MedStar Health Blog

Obesity is the leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which is the No.1 cause of death in U.S. adults. However, 2018 research suggests that bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of strokes a...

Have you noticed times when your loved one forgets about their typical television program or suddenly does not remember to pay their bills after years of doing so successfully? These can be common si...

People all around the U.S. care for a loved one—whether it’s their mom, dad, grandparent, aunt, or uncle. As a geriatric and house call doctor, I see a variety of common problems these ca...

We all know that cold weather can contribute to many common health conditions, such as colds or the flu. However, a new study shows that more serious health complications also can arise—such as...

Interdisciplinary Approach Benefits Patients, Families An innovative new program at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital is improving outcomes for older individuals in need of surgery who have multiple me...

According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the typical Medicare patient sees two primary care providers and five medical specialists in a year. Sixty percent of seniors are taking th...