologic Technology Class of 2023 presented the Golden Apple Award to Emily Dinardo, Radiologic Technologist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Each year, Wor-Wic's Radiologic Technology students present the Golden Apple
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Choptank Electric Cooperative and its subsidiary, Choptank Fiber LLC, finalized a deal to acquire thousands of broadband fiber customers from Bay Country Communications over the next 10 years. The deal sets up a partnership between Choptank and BCC whereby Bay Country will continue to serve its cable customers and will construct fiber services to customers already in the construction pipeline. Choptank will acquire broadband accounts as they come online. “This arrangement allows two quality companies that
Jayla Bright is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s April Sunshine Award recipient. Jayla Bright is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s April Sunshine Award Recipient SALISBURY – Jayla Bright, Certified Nursing Assistant of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West patient care area, is the April 2023 Sunshine Award recipient for her kindness, professionalism and compassion. A patient under her care wrote and submitted the following nomination. Jayla brings so much professionalism with a very caring and
eNews and Events April 27, 2023 - May 11, 2023Click Here
WHCP is excited to announce Baltimore-based Josh Christina and his band live in Cambridge at the 447 Venue. This show will be fun for all ages and we encourage you to invite your friends! Josh Christina is an infectious blend of piano driven, high-octane boogie-woogie and rock ’n’ roll. Think of a mix between Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, and Elton John and you’ve got Josh Christina. If you’re a fan of piano driven rock ‘n’ roll, Josh will restore your confidence in the ability of young musicians to
For All Seasons is providing a unique Supervisor Credentialing Training for social workers and professional counselors at The Point at Pintail in Queenstown, Maryland on June 23 to 25, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The three-day in-person training fulfills the 24 credit-hour training necessary for professional counselors and social workers to obtain the licensure that allows them to provide clinical oversight and supervision of interns and early-career therapists. “Currently, there are no similar
eNews & Events April 20, 2023 - May 4, 2023Click Here
The Barren Island Phase I construction has begun for the Mid-Chesapeake Bay Island Ecosystem Restoration Project! Attached is an informational handout that includes both project background and safety information related to water access immediately west of Barren Island. As a reminder Phase I construction includes instillation of a majority of the protective stone sills and breakwaters. The stone structures will protect the existing island and natural resources as well as the 83 acres of wetlands that will
SEAFORD – On Apr. 14, TidalHealth Sleep Medicine in Seaford and Millsboro, Del., under the medical directorship of Dr. Jacques Conaway, underwent successful site visits by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Both were granted full five-year sleep facility accreditation with no provisions. “Full accreditation with no provisions validates that TidalHealth Sleep Medicine demonstrates a commitment to provide the highest quality diagnostic services and management of sleep patients, said Dr. Conaway.
The Cambridge Lighthouse Foundation is looking to expand its roster of volunteer “keepers” at the Choptank River Lighthouse for the coming season. Keepers staff the Lighthouse on Saturdays and Sundays between May 6 and October 28. “Our volunteers serve as goodwill ambassadors not just for the Lighthouse itself, but for our whole community,” says Cassie Burton, the past president of the board of the nonprofit foundation. The foundation’s mission is to promote the Lighthouse and enhance the experiences it
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 1st Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Ellen Perdue, Emergency Department Ellen Perdue of the Emergency Department (ED) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 1st Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Ellen is an important part of the ED team. She never hesitates to adjust her schedule to help cover needs in the department and
eNews & Events April 13, 2023 - April 27, 2023Click Here
The American Legion Unit 91 Auxiliary recently sponsored their first Spring Market on April 1. It was a huge success and drew many patrons from the surrounding communities. Vendors that participated were very pleased and suggested that the Auxiliary plan another similar event in the Fall. All proceeds from the Unit 91 activities go toward our local veterans and their families. Please follow us on the American Legion Unit 91 Auxiliary Facebook page for upcoming events. All proceeds from the Unit 91
Main Street Gallery is excited to present “SPRING SHOW 2023 –including New Artists, New Media”. The gallery has recently welcomed four new members who bring with them a wealth of talent, experience and exciting new work in a variety of media. They will be showing alongside the gallery’s other 9 members. Sheryl Southwick is a well- known, award winning artist and arts educator from Easton. Sheryl makes collages, paintings and prints and says “Color and texture have been the main focus of my work since I
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), in partnership with the Ocean City Hotel, Motel, Restaurant Association (OCHMRA) is looking forward to welcoming back guests and visitors for the 2023 summer season! UWLES is excited to offer the Dine, Stay and Play program again this year with local hospitality and recreational organizations as they demonstrate giving back to the community and creating local impact. Local restaurants, hotels, entertainment, and sporting venues can sign up with UWLES to
SALISBURY – Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, President/CEO of TidalHealth, today announced that Cindy Lunsford has been appointed President of the health system’s network of employed providers and support personnel in primary care and specialty care offices on Delmarva Peninsula. Lunsford, who will continue to also serve as TidalHealth’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), will assume her additional role on April 6. She joined TidalHealth in 2005 as the Vice President of
