TidalHealth is Pleased to Welcome Five New Specialists to the Health System
New Specialists Join TidalHealth:Patrick Donaghue, MD, provides surgical and nonsurgical care to patients with foot and ankle conditions, including sports injuries, arthritis, deformity correction, and fracture care at TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute. As the area's only fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon, Donaghue brings subspecialty expertise typically found at major academic centers to the local community, including total ankle replacement and minimally invasive techniques.
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - October 22, 2026
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For All Seasons Shines a Light on Postpartum Depression during Depression Awareness Month
New mother experiencing postpartum depression symptoms. According to recent research from the Cleveland Clinic, about 1 in 7 women with a recent live birth reported symptoms of postpartum depression, and the rate has been on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control report that a previous or family history of depression and little or no social support may put some women at higher risk. October is Depression Awareness Month, and For All Seasons is highlighting postpartum depression to help increase
For All Seasons to Host Free Lunch & Learn on Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety
For All Seasons will host a free community Lunch & Learn, Time & Distance Could Save a Life: An Introduction to CALM, on Wednesday, October 28, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at the organization’s Center for Learning, 111 E. Dover Street in Easton. Led by Lauren K. Weber, Chief Strategy Officer, and Lesa Mulcahy, Chief Clinical Officer, the session will introduce Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM), an evidence-informed approach to suicide prevention that focuses on creating time, distance, and safety
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - October 15, 2026
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DRI-Dock Recovery and Wellness Center is Moving, Will Be Closed Oct. 16-23
CAMBRIDGE, MD — DRI-Dock Recovery and Wellness Center will be moving in mid-October and will be closed for about a week as the center settles into its new location. DRI-Dock is moving to 614 Race St. in Cambridge. The location is the former home of One Mission Cambridge and is across the street from the health department. The center will be closed on Friday, Oct. 16, and from Monday, Oct. 19, through Friday, Oct. 23. During the closure, anyone needing peer support and care coordination should call
For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Maryland State Board of Elections Highlights Voter Confidentiality Initiatives
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Maryland State Board of Elections (SBE) is highlighting two initiatives designed to provide confidentiality to survivors of domestic violence so they can cast their ballots safely and securely. “Maryland’s confidentiality programs provides enhanced privacy to ensure that survivors of domestic violence can engage in the democratic process with confidence and peace of mind,” said State Administrator Jared DeMarinis. “Our goal is to provide these
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional awarded Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification from The Joint Commission
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional 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
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Primary Stroke Center at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton Earns Honors for Eleventh Consecutive Year
For the eleventh 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®-Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, as well as Get With The Guidelines®-Rural Stroke Gold, which recognize quality achievement. UM Shore Medical Center at Easton is a University of Maryland Shore Regional
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Brendan Goldup, PA-C, Joins The Orthopedic Center
The Orthopedic Center welcomes Brendan Goldup, PA-C, to its team of orthopedic providers. The Orthopedic Center is an affiliate medical practice of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Goldup brings extensive experience in orthopedic care, sports medicine and athletic training. Before joining The Orthopedic Center, Goldup served as an orthopedic physician assistant with Cape Cod Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Hyannis, Mass.,
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The Orthopedic Center Welcomes Olivia Haymans, MMS, PA-C
The Orthopedic Center recently welcomed Olivia Haymans, PA-C, to its team of orthopedic providers. The Orthopedic Center is an affiliate medical practice of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Haymans is a board-certified physician assistant with extensive experience in orthopedic surgery and patient care. She brings more than five years of clinical experience to The Orthopedic Center, including orthopedic surgery experience at
Lung cancer screenings offered Saturday, Nov. 14
