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                        TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings lifesaving breast cancer screenings to communities across Delm
                        Thursday, July 09, 2026
                        TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings lifesaving breast cancer screenings to communities across Delm

                        TidalHealth announced the public launch of TidalHealth Mobile Mammography, a new mobile breast imaging service that will travel throughout Delmarva, bringing lifesaving 3D mammograms directly into neighborhoods, workplaces and community gathering places. TidalHealth Mobile Mammography represents a new model for delivering preventive healthcare — bringing high-quality breast cancer screening, patient navigation and community partnerships directly into neighborhoods across Delmarva. Delmarva is fortunate

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                        TidalHealth Nanticoke and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional recognized for commitment to excellence in rural heart attack care
                        Wednesday, July 08, 2026
                        TidalHealth Nanticoke and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional recognized for commitment to excellence in rural heart attack care

                        TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Coronary Artery Disease Rural Recognition Silver recognition for its commitment to providing rapid, research-based care for people experiencing a specific type of heart attack known as an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), considered more severe and life-threatening than other types of heart attacks. In addition, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, in Salisbury, Maryland, has received

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                        New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
                        Monday, July 06, 2026
                        New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth

                        TidalHealth is pleased to welcome four new practitioners to the health system.Kimberly Young-Conner, ARNP  Kimberly Young-Conner, ARNP provides pediatric care at TidalHealth Pediatrics in Berlin, Maryland. Young-Conner received her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she also earned her Master of Science in nursing.   She has more than two decades of clinical experience as a certified pediatric nurse practitioner in the primary care setting. She is a

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                        Gateway Subaru and Blood Cancer United support TidalHealth cancer patients
                        Wednesday, July 01, 2026
                        Gateway Subaru and Blood Cancer United support TidalHealth cancer patients

                        A simple act of comfort is bringing warmth and encouragement to local cancer patients, thanks to a continued partnership between Blood Cancer United and Subaru retailers nationwide. As part of the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative, Gateway Subaru of Delmar again partnered with the Blood Cancer United Mid-Atlantic Region to deliver cozy blankets and heartfelt messages of hope to TidalHealth cancer patients to keep them warm and lift their spirits during infusion treatments. TidalHealth oncology patients

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                        TidalHealth community health events for July 2026
                        Wednesday, June 24, 2026
                        TidalHealth community health events for July 2026

                        Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for July 2026: Systemwide events Advance care planning webinar: July 14•Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar.•Join: Use this link to join the webinar. Virtual grief support group: July 14•Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30 to 7:30 pm, via virtual meeting.•Join: Use this link to join the meeting.•Learn more: 410-629-6848 or

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                        TidalHealth hosting Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program interviews June 16
                        Friday, June 12, 2026
                        TidalHealth hosting Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program interviews June 16

                        TidalHealth is proud to announce its participation as an official partner in the Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program, a statewide initiative designed to provide meaningful service opportunities for young adults while strengthening workforce pipelines across Maryland. Beginning June 1, 2026, the application window will open for eligible participants. This program offers individuals ages 18 to 24 the opportunity to engage in a nine-month, paid service experience. Participants will gain critical

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                        Salisbury- New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
                        Tuesday, June 09, 2026
                        Salisbury- New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome four new practitioners to the health system.Lorren Donmoyer, MD  Lorren Donmoyer, MD provides expert care at TidalHealth Primary Care in Ocean View, Delaware. Dr. Donmoyer earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He completed his residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Donmoyer is a board-certified physician who has cared for patients locally on the Eastern Shore

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                        TidalHealth ALS Clinic recertified as Recognized Treatment Center
                        Friday, June 05, 2026
                        TidalHealth ALS Clinic recertified as Recognized Treatment Center

                        The ALS Association has recertified the ALS Clinic at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional as a Recognized Treatment Center®, a distinction that recognizes TidalHealth’s ability to provide coordinated multidisciplinary care for individuals diagnosed with the progressive neurological disease commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. To achieve recognition as a Recognized Treatment Center®, the clinic at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional must meet and maintain a set of established standards. These include a