LAUREL– TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Baltimore Ravens Pro Bowl fullback Patrick Ricard to its HealthFest health fair on Sat., May 6 at the Laurel, Del. Middle/High School on South Central Avenue. Ricard is making a special appearance and will hold an autograph session from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Autographs will be free, but limited to one per person to provide everyone an opportunity. Please be sure to bring the item to have signed as merchandise will not be sold. TidalHealth is also offering a
BERLIN, SALISBURY & SEAFORD – May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but early detection and treatment make it the most curable. Local dermatologists and providers are donating their time for free screenings for Melanoma Monday/Skin Cancer Awareness Month. TidalHealth is providing free skin cancer screenings at the following locations: May 1, 2023, 4:30 to 6:30 pm TidalHealth Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute 100. E. Carroll St. Salisbury,
Excalibur Demolition’s John Johnson, left, with Excalibur Demolition Owner Rick Townsend, right, as seen cutting pole bollards as a subcontractor with Cardinal Construction of Easton, Md. Cardinal Construction recently received construction management and commercial demolition certifications from the Maryland Department of Transportation as part of the construction management company's expanded MBE/DBE/SBE services. More is at www.cardinalbuilds.com. Cardinal Construction LLC of Easton, Md. recently
Easton, Maryland, April 5,—Willow Construction has announced it has achieved Diamond level in Associated Builders and Contractor’s STEP Safety Management System. Founded more than three decades ago, STEP has evolved into a world-class safety program that dramatically improves safety performance among construction industry participants, with top-performing Diamond members achieving incident rates 645% safer than the industry average. “Safety is absolutely our top priority, and it is reflected on every
The National Academies of Practice (NAP) is pleased to announce Aaron M. Sebach, PhD, DNP, MBA, AGACNP-BC, FNP-BC, NP-C, CP-C, CEN, CPEN, CLNC, CGNC, CNE, CNEcl, SFHM, TidalHealth Hospitalist and Community Wellness/SWIFT Nurse Practitioner, was inducted as a Distinguished Practitioner and Fellow (FNAP) in the Nursing Academy. Class of 2023 Fellows were welcomed into the NAP during the awards and induction ceremony in Washington, D.C., on April 1, 2023. There are less than 330 nurses nationwide that have
eNews & Events April 6, 2023 - April 20, 2023Click Here
Choptank Health staff were provided special pins to celebrate Choptank Community Health System earning The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for primary care medical home, ambulatory health care, and behavioral health care and human services accreditation. Choptank Community Health System provides medical, dental, and School-Based health services to more than 30,000 adults and children in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties, with headquarters in Denton, Md. More is at
Sheeba Thattil, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, PCCN EASTON, Md. (April 4, 2023) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Group – Cardiology recently welcomed Sheeba Thattil, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, PCCN as a new provider at the practice. Thattil has more than 20 years of experience in clinical and education settings, including cardiac and medical surgical units, and intensive care units. Most recently, Thattil spent more than 15 years as a registered nurse in the cardiac telemetry unit at Howard County General Hospital in
Becky Kroeger, DNP, CNM Choptank Community Health System recently welcomed women’s health practitioner Becky Kroeger, DNP, CNM of Easton, Md. to its medical practices. Kroeger is offering prenatal care and women’s health services at Choptank Health’s Easton Health Center and Fassett Magee Center in Cambridge. She will also be expanding access to women’s health services at Choptank Health Centers located in Caroline and Kent counties. Services include well-women exams for cervical cancer and
Gerrit Dashiell, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s March Daisy Award recipient. SALISBURY – Gerrit Dashiell, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West patient care unit, has been selected as the March 2023 recipient of the Daisy Award for his care and special attention shown recently to a patient. His nomination, below, was written by the patient. Gerrit was everything a nurse should be and then some. Always smiling, always professional and positive and extremely helpful. I needed pain
DELMAR — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Faith Lauer, FNP, to TidalHealth Primary Care in Delmar, Del. Lauer received her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Salisbury University. Lauer has 40 years of nursing experience. Her nursing career began in the U.S. Navy, and she has worked in the nursing home, inpatient and hospice settings. When she isn’t treating patients, Lauer enjoys swimming, hiking, gardening and reading. Lauer is
March 30, 2023 To: All Marylanders I am here to inform you that the State of Maryland has seen the worst increase in fire deaths in the first three months of 2023 than in any other time in recent decades. Close to 40 Marylanders have lost their lives to fire from the eastern shore to the mountains of western Maryland. This deeply saddens and concerns me to my core. We need to slow this trend down immediately. I will tell you that fires these days’ burn faster and hotter and produce toxic smoke that
CWC is very excited to present “Learning about schools: A Lucky life” by Stephen Heyneman at 1pm on Friday April 7, 2023. Mr Heyneman is the editor in chief at the International Journal of Education Development at Vanderbilt University in Nashville Tennessee. Stephen received his PhD in Comparative education from the university of Chicago in 1976. Between 76 and 1984 he helped research educational quality and design policies in support of educational effectiveness. Among his many appointments he was
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eNews & Events March 30, 2023 - April 13, 2023Click Here
The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce presented the 2023 C. Robert “Bob” Spedden Service Award to Evelyn Townsend and Herschel Johnson posthumously at the Annual Meeting on March 23, 2023. Over 350 business and community leaders registered to attend the sold-out event held at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort and Spa. 25 family members of the recipients were in attendance to celebrate and accept the award. Lynda Brown, Evelyn Townsend’s daughter, accepted on behalf of Mrs. Townsend and the family.