High-risk current or former cigarette smokers can get screened for lung cancer on National Lung Cancer Screening Day — Saturday, Nov. 14 — in Salisbury, Berlin and Seaford. These Saturday sessions are being added to assist people who might not be able to attend regular weekday screenings but are not free of charge. Most insurances are accepted, and eligibility requirements will be shared prior to signing up. Those without health insurance coverage are still encouraged to call and speak with a TidalHealth
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - October 1, 2026
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TidalHealth announces 2025 Team Members of the Year
SALISBURY, Md., and SEAFORD, Del. — TidalHealth is pleased to announce the following four Team Members of the Year. The 2025 award year covers three quarters of 2025 and the first of 2026: TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 2025 Clinical Team Member of the Year Brittany Bell of the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 2025 Clinical Team Member of the Year. Bell, a unit secretary, provides a bright smile on a busy shift, is always ready to offer a kind word of encouragement, and asks team members
2026 New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome five new primary care and specialty practitioners to the health system. Maria Henriquez, MD, provides care at TidalHealth Primary Care in Seaford, Delaware. A member of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), Henriquez brings extensive clinical, leadership, volunteer, quality improvement, and research experience to her practice. She is committed to providing evidence-based care while building meaningful relationships with her patients and their
TidalHealth to hold Infant Loss Memorial Walk Oct. 15 in Salisbury
SALISBURY – October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, remember babies lost during pregnancy or infancy, and to support families who’ve experienced loss and let them know they are not alone. In observance of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day on Oct. 15, TidalHealth’s Special Treasures Are Remembered (STAR) program will host an Infant Loss Memorial Walk at 5:30 pm at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, MD 21801. The event will
TidalHealth to host trunk-or-treat events across Delmarva
BERLIN, CRISFIELD, SALISBURY & SEAFORD – TidalHealth will again host free trunk-or-treat events in Berlin, Crisfield, Salisbury and Seaford. Families are invited to attend the location most convenient for them to enjoy festive fun, creative costumes, plenty of candy and meaningful connections with TidalHealth team members and community partners. Parents are responsible for the supervision of their children at these events. Designated public parking will be available at each event. No public
SOLE STRENGTH TRANSFORMS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVOR STORIES INTO ART
Art auction opens September 15 for advance viewing and bidding EASTON, MD — September 10, 2026 — The Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence (MSCFV) will present SOLE Strength, a first-of-its-kind public art exhibition created for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. More than 20 artists have transformed anonymous survivor stories and pairs of shoes connected to pivotal moments in their journeys into original works of art. The exhibition offers the public an opportunity to see, hear and reflect on the
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - September 24, 2026
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TidalHealth to host Pink Ribbon Walk on Oct. 5
SEAFORD – On Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, the community is invited to join TidalHealth and the City of Seaford for the annual Pink Ribbon Walk. The walk kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Western Sussex County and brings community members together to raise awareness about breast cancer, honor cancer survivors, and recognize the loved ones who have stood beside them throughout their journey. The walk begins at 4:30 pm at the TidalHealth Allen Cancer Center, 701 Middleford Road, Seaford, DE 19973.
TidalHealth Mobile Mammography screenings for October 2026
SOMERSET, SUSSEX, WICOMICO and WORCESTER counties — TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings 3D breast cancer screenings directly to communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, helping reduce barriers to care and improve access to early detection close to home. The program will offer the following screening events in October 2026:Oct. 1: 10 am to 2:30 pm at Vernon Powell Shoes, 2401 E. Naylor Mill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804.Oct. 7: 10 am to 3 pm at the Crisfield Library, 100 Collins St., Crisfield, MD
Get ready for Pleasant Holidays to come for 2026
Planning your decorating ideas for the holidays? Making your Christmas list? The “Pleasant Holidays Tricky Tray” is a great place to begin! The third annual event will be held at Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care on Sunday, November 22, at 2474 Cambridge Beltway, from 2-4 p.m. Handmade wreaths will be featured as well as centerpieces and tabletop trees. Gift certificates, gift baskets and items donated by area businesses will accompany the selection of handcrafted items. A sheet of 20 tickets costs
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - September 10, 2026
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Susan Elerding takes on expanded role in clinical quality and infection prevention