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                        TidalHealth community health events for June 2026
                        Tuesday, May 26, 2026
                        TidalHealth community health events for June 2026

                          Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for June 2026:  Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning webinar: June 9 Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar.Use this link to join the webinar.Virtual grief support group: June 9 Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting.Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848 or lora.pangratz@tidalhealth.org  TidalHealth

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                        TidalHealth Atlantic earns Pathway to Excellence designation
                        Friday, May 15, 2026
                        TidalHealth Atlantic earns Pathway to Excellence designation

                        TidalHealth Atlantic has earned the distinguished Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a national honor that recognizes healthcare organizations for creating a healthy, empowering work environment where nurses thrive. This designation is a global credential that highlights TidalHealth Atlantic’s commitment to fostering a positive practice environment by engaging nurses at every level, encouraging shared decision-making and providing the resources

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                        TidalHealth Celebrates National Volunteer Week
                        Friday, May 15, 2026
                        TidalHealth Celebrates National Volunteer Week

                        As part of National Volunteer Week, TidalHealth held a Volunteer Appreciation Celebration on April 20 at 1945 Steak & Seafood in Ocean City to recognize nearly 500 volunteers who support the health system’s three hospitals and ancillary services. Steven Leonard, president and CEO of TidalHealth; Penny Short, senior vice president and president of TidalHealth Nanticoke; and Don Owrey, senior vice president and president of TidalHealth Atlantic, joined members of the hospital boards, the TidalHealth

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                        TidalHealth Atlantic earns an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog
                        Thursday, May 07, 2026
                        TidalHealth Atlantic earns an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog

                        TidalHealth Atlantic earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This is the third consecutive reporting period in which the Berlin hospital received an “A” grade. “Patient safety is built through consistency and teamwork, supported by a culture that fosters learning and a relentless commitment to getting better each day,” said Don Owrey, MBA, FACHE, president of TidalHealth Atlantic. “Achieving an ‘A’ rating multiple

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                        Welcome new primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
                        Tuesday, May 05, 2026
                        Welcome new primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome seven new practitioners to the health system. Mindy Lane, DO, FACOS, FASMBS, ACC  Mindy Lane, DO FACOS, FASMBS, ACC is a da Vinci-certified surgeon who provides care at TidalHealth General Surgery in Salisbury and TidalHealth Endoscopy Center in Ocean Pines, Maryland. Dr. Lane received her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her surgical internship at Ingham Regional Medical Center in

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                        New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
                        Monday, April 27, 2026
                        New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome eight new practitioners to the health system. Jeffrey Cope, MD provides care at TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Cope received his medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He later completed his residency in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Cope is

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                        TidalHealth community health events for May 2026
                        Monday, April 27, 2026
                        TidalHealth community health events for May 2026

                        Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for May 2026:  Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: May 12 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting.Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: May 12 Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting.Use this link to join the meeting.  Learn more: 410-629-6848 or lora.pangratz@tidalhealth.org  Diabetes

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                        Luzano named TidalHealth’s April 2026 Marc McDonald Awardee
                        Friday, April 24, 2026
                        Luzano named TidalHealth’s April 2026 Marc McDonald Awardee

                        TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Genevieve Luzano, physical therapist at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware, is the April 2026 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. Luzano was recognized by a TidalHealth team member for her professionalism, compassion and commitment to the healing and well-being of TidalHealth’s patients:“Genevieve truly embodies the spirit and dedication that the Marc McDonald Service Award was created to recognize. She is compassionate and deeply committed to her

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                        TidalHealth hospitals mark Donate Life Month with flag-raisings to honor donors
                        Monday, April 20, 2026
                        TidalHealth hospitals mark Donate Life Month with flag-raisings to honor donors

                        TidalHealth proudly raised Donate Life flags at each of its three hospitals this month to honor organ and tissue donors and their families during National Donate Life Month.  Held in partnership with organ procurement organizations Infinite Legacy and the Gift of Life Donor Program, the tradition pays tribute to the lives saved and the hope made possible through donation. In 2025, organ donors across the TidalHealth system made a lifesaving impact. At TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, 10 organ donors

