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UM Shore Regional Health Hosts Service Challenge
The Chestertown Surgical Services team collected donations for the Kent County Humane Society University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), hosted a service challenge for team members from mid-January through February in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. UM SRH teams were invited to participate in any service event benefiting our local communities. “We are deeply grateful to team members and departments for
Dorchester County Health Department to host ''Under the Stars'' Community Baby Shower
The Dorchester County Health Department is inviting you to their community baby shower "Under the Stars." Join us on June 6th at Cambridge-South Dorchester High School as we honor expecting parents & parents to children under one (Must be a Dorchester County resident & must be present to win). There will be free giveaways and Door Prizes. Register by May 15th, 2026 HERE or scan the QR code on the flyer. If you have questions please contact Asiha Blake (DCHD) at 410-901-8158 or Shannon Proffitt (DCHD)
YAC & Greater Chief Cornerstone Temple Church Outreach Ministries (GCCTC) Present Youth Cooking Clas
The Youth Action Council and Greater Chief Cornerstone Temple Church Outreach Ministries (GCCTC) are partnering to present a Youth Cooking Class. Come for a FREE cooking class with the YAC members! They will be teaching easy, budget-friendly meals you can make almost anywhere. Learn to cook and taste test three different dishes with a hand-on, interactive and actually fun environment!
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UMSRH Recognizes Team Members for Service
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, recently honored team members with service award presentations. Ken Kozel, UM SRH President and Katie Halen, Vice President, Human Resources, hosted the service award luncheon at the Tidewater Inn, honoring over 20 recent retirees and celebrating those with service milestones of 10 to 55 years. “Our team members’ loyalty to Shore Regional Health and their dedication to our UMMS
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West team honored by Guardian Angel program
Hillary Mozeik, Executive Assistant and Donor Relations Coordinator, TidalHealth Foundation; Dr. Qamar Iqbal; Kim Nechay; and Dr. Juwairiya Shuroog. At the heart of the TidalHealth Foundation’s mission is the Guardian Angel program — a meaningful way for patients and families to honor caregivers who made a profound difference in their medical journey through compassion, expertise and humanity. Through this program, a grateful family recently recognized members of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3 West
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Atlantic General Hospital and TidalHealth announce rebrand to TidalHealth Atlantic
BERLIN, Md. – After joining the TidalHealth system last year, Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, Maryland, now has a new name: TidalHealth Atlantic. All the campuses, physician offices and diagnostic locations that were part of the Atlantic General Health System have also transitioned to naming that reflects the TidalHealth brand. The rebranding reflects the health system’s integration into the Salisbury, Maryland-based TidalHealth system and reinforces a shared commitment to delivering
eNews & Events - February 26, 2026 - March 12, 2026
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Mark E. Morgan, DO, MAEd Joins UM Shore Medical Group-Primary Care
Mark Morgan, DO, MaEd. UM Shore Medical Group – Primary Care at CentrevilleCENTREVILLE, Md. (February 19, 2026) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) – Primary Care at Centreville welcomes Mark E. Morgan, DO, MAEd. UM SMG is an affiliate medical practice of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Dr. Morgan brings more than a decade of experience in family medicine, urgent care, emergency medicine, and
Choptank Community Health System awarded accreditation from The Joint Commission
Choptank Community Health System has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for an Ambulatory Health Care and Primary Care Medical Home Certification. The accreditation formally recognizes Choptank Health’s ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous performance standards and delivering the safest, highest-quality care to its patients. Choptank Community Health System has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ambulatory Health Care, formally recognizing Choptank Health’s
TidalHealth community health events for March 2026
TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for March 2026:Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: March 10 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: March 10 Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30-7:30 pm, via virtual meeting. Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848 or lora.pangratz@tidalhealth.org.Diabetes self-management class Weekly on Wednesdays, 6-8 pm via virtual meeting.
eNews & Events - February 19, 2026 - March 5, 2026
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TidalHealth Breaks Ground on New Employee Childcare Center in Seaford
TidalHealth broke ground on Feb. 17 in Seaford, DE for the first of four new TidalHealth Kids childcare centers being constructed for team members. Additional centers are planned for Millsboro, DE and Salisbury and Berlin, MD. Joining childcare kids and their moms, middle photo, in the groundbreaking were, from the left, Demi Gilmore, TidalHealth Vice President of People; Carissa Messick, KinderCare Senior Partnership Manager; Steve Tracy, President, TidalHealth Ventures and Penny Short, TidalHealth
Candle Light Cove’s LifeBridges Expands Advanced Care with Dignity
Intimate New Neighborhood Delivers Personalized Support While Preserving Comfort, Connection and Continuity in Easton Senior Living Community Candle Light Cove senior living community has expanded its continuum of care with the recent opening of LifeBridges, an intimate new neighborhood designed to support residents with higher care needs while preserving comfort, connection and dignity. “LifeBridges offers advanced, personalized care in a smaller-scale setting that remains fully connected to the greater
For All Seasons Connects Acts of Kindness & Our Mental Health
For All Seasons, a nonprofit mental health agency and rape crisis center serving the Eastern Shore of Maryland, is recognizing National Random Acts of Kindness Week, February 14 to 20, 2026, to highlight how kindness can benefit our mental health. The American Psychiatric Association reports that recent research from the University of Ohio shows that acts of kindness benefit both the givers’ and the receivers’ mental health. An “act of kindness” refers to a good or helpful action intentionally directed
Atlantic General Hospital to hold caregiver support group on March 2
Atlantic General Hospital will hold a caregiver support group from 3 to 4 pm on Monday, March 2, at the John H. 'Jack' Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD 21811. This support group is free and open to caregivers who share the challenges and rewards of caring for adults with serious illnesses. It offers a space for members to discuss their feelings, concerns and experiences related to the caregiving role. Discussion topics vary according to the group's needs. For more
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UM Shore Regional Health Earns Multiple American Heart Association Awards for Excellence in Cardiovascular Care
UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) has earned multiple American Heart Association (AHA) awards recognizing its commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care for patients experiencing heart disease and the most severe heart attacks. Pictured are members of UM SRH’s Senior Leadership team and UM SRH’s Cardiovascular Services team, including the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardiovascular Diagnostics, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology. UM Shore Regional Health
Temporary traffic and parking changes to be implemented at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional
Patients and visitors should expect temporary traffic and pedestrian patterns at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional starting Feb. 23 as the health system constructs a new observation unit adjacent to its Robert T. Adkins, M.D. Emergency/Trauma Center. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is implementing temporary parking and traffic changes starting Monday, Feb. 23, in support of the construction of a new observation unit adjacent to the Robert T. Adkins, M.D. Emergency/Trauma Center (ED). As construction
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For All Seasons Welcomes New Board Members