SALISBURY, Maryland — TidalHealth recently announced the promotion of Susan Elerding, MHA, RN, CPHQ, CSSBB, to Senior Director of Clinical Quality and Infection Prevention. Elerding brings 37 years of experience with TidalHealth and a distinguished career spanning bedside nursing, information technology, clinical performance improvement, and clinical quality. Her extensive experience and deep understanding of the organization position her well to provide strategic leadership for TidalHealth’s continued
MAC to Offer Free Cancer: Thriving and Surviving Workshop
SALISBURY, MD. – The MAC Inc. Cancer Survivorship Program will offer a free six-week Cancer: Thriving and Surviving workshop for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. The workshop will be held on Tuesdays from Sept. 29 through Nov. 3, 2026, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at MAC, located at 909 Progress Circle in Salisbury. Developed by Stanford University, this self-management program gives participants practical tools to better manage the physical and emotional challenges of cancer while leading
TidalHealth to hold grand opening and ribbon cutting Oct. 2 at Nylon Capital Center
SEAFORD – Members of the media and community are invited to join TidalHealth for a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at 9 am on Friday, Oct. 2, for TidalHealth Peninsula Orthopaedic Institute and TidalHealth Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the Nylon Capital Center, 1036 W. Stein Highway, Seaford, DE 19973. The facility is part of the ongoing revitalization of the former Nylon Capital Shopping Center, a 22-acre redevelopment on Stein Highway designed to bring healthcare, education, coworking
UM Shore Medical Group-Pediatrics Announces New Chestertown Location, Welcomes Kristen Mumford, MD
Kristen Mumford, MD, a board-certified pediatrician with more than 15 years of experience caring for children and families, is joining UM Shore Medical Group-Pediatrics and will provide pediatric primary care at the practice’s new Chestertown location, 6602 Church Hill Road, Suite 400, Chestertown, which opened Tuesday, September 8. UM SMG is an affiliate medical practice of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. The
Walk Maryland Day is set for Wednesday, October 7, 2026 - Join in for the Goal
It’s time to lace up, step out, and bring some POSITIVITY to our community! The Food is Medicine/Chronic Disease Program at the Dorchester County Health Department is excited to officially kick off WALKTOBER on Walk Maryland Day and Walk & Roll to School Day—Wednesday, October 7, 2026! 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. October in Maryland is recognized as WALKTOBER—a month-long celebration dedicated to walking, rolling, pedestrian safety, and active transportation. This October, Maryland is taking steps toward a
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - September 10, 2026
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TidalHealth set to host free community flu clinics across Delmarva
Sussex, Wicomico and Worcester Counties – TidalHealth will host several free flu clinics throughout the Delmarva community. These clinics are open to anyone age 8 and older. Individuals younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to provide consent. The vaccine administered is a trivalent seasonal influenza vaccine; high-dose flu vaccines will only be offered at events specified below. If you think a high-dose vaccine may be appropriate for you, please speak with your primary care
TidalHealth to host free drive-thru flu clinics across Delmarva
Since 1994, TidalHealth has held annual drive-thru flu clinics during the fall season, making it easy for community members to protect themselves against seasonal influenza without ever leaving their vehicles. Participants simply drive up, roll up a sleeve and receive their flu shot from the comfort and convenience of their car. TidalHealth’s flu clinics are free and open to anyone age 8 and older. Individuals younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to provide consent. The
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - September 3, 2026
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TidalHealth community health events for September 2026
Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for September 2026: Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning webinar: Sept. 8 Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar. Join: Use this link to join the webinar.Virtual grief support group: Sept. 8 Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30 to 7:30 pm, via virtual meeting. Join: Use this link to join the meeting. Learn more: 410-629-6848
MAC Expands Soles for Seniors into Senior Fest
SALISBURY, MD. - MAC, the non-profit, state-designated agency that provides services and information to older adults at the local level, invites the community to celebrate wellness, connection and active living at the inaugural Senior Fest on Saturday, Oct. 3rd, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at MAC, located at 909 Progress Circle in Salisbury. Presented by Visiting Angels, Senior Fest expands MAC’s annual Soles for Seniors fundraiser into a free, family-friendly celebration for older adults, caregivers, families
For All Seasons Hosts a Variety of Activities for Suicide Prevention Month 2026