TidalHealth will now offer MyChart subscribers an effortless way to get an all-encompassing view of their overall health and wellbeing by partnering with Apple Health and the Apple Health app. The Apple Heath app tracks sleep, steps, nutrition, and more on apple devices, while MyChart focuses on personal, secure medical records, lab results, appointments, and messages from medical professionals. Both apps allow patients to access health data at no cost. Vice President of Information Technology Mark
TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Megan Wooten, RRT, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is our Tree of Life Award recipient for March 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. Megan's nominator wrote the following: "If you know Megan, you know that your patient is being taken care of like a family member. She always goes above and
As a small business owner, you understand the importance of taking steps to boost business growth. To maximize your day-to-day, it’s essential to use online software and tools that can help you make the most of your time and resources. The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce has a few ideas on how you can get started; in this blog post, we’ll go over some of the best practices for small business owners looking to take their businesses to the next level.Redesign Your Website A great way to increase visibility
In America today, the increased demand for physicians continues to outpace the relatively fixed supply of available doctors. By 2034, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) anticipates doctor shortages of between 38,000 and 124,000 as an aging physician population nears retirement. Primary care and internal medicine face the greatest challenge, but the impact is being felt across the board in all areas and specialties. Each year, it becomes more difficult to keep pace, and nowhere is
Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, President/CEO of TidalHealth today announced that Angela (Angie) Brittingham, MSN, RN, CEN, CPEN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, has been named as the health system’s next Chief Nursing Executive (CNE). Brittingham was selected after the completion of a national search following the departure of Dr. Sarah Arnett last year. Brittingham, who began her career at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in 2000 as a Certified Nursing Assistant on the Mother/Baby Unit, transitions to the Executive
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Michael Boyle, CRNP, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Md. Boyle received his master’s degree in nursing from Wilmington University in Wilmington, Del. He has cared for patients in the primary care setting as a nurse practitioner and in critical care as a registered nurse. Boyle is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and currently serves as a Captain in the Army Reserves. He recently was the Chief of Medical Readiness and previously the
The County Council is pleased to announce that the Cambridge-Dorchester Regional Airport will host an EAA Young Eagles Rally on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 9 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. (weather permitting) with a rain date of Sunday, April 30th. Children ages 8 to 17 can receive a free airplane ride at no cost (parent/legal guardian approval and signature required). If your child is interested in the field of Aviation or would just like to explore the excitement of flying, bring them out for a day filled with
eNews & Events March 23, 2023 - April 6, 2023Click Here
LuAnn Brady, MSPH, has joined University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) as its Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. An accomplished senior health care industry executive, Brady has diverse and established credentials in strategic planning, program development and hospital operations for community hospitals, non-for-profit health systems and academic medical centers. In her new role with UM SRH, Brady is responsible for hospital operations as well as the operations of the health
SALISBURY & SEAFORD – Timothy Feist, MBA, CHC, TidalHealth's Vice President of Ambulatory Services, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kimberly S. Adkins, MBA, BS (MT), ASCP, to Senior Director of Laboratory Services effective March 26, 2023. In this role, Adkins will have strategic, administrative and operational responsibility for all laboratory services provided by TidalHealth. Adkins has held various staff and leadership roles throughout her career at TidalHealth. She started her career at
eNews & Events March 16, 2023 - March 30, 2023Click Here
CAMBRIDGE, Md. Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has launched the Cambridge Harbor website at www.cambridgeharbor.org. The website provides the public with updated information about the Cambridge Harbor development and CWDI. It can also be reached using the QR code to the right. “CWDI has carefully crafted the Cambridge Harbor website,” said Matt Leonard, CWDI’s Executive Director. “To ensure that it’s informative, attractive, and easy to navigate.” The website expresses the quality-of-life
The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) and Salisbury University are hosting a Poverty Simulation on Saturday, April 29 at Salisbury University. A Poverty Simulation is a highly interactive experience that helps participants begin to understand what a typical low-income family experiences trying to survive month to month. The main goal of the simulation is to help create awareness of, and sensitivity to, the challenges faced by individuals living in poverty. Both participants and volunteers
2022 Best in Show, Artist Brianah Shockley, Snow Hill High School United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) is once again hosting the Lower Shore Addiction Awareness Visual Arts Competition. The competition is open to any public, private or home school high school student in Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester Counties. Students may submit one piece of fine art in any media including painting, drawing, collage, mixed media, photography, sculpture or video. Works must have opioid or other
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Mona Flannery, RT(R)(M), is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 4th Quarter 2022 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. Mona was nominated not once, but twice for this award and is an incredible asset to the Radiology team at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Mona is honest,
UWLES President/CEO Pam Gregory (L) and TidalHealth nurse Nicole Marine (R) present new parents Melanie Longoria, William Calloway and baby Eden with their SmartStart Welcome Pack with first book and enrollment in Imagination Library. The United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) is pleased to announce the expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library through SmartStart, a new partnership with TidalHealth, to increase support for new parents. Imagination Library is an early childhood literacy