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                        TidalHealth promotes Dr. Wen Cao to Associate Vice President
                        Friday, April 17, 2026
                        TidalHealth promotes Dr. Wen Cao to Associate Vice President

                        TidalHealth is proud to announce the promotion of Wen Cao, Ph.D., MBA(c), MS, LSSBB, FACHE, to Associate Vice President of Performance Improvement and Enterprise Transformation, effective April 20. This promotion reflects the health system’s commitment to improvement performance, organizational excellence and the need for continued transformation to better support the region during a time of significant change in healthcare.  Dr. Cao joined TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in 2015 as a performance

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                        Chad Sutton, RT(R)(ARRT), honored with Golden Apple Award
                        Monday, April 06, 2026
                        Chad Sutton, RT(R)(ARRT), honored with Golden Apple Award

                        Wor-Wic Community College’s Radiologic Technology Class of 2026 presented its Golden Apple Award to Chad Sutton, RT(R)(ARRT), center, holding flowers.  Wor-Wic Community College’s Radiologic Technology Class of 2026 presented its Golden Apple Award to Chad Sutton, RT(R)(ARRT), a radiologic technologist at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Wor-Wic's Radiologic Technology students present the Golden Apple Award annually to a TidalHealth staff technologist who was highly influential to their growth and

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                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional to hold Donate Life Month flag-raising ceremony on April 17
                        Thursday, April 02, 2026
                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional to hold Donate Life Month flag-raising ceremony on April 17

                        Throughout April, in recognition of National Donate Life Month, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, in partnership with Infinite Legacy — Maryland’s organ procurement organization — will fly the Donate Life flag to honor past, present, and future organ, eye, and tissue donors, including donors in spirit. We invite you to join us and provide coverage of our annual Donate Life Month flag-raising ceremony. What: TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Donate Life Month flag-raising ceremonyWhere: Guerrieri Heart &

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                        TidalHealth, AARP and the Town of Ocean City hosting HealthFest on April 15
                        Wednesday, April 01, 2026
                        TidalHealth, AARP and the Town of Ocean City hosting HealthFest on April 15

                        TidalHealth is proud to partner with AARP and the Town of Ocean City to host HealthFest on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 9 am to 12 pm at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842. HealthFest proudly builds on the legacy of the Ocean City Community Health Fair, a long-standing community tradition originally established and led by TidalHealth Atlantic for more than 30 years. While the name and location have evolved, the heart of the event remains the same:

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                        Spine Surgery services at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional earn BDC+ recognition
                        Friday, March 27, 2026
                        Spine Surgery services at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional earn BDC+ recognition

                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has had its Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Distinction Center + (BDC+) designation extended for Spine Surgery, recognizing its dedication to treating individuals living with back pain.                               “TidalHealth is proud to have our Salisbury hospital recognized for meeting the rigorous selection criteria set by the BCBS Centers of Excellence program,” said TidalHealth President/CEO Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE. “We provide our patients with exceptional

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                        Bailey named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s March 2026 DAISY Awardee
                        Friday, March 27, 2026
                        Bailey named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s March 2026 DAISY Awardee

                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Alexandria (Alex) Bailey, RN, of 3 West, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for March 2026.Bailey was nominated by a patient for her dedication and compassionate, patient-centered care:“Our family came to the hospital in May because my dad, who has stage 3 NSCLC, was experiencing weakness and had stopped eating. His condition is complicated by dementia and hearing loss, which can make communication very difficult. The night before we

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                        Fisher named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s March 2026 Sunshine Awardee
                        Friday, March 27, 2026
                        Fisher named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s March 2026 Sunshine Awardee

                        Myesha Fisher, CNA, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Myesha Fisher, CNA of 3 West, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for March 2026. Fisher was nominated by a patient for her compassion, empathy, dedication, and generosity:"During my hospital stay, I experienced a very difficult and unexpected situation.  Myesha came in right away and helped me get cleaned up, made sure I was comfortable, and