Bill Flook, Ph.D. Sally Heckman Craig Postlewait For All Seasons is excited to announce the appointment of Bill Flook, Ph.D., of Chestertown, Sally Heckman of Easton, and Craig Postlewait of Easton to its Board of Directors. According to For All Seasons’ President and CEO Beth Anne Dorman, “We are thrilled to have these new members join our board. They bring a wealth of experience, as well as a spirit of generosity and a passion for community service.” Bill
American Legion Post 166 supports AGH forensic nurses
The TidalHealth Foundation, supporting Atlantic General Hospital, recently accepted a donation in support of the hospital’s forensic nursing team from American Legion Post 166. In the photo, from the left, are, Juliana Jaeger, RN; Stacy Fisher, RN; Ryan Kirby, Atlantic Council; David Carey, Post 166 Commander; Toni Keiser, Director, TidalHealth Community Relations and Engagement; Winnie Karis, RN; Ben Dawson, Post 166 Donation Committee and Jessica Hales, Vice President/Chief Philanthropy Officer,
Masking requirements lifted at TidalHealth
SALISBURY, MARYLAND - TidalHealth announced today that it is lifting masking requirements at its hospitals and patient-care facilities following a steady and sustained decline in cases of Influenza A (Flu A), Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), and COVID-19 since Christmas. Hospital leaders say the decision was made after closely monitoring respiratory virus trends within TidalHealth facilities and across the region, which have shown consistent improvement over recent weeks. “We’ve seen a very encouraging
AGH Auxiliary Thrift Shop hosting 20th Anniversary Celebration on Feb. 20
The Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Board of Directors invites the community to join in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Atlantic General Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop on Friday, Feb. 20. Festivities begin when the Thrift Shop opens at 10 am, followed by a special anniversary commemoration at 11 am that will recognize the Auxiliary’s volunteers and supporters who have contributed to the shop’s continued success. In honor of this milestone, shoppers will enjoy a 20% discount throughout the
Gross named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s January 2026 Sunshine Awardee
Samantha “Sam” Gross, CNA, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Samantha “Sam” Gross, CNA, of 3 East, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for January 2026. Gross was nominated by a coworker for her compassion, empathy, dedication and generosity:“Sam is such an incredible member of this team, always going above and beyond for her patients. One specific encounter really stood out to me, and I believe
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Atlantic General Hospital earns certification from The Joint Commission
Atlantic General Hospital earns certification in knee, hip and shoulder replacements from The Joint Commission BERLIN, Md. – Atlantic General Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for hip, knee and shoulder replacement by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. Atlantic General Hospital underwent a rigorous review,
McBride joins TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury
SALISBURY – Julianne McBride, FNP-C, ACNP, cares for electrophysiology patients at TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Maryland. McBride received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Salisbury University and her master’s degree in nursing from Wilmington University. She then went on to earn a post-master's acute care nurse practitioner certificate from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. She is a certified family and acute care nurse practitioner. McBride is a member of the American Association of
Lynch named Atlantic General Hospital’s January 2026 DAISY Awardee
Atlantic General Hospital is pleased to announce that Payton Lynch, RN, of the Atlantic General Wound Care Center, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for January 2026. Lynch was nominated by a co-worker for her positivity, passion, and patient-centered care: “Payton Lynch is one of the best nurses I have had the honor to work with in my nursing career, and even better, I get to be her clinical coordinator. Managing someone with her motivation and passion in patient care makes my job easy.
Turner named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s January 2026 DAISY Awardee
Kayla Turner, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Awardee for January 2026. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Kayla Turner, RN, of 5 West, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for January 2026. Turner was nominated by a patient for her dedication and compassionate, patient-centered care:“In May, I underwent gastric bypass surgery that led to complications and left me in a coma. After leaving the intensive care unit, I was confused and experienced periods of
For All Seasons Shares Information and Resources During Human Trafficking Awareness Month
For All Seasons team members joined Cambridge South Dorchester High School staff—including administrators, counselors, and school resource officer—to complete the Red Sand Project in support of human trafficking survivors. For All Seasons hosted several activities during January to promote Human Trafficking Awareness Month. For this year’s annual Red Sand Project, staff involved all For All Seasons’ offices and many partners across the Shore in the awareness initiative using red sand to represent victims
Dr. Casto joins TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Catherine Casto, MD, to TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Casto, an Eastern Shore native from Snow Hill, earned her bachelor’s degree in cell and molecular biology from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, and her medical degree from East Carolina University School of Medicine in Greenville, North Carolina. She completed her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the University of South Florida in Tampa. Dr. Casto is board certified by
Coastal Hospice Announces 2026 New Board Leadership
Salisbury, MD – January 29, 2025 – Coastal Hospice proudly announces the 2026 Board of Directors Executive Committee transitions, recognizing the dedicated Executive Committee members who are stepping down from officer roles to continue their service as Board members, while welcoming new leaders into Executive Committee positions. These thoughtful transitions reflect Coastal Hospice’s commitment to strong governance, continuity, and mission-driven leadership in support of patients and families facing
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For All Seasons: 40 Years of Meeting Community Needs
What began in 1986 as one woman’s determination to serve children who had experienced sexual assault has grown into a mental health lifeline for thousands. Today, For All Seasons Behavioral Health and Rape Crisis Center provides expert mental health services, victim crisis support, education and outreach, and statewide leadership. The agency’s unique model of care ensures that no one in the region has to imagine life without these services, regardless of language or ability to pay. Guided by the vision
TidalHealth to hold advance care planning webinar on Feb. 3
TidalHealth will hold a free advance care planning webinar at 1 pm on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. What care would you want if you had an unexpected illness? Who would you want to make decisions for your care? Have you talked about your wishes with your loved ones if you are unable to speak for yourself? Learn about advance care planning, which can help you answer these questions. Advance care planning refers to making decisions about your healthcare in the future, if, due to injury or illness, you cannot
TidalHealth to host Interactive Career Day for local students
The TidalHealth Richard A. Henson Research Institute will sponsor an educational event for ninth through 12th grade students from Salisbury Christian School. The event will provide an immersive experience designed to expand students’ understanding of careers in healthcare. Healthcare today is more than medicine and nursing — it’s a dynamic field with a wide range of exciting, impactful professions that many teens and their parents may not know about. From public health and medical laboratory science to
TidalHealth to hold diabetes support group on Feb. 9
TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a diabetes support group from 6 to 7 pm on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, at MAC Inc., Area Agency on Aging, located at 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD 21804. Join us for this month's meeting with guest speaker Lindsey A. Nelson, MD, of TidalHealth Anesthesiology. This support group is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 410-543-7061.
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University of Maryland Shore Regional Health Announces Updated Openings Following Winter Storm Fern
EASTON, MD (January 26, 2026) - Following the impacts of Winter Storm Fern, University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is resuming services across its five-county service area, with some locations opening on a delayed schedule to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and team members. The following services and locations will open and operate as scheduled on Tuesday, January 27, 2026: All in-hospital elective proceduresDiagnostic testing conducted within hospital facilities at UM Shore
Green named Senior Director of Operations for TidalHealth Primary & Specialty Care
TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Suzanne Green, ACMPE, has been appointed Senior Director of Operations for TidalHealth Primary & Specialty Care. In this role, Green will collaborate with service line senior directors and medical office leaders to enhance workflows, develop policies and procedures, and monitor clinical performance and team member satisfaction. Green brings extensive experience in practice management, working closely with administrative and clinical teams to improve processes that
Atlantic General Hospital to hold caregiver support group on Feb. 2
BERLIN – Atlantic General Hospital will hold a caregiver support group from 3 to 4 pm on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, at the John H. 'Jack' Burbage, Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD 21811. This support group is free and open to caregivers who share the challenges and rewards of caring for adults with serious illnesses. It offers a space for members to discuss their feelings, concerns and experiences related to the caregiving role. Discussion topics vary according to the group's
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Dr. Lehman joins Atlantic General Pediatrics in Berlin
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Harry Lehman, III, MD, to Atlantic General Pediatrics at the Gudelsky Family Medical Center in Berlin, Maryland. He is passionate about preventative care for the children he sees and enjoys teaching parents who entrust him with their children. After graduating with his medical degree from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Dr. Lehman continued at Hahnemann to complete his pediatric residency. He is board certified in pediatrics by the American Board of
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TidalHealth partners with Pulse Radiology Institute to expand imaging education
SALISBURY – TidalHealth has partnered with Pulse Radiology Institute to expand ARRT-accredited education and training for imaging professionals, strengthening the health system’s diagnostic imaging workforce across Delmarva. Through TidalHealth’s upskilling program, team members can complete accredited training in CT, MRI, and mammography and earn more than 25 Category A continuing education credits recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). TidalHealth will also host clinical
Dr. Khalid named Medical Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Ovais Khalid, MD, has been appointed Medical Director of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services. Dr. Khalid is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 15 years of experience in mental health care. He completed his psychiatry residency at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 2013 and is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN). He was named a Fellow of the American Psychiatric
UM Shore Regional Health Announces 2026 Safe Sitter Dates
EASTON, Md. (January 13, 2026) – The University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, is hosting upcoming Safe Sitter® courses at UM Shore Medical Center locations in Chestertown and Easton. The course will be taught by UM SRH Women and Children’s Department nurses and is designed for children ages 11 to 13. Dates and times for the courses are: Saturday, January 24, March 14, June 20 and October 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at UM Shore
TidalHealth invites community to Walk with a Doc on Feb. 7
SALISBURY – TidalHealth has partnered with the nonprofit organization Walk with a Doc to host a free walk at the Salisbury Riverwalk from 10 to 11 am on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. Participants will meet at Unity Square, 100 Circle Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801. This month’s guest speaker will be Dr. Sumit Khurana of TidalHealth’s Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program, who will share key information on cardiovascular health in recognition of American Heart Month. Following a brief educational session with
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional celebrates 700th WATCHMAN™ procedure
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute Cardiac Catheterization/EP Labs and 2 East clinical unit celebrated Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, after successfully performing their 700th WATCHMAN™ procedure. The WATCHMAN™ is a minimally invasive procedure designed to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation who cannot take blood thinners. By implanting a small device that closes off the left atrial appendage (LAA) — the source of many stroke-causing blood
TidalHealth and Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates to launch TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute in April
Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, left, President and CEO of TidalHealth and Pasquale Petrera, MD, President of Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates, sign an agreement creating the TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute. Salisbury, MD — TidalHealth today announced the integration of Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates (POA), one of Delmarva’s most respected orthopaedic practices, into the TidalHealth system through the creation of the TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute, a unified, system-wide
TidalHealth to hold chronic kidney disease webinar on Jan. 21
SALISBURY – TidalHealth will hold a free chronic kidney disease (CKD) webinar from 1 to 2:30 pm on Jan. 21, 2026. The community is invited to attend to learn how to slow disease progression and monitor kidney health. During the event, TidalHealth’s chronic disease nurses will present on slowing disease progression, monitoring kidney health, diet, dialysis and transplant options, and financial considerations. This event is free and open to the public. Use this link to join the webinar:
TidalHealth to hold diabetes support group on Jan. 12
SALISBURY – TidalHealth Nutrition & Diabetes Education will hold a diabetes support group from 6 to 7 pm on Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, at MAC Inc., Area Agency on Aging, located at 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD 21804. Join us for this month's meeting as TidalHealth Community Health Educator Bobbi McDonald, MS, leads the group in a refreshing chair yoga session. This support group is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 410-543-7061.
TidalHealth Nanticoke awarded Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification from The Joint Commission
SEAFORD – TidalHealth Nanticoke has received The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification after demonstrating continuous compliance with performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe, high-quality patient care. The certification, offered in collaboration with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, covers the entire continuum of care — from pre-surgical
Dr. Lauren McGovern named medical director for children’s services at TidalHealth
SALISBURY, Md. — Longtime TidalHealth pediatric hospitalist Lauren McGovern, MD, is now the medical director for children’s services. Dr. McGovern, who has been with TidalHealth for 16 years, most recently served as medical director of TidalHealth Pediatric Hospitalists and will continue in that role while assuming her expanded responsibilities. In this capacity, Dr. McGovern will provide systemwide clinical and strategic leadership for pediatric and neonatology services across TidalHealth, encompassing
eNews & Events - January 8, 2026 - January 22, 2026
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TidalHealth warns community of scammers targeting patients
TidalHealth is alerting the community to recent scam attempts targeting patients in our community. Scammers are posing as TidalHealth team members and contacting patients to request payment or personal information by phone, email or text message. Scam calls may appear to come from a legitimate TidalHealth phone number due to caller ID spoofing. Scammers are also using fraudulent email addresses posing as TidalHealth team members. TidalHealth advises anyone who receives a questionable call to hang up and
Dr. Lindsey Nelson named executive medical director for the TidalHealth Anesthesiology service line
Lindsey Nelson, MD, brings decades of experience to his new role as executive medical director for the TidalHealth Anesthesiology service line. In this system-wide leadership role, Dr. Nelson will oversee the strategic, clinical and operational direction of anesthesia services across all TidalHealth hospitals, ambulatory sites and non-operating-room anesthetizing locations. “Dr. Nelson brings demonstrated leadership experience, specialized expertise in anesthesiology, and a strong alignment with
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First Baby of 2026 Arrives at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Birthing Center
A local Easton family recently welcomed a baby boy, Anderson Caleb Fuentes Miranda, at 8:35 a.m. January 2, 2026, at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. Anderson is pictured with mom and dad, Sayda Jennifer Miranda Castañon and Yelsin Baldemar Fuentes Fuentes. Anderson is UM Shore Regional Health’s first baby of 2026.EASTON, Md. (January 6, 2026) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s first baby of 2026 arrived on the morning of January 2 at UM SRH’s Birthing Center at UM Shore Medical Center at
TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford First Baby of 2026
Kylan Amari Cannon is TidalHealth Nanticoke’s First Baby of 2026, born to Zhania Cannon on January 1 at 8:40 a.m. SEAFORD – Below is the media fact sheet for the First Baby of 2026 born at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Del. Baby Name: Kylan Amari Cannon (Boy) Parents’ Names: Zhania Cannon Parents’ Residence: Laurel, Delaware Baby Birth Date and Time: 1/1/26 8:40AM Baby Weight: 7 pounds, 13 ounces Baby
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Salisbury First Baby of 2026
Spencer Morgan Stanley is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s First Baby of 2026 born New Year’s Day at 2:19AM to Megan and Ethan Stanley. SALISBURY– Below is the media fact sheet for the First Baby of 2026 born at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. Baby Name: Spencer Morgan Stanley Parents’ Names: Megan and Ethan Stanley Sibling to: (First Child) Parents’ Residence: Eden, Maryland Baby Birth Date and Time: 1/1/26 at
TidalHealth implements masking effective immediately
SALISBURY, MD — Delmarva is experiencing a significant and rapid increase in Influenza A (Flu A) cases and other respiratory illnesses across the region with the number of confirmed cases reported through TidalHealth tripling in just two weeks in December. In response, TidalHealth is implementing required, temporary protective masking effective immediately at all locations, including TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Atlantic General Hospital. Key points All team members
TidalHealth Appoints Benny J. Stover, MBA, CPA, as Sr. VP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer
Benny J. Stover has joined TidalHealth as the health system’s Sr. Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. He is just the fourth person in the history of the company to hold the CFO title. SALISBURY – TidalHealth President & CEO, Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHE, has announced the appointment of Benny J. Stover, MBA, CPA, as the health system’s next Sr. Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective today, January 5. Stover is an accomplished healthcare financial
Ball and Outten named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s December 2025 DAISY Awardees
Rebecca Ball, RN, and Barry Outten, RN, are TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Awardees for December 2025.SALISBURY – TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Rebecca Ball, RN, and Barry Outten, RN, both of the Emergency Department (ED), have been selected as its DAISY Award recipients for December 2025. Ball and Outten were nominated by their supervisor, Jessica Cropper, for going above and beyond for a recent ED patient: “Rebecca and Barry truly saved a man's life in the ED.
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Kara Morris selected as Executive Director of Crossroads Community & Corsica River Mental Health Ser
Kara Morris, Acting Executive Director, in front of the Crossroads Community and Corsica River Mental Health Services headquarters at 120 Banjo Lane, Centreville, Maryland. Centreville, MD – December 23rd, 2025: Crossroads Community, Inc. and Corsica River Mental Health Services, Inc. are pleased to announce that Kara Morris has been selected as Executive Director, effective December 17, 2025. Following a comprehensive and competitive recruitment process led by the Boards of Directors, Kara was chosen
Crossroads Community & Corsica River Celebrate Clients and Staff at 2025 Annual Holiday & Awards Event
Pictured left to right at the 2025 Client Awards & Holiday Celebration in Centreville, Maryland: Deanna Lewis, Community Recovery Program Coordinator; Dottie Stokes, Health Home Program Coordinator; Clarence, Award Recipient; Brian Lambert, Vocational Program Coordinator; Kara Morris, Executive Director; and Will Turley, ACT Team Leader. For the full photo album from the event, please visit:cci-crmhs.org/2025-client-awards Centreville, MD – December 23rd, 2025: Crossroads Community and Corsica River
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Stella named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s December 2025 Sunshine Awardee
Jacqueline “Jackie” Stella, PCT, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Sunshine Awardee for December 2025. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Jacqueline “Jackie” Stella, patient care technician in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for December 2025. Stella was nominated by her supervisor, Jessica Cropper, for her compassion, patience and professionalism:“I am truly honored to have Jackie not only as a coworker but also as a friend. She
Nalesnik joins TidalHealth Urogynecology in Berlin
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Logan Nalesnik, APRN, FNP-C, to TidalHealth Urogynecology in Berlin, Maryland. Nalesnik earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Wingate University in Wingate, North Carolina. She went on to receive her master’s degree in nursing from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Nalesnik is certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS), and she is a neonatal resuscitation provider
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Dr. Smith joins TidalHealth Breast Center and TidalHealth General Surgery
Sharnell Smith, MD, provides care at TidalHealth Breast Center in Salisbury, Maryland and TidalHealth General Surgery in Seaford, Delaware. Dr. Smith earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, D.C. and completed her general surgery residency at Howard University Hospital, where she was selected to serve as chief resident. With 12 years of general surgery experience, Dr. Smith recently completed her breast surgical oncology fellowship at Ohio State University
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Tree of Life Awardee for November 2025
Makenzie Horner, RRT, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s Tree of Life Award recipient for November 2025. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Makenzie Horner, RRT, is its Tree of Life Award recipient for November 2025. This award honors respiratory therapists who provide exceptional care to patients, establish meaningful connections, and collaborate with the care team to ensure the best possible outcomes for their patients. Horner was nominated by the family member of a recent
For All Seasons Participates in National Rural Health Day Bus Tour
Participants who visited For All Seasons’ offices at 300 Talbot Street in Easton met with Beth Anne Dorman, President and CEO, as well as agency staff, to learn about the progress of the agency’s renovations at this location. In honor of National Rural Health Day on November 20, 2025, For All Seasons participated in the Rural Maryland Council’s 2025 Rural Summit Health-Focused Bus Tour, showcasing innovative approaches to improving health and wellness in rural communities. Participants also visited
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TidalHealth to hold ICD support group on Dec. 9
TidalHealth will hold a free ICD support group from 9 to 10 am on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, at the TidalHealth Adult Fitness building located at 800 S. Salisbury Blvd., Ste. D, Salisbury, MD 21801. The goal of this group is to allow people with implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) devices to become more knowledgeable and comfortable with having an ICD. The group is open to patients, family, friends and caregivers, and allows attendees to meet and share with others who have been through similar
Dr. Khoury joins TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Audrey Khoury, MD, MPH, to TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Khoury received her master’s degree in public health from the University of North Carolina, Gillings School of Global Public Health in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She then earned her medical degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, where she went on to complete her residency in the Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program. Dr.
Harrington joins TidalHealth Infectious Disease in Delmar
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Taylor Harrington, AGACNP, to TidalHealth Infectious Disease in Delmar, Delaware. Harrington received her Master of Science in Nursing from Purdue University Global and is a certified adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner. She has experience in comprehensive patient care as a registered nurse at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in the cardiac stepdown unit. Harrington is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and is certified by the American
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TidalHealth invites community to Walk with a Doc on Dec. 6
TidalHealth has partnered with the nonprofit organization Walk with a Doc to host a free walk at the Salisbury Riverwalk from 10 to 11 am on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Participants will meet at Unity Square, located at 100 Circle Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801. This month’s guest speaker will be Dr. Nicole Alu of the TidalHealth Family Medicine Residency Clinic. After a brief educational session with Dr. Alu, participants will spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk at their own pace and
UM Shore Medical Group-Pediatrics at Easton Welcomes Nurse Practitioner Jessica Pajak
Jessica Pajak, DNP, CPNPEASTON, Md. (November 25, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG) is pleased to announce that Jessica Pajak, DNP, CPNP, has joined UM Shore Medical Group–Pediatrics at Easton. Pajak is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner with more than a decade of nursing experience and a strong background in both neonatal and pediatric primary care. UM SMG is an affiliate medical practice of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of
For All Seasons Offers Tips for Grief During the Holidays
The holidays can be challenging for many, but for those grieving loved ones, they can be especially difficult. This may be because the season often comes with expectations of joy, or because holiday traditions once shared with someone now gone can bring a renewed sense of loss. Mass General Brigham (https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/) reports that grief is the mirror of love and that the holidays are naturally centered around love and connection. Making room for all the emotions that arise during this
Choptank Health recognizes National Rural Health Day
Choptank Health marked National Rural Health Day by participating in the Rural Maryland Council’s Health-Focused Bus Tour, with participants shown here. The event highlighted Choptank Health’s new Federalsburg Health Center and the innovative approaches Choptank Health is using to improve health and wellness for the Mid-Shore’s rural communities. Choptank Community Health System is proud to join communities across the country in celebrating National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The
Dr. Sabadish joins TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Michael Sabadish, MD, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Sabadish earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he also completed his internal medicine residency and his fellowship in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. Dr. Sabadish is board certified in cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. He comes with a wealth of clinical experience, has received multiple awards and
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Joyce Jones, Environmental Services Joyce Jones of Environmental Services (EVS) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services. Jones is an environmental services aide who is known for her outstanding work ethic and positive attitude. She consistently anticipates tasks and completes
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TidalHealth adopts CLEAR technology to modernize MyChart verification
TidalHealth is partnering with CLEAR, the secure identity company, to simplify the healthcare experience for its patients through easy-to-use identity verification. Beginning today, TidalHealth patients can use CLEAR to securely verify their identity when creating a MyChart account or resetting their password from their mobile device or the MyChart app. This new option saves time and reduces friction by eliminating the need to contact TidalHealth’s MyChart service team for account creation or password
TidalHealth’s REACH program earns Outstanding Rural Health Program Award
The Maryland Rural Health Association (MRHA) presented the Outstanding Rural Health Program Award to TidalHealth’s REACH (Rural Equity and Access to Community Health) program for improving chronic disease management and reducing hospital admissions on the Lower Eastern Shore. Attending the presentation were, from left, REACH Evaluator Miriam C. Purnell, University of Maryland Eastern Shore Chair, Professor and Program Director of Department of Pharmacy Practice & Administration; Kathryn Fiddler, TidalHealth
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UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology Welcomes New Interventional Cardiologist
Binesh Shrestha, MD University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) and UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology (UM SMG) recently announced the addition of interventional cardiologist Bishesh Shrestha, MD, to the team. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Dr. Shrestha will provide advanced interventional cardiology care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, working closely with primary care providers and specialists to manage coronary artery disease,
TidalHealth Celebrates Opening of New Pediatric Development & Therapy Clinic in Salisbury
TidalHealth cut the ribbon Nov. 17 to officially open the health system’s new Pediatric Development & Therapy Clinic in Salisbury. In the photo, from the left, are, Steve Tracy, Vice President of Corporate Ventures & President of Peninsula Health Ventures; Alexis Laws, MS, BCBA, LBA, Clinical Supervisor; Dr. Samantha Scott, Psychology Postdoctoral Program Director, Clinical Psychology Fellowship and Cindy Lunsford, Ed.D., MSN, RN, Executive Vice President & COO of TidalHealth. On Nov. 17, TidalHealth
Dr. Nawa joins TidalHealth Primary Care in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Ahmad Nawid Nawa, MD, to TidalHealth Primary Care in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Nawa earned his medical degree from the Kabul Medical University and completed his internal medicine/pediatric residency at the French Medical Institute for Children, both in Kabul, Afghanistan. Dr. Nawa recently completed TidalHealth’s internal medicine residency program, as part of the program’s inaugural class. He is a member of the Internal Medicine Society of Afghanistan and the Afghan
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Primary Stroke Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Earns Honors for Tenth Consecutive Year
For the tenth consecutive year, the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton’s Primary Stroke Center has received recognition from the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Stroke Association (ASA) with the Get With The Guidelines®- Rural Stroke Gold and Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, which recognize quality achievement. UM Shore Medical Center at Easton is a University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) facility; UM
Dr. Othepa joins Atlantic General Primary Care in Berlin
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Eugide Othepa, MD, to Atlantic General Primary Care in Berlin, Maryland. Dr. Othepa earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in West Indies, Dominica. He completed his family medicine residency at Memorial Hospital Gulfport in Mississippi, where he was chief resident. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians and brings extensive clinical experience, including research and
Rivera joins TidalHealth Neurosurgery in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome board-certified physician assistant Elisa Rivera, PA-C, to TidalHealth Neurosurgery in Salisbury, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Salisbury University and her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Rivera provides compassionate, patient-centered care. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates and the Physician Associates for Latino Health. She holds
TidalHealth’s Alice B. Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Earns “High Performing” Rating from U.S
TidalHealth’s Alice B. Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Crisfield, Maryland CRISFIELD– TidalHealth is proud to announce that its Alice B. Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a “High Performing” facility for Long-Term Care in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes ratings — the publication’s highest possible distinction in this category, which just 47 centers in Maryland earned. This national honor places the Tawes Nursing & Rehabilitation Center among an
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and Atlantic General Hospital both earn an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional and Atlantic General Hospital both earn an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group SALISBURY/SEAFORD –TidalHealth was again nationally spotlighted in today’s release of the Fall 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade report and remains the highest rated health system in patient care and patient safety in the region. Both TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Md. and Atlantic General Hospital (AGH) in Berlin, Md. were awarded an “A” grade, Leapfrog’s highest
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For All Season Cuts Ribbon on New Location in Cambridge
Pictured are attendees at For All Seasons' recent Ribbon Cutting and Open House at its new location at 407 Race Street in Cambridge. On October 22, For All Seasons and the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for the agency’s new location at 407 Race Street in Cambridge. The event drew a packed crowd of community members, business owners, elected officials, agency staff, and Board members, all celebrating the opening of For All Seasons’ larger, more visible
For All Seasons Brings Awareness to Mental Health Challenges of Family Members and Caregivers of Vet
Family members of veterans and service members have varying experiences and perspectives on how the military experience affects their mental health. 100% of the For All Seasons team is trained in cultural competency around service members, veterans, and their families. In honor of Veterans’ Day this month, For All Seasons is bringing the focus to the mental health of families and caregivers of veterans, active service, and reserve members who can experience a unique set of challenges, stressors, and
Kline named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s October 2025 Sunshine Awardee
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Doreena “Dee” Kline, certified nursing assistant (CNA) on 3 East, has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for October 2025. Kline was nominated not once, but three times by recent patients and their family members for her compassion, professionalism and exceptional service:“My father is a patient under [Dee's] care. She is excellent with him and our visiting family members. Dee is very professional and cares for him with a smile and
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UM Shore Medical Group-Pulmonary Care Welcomes New Providers
Melissa Eigenbrode, MSN, RN, CRNP Andrew Pajak, DO EASTON, Md. (November 12, 2025) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s (UM SRH) Pulmonary Care team and UM Shore Medical Group-Pulmonary Care (UM SMG) are pleased to announce the addition of physician Andrew Pajak, DO, and nurse practitioner Melissa Eigenbrode, MSN, RN, CRNP, to the team. Dr. Pajak will also be providing critical care services to the Intensive Care Unit at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton. UM SRH is a member organization
Saintfleur named TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s October 2025 DAISY Awardee
Claire Saintfleur, RN, is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s DAISY Awardee for October 2025. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Claire Saintfleur, RN, of Mother Baby, has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for October 2025. Saintfleur was nominated by a recent patient for providing excellent patient care and service:“Claire served as my night nurse after an unexpected caesarean section. I was highly distraught and emotional. Claire was a breath of fresh air. She was highly
Curtis named TidalHealth Lab Outreach’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Monarch Awardee
Danielle Curtis is TidalHealth Lab Outreach’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Monarch Award recipient. TidalHealth's Laboratory Outreach Services team is pleased to announce that Danielle Curtis is its 3rd Quarter 2025 Monarch Award recipient. Curtis joined TidalHealth in November 2020 and graduated from the hospital's inaugural phlebotomy intern training program. She currently works as a technician in the outpatient lab at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury. Known for her exceptional customer service and
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TidalHealth to hold advance care planning webinar on Nov. 11
TidalHealth will hold a free advance care planning webinar at 1 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. What care would you want if you had an unexpected illness? Who would you want to make decisions for your care? Have you talked about your wishes with your loved ones if you are unable to speak for yourself? Learn about advance care planning, which can help you answer these questions. Advance care planning refers to making decisions about your healthcare in the future, if, due to injury or illness, you cannot
Choptank Health Marks 20 Years of Women’s Health Care
From left, Upstream Brand Marketing Senior Specialist Ellen Freeman, Choptank Health Director of Clinical Services Sarah Worm, and videographer Michael Stubben at a recent videotaping about Choptank Health’s expanded women’s health services and its partnership with Upstream. Choptank Health is recognizing two decades of providing women across Maryland’s Mid-Shore with compassionate, comprehensive care, with new medical patients welcome, and more at choptankhealth.org. This year, Choptank Health is
Dorchester Shore Community Outreach Team Announces New Team Member and Free Health Screenings in November
Dorchester Shore Community Outreach Team members (l. to r.) Jessica Wise, Rochalla Jones, Courtney Thomas and Connie Coffman. CAMBRIDGE, Md. (November 3, 2025) – The Dorchester Shore Community Outreach Team (SCOT) recently welcomed Connie Coffman to the team as a community health advocate. The Dorchester SCOT is a population health initiative of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of University of Maryland Medical System. A resident of Dorchester County, Coffman brings
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TidalHealth offers free flu shots for veterans and spouses
In honor of Veterans Day and in appreciation for the service to our nation by the veterans of Delmarva, TidalHealth is pleased to offer free flu shots to all veterans and their spouses. Free flu vaccinations will be provided at the following locations: Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to Noon at the American Legion Wicomico Post 64 located at 1109 American Legion Road, Salisbury, MD 21801. Tuesday, Nov. 11, from Noon to 2 p.m. at the American Legion Nanticoke Post 6 located at 230 Front St., Seaford, DE
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Atlantic General Health System offering prostate screenings on Nov. 6
BERLIN – Atlantic General Health System practitioners Manoj Jain, MD; Jason Smith, DO; and Parker Barrett, PA-C, will provide free prostate screenings for men ages 40 and older. The screenings include a blood draw for a prostate-specific antigen test, and digital rectal exams by licensed practitioners. The screenings will be provided from 5 to 7 pm on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, at the John H. ‘Jack’ Burbage Jr. Regional Cancer Care Center, located at 9707 Healthway Drive, Berlin, MD 21811. Please
Several TidalHealth services named among America’s top performers in 2026 Healthgrades Star Report Vascular Service line holds ONLY distinction for consistent quality in America
SALISBURY – Healthgrades 2026 Star Report of hospital achievements shows TidalHealth is again rated among the nation’s best health systems in several clinical services. TidalHealth announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital, including its Vascular Surgery line holding a distinction unique to it in the entire nation. TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is again One of America’s 50 Best
Next UM Shore Regional Health Safe Sitter® Course Set for November 8
EASTON, Md. (October 23, 2025) – The next Safe Sitter® course, hosted by University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 8, at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown St. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. The course is taught by UM SRH Women and Children’s Department skilled nurses and is designed for children ages 11 to 13. The course will also be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Dr. O’Hare joins TidalHealth Urogynecology in Ocean Pines
OCEAN PINES – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome board-certified urogynecologist Peter G. O’Hare III, MD, to TidalHealth Urogynecology in Ocean Pines, Maryland. He is the Director of the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at TidalHealth. In his busy clinical practice, Dr. O’Hare works with women of all ages to diagnose, manage and treat their pelvic floor disorders, such as prolapse and incontinence. He offers a wide variety of treatment options that cater to the individual needs
Dr. Robinson joins TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Caitlin Robinson, DO, to TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Robinson earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore. Dr. Robinson is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is
Dr. Lewis joins TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome board-certified gynecologist and obstetrician, Karren Lewis, MD, MPH, FACOG, to TidalHealth OB/GYN in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Lewis discovered her passion for women’s health while growing up on her family’s sheep ranch in Wyoming. She earned her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, where she co-founded several service-learning projects and received the U.S. Public
Dr. Canakis joins TidalHealth Gastroenterology in Ocean Pines
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Andrew Canakis, DO, a gastroenterologist specializing in advanced endoscopic procedures, to TidalHealth Gastroenterology in Ocean Pines, Maryland. A native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, he is proud to bring cutting-edge care back to his home community. Dr. Canakis earned his bachelor’s degree in history from the College of William and Mary and his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received the prestigious 2018
Dr. Salacup joins TidalHealth Pulmonary & Critical Care in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Grace Salacup, MD, to TidalHealth Pulmonary & Critical Care in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Salacup earned her medical degree from the University of the City of Manila-College of Medicine in the Philippines. She completed her internal medicine residency at the Jefferson Health-Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, and a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore. Dr. Salacup is a pulmonary and critical care
Dr. Montero-Diaz joins TidalHealth Edward Q. Wilgus Community Clinic in Salisbury
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Karinnet Montero-Diaz, MD, to the TidalHealth Edward Q. Wilgus Community Clinic in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Montero-Diaz earned her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Health Sciences in St. Kitts. She completed her internal medicine residency at TidalHealth and was a member of the inaugural class of residents to study at TidalHealth. Dr. Montero-Diaz served as chief resident in her final year. Dr. Montero-Diaz is a member of the American College of
News Release: 10/16/2025Forty Years of Heartfelt Service: Honoring Dr. Jeffrey H. Etherton on Maryl
Dr. Jeffrey Etherton poses on the helipad at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton with his UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) colleagues from the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and UM Shore Medical Group – Cardiology, as well as UM SRH leadership team members. EASTON, Md. (October 15, 2025) – For 40 years, Jeffrey Howard Etherton, MD, has been at the forefront of cardiac care, saving lives and shaping heart health on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. This summer, the University of Maryland Shore Regional
Dr. Brancato joins TidalHealth Cardiology in Berlin
BERLIN – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Christopher Brancato, MD, to TidalHealth Cardiology in Berlin, Maryland. Dr. Brancato received his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. He completed his internal medicine residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital & Medical Center in New York City, where he went on to complete his fellowships in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. Dr. Brancato is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular
Martin named TidalHealth’s August 2025 Marc McDonald Awardee
Stephen Martin is TidalHealth’s August 2025 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. CRISFIELD – TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Stephen "Steve" Martin, physical therapist at TidalHealth McCready Pavilion in Crisfield, Maryland, is the August 2025 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. Martin was recognized for his professionalism, compassion and commitment to the healing and well-being of TidalHealth’s patients: "Steve sets a positive tone every day, leading by example with empathy, compassion and
Atlantic General Health System offering breast & cervical screenings on Oct. 15
OCEAN CITY – Atlantic General Health System practitioners Margo Gill, MD, and Christine Neto, MD, FACOG, will provide free screenings at a breast cancer and cervical cancer screening event. The screenings will be provided on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, from 5 to 8 pm at Atlantic General Women’s Health, located at 12308 Ocean Gateway, Unit 8, Ocean City, MD 21842. Please pre-register by calling 410-629-6313.
Atlantic General Hospital Foundation’s Puppy Penguin Swim is Oct. 19
The Atlantic General Hospital Foundation invites the community to its fifth annual Puppy Penguin Swim and Yappy Hour on Sunday, Oct. 19, at the Residence Inn by Marriott, 300 Seabay Lane, Ocean City, MD 21842. Dogs weighing under 20 pounds may swim from 11 to 11:30 am, and all dogs are welcome to swim from 11:30 am to 1 pm. Registration is $20 per pup with a limit of one pup per person. All dog handlers must be 18 years old and will be required to sign a waiver. Event highlights include:•A free gift for
Mid Shore Nursing Assistant Advisory Council (MSNAAC) honors Mary Camper as 2025 Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year
Mary Camper proudly displays her award as the MSNAAC 2025 CNA of the Year. Mary Camper, a certified nursing assistant at Mallard Bay Nursing and Rehab in Cambridge, MD, was awarded the honor of being chosen as the Mid Shore Nursing Assistant Advisory Council’s 2025 CNA of the Year. The awards ceremony took place at the Health and Education Center of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health in Easton on September 30, 2025. Camper has been a CNA for 46 years. She was nominated by Mallard Bay, and
Mester is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s September 2025 DAISY Awardee
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Delaney Mester, RN, of the Emergency Department (ED), has been selected as its DAISY Award recipient for September 2025. Mester was nominated for going above and beyond for a recent pediatric patient in the ED:“Our ED is no stranger to holding patients for care. Every so often, we have patients who become long-term residents of our department while they await placement at another facility or home discharge. Of these patients, our most vulnerable
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Banks is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s September 2025 Sunshine Awardee
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional is pleased to announce that Faye Banks, patient care technician in the Emergency Department (ED), has been selected as its Sunshine Award recipient for September 2025. Banks was nominated by a coworker for her compassion, professionalism and the exceptional care she showed a recent pediatric patient:“I would like to give accolades to Faye Banks for going above and beyond the outline of a job description. I was touched by the way she interacted with an adolescent patient who
TidalHealth Promotes Laren MacMillan to Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
TidalHealth recently announced the promotion of Laren MacMillan to Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, recognizing her outstanding leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to excellence over more than 13 years with the health system. Throughout her tenure, MacMillan has been instrumental in shaping and strengthening TidalHealth’s brand presence across the Delmarva Peninsula. She led the launch of the health system’s new identity and oversaw a seamless renaming effort, creating a unified brand
The Insurance Market and IMHR Host “Don’t Get Spooked by Delaware Paid Family Leave” Risk Academy
Laurel, DE – October 2025 – The Insurance Market, a third-generation, family-owned independent insurance agency celebrating its 125th year, together with its sister HR consulting company IMHR, will host a timely Risk Academy webinar titled “Don’t Get Spooked by Delaware Paid Family Leave – Learn What Employers Need to Know Now” on Wednesday, October 29, from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. Delaware’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program is quickly approaching the benefits stage, bringing new responsibilities for
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TidalHealth to hold Infant Loss Memorial Walk on Oct. 15 in Salisbury
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. In observance of Infant Loss Awareness Day, TidalHealth’s Special Treasures Are Remembered (STAR) program will host an Infant Loss Memorial Walk at 5:30 pm Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, located at 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801. The event will be held rain or shine in the Salisbury hospital’s Frank B. Hanna Main Lobby in the patient discharge area to the left. Attendees will have the opportunity to create
TidalHealth to hold chronic kidney disease class on Oct. 8 in Ocean Pines
TidalHealth will hold a free chronic kidney disease (CKD) class from 10 am to noon, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, at the TidalHealth Ocean Pines Campus, located at 11101 Cathage Road, Suite 102, Berlin, MD 21811. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that around 14% of adults in the US have CKD, and up to 90% of adults with CKD are unaware of their condition. TidalHealth’s chronic disease nurses will present on how to slow down disease progression, monitoring your kidney disease, diet,
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TidalHealth breaks ground Sept. 22 on new family medicine residency clinic in Salisbury’s Morris Street
TidalHealth today celebrated with the community and neighborhood the official groundbreaking of its new Family Medicine Residency Clinic on Morris Street in Salisbury, marking the start of construction on a project that will bring expanded access to primary care in one of the city’s most established, diverse and historic neighborhoods. The clinic will serve as the flagship clinic and homebase for TidalHealth’s Graduate Medical TidalHealth today celebrated with the community and neighborhood the official
TidalHealth attains national accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer
TidalHealth recently announced that it has received accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program as an (INCP) Integrated network cancer program. The ACS CoC accreditation is awarded to the Richard A. Henson Cancer Institute locations at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland, TidalHealth Ocean Pines Campus in Berlin Maryland, and the Allen Cancer Center at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware. The ACS CoC is a consortium
TidalHealth’s Walk-Up Flu Clinic at the Apple Scrapple Festival in Bridgeville is Saturday, October 11
TidalHealth’s annual Delaware Flu Clinic will be held in 2025 at the Apple Scrapple Festival on Saturday, October 11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the festival grounds in Bridgeville. Clinical teams providing the walk-up vaccinations will be located on the TidalHealth Community Wellness Van next to the firehouse. Seasonal trivalent flu vaccinations will be administered to individuals 8 years of age or older (8-17 please bring a parent or legal guardian to sign consent). The flu shot is designed to protect
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DGP Art Contest Under Way
In recognition of recovery month, the Dorchester Goes Purple invites students of all ages to decorate their own purple ribbon. One elementary, one middle, and one high school student will be selected to have their artwork featured on the DGP website and receive a gift card. All submissions will be displayed at local businesses throughout the county. Click here to get the form and for more information: https://dorchestergoespurple.org/dgp-art-contest Submissions due by September 30, 2025
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TidalHealth Foundation Launches Brooke’s Toy Closet at Atlantic General Hospital
TidalHealth cut the ribbon to open a new Brooke’s Toy Closet at Atlantic General Hospital on August 25. On the line were, from the left, Hillary Mozeik, Executive Assistant/Donor Relations Coordinator, Jackie Shockley, AGH Thrift Shop Co-Manager, Toni Keiser, AGH Vice President of Public Relations, Don Owrey, AGH President and CEO, Charleen Kuhblank, AGH Auxiliary President and Thrift Shop Co-Manager, Laurie Ondo, President, Brooke Mulford Foundation, Amy Mulford, Brooke’s Mother and Founder, Brooke
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Dr. Walker joins TidalHealth Postdoctoral Clinical Psychology Consortium
SALISBURY, MD. – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome McKenzie Walker, Psy.D., a clinical psychologist who cares for patients as part of the TidalHealth Postdoctoral Clinical Psychology Consortium. Dr. Walker earned her bachelor's degree in psychology from Millersville University of Pennsylvania, where she also completed a master's degree in clinical psychology. She later pursued an additional master's degree in clinical psychology, followed by a Doctorate of Psychology, at the Philadelphia College of
