Here are this week’s top five most-clicked stories from MHA’s News Roundup newsletter.
135 Hospital and Health System CIOs to Know
Becker’s Hospital Review, by Anna Falvey
Becker’s Hospital Review names 135 Hospital and Health System CIOs to know in 2026 — including MHA members Scott MacLean of MedStar Health, Jackie Rice of Frederick Health, and Tressa Springmann of LifeBridge Health. These technology leaders are helping their organizations strengthen cybersecurity, modernize systems, and support care teams with smarter digital tools.
Building a Hospital in Your Head: A Spy Chat with UM Medical System’s Richie Stever
The Talbot Spy
Richie Stever, vice president of real estate and construction at the University of Maryland Medical System, is helping lead development of the new Shore Regional Medical Center, a 385,000-square-foot “megaproject” that blends technical innovation with complex construction planning. Known for his ability to visualize every detail of a building before it’s complete, Stever is overseeing features such as a geothermal system that stores heat in the ground and is expected to save about $1.2 million annually.
Woman Shares Unlikely Survival Journey After Migraines Led to Glioblastoma Diagnosis: “I Am Truly an Outlier”
WJZ, by Kerry Breen
A woman’s unexpected journey from migraines to a glioblastoma diagnosis highlights both the challenges of this aggressive brain cancer and new treatment possibilities. Dr. Graeme Woodworth, the study’s lead researcher and chief of neurosurgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center, says early clinical trial results using focused ultrasound to open the blood-brain barrier alongside chemotherapy show encouraging signs of improved survival for some patients.
Cancer Survival Rates Hit Historic High: Dr. Robert Donegan Explains What’s Saving Lives
The Baltimore Sun, by Karl Hille
Recent data released for Cancer Awareness Month show survival rates have reached historic highs, with seven out of 10 people now living at least five years beyond their diagnosis.
Are You Burping Too Much? Why It Happens and How to Find Relief
Everyday Health, by Kelsey Kloss
Burping is a normal way the body releases excess air, but when it happens frequently or is accompanied by discomfort, it may signal underlying digestive issues like reflux or motility problems. Dr. Michael Young, medical director at The Retreat by Sheppard Pratt, explains that attention to symptoms and lifestyle habits can help distinguish typical burping from something that warrants medical attention — and seeking care when bothersome or persistent is important.
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