March 8—Willow Construction of Easton, Maryland, was recognized in the Associated Builders and Contractors’ fifth annual Top Performers publication as one ABC’s Top 250 Performers and Top General Contractors nationwide. ABC’s Top Performers lists—the only rankings of their kind—recognize member contractors’ achievements in safety, quality, inclusion, diversity, equity, project excellence and special designations, ranked by work hours. “We are proud to be named a Top Performer and Top General Contractor by
eNews & Events March 9, 2023 - March 23, 2023Click Here
The YMCA of the Chesapeake announces that registration is open for 2023 youth summer camp programs at its Cecil County, Talbot County, Dorchester County, Kent County, Lower Shore, Queen Anne’s County, and Wicomico County locations. Parents can register on the YMCA of the Chesapeake website, and camp registration fees are waived through the month of March when the promo code “2023-Camp” is used while checking out. YMCA of the Chesapeake day camps are centered around improving the well-being of children,
Community Listening Session to be held on Proposed Combination of the Ironman and Eagleman Events Into An Ironman Festival Weekend Starting in June of 2024 The City of Cambridge and Dorchester County are jointly hosting a community listening session to receive input on a proposal to combine the IRONMAN Maryland and Eagleman events into an IRONMAN Festival Weekend starting in 2024. The listening session will be held in the Cambridge City Council Chambers at 305 Gay Street on Monday, March 20 from
Khalid Kurtom, MD, FAANS, FACSRick Miller stands in front of one of the boats in his workshop at Miller’s Marine Services in Chestertown. Thanks to the support of his wife, Diana Miller, a successful surgery at University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton, an innovative clinical trial, and advanced cancer care at University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center, Miller is living cancer-free. EASTON, Md. (March 1, 2023) – When Chestertown native Rick Miller began
The Friends of the Dorchester County Public Library met on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 with the Library staff to present their annual donation. As a non-profit, the Library is able to receive funding for collections and building up-keep from grants and donations from the Friends and other entities. State and county funding of the Library supports salaries. No funding is received from the cities of Cambridge or Hurlock. Please send your donations to the Friends of the Library. Information can be found on the
eNews & Events March 2, 2023 - March 16, 2023Click Here
Brittney Calandra, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s February Daisy Award recipient. SALISBURY – Brittney Calandra, RN, of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 5 Layfield patient care unit, has been selected as the February 2023 recipient of the Daisy Award for her care shown recently to a patient and his family. Her nomination, below, was written by the patient. "Brittney is an amazing nurse; caring, smart and has an awesome way with patients. When I was at my worst, she was beside me, making a huge
Chamber Connection NewsletterMarch 2023Click Here for NewsletterClick Here for Inserts
Katherine Arensmeyer joins TidalHealth Medical Oncology and Hematology in Salisbury SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Katherine (Katie) Arensmeyer, CRNP, to TidalHealth Medical Oncology and Hematology in Salisbury, Md. Arensmeyer received her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and Wilkes University, both in Pennsylvania. Arensmeyer has 14 years of experience as an oncology nurse practitioner in private practice, inpatient and outpatient infusion and hospice
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 4th Quarter 2022 Team Members of the Quarter: Administrative & Support Services: Demetris “D” Bennett, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Demetris Bennett of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 4th Quarter 2022 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Demetris has been with Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation for 23 years and has made a tremendous impact
CAMBRIDGE, Md. Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has issued a 2022 Annual Report for its stakeholder community. “We believe in keeping our partners informed,” said Matt Leonard, CWDI’s Executive Director. "We do this as we make plans, progress, and reach milestones.”The 2022 Annual Report is an easy to read and concise conveying of the significant progress CWDI has made on all fronts in 2022. Its contents include descriptions of key developments in Funding, Messaging, Branding, Organizational
eNews & Events February 23, 2023 - March 9, 2023Click Here
Author and storyteller Jim Duffy of Secrets of the Eastern shore will share tales of Delmarva days gone by in a talk at the Cambridge Woman’s Club meeting Friday, March 3rd at 1pm. A Cambridge resident, Duffy is an award winning writer and author of 5 books, including two collections of Eastern Shore Road Trips and the brand new Shore Bets: The Delmarva Fun guide slated for publication March 1. Duffy founded the homegrown business Secrets of the Eastern Shore with his wife, the photographer Jill Jasuta,
8th Annual “Aspire to Succeed & Lead” Women’s Conference Hosted by Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center Friday, March 3rd, 2023 Check-in: 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Conference: 9:00 - 3:00 p.m. At the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center (Midway Room), 500 Glen Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21804 Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center is hosting their 8th Annual “Aspire to Succeed & Lead” Women’s Business Conference. Keynote speaker, Maisie Dunbar is an award-winning beauty business leader with
Pictured, from left, are Pam Gregory, UWLES President & CEO, donors Kim and Jim List, and Cathie Thomas, UWLES Leadership & Planned Giving Officer. United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) recently received $25,000 for the 1944 Legacy Circle Fund in honor of Bill and Carolee List, given by his son and daughter-in-law, Jim and Kim List of Ocean City. Bill and Carolee were active for many years in their community sharing their time, talent, and treasure. Upon Bill’s passing in the spring of 2022, the
Dorchester County proudly welcomed Governor Wes Moore to the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center on Tuesday, February 14th where he announced the discovery of a home where enslaved people lived on the Thompson Farm, the birthplace of Harriet Tubman. Dorchester County is proud to be the birthplace of Harriet Tubman and is excited that this sacred ground has been discovered along with many artifacts which will be preserved as a piece of history for future generations. The exhibit opened in
eNews & Events February 16, 2023 - March 2, 2023Click Here
The Dorchester Skipjack Committee owns the skipjack Nathan of Dorchester, a U.S. Coast Guard certified passenger carrying vessel located in Cambridge, Maryland. This is a dynamic, all volunteer organization which has maintained and sailed the Nathan for over 29 years. The Nathan shares maritime history of the Chesapeake Bay along with oyster ecology with over 1,200 passengers a year. Visitors of all ages, from all over the world, spend up to two hours sailing on the beautiful Choptank River on the youngest
