MedStar Health Blog

If you spend time outside during the summer, there’s a good chance you’ve experienced a sunburn or become dehydrated. Both scenarios can result in health implications, such as skin cancer down the roa...

We’re no strangers to hot summer days in the District of Columbia. But when the thermometer inches toward and above 100 degrees Fahrenheit, we could all use a reminder about the dangers of heat illnes...

Almost every day on my work commute, I see someone riding an electric (or motorized) scooter, a surging form of transportation in the U.S. While these scooters are convenient and fun, they unfortunate...

When I joined MedStar Washington Hospital Center in 2012, one of our top priorities was to develop a comprehensive spine center. We wanted to create a place that would foster a real sense of teamwork ...

What comes to mind when you hear “philanthropy"?By definition, it is the Greek word for “love of humankind.”When you chose to express gratitude after an exceptional care experience, you serve as a dir...

Healthy veins are critical to returning blood from the body to the heart. However, in some cases, scar tissue from blood clots can form in the veins, causing them to narrow or become blocked. This can...