Here are this week’s top five most-clicked stories from MHA’s News Roundup newsletter.
Maryland Funds New Residency Program to Address Doctor Shortage
DC News Now, by Max Marcilla
Maryland is investing in a new medical residency program aimed at addressing the state’s physician shortage, particularly in communities where access to doctors is limited. The program will create more opportunities for physicians to train in Maryland, with the goal of encouraging them to remain in the state and care for patients after completing their residencies.
Inside the Overnight Shift at the University of Maryland Medical Center
The Baltimore Sun, by Ryan Bowie
A photo essay captures the quiet overnight hours inside a downtown campus, where nurses, pharmacists, security officers, and other staff keep patient care moving while Baltimore sleeps.
How Much Coffee Is Too Much? Here Are the New Guidelines
WRC
Dr. Barbara Parisi, director of MedStar Women’s Health Heart Program, explains the American Heart Association’s new guidance.
Maryland System CHRO Retires, Successor Named
Becker’s Hospital Review, by Kristin Kuchno
Baltimore-based GBMC HealthCare named Michael Pulido senior vice president and chief human resources officer, effective Aug. 31. Mr. Pulido brings more than 30 years of human resources, operational, and executive leadership experience to the role. He succeeds Anna-Maria Gonzalez Palmer, who is retiring after nine years at GBMC.
79 Marylanders Impacted by a Fungus Causing Severe Infections
The Baltimore Sun, by Karl Hille and Stephen Underwood
Maryland healthcare facilities are working to prevent the spread of Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus that can cause serious infections. Grace Nkonge, director of infection prevention for the University of Maryland Medical System, emphasized the importance of strong infection-prevention practices, including early identification, proper cleaning, and precautions to limit transmission.
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