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce its 2022 Physician and Advanced Practice Provider (APP) of the Year: Nicholas Dudas, MD, FACS, of TidalHealth General Surgery and Kevin Healy, PA-C, a hospitalist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Dr. Dudas was selected for his medical work combined with his community service with local youth. In addition to seeing patients at TidalHealth General Surgery and the TidalHealth Breast Center, Dr. Dudas has been busy preparing to teach the next
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Elleda Ziemer, DO, a family medicine physician for the last 18 years, to TidalHealth Primary Care in Salisbury. Dr. Ziemer obtained her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, Pa., and completed her internship and residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pa. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of Med Chi, the American Academy of
Dr. Walter Gianelle treats a patient at Your Doc’s In. SALISBURY – Your Doc’s In (YDI), the leader in urgent and immediate care on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, and TidalHealth, a 125-year-old health system based in Salisbury, Md., today announced a new collaboration with TidalHealth purchasing a 50 percent share of the Your Doc’s In franchise. Peninsula Health Ventures, an existing company of TidalHealth, is providing administrative oversight for the 50/50 partnership. “TidalHealth’s goal is to improve
On Saturday, March 11, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is hosting its annual Eagle Festival to celebrate the wonders of nature and the refuge’s 90th birthday! Since 1933, Blackwater has been conserving wildlife for all to enjoy, contributing to the remarkable recovery of the once-endangered bald eagle. Join us for this free, family-friendly event focused on birds of prey, with educational programs and exhibits featuring live birds, hands-on activities, and refuge
SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Alexandra Richards, MSN, PMHNP-BC, to TidalHealth Behavioral Health in Salisbury. Richards received her master’s degree in nursing and her post-master’s psychiatric mental health Nurse Practitioner certificate from Walden University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Delaware Technical and Community College in Georgetown, Del. Richards is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and she is certified in First Aid and
Cambridge, Maryland (February 10, 2023). The City of Cambridge, in partnership with Alpha Genesis CDC, invites interested members of the public to attend an inclusive listening session on February 16th from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Art Bar 2.0, 420B Race Street. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the Cambridge Arts & Entertainment District redesignation and its goals for the next several years. Every ten years, the Maryland State Arts Council reassesses the Arts & Entertainment District designation.
The Cancer Program at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) has welcomed Rashmi Benda, MD, as Medical Director of the Requard Radiation Oncology Center. In this role, Dr. Benda will work closely with John Mastandrea, MD, Chief of Radiation Oncology at UM SRH, to further develop the robust clinical program at the radiation therapy center with state-of-the-art technology, including brachytherapy and stereotactic radiation services. Dr. Benda also has joined the faculty of the Department of
Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), an award-winning architecture, engineering and surveying firm headquartered in Salisbury, Md., is celebrating 40 years in business. DBF has been providing professional consulting services across the Mid-Atlantic region to over 4,000 clients since its inception in 1983. To kick-off the firm’s celebrations, DBF announces that they have acquired Environmental Resources, Inc. (ERI), a Selbyville based environmental sciences firm. This is the firm’s second acquisition,
eNews & Events February 9, 2023 - February 23, 2023Click Here
The Dorchester County Council is pleased to announce that George L. Pfeffer, Jr., President, has been elected to the Board of Trustees of Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT). LGIT provides affordable joint self-insurance programs for towns, cities and counties in the State of Maryland. President Pfeffer is honored to be elected for this important role. He looks forward to serving the members of LGIT to ensure that the Trust is sound and financially strong. Please join us in congratulating Councilman
UWLES is partnering with PACE at SU and Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore to host a Non Profit Summit at Salisbury University on Friday, April 28th. This event offers informational sessions featuring presenters, break out sessions and more for our non profit community partners across the four lower shore counties. Please see below with link, and the link has more information for those interested. The Nonprofit Summit planning team put together a call for proposals to generate potential breakout
University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton has been recognized for the second time as High Performing in Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. From left are Angie Wicks, DNP, RNC-OB, Nurse Manager at The Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton; Jenny Bowie, Senior Vice President, Patient Care Services, and Chief Nursing Officer; Javier Cajina, MD, Medical Director for UM Shore Medical Group – Women’s Health and The
Main Street Gallery is pleased to present Delaware artist Jack Knight as guest artist for its March/April exhibit. Jack, who was born in Ontario Canada and currently resides in Long Neck, Delaware, will be showing his 3-D constructions alongside the work of the gallery’s 11 member artists in an exhibit titled “Ontario Series: Mixed Media Constructions”. Occupying a long wall in the gallery is Jack’s series of eight colorful works that he began in April of 2022. The artist calls these vertical wall hung
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has completed the demolition phase at the Cambridge Harbor development. Demolition began four months ago and included the removal of the old Dorchester General Hospital, adjacent Nurses Quarters, Governors Hall slab, associated parking lots, and other hardscapes. Two empty medical office buildings were added to the original scope allowing the entire developable acreage to be cleared. “This was truly a team effort that required all of our partners working
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 March 2023.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 sizable, unique collections and learn the interesting stories behind them. As they
eNews & Events February 2, 2023-February 16, 2023Click Here
University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Primary Care recently welcomed three new nurse practitioners. Kathryn Wilson, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C and Melissa Wood, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C joined the Easton practice. Ashley Schreppel, MSN, CRNP, FNP-B, FNP-BC joined the Denton practice. All three providers are natives to the Eastern Shore. Wilson earned her Associate of Science in Nursing from Chesapeake College in Wye Mills and her Master of Science – Family Nurse Practitioner from Walden University.