For the past 10 years, each September, For All Seasons has launched its annual “No Matter What… You Matter” suicide prevention campaign. The agency is holding several events in September to educate the community about suicide and this year’s theme, “What if I’m Fine isn’t the whole story?” For All Seasons’ free community Speaker Series will be the centerpiece for September activities. This year, acclaimed guest speaker and author Annie Brewster, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School
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UM Shore Regional Health Welcomes New Director of Quality, Patient Safety and Regulatory Programs
Caleb A. Taylor, MHA, CPHQ, recently joined UM Shore Regional Health as the new Director of Quality, Patient Safety, and Regulatory Programs. University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Taylor joins the organization with a strong background in healthcare quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, accreditation and healthcare operations. Throughout his career, he has been committed to advancing high-reliability
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - August 27, 2026
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UM Shore Medical Group-Pediatrics at Easton Welcomes Christina Dorrian, DO
Christina Dorrian, DO EASTON, Md. (August 26, 2026) – Christina Dorrian, DO, has joined UM Shore Medical Group – Pediatrics at Easton, a medical practice of the University of Maryland Shore Medical Group (UM SMG). Dr. Dorrian is a board-certified pediatrician with experience providing primary care to children and their families. UM SMG is an affiliate medical practice of the University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. Dr.
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health Celebrates Community, Connection and Breastfeeding Supp
EASTON, Md. (August 24, 2026) – In recognition of World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month, UM Shore Regional Health’s Birthing Center recently brought breastfeeding and pumping families together for a Lactation Celebration focused on community, connection and support. UM Shore Regional Health is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. The event provided an opportunity for families to gather, share stories, celebrate milestones, ask questions and connect with
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - August 20, 2026
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For All Seasons Partners with Local Groups for First-Ever Eastern Shore First Responder Peer Support
“Supporting Those Who Answer the Call” will be the focus of the first-ever Eastern Shore First Responder Peer Support Symposium, a free event bringing together first responders, peer support leaders, and behavioral health professionals from across Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The symposium will take place Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Chesapeake College’s Todd Performing Arts Center in Wye Mills. The event will focus on strengthening peer support, sharing best practices, and
Shore United Bank Opens New ATM In Oxford, MD
Shore United Bank is proud to announce the opening of a full-service ATM at 104 Factory Street in Oxford, Maryland. The new ATM provides convenient banking access for residents and businesses in the Oxford area. "As we celebrate our 150th Anniversary as a bank, our new ATMs in Oxford and Tilghman are great examples of our unwavering commitment to the communities we serve," says Abby Graves, Municipal Relationship Manager at Shore United Bank. The new ATM provides Oxford residents and visitors with 24/7
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - August 13, 2026
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Fundraising for new University of Maryland Shore Regional Health MRI Machine Surpasses $1.5 Million
Pictured (left to right) are UM Chester River Health Foundation Board members Kristin Owen, Sue Edson, Libby Woolever, Chair, Clara Rankin, and Michael Faust, Vice Chair, with Zack Royston, Vice President, Rural Health Care Transformation and Executive Director of UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, second from left. CHESTERTOWN, Md. (August 12, 2026) - Fundraising for new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown (UM SMC) has topped $1.5 million,
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - August 7, 2026
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Choptank Health celebrates National Health Center Week by recognizing local impact across Maryland's Mid-Shore
Caroline County Commission Vice-President Larry Porter, left, and President J. Travis Breeding, right, present a National Health Center Week proclamation to Choptank Community Health System President and CEO Sara Rich, center. The proclamation recognizes Choptank Health’s critical role in providing affordable, comprehensive health care and strengthening communities across Maryland's Mid-Shore. Choptank Community Health System is joining community health centers nationwide in celebrating National Health
News Release: 8/3/2026Kita Douglas presented with Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award for 2026
Kita Douglas (center) with Jessica Hales, Vice President, TidalHealth Foundation (left) and Kathryn Fiddler, Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Vice President of Population Health (right).SALISBURY, MD — Kita Douglas, the Lead Patient Service Representative at the TidalHealth Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic in Salisbury, Maryland was recently presented with the 2026 Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award by members of TidalHealth’s leadership