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                        Fisher named TidalHealth’s Laboratory Outreach Services 2025 Monarch of the Year Awardee
                        Thursday, March 26, 2026
                        Fisher named TidalHealth’s Laboratory Outreach Services 2025 Monarch of the Year Awardee

                        Jacquelyn Fisher is the recipient of TidalHealth Nanticoke’s Monarch of the Year Award. SALISBURY — TidalHealth's Laboratory Outreach Services team is pleased to announce is pleased to announce that Jacquelyn Fisher is the recipient of its Monarch of the Year Award. She is a shining example of what it means to embody TidalHealth’s mission and values, making her an outstanding nominee for Monarch of the Year. Throughout her career, Jacquelyn has built a reputation as a trusted, empathetic, and

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                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional launches new visitor management system
                        Monday, March 23, 2026
                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional launches new visitor management system

                        As part of TidalHealth’s ongoing commitment to patient and campus safety, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional will implement a new visitor management system effective March 23, 2026. Under the system, all visitors entering through the Frank B. Hanna Main Entrance or the Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute entrance must check in at the welcome desk and obtain a visitor badge, which must be displayed at all times. The system adds an extra layer of protection for patients, visitors and team members by ensuring

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                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 4th Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter
                        Monday, March 23, 2026
                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 4th Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter

                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 4th Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Linda Bunting, Purchasing Linda Bunting is a buyer in TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's purchasing department. Bunting began her TidalHealth career in the emergency department at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, where she worked for nine years before transitioning to the purchasing department, where she has served as a buyer for the past 5 1/2 years. During

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                        TidalHealth community health events for April 2026
                        Monday, March 23, 2026
                        TidalHealth community health events for April 2026

                        TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for April 2026:Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: April 14 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: April 14 Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848 or bobbi.mcdonald@tidalhealth.org.Diabetes self-management class: April 15, 22, 29 & May

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                        TidalHealth Alice B. Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation to host egg hunt March 28
                        Friday, March 13, 2026
                        TidalHealth Alice B. Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation to host egg hunt March 28

                        CRISFIELD – TidalHealth Alice B. Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation will welcome families and community members for a festive egg hunt on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at its campus located at 201 Hall Highway, Crisfield, MD 21817. Registration will open at 10 am, and the egg hunt will begin promptly at 11 am. Following the hunt, guests are invited to enjoy complimentary hot dogs, chips and drinks. The event is open to the public, and children of all ages are encouraged to attend and join in the fun. For more

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                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West team honored by Guardian Angel program
                        Friday, March 13, 2026
                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West team honored by Guardian Angel program

                        Hillary Mozeik, Executive Assistant and Donor Relations Coordinator, TidalHealth Foundation; Dr. Qamar Iqbal; Kim Nechay; and Dr. Juwairiya Shuroog. At the heart of the TidalHealth Foundation’s mission is the Guardian Angel program — a meaningful way for patients and families to honor caregivers who made a profound difference in their medical journey through compassion, expertise and humanity. Through this program, a grateful family recently recognized members of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West

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                        Atlantic General Hospital and TidalHealth announce rebrand to TidalHealth Atlantic
                        Wednesday, March 04, 2026
                        Atlantic General Hospital and TidalHealth announce rebrand to TidalHealth Atlantic

                        BERLIN, Md. – After joining the TidalHealth system last year, Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Maryland, now has a new name: TidalHealth Atlantic.   All the campuses, physician offices and diagnostic locations that were part of the Atlantic General Health System have also transitioned to naming that reflects the TidalHealth brand. The rebranding reflects the health system’s integration into the Salisbury, Maryland-based TidalHealth system and reinforces a shared commitment to delivering

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                        TidalHealth community health events for March 2026
                        Monday, February 23, 2026
                        TidalHealth community health events for March 2026

                        TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for March 2026:Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: March 10 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: March 10 Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848 or lora.pangratz@tidalhealth.org.Diabetes self-management class Weekly on Wednesdays, 6-8 pm via virtual meeting.