University of Maryland Shore Emergency Center at Cambridge has named Luke Whalen, MD, as medical director. Dr. Whalen has served UM Shore Regional Health as an emergency medicine physician since 2018. A cum laude graduate of St. Mary's College of Maryland in St, Mary's City, Md., Dr. Whalen earned his medical degree in 2014 from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, Va. and completed a four-year residency in emergency medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in 2018. Dr. Whalen's
Chamber Connection Newsletter February 2023Click Here for NewsletterClick Here for Inserts
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Samah Ramadan-Nassar, PA-C, to TidalHealth Gastroenterology in Ocean Pines, Md. Ramadan-Nassar earned her Physician Assistant degree from Townson University in 2014 and her master's degree in chemical and life sciences from the University of Maryland College Park in 2008. She has experience as a Physician Assistant in gastroenterology, hospitalist, urgent care and emergency department settings. Ramadan-Nassar is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
eNews & Events January 26, 2023 - February 9, 2023Click Here
One Mission Cambridge has been doing some great things in the community this past year and look forward to 2023! Click here to read their 2023 Newsletter.
The THRIVE Fitness Program designed to help kids normalize physical activity, healthy eating and emotional health was featured on Good Morning America. In the segment co-founders Dr. Casey Scott and Karah Bunde were able to share what their program is all about. Watch the segment on Good Morning America.
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has moved its day-to-day operations to the offices of the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) building at 306 High Street in Cambridge. “We are very excited to have a full-time downtown office,” says Matt Leonard, CWDI’s Executive Director. “That was one of the needs identified through CWDI’s recent Strategic Planning session.” CWDI’s mission has accelerated through 2022, and its operations are evolving to keep pace. CWDI determined that they needed
GMB is pleased to announce the promotion of Benjamin K. Hearn, P.E. to Associate of the firm. Hearn began interning with GMB in 2014 and joined our full-time staff upon his 2016 graduation from the University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Hearn was heavily involved as the Design Engineer on the Gills Neck Road Wastewater Flow Diversion project, which won the 2019 Engineering Excellence Grand Conceptor Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
Steve, Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, President/CEO of TidalHealth has announced Simona Eng, DO, FACOI, SFHM was recently appointed the Designated Institutional Official (DIO) and Chairperson of the Graduate Medical Education Committee at TidalHealth. In her role as DIO, Dr. Eng provides oversight and leadership to all graduate medical education (GME) programs at TidalHealth. She is instrumental in the health system’s forward progression of its robust GME programs and the development of future programs
South Dorchester Folk Museum Presents “Ghosts of the Eastern Shore” Presented by Andy Nunez Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. Located: Robbins Heritage Center, Dorchester County Historical Society 1003 Greenway Drive, Cambridge, MD (Maryland Avenue Extended) Andy Nunez has had articles and stories published in Lost Treasure, Western and Eastern Treasures, Grenadier, Chain of Command, Inside the Old House, and Tales from the Shadows. He also created the comic strip Skipjack Pete, which ran for
eNews & Events January 12, 2023 - January 26, 2023Click Here
The Dorchester County Council is delighted to announce that George L. (Lenny) Pfeffer, Jr., Council President, has been named Treasurer of the Maryland Association of Counties 2023 Board of Directors. Councilman Pfeffer, who is currently serving his second term on the Council, also serves as the County’s representative on the MACo Legislative Committee. We are also pleased to announce that Steve Nuwer, Airport Director, was elected as the Secretary for the Maryland Aviation Council. Mr. Nuwer, who is
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES) recently held their 19th Annual Holiday Ball at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort in Cambridge, MD, raising over $182,000 through sponsorships, a virtual auction and other event activities. 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 gourmet dinner along with specialty drinks, treats and late-night fare presented by the Hyatt. “Sharing the positive
Many businesses require drug screening for new and current employees. Cambridge DOT, LLC is now providing drug screening for Coast Guard, employment, Federal, non-CDL and CDL drivers. These tests include urine drug testing and oral alcohol testing. If you own a business, you can call Cambridge DOT, LLC to set your company up for random testing as well. We look forward to working with you! Cambridge DOT, LLC is conveniently located at 200 Maryland Avenue, Suite B in Cambridge, MD 21613 and can be
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2022 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Amanda Hottenstein, Maryland Primary Care - Care Transition Organization Amanda Hottenstein of Maryland Primary Care – Care Transition Organization is the TidalHealth Peninsula Regional 3rd Quarter 2022 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Amanda has undertaken some of the most complex and technical projects in
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Amanda Larsen, FNP, MSN, to TidalHealth Neurology in Salisbury, Md. Larsen received her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, from Walden University with a Sigma Theta Tau International honor. Larsen is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the American Academy of Neurology. She has extensive knowledge of spinal cord injuries, neurotrauma, complicated orthopedic injuries, septic shock, and soft tissue injuries. When she is not
eNews & Events January 5, 2023 - January 19, 2023Click Here
The first baby of 2023 arrived just after midnight, January 1, at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. The baby girl was born at 12:40 am to Lakeisha Alston and Durell E. Hyland Sr., both of Fruitland. Luvenia Lee Hyland was born weighing 7 pounds, 11.8 ounces, and was 21 inches long. She joins eight older siblings at home. Alston and her newborn were gifted a congratulatory basket from UM Shore Regional Health, which included baby
Baby Name: Charlie Nicole Bosley (female) Parents' Names: Shelbi and Brandon Bosley Sibling to: Parents' first baby Parents' Residence: Family wishes to keep this private Baby Birth Date and Time: January 1, 2023 at 3:23 pm Baby weight: 7 pounds Baby Length: 19.5 inches Gifts provided to the First Baby of the New Year are courtesy of the TidalHealth Junior Auxiliary Board. Since 1924, it has donated nearly $10 million to expansion projects, medical equipment, supplies and services at TidalHealth.
Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, President/CEO of TidalHealth, has announced the promotion of Mark Weisman, MD, MBA, to Vice President of Information Technology/CMIO & CIO Dr. Weisman, who joined TidalHealth in 2018 as its Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO), has also been servings as the health system’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Senior Director level since 2021. “This promotion reflects the importance of Information Technology (IT) at TidalHealth in ensuring the correct data,
Willow Construction, one of the largest commercial construction companies on Delmarva, has announced the kickoff to its year-long 50th anniversary celebration. Willow is planning events, charitable donations, and a social media series to look back on its history, all culminating in its 50th anniversary date on August 23rd. Willow Construction has become a fixture on the Eastern Shore, building high-profile projects throughout Delmarva. The company broke ground on its first project in 1973. At the time,
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eNews & Events December 29, 2022 - January 12, 2023Click Here
The Hummingbird Way is a new initiative forming a partnership between ALL4LOVE and Choptank Elementary School! Each Elementary Student enrolled is paired with an ALL4LOVE high school student! This program is aimed at reaching out to future ALL4LOVE students, all the while teaching our current students practical skills needed for future workforce development! For the first 45 minutes of the program, each high schooler works one-on-one, or in small groups with their elementary mentee on programs like
SALISBURY – TidalHealth will hold a free ICD Support Group from 9 to 10 am on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023, at the TidalHealth Adult Fitness building located at 800 S. Salisbury Blvd, Ste. D, Salisbury, MD 21801. The goal of this group is to allow people with implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) devices to become more knowledgeable and comfortable with having an ICD. Dr. John Zweig will discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder and treatments at the January meeting. The group is open to patients, family,
Choptank Community Health Center’s Fassett Magee Medical and Cambridge Dental Center recently welcomed Family Nurse Practitioner April Peresian, CRNP, FNP-C to the medical practice. Family Nurse Practitioner April Peresian specializes in the comprehensive assessment and treatment of pediatric and adult patients, with nearly a decade of working in local, rural communities. Peresian holds a master of science, family nurse practitioner degree from Wilmington University, and a bachelor of science in
On Friday January 6, 2023 at 1pm Cambridge Woman’s Club presents Terri Griffin, local recycling artist and entrepreneur. Terri creates one of a kind pieces using antique furniture, paint and decorative paper. The final product is an object both fanciful and functional. Instead of throwing away an old chair or table with a few blemishes, Terri repurposes so as to give a piece a second life that is classic yet fresh. Terri displays and sells her work at many local shops including the Dorchester Center for
Certified nurse midwife Gabrielle Gill, MSN, CNM, WHNP recently joined the University of Maryland Shore Medical Group – Women’s Health. Gill joins Javier Cajina, MD, Palak Doshi, MD, and Audrey Drummey, MD; nurse practitioners Jennifer Dyott, Dale Jafari and Angie Price; and certified nurse midwives Molly Bernish, Sunny Granger, Tristen Holloway and Lauren Rosales in the practice. Board certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board, Gill recently practiced at Chesapeake Health Care OBGYN in
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Choptank Community Health System has recently welcomed Family Nurse Practitioners Laura Bland, DNP, CRNP, FNP of Federalsburg, Md., and Dara Winfield, MSN, MPH, CRNP, FNP-BC of Preston, Md. to its Denton Health Center medical practice. Bland has nine years of nursing experience and holds a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Salisbury University. She became a Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse in 2017 through the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. Bland is a current member of the Alpha
8 members of the Cambridge Lions Club recently sorted and packed 1,354 pairs of glasses, ready to be shipped to people in need.