Kita Douglas presented with Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award for 2026
Kita Douglas (center) with Jessica Hales, Vice President, TidalHealth Foundation (left) and Kathryn Fiddler, Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, TidalHealth Nanticoke and Vice President of Population Health (right). Kita Douglas, the Lead Patient Service Representative at the TidalHealth Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic in Salisbury, Maryland was recently presented with the 2026 Leighton Moore Helping Hands Award by members of TidalHealth’s leadership team and the
For All Seasons to Host Back-to-School Resource Fair and School Supplies Giveaway
A student receives a new backpack from a volunteer at last year’s Back-to-School Resource Fair For All Seasons will host its annual School Supplies Giveaway and Resource Fair on Wednesday, August 12, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Easton Elks Lodge #1622. The free community event will provide hundreds of local students with backpacks filled with school supplies, helping students and families begin the school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn. The Talbot County Department of Social Services
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - July 30, 2026
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For All Seasons Offers Tips for Dealing with Summer Seasonal Affective Disorder
For All Seasons offers tips for dealing with summer Seasonal Affective Disorder. As temperatures rise and the days grow longer, some people experience a form of depression known as summer-pattern Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). While Seasonal Affective Disorder is most commonly associated with the shorter, darker days of winter, a smaller number of people experience depressive symptoms during the spring and summer months. Although less common than winter-pattern SAD, summer-pattern SAD is a recognized
Kathryn Fiddler to take on expanded leadership role at TidalHealth
SEAFORD, Del. — Kathryn Fiddler, DNP, MBA, MSN, RN, FNAP, will soon assume an expanded leadership role as vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer of TidalHealth Nanticoke. Fiddler has served as TidalHealth’s vice president of population health since early 2018. She will retain that system-level role, which includes responsibility for population health and case management, when she begins her new position Aug. 3. “I am honored to take on this expanded role and excited about the
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - July 23, 2026
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TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors its 1st Quarter 2026 Team Members of the Quarter
SALISBURY — TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 1st Quarter 2026 Team Members of the Quarter:Administrative & Support Services: Kristopher Chandler, EVS Kristopher Chandler is an environmental services (EVS) aide at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. Chandler has been a valued member of the EVS team for nearly 10 years and has approached every room with the same level of care and attention since his first day. A recent interaction with a fellow team member
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - July 16, 2026
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TidalHealth Peninsula Regional earns Maryland Star of Life Award
SALISBURY— TidalHealth Peninsula Regional's Emergency Department has received the Maryland Star of Life Award from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) for its outstanding emergency department throughput, particularly for patients arriving by emergency medical services (EMS), while managing high patient volumes. MIEMSS Executive Director Ted Delbridge, MD, and Maryland State Emergency Medical Services Board Chairman Clay Stamp, NRP, presented the award Wednesday, July
TidalHealth Mobile Mammography screenings for July 2026
SOMERSET, SUSSEX, WICOMICO and WORCESTER counties — TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings 3D breast cancer screenings directly to communities across the Delmarva Peninsula, helping reduce barriers to care and improve access to early detection close to home. The program will offer the following screening events in July 2026: July 14: 10 am to 3 pm at the Worcester County Library Pocomoke Branch, 401 5th St., Unit 100, Pocomoke City, MD 21851. July 15: 10 am to 2:30 pm at TidalHealth McCready
TidalHealth Mobile Mammography brings lifesaving breast cancer screenings to communities across Delm
TidalHealth announced the public launch of TidalHealth Mobile Mammography, a new mobile breast imaging service that will travel throughout Delmarva, bringing lifesaving 3D mammograms directly into neighborhoods, workplaces and community gathering places. TidalHealth Mobile Mammography represents a new model for delivering preventive healthcare — bringing high-quality breast cancer screening, patient navigation and community partnerships directly into neighborhoods across Delmarva. Delmarva is fortunate
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - July 9
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For All Seasons Brings Peaceful Pours to Plein Air
Over the past few years, For All Seasons has been involved with Plein Air Easton, raising awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness among the artists and guests participating in this annual competition. This year, as For All Seasons administrative offices and its Center for Learning have moved to a new location at 111 E. Dover Street, adjacent to the Tidewater Inn, the agency is hosting a porch party on Friday, July 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. as Plein Air Easton kicks off its 10-day
TidalHealth Nanticoke and TidalHealth Peninsula Regional recognized for commitment to excellence in rural heart attack care
TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Coronary Artery Disease Rural Recognition Silver recognition for its commitment to providing rapid, research-based care for people experiencing a specific type of heart attack known as an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), considered more severe and life-threatening than other types of heart attacks. In addition, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, in Salisbury, Maryland, has received
New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
TidalHealth is pleased to welcome four new practitioners to the health system.Kimberly Young-Conner, ARNP Kimberly Young-Conner, ARNP provides pediatric care at TidalHealth Pediatrics in Berlin, Maryland. Young-Conner received her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, where she also earned her Master of Science in nursing. She has more than two decades of clinical experience as a certified pediatric nurse practitioner in the primary care setting. She is a
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - July 2, 2026
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The Orthopedic Center welcomes Jennifer Dyott, DNP, to Osteoporosis Clinic
The Orthopedic Center (TOC), a partner of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), announces the appointment of Jennifer Dyott, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, to the Osteoporosis Clinic, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis and osteopenia. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System. For the past 10 years, Dyott has served as a nurse practitioner at UM Shore Medical Group - Women's Health. At TOC, Dyott works closely with patients to
Gateway Subaru and Blood Cancer United support TidalHealth cancer patients
A simple act of comfort is bringing warmth and encouragement to local cancer patients, thanks to a continued partnership between Blood Cancer United and Subaru retailers nationwide. As part of the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative, Gateway Subaru of Delmar again partnered with the Blood Cancer United Mid-Atlantic Region to deliver cozy blankets and heartfelt messages of hope to TidalHealth cancer patients to keep them warm and lift their spirits during infusion treatments. TidalHealth oncology patients
Get Ready for 2026 Christmas in July Sale at English Hall
Get ready to start your Christmas shopping early! The Annual 'Christmas in July' Sale with the Eastern Shore Hospital Center Auxiliary will be happening on Wednesday, July 22 and Thursday, 23 of 2026 in English Hall from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. both days. No worries about getting hungry while you're there on Wednesday, July 22, the Taqueria Floritas and Simmons Market 'Scoops' Food Trucks will be on site the entire time from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This event always has high quality items to shop for, so
Mission Continues for Veterans and Military Families Through For All Seasons
Earlier this year, the Board of Directors of the Veteran and Military Support Alliance (VAMSA) made the difficult decision to close the organization after carefully considering its long-term sustainability. While VAMSA concluded its independent operations on June 30, 2026, the Board was committed to ensuring its mission would continue. To preserve the services and support that veterans, service members, and military families depend on, the Board approached For All Seasons Behavioral Health and Rape Crisis
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - June 25, 2026
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TidalHealth community health events for July 2026
Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for July 2026: Systemwide events Advance care planning webinar: July 14•Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar.•Join: Use this link to join the webinar. Virtual grief support group: July 14•Time/location: Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 6:30 to 7:30 pm, via virtual meeting.•Join: Use this link to join the meeting.•Learn more: 410-629-6848 or
For All Seasons Recognizes Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month is recognized each June to help bring awareness to PTSD and the treatments available to help with the disorder. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), PTSD is slightly more common among veterans than civilians. The agency reports that 7% of veterans will have PTSD versus 6% of civilians in their lifetime. PTSD is also more common among female veterans, with 13% of female veterans versus 6% of male veterans experiencing PTSD in their
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - June 18, 2026
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Coastal Hospice Announces Virtual Dementia Training
Coastal Hospice is proud to announce Director of Business Development Lauren Blair, LMSW, VDTCT, DACE Coach pