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Thursday, November 05, 2026TidalHealth is pleased to welcome five new specialists to the health system.
Heyue Du, MD, PhD, cares for patients with a focus on preventative care and chronic disease management at TidalHealth Primary Care in Ocean View, Delaware. Dr. Du helps patients prevent illness and manage conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol to achieve long-term health goals. She has a clinical interest in cardiovascular risk reduction and preventative medicine. She specializes in internal medicine and is committed to listening with compassion and helping patients feel
Thursday, November 05, 2026TidalHealth Mobile Mammography screenings for November 2026
SOMERSET, SUSSEX, WICOMICO and WORCESTER counties — TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings 3D breast cancer screenings directly to communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, helping reduce barriers to care and improve access to early detection close to home. The program will offer the following screening events in November 2026: Nov. 4: 10 am to 2:30 pm at Mystic Harbour, 12492 Eagles Nest Road, Berlin, MD 21811.Nov. 5: 10 am to 2 pm at the Crisfield Elks Lodge #1044, 4410 Crisfield Highway, Crisfield,
Wednesday, November 04, 2026TidalHealth community health events for November 2026
Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico & Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for November 2026: Systemwide events Advance care planning webinar: Nov. 10 · Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar. · Details: Advance care planning refers to making decisions about your healthcare in the future, if, due to injury or illness, you cannot express these wishes yourself. It is important for adults of all ages to plan for future medical needs now because
Wednesday, November 04, 2026TidalHealth offers free flu shots for veterans and their families
In recognition of Veterans Day and in gratitude for the sacrifices made by those who have served our nation, TidalHealth is proud to offer free flu vaccinations to Delmarva veterans and their families. Protecting against seasonal influenza is especially important as communities enter the peak of flu season. Free flu vaccinations will be available on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the following locations: · 10 am to noon at the American Legion Wicomico Post 64, 1109 American Legion Road, Salisbury,
Wednesday, October 28, 2026TidalHealth among America’s top performers in 2027 Healthgrades Star Report
SALISBURY & BERLIN – The Healthgrades 2027 Star Report of hospital achievements shows TidalHealth is again rated among the nation’s best health systems in several clinical services. TidalHealth announced today that it has earned numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use to find a doctor or hospital. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is again One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery. This is the thirteenth consecutive year earning that recognition
Thursday, October 22, 2026TidalHealth is Pleased to Welcome Five New Specialists to the Health System
New Specialists Join TidalHealth:Patrick Donaghue, MD, provides surgical and nonsurgical care to patients with foot and ankle conditions, including sports injuries, arthritis, deformity correction, and fracture care at TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute. As the area's only fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon, Donaghue brings subspecialty expertise typically found at major academic centers to the local community, including total ankle replacement and minimally invasive techniques.
Monday, October 12, 2026TidalHealth Peninsula Regional awarded Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification from The Joint Commission
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has received The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification after demonstrating continuous compliance with performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality patient care. The certification, offered in collaboration with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, covers the entire continuum of care — from pre-surgical
Monday, October 12, 2026Longtime nursing executive Karen Poisker honored with DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award
After more than four decades at what is now TidalHealth and continued service on the health system’s board, Karen Poisker, MSN, MBA, has been honored with the DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award. Poisker held numerous positions in nursing at then-Peninsula Regional Medical Center before it became part of TidalHealth, starting as a bedside nurse after graduating from the Peninsula General Hospital School of Nursing in 1975. She advanced into many roles, becoming vice president for patient care services/chief
Monday, October 12, 2026Lung cancer screenings offered Saturday, Nov. 14
High-risk current or former cigarette smokers can get screened for lung cancer on National Lung Cancer Screening Day — Saturday, Nov. 14 — in Salisbury, Berlin and Seaford. These Saturday sessions are being added to assist people who might not be able to attend regular weekday screenings but are not free of charge. Most insurances are accepted, and eligibility requirements will be shared prior to signing up. Those without health insurance coverage are still encouraged to call and speak with a TidalHealth
Thursday, October 01, 2026TidalHealth announces 2025 Team Members of the Year
SALISBURY, Md., and SEAFORD, Del. — TidalHealth is pleased to announce the following four Team Members of the Year. The 2025 award year covers three quarters of 2025 and the first of 2026: TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 2025 Clinical Team Member of the Year Brittany Bell of the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 2025 Clinical Team Member of the Year. Bell, a unit secretary, provides a bright smile on a busy shift, is always ready to offer a kind word of encouragement, and asks team members
Wednesday, September 30, 20262026 New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome five new primary care and specialty practitioners to the health system. Maria Henriquez, MD, provides care at TidalHealth Primary Care in Seaford, Delaware. A member of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), Henriquez brings extensive clinical, leadership, volunteer, quality improvement, and research experience to her practice. She is committed to providing evidence-based care while building meaningful relationships with her patients and their
Wednesday, September 30, 2026TidalHealth to hold Infant Loss Memorial Walk Oct. 15 in Salisbury
SALISBURY – October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, remember babies lost during pregnancy or infancy, and to support families who’ve experienced loss and let them know they are not alone. In observance of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day on Oct. 15, TidalHealth’s Special Treasures Are Remembered (STAR) program will host an Infant Loss Memorial Walk at 5:30 pm at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801. The event will
Wednesday, September 30, 2026TidalHealth to host trunk-or-treat events across Delmarva
BERLIN, CRISFIELD, SALISBURY & SEAFORD – TidalHealth will again host free trunk-or-treat events in Berlin, Crisfield, Salisbury and Seaford. Families are invited to attend the location most convenient for them to enjoy festive fun, creative costumes, plenty of candy and meaningful connections with TidalHealth team members and community partners. Parents are responsible for the supervision of their children at these events. Designated public parking will be available at each event. No public
Friday, September 18, 2026TidalHealth to host Pink Ribbon Walk on Oct. 5
SEAFORD – On Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, the community is invited to join TidalHealth and the City of Seaford for the annual Pink Ribbon Walk. The walk kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Western Sussex County and brings community members together to raise awareness about breast cancer, honor cancer survivors, and recognize the loved ones who have stood beside them throughout their journey. The walk begins at 4:30 pm at the TidalHealth Allen Cancer Center, 701 Middleford Road, Seaford, DE 19973.
Friday, September 18, 2026TidalHealth Mobile Mammography screenings for October 2026
SOMERSET, SUSSEX, WICOMICO and WORCESTER counties — TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings 3D breast cancer screenings directly to communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, helping reduce barriers to care and improve access to early detection close to home. The program will offer the following screening events in October 2026:Oct. 1: 10 am to 2:30 pm at Vernon Powell Shoes, 2401 E. Naylor Mill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804.Oct. 7: 10 am to 3 pm at the Crisfield Library, 100 Collins St., Crisfield, MD
Wednesday, September 16, 2026Susan Elerding takes on expanded role in clinical quality and infection prevention
SALISBURY, Maryland — TidalHealth recently announced the promotion of Susan Elerding, MHA, RN, CPHQ, CSSBB, to Senior Director of Clinical Quality and Infection Prevention. Elerding brings 37 years of experience with TidalHealth and a distinguished career spanning bedside nursing, information technology, clinical performance improvement, and clinical quality. Her extensive experience and deep understanding of the organization position her well to provide strategic leadership for TidalHealth’s continued
Tuesday, September 15, 2026TidalHealth to hold grand opening and ribbon cutting Oct. 2 at Nylon Capital Center
SEAFORD – Members of the media and community are invited to join TidalHealth for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at 9 am on Friday, Oct. 2, for TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute and TidalHealth Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Nylon Capital Center, 1036 W. Stein Highway, Seaford, DE 19973. The facility is part of the ongoing revitalization of the former Nylon Capital Shopping Center, a 22-acre redevelopment on Stein Highway designed to bring healthcare, education, coworking
Tuesday, September 08, 2026TidalHealth set to host free community flu clinics across Delmarva
Sussex, Wicomico and Worcester Counties – TidalHealth will host several free flu clinics throughout the Delmarva community. These clinics are open to anyone age 8 and older. Individuals younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to provide consent. The vaccine administered is a trivalent seasonal influenza vaccine; high-dose flu vaccines will only be offered at events specified below. If you think a high-dose vaccine may be appropriate for you, please speak with your primary care
Monday, September 07, 2026TidalHealth to host free drive-thru flu clinics across Delmarva
Since 1994, TidalHealth has held annual drive-thru flu clinics during the fall season, making it easy for community members to protect themselves against seasonal influenza without ever leaving their vehicles. Participants simply drive up, roll up a sleeve and receive their flu shot from the comfort and convenience of their car. TidalHealth’s flu clinics are free and open to anyone age 8 and older. Individuals younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to provide consent. The
Wednesday, September 02, 2026TidalHealth community health events for September 2026
Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for September 2026: Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning webinar: Sept. 8 Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar. Join: Use this link to join the webinar.Virtual grief support group: Sept. 8 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
Monday, August 03, 2026News Release: 8/3/2026Kita Douglas presented with Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award for 2026
Kita Douglas (center) with Jessica Hales, Vice President, TidalHealth Foundation (left) and Kathryn Fiddler, Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Vice President of Population Health (right).SALISBURY, MD — Kita Douglas, the Lead Patient Service Representative at the TidalHealth Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic in Salisbury, Maryland was recently presented with the 2026 Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award by members of TidalHealth’s leadership
Monday, August 03, 2026Kita Douglas presented with Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award for 2026
Kita Douglas (center) with Jessica Hales, Vice President, TidalHealth Foundation (left) and Kathryn Fiddler, Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Vice President of Population Health (right). Kita Douglas, the Lead Patient Service Representative at the TidalHealth Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic in Salisbury, Maryland was recently presented with the 2026 Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award by members of TidalHealth’s leadership team and the
Tuesday, July 28, 2026Kathryn Fiddler to take on expanded leadership role at TidalHealth
SEAFORD, Del. — Kathryn Fiddler, DNP, MBA, MSN, RN, FNAP, will soon assume an expanded leadership role as vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer of TidalHealth Nanticoke. Fiddler has served as TidalHealth’s vice president of population health since early 2018. She will retain that system-level role, which includes responsibility for population health and case management, when she begins her new position Aug. 3. “I am honored to take on this expanded role and excited about the
Monday, July 20, 2026TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors its 1st Quarter 2026 Team Members of the Quarter
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 1st Quarter 2026 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Kristopher Chandler, EVS Kristopher Chandler is an environmental services (EVS) aide at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Chandler has been a valued member of the EVS team for nearly 10 years and has approached every room with the same level of care and attention since his first day. A recent interaction with a fellow team member
Wednesday, July 15, 2026TidalHealth Peninsula Regional earns Maryland Star of Life Award
SALISBURY— TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's Emergency Department has received the Maryland Star of Life Award from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) for its outstanding emergency department throughput, particularly for patients arriving by emergency medical services (EMS), while managing high patient volumes. MIEMSS Executive Director Ted Delbridge, MD, and Maryland State Emergency Medical Services Board Chairman Clay Stamp, NRP, presented the award Wednesday, July
Monday, July 13, 2026TidalHealth Mobile Mammography screenings for July 2026
SOMERSET, SUSSEX, WICOMICO and WORCESTER counties — TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings 3D breast cancer screenings directly to communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, helping reduce barriers to care and improve access to early detection close to home. The program will offer the following screening events in July 2026: July 14: 10 am to 3 pm at the Worcester County Library Pocomoke Branch, 401 5th St., Unit 100, Pocomoke City, MD 21851. July 15: 10 am to 2:30 pm at TidalHealth McCready
Thursday, July 09, 2026TidalHealth 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
Wednesday, July 08, 2026TidalHealth 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
Monday, July 06, 2026New 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
Wednesday, July 01, 2026Gateway 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
Wednesday, June 24, 2026TidalHealth 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
Friday, June 12, 2026TidalHealth 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
Friday, June 05, 2026TidalHealth 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
Tuesday, May 26, 2026TidalHealth 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
Friday, May 15, 2026TidalHealth 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
Friday, May 15, 2026TidalHealth 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
Friday, March 13, 2026TidalHealth 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