Dorchester County business owner and entrepreneur Danielle Johnson won $500 at the Project Opportunity Veteran Entrepreneur Business Pitch in Columbia, Maryland. Johnson is an Army veteran that owns and operates businesses with her husband Bernard Johnson in Cambridge. This is the 3rd Annual Project Opportunity Veteran Entrepreneur Business Pitch Competition and Celebration. A total of 10 businesses competed in one of two categories: Early stage and Growth Stage at the Maryland Innovation Center on
Blessings overflowed as Saints Peter & Paul Elementary School students shared their musical talents and performed for their extended school families at Saints Peter & Paul Church on Thursday evening, December 15, 2022. As students sang traditional carols and a couple of newer favorites, their angelic voices reminded each attendee of the true meaning of Christmas. Students also performed instrumental selections. The students truly enjoyed sharing their spirit with the packed house as they sang each hymn,
Fifty is the watchword for Main Street Gallery’s winter show. Picture 50 works for under $50. Then picture a select group of art by gallery artists discounted up to 50%. What you’ve got is “That 50’s Show”, a very special sales event you won’t want to miss. The show will open on Thursday, January 5 and run through Sunday, February 26. The nine member artists at Main Street Gallery will be bringing work out of their studios for this annual event and offering a select group of their paintings,
Congratulations to the following students who were inducted into the Dominican Chapter of the Saints Peter & Paul National Honor Society. The students met and exceeded the four guiding principles of Scholarship, Service, Character, and Leadership. Their intellectual abilities are apparent in the classroom, and their resumes spoke volumes of the depth and diversity of their participation, service, and leadership in and out of school. In addition to their other service activities, the National Honor Society
On Wednesday, December 14, 2022, Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) was awarded $1,000,000 through the Rural Maryland Economic Development Fund. The grant fund, which is overseen by the Maryland Department of Commerce and administered by the five rural regional councils, was announced by Governor Hogan earlier this year to boost economic development activity, stimulate private sector investment, and create jobs in the state’s rural regions. When announcing the grant awards, Maryland
eNews & Events December 15, 2022 - December 29, 2022Click Here
Attention Veterans! Veterans Stand Down 50 is coming to the Eastern Shore of Maryland in April 2023! This event will be coming to the Eastern Shore of Maryland for three days from 10:00 a.m. (1000hrs) to 02:00 p.m. (1400hrs) all days. The dates and locations are: April 28, 2023 at the American Legion Post 91, 98 Sunburst Highway, Cambridge, MD 21613 April 29, 2023 at the St. James AME Zion Church,521 Mack Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21801 April 30, 2023 at the Veterans Memorial Park, Race track Road, Ocean
The University of Maryland Memorial Hospital Foundation (UM MHF) recently hosted its annual donor appreciation reception at Talbot Country Club. Donors and friends who supported 2022 fundraising campaigns and events benefiting UM Shore Medical Center at Easton and its ancillary health care programs, services and scholarships gathered to celebrate. The program was led by Charles T. Capute, board member for UM Shore Regional Health and chair of the UM MHF board. Capute introduced fellow UM SRH board
Jo-Ayne Kerry-Turner, MSN, FNP, has joined the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s Clark Comprehensive Breast Center team after more than 15 years as a provider with Chesapeake Healthcare in Salisbury, Md. Prior to her position with Chesapeake Healthcare, Kerry-Turner served as an emergency department nurse for both UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester (2003- 2006) and Peninsula Regional Medical Center/Tidal Health (2002- 2003). Early in her career, she worked in oncology and medical-surgical
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Scott Kaufman, DO, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Md. He specializes in electrophysiology, which is used to diagnose and treat heart conditions that affect the electrical activity of the heart muscle. Dr. Kaufman received his medical degree from the University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City, Mo., and completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry School of Medicine in Stratford, N.J.
Robert Hurley has been promoted to Director of Support Services at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health. He has served as UM SRH’s facilities operations manager since 2005. Hurley has been employed with UM Shore Regional Health since 1982, serving in several capacities, including as a stationary engineer with UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester and later as facilities manager and plant operations manager for the hospital. “Robert is a valued employee of more than 40 years with Shore Regional
The American Legion Post 91, S.A.L., and Auxiliary members held a free Thanksgiving Dinner, Wednesday, November 23 for their Veterans and members. This was very well attended at the Sunburst Highway Post, plus dinners were delivered to some of our home-bound veterans. After everyone was served their meals, the Legion provided the Local EMS, Dorchester Sheriff, 911 Dispatch, Cambridge City Police, and Maryland State Police with hot meals as well. This dinner is made possible by a very generous gift from a
JA Inspireis a hands-on, interactive two-day event that partners eighth-grade students with local business representatives from the seven counties in our coverage area – Talbot, Caroline, Dorchester, Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset and Accomack. The event allows students a chance to see the opportunities that await in their own backyard. JA Inspire offers hands-on, interactive activities designed to make an impact with students. Rather than handing out vague brochures, our event allows students to
eNews & Events - December 8, 2022 - December 22, 2022Click Here
Loretta McWilliams, RN at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute’s Infusion Center, has been selected as the November recipient of the Daisy Award for her care and compassion shown recently to a frightened and concerned patient. The woman, 79, who was in perfect health prior to a recent heart attack, wrote in her nomination that her world had been turned upside down; she became extremely anemic, short of breath and was very concerned about her health and prognosis. After a
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EASTON, Md. (November 30, 2022) – The University of Maryland Memorial Hospital Foundation’s 2022 annual appeal will benefit the Clark Comprehensive Breast Center at UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH). Donations to the appeal, which is now in progress, will help support Breast Center services and the purchase of state-of-the art imaging software that enables providers to gather the most precise 3D images of breast tissue. “Better imaging promotes earlier diagnosis and treatment that helps save lives,”
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