MedStar Health Blog

Now that MedStar eVisit is available, there are more ways than ever before to see a medical provider. However, many people still don’t know when it’s most appropriate to have an eVis...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate, affects many men as they age. In fact, about 50 percent of men ages 50 to 60 and 90 percent of men over 80 have BPH. Because BPH is s...

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 ...

Lupus erythematosus, or lupus, is an autoimmune disease that can damage practically any part of the body, including the skin, joints, blood cells, and vital organs (heart, kidneys, brain, liver, and ...

Getting circumcised often is associated with baby boys. However, many people are surprised to learn that adults can request the procedure. In fact, at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, we perform ...

Imagine this scenario: You come to the hospital with a complex neurological condition, and your surgeon uses a device or instrument you’ve never seen before—a tool that is perfectly designed to approa...