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                        TidalHealth Breaks Ground on New Employee Childcare Center in Seaford
                        Wednesday, February 18, 2026
                        TidalHealth Breaks Ground on New Employee Childcare Center in Seaford

                        TidalHealth broke ground on Feb. 17 in Seaford, DE for the first of four new TidalHealth Kids childcare centers being constructed for team members. Additional centers are planned for Millsboro, DE and Salisbury and Berlin, MD. Joining childcare kids and their moms, middle photo, in the groundbreaking were, from the left, Demi Gilmore, TidalHealth Vice President of People; Carissa Messick, KinderCare Senior Partnership Manager; Steve Tracy, President, TidalHealth Ventures and Penny Short, TidalHealth

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                        Atlantic General Hospital to hold caregiver support group on March 2
                        Monday, February 16, 2026
                        Atlantic General Hospital to hold caregiver support group on March 2

                        Atlantic General Hospital will hold a caregiver support group from 3 to 4 pm on Monday, March 2, at the John H. 'Jack' Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD 21811. This support group is free and open to caregivers who share the challenges and rewards of caring for adults with serious illnesses. It offers a space for members to discuss their feelings, concerns and experiences related to the caregiving role. Discussion topics vary according to the group's needs. For more

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                        Temporary traffic and parking changes to be implemented at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional
                        Monday, February 16, 2026
                        Temporary traffic and parking changes to be implemented at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional

                        Patients and visitors should expect temporary traffic and pedestrian patterns at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional starting Feb. 23 as the health system constructs a new observation unit adjacent to its Robert T. Adkins, M.D. Emergency/Trauma Center. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is implementing temporary parking and traffic changes starting Monday, Feb. 23, in support of the construction of a new observation unit adjacent to the Robert T. Adkins, M.D. Emergency/Trauma Center (ED).  As construction

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                        American Legion Post 166 supports AGH forensic nurses
                        Tuesday, February 10, 2026
                        American Legion Post 166 supports AGH forensic nurses

                        The TidalHealth Foundation, supporting Atlantic General Hospital, recently accepted a donation in support of the hospital’s forensic nursing team from American Legion Post 166. In the photo, from the left, are, Juliana Jaeger, RN; Stacy Fisher, RN;  Ryan Kirby, Atlantic Council; David Carey, Post 166 Commander; Toni Keiser, Director, TidalHealth Community Relations and Engagement; Winnie Karis, RN; Ben Dawson, Post 166 Donation Committee and Jessica Hales, Vice President/Chief Philanthropy Officer,

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                        Masking requirements lifted at TidalHealth
                        Tuesday, February 10, 2026
                        Masking requirements lifted at TidalHealth

                        SALISBURY, MARYLAND - TidalHealth announced today that it is lifting masking requirements at its hospitals and patient-care facilities following a steady and sustained decline in cases of Influenza A (Flu A), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and COVID-19 since Christmas.  Hospital leaders say the decision was made after closely monitoring respiratory virus trends within TidalHealth facilities and across the region, which have shown consistent improvement over recent weeks. “We’ve seen a very encouraging

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                        AGH Auxiliary Thrift Shop hosting 20th Anniversary Celebration on Feb. 20
                        Monday, February 09, 2026
                        AGH Auxiliary Thrift Shop hosting 20th Anniversary Celebration on Feb. 20

                        The Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Board of Directors invites the community to join in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop on Friday, Feb. 20. Festivities begin when the Thrift Shop opens at 10 am, followed by a special anniversary commemoration at 11 am that will recognize the Auxiliary’s volunteers and supporters who have contributed to the shop’s continued success. In honor of this milestone, shoppers will enjoy a 20% discount throughout the

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                        Gross named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s January 2026 Sunshine Awardee
                        Monday, February 09, 2026
                        Gross named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s January 2026 Sunshine Awardee

                        Samantha “Sam” Gross, CNA, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Samantha “Sam” Gross, CNA, of 3 East, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for January 2026. Gross was nominated by a coworker for her compassion, empathy, dedication and generosity:“Sam is such an incredible member of this team, always going above and beyond for her patients. One specific encounter really stood out to me, and I believe

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                        Atlantic General Hospital earns certification from The Joint Commission
                        Wednesday, February 04, 2026
                        Atlantic General Hospital earns certification from The Joint Commission

                        Atlantic General Hospital earns certification in knee, hip and shoulder replacements from The Joint Commission  BERLIN, Md. – Atlantic General Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for hip, knee and shoulder replacement by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.   Atlantic General Hospital underwent a rigorous review,

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                        McBride joins TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury
                        Wednesday, February 04, 2026
                        McBride joins TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury

                        SALISBURY – Julianne McBride, FNP-C, ACNP, cares for electrophysiology patients at TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Maryland. McBride received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Salisbury University and her master’s degree in nursing from Wilmington University. She then went on to earn a post-master's acute care nurse practitioner certificate from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. She is a certified family and acute care nurse practitioner. McBride is a member of the American Association of

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                        Lynch named Atlantic General Hospital’s January 2026 DAISY Awardee
                        Wednesday, February 04, 2026
                        Lynch named Atlantic General Hospital’s January 2026 DAISY Awardee

                        Atlantic General Hospital is pleased to announce that Payton Lynch, RN, of the Atlantic General Wound Care Center, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for January 2026. Lynch was nominated by a co-worker for her positivity, passion, and patient-centered care:  “Payton Lynch is one of the best nurses I have had the honor to work with in my nursing career, and even better, I get to be her clinical coordinator. Managing someone with her motivation and passion in patient care makes my job easy.

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                        Dr. Casto joins TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury
                        Thursday, January 29, 2026
                        Dr. Casto joins TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Catherine Casto, MD, to TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Casto, an Eastern Shore native from Snow Hill, earned her bachelor’s degree in cell and molecular biology from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and her medical degree from East Carolina University School of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina. She completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Casto is board certified by

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                        TidalHealth to hold advance care planning webinar on Feb. 3
                        Monday, January 26, 2026
                        TidalHealth to hold advance care planning webinar on Feb. 3

                        TidalHealth will hold a free advance care planning webinar at 1 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. What care would you want if you had an unexpected illness? Who would you want to make decisions for your care? Have you talked about your wishes with your loved ones if you are unable to speak for yourself? Learn about advance care planning, which can help you answer these questions. Advance care planning refers to making decisions about your healthcare in the future, if, due to injury or illness, you cannot

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                        TidalHealth to host Interactive Career Day for local students
                        Monday, January 26, 2026
                        TidalHealth to host Interactive Career Day for local students

                        The TidalHealth Richard A. Henson Research Institute will sponsor an educational event for ninth through 12th grade students from Salisbury Christian School. The event will provide an immersive experience designed to expand students’ understanding of careers in healthcare. Healthcare today is more than medicine and nursing — it’s a dynamic field with a wide range of exciting, impactful professions that many teens and their parents may not know about. From public health and medical laboratory science to

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                        TidalHealth to hold diabetes support group on Feb. 9
                        Monday, January 26, 2026
                        TidalHealth to hold diabetes support group on Feb. 9

                        TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a diabetes support group from 6 to 7 pm on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, at MAC Inc., Area Agency on Aging, located at 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD 21804.   Join us for this month's meeting with guest speaker Lindsey A. Nelson, MD, of TidalHealth Anesthesiology.   This support group is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 410-543-7061.

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                        Green named Senior Director of Operations for TidalHealth Primary & Specialty Care
                        Friday, January 23, 2026
                        Green named Senior Director of Operations for TidalHealth Primary & Specialty Care

                        TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Suzanne Green, ACMPE, has been appointed Senior Director of Operations for TidalHealth Primary & Specialty Care. In this role, Green will collaborate with service line senior directors and medical office leaders to enhance workflows, develop policies and procedures, and monitor clinical performance and team member satisfaction. Green brings extensive experience in practice management, working closely with administrative and clinical teams to improve processes that

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                        Dr. Lehman joins Atlantic General Pediatrics in Berlin
                        Wednesday, January 21, 2026
                        Dr. Lehman joins Atlantic General Pediatrics in Berlin

                        TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Harry Lehman, III, MD, to Atlantic General Pediatrics at the Gudelsky Family Medical Center in Berlin, Maryland. He is passionate about preventative care for the children he sees and enjoys teaching parents who entrust him with their children. After graduating with his medical degree from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Dr. Lehman continued at Hahnemann to complete his pediatric residency. He is board certified in pediatrics by the American Board of

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                        TidalHealth partners with Pulse Radiology Institute to expand imaging education
                        Thursday, January 15, 2026
                        TidalHealth partners with Pulse Radiology Institute to expand imaging education

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth has partnered with Pulse Radiology Institute to expand ARRT-accredited education and training for imaging professionals, strengthening the health system’s diagnostic imaging workforce across Delmarva. Through TidalHealth’s upskilling program, team members can complete accredited training in CT, MRI, and mammography and earn more than 25 Category A continuing education credits recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). TidalHealth will also host clinical

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                        Dr. Khalid named Medical Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
                        Tuesday, January 13, 2026
                        Dr. Khalid named Medical Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services

                         SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Ovais Khalid, MD, has been appointed Medical Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services. Dr. Khalid is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 15 years of experience in mental health care. He completed his psychiatry residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 2013 and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). He was named a Fellow of the American Psychiatric

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                        TidalHealth invites community to Walk with a Doc on Feb. 7
                        Tuesday, January 13, 2026
                        TidalHealth invites community to Walk with a Doc on Feb. 7

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth has partnered with the nonprofit organization Walk with a Doc to host a free walk at the Salisbury Riverwalk from 10 to 11 am on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. Participants will meet at Unity Square, 100 Circle Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801.  This month’s guest speaker will be Dr. Sumit Khurana of TidalHealth’s Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program, who will share key information on cardiovascular health in recognition of American Heart Month. Following a brief educational session with

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                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional celebrates 700th WATCHMAN™ procedure
                        Monday, January 12, 2026
                        TidalHealth Peninsula Regional celebrates 700th WATCHMAN™ procedure

                        SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute Cardiac Catheterization/EP Labs and 2 East clinical unit celebrated Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, after successfully performing their 700th WATCHMAN™ procedure. The WATCHMAN™ is a minimally invasive procedure designed to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners. By implanting a small device that closes off the left atrial appendage (LAA) — the source of many stroke-causing blood

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                        TidalHealth Foundation Launches Brooke’s Toy Closet at Atlantic General Hospital
                        Wednesday, August 27, 2025
                        TidalHealth Foundation Launches Brooke’s Toy Closet at Atlantic General Hospital

                        TidalHealth cut the ribbon to open a new Brooke’s Toy Closet at Atlantic General Hospital on August 25. On the line were, from the left, Hillary Mozeik, Executive Assistant/Donor Relations Coordinator, Jackie Shockley, AGH Thrift Shop Co-Manager, Toni Keiser, AGH Vice President of Public Relations, Don Owrey, AGH President and CEO, Charleen Kuhblank, AGH Auxiliary President and Thrift Shop Co-Manager, Laurie Ondo, President, Brooke Mulford Foundation, Amy Mulford, Brooke’s Mother and Founder, Brooke

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                        Dr. Walker joins TidalHealth Postdoctoral Clinical Psychology Consortium
                        Friday, April 11, 2025
                        Dr. Walker joins TidalHealth Postdoctoral Clinical Psychology Consortium

                        SALISBURY, MD. – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome McKenzie Walker, Psy.D., a clinical psychologist who cares for patients as part of the TidalHealth Postdoctoral Clinical Psychology Consortium. Dr. Walker earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from Millersville University of Pennsylvania, where she also completed a master's degree in clinical psychology. She later pursued an additional master's degree in clinical psychology, followed by a Doctorate of Psychology, at the Philadelphia College of

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