MedStar Health Blog

Despite being diagnosed later with more advanced disease, Asian Americans typically live longer than other U.S. populations.   New statistical analysis by MedStar Health Research Institute scien...

Patients are often surprised to learn that dermatologists care for more than just the skin. “Do you do nails, too?” is a common refrain in my practice. Indeed, we also help patients with ...

The holidays can bring joy and excitement, but for many, they’re also quite stressful. Whether you feel pressured at work, overwhelmed with family commitments, or exhausted juggling both, it’s common...

A research collaboration between MedStar Health and NIH scientists shows promise in helping patients get relief from mitral regurgitation and other heart failure symptoms caused by cardiomyopathy.&nb...

“Enhanced recovery after surgery” (ERAS) is a patient-focused approach to thoracic surgery—long before a heart, lung, or esophageal procedure even begins. ERAS is a protocol followe...

More people in the United States are diagnosed with skin cancer than any other form of cancer. Fortunately, most skin cancers are easily treated if caught early. That’s why it’s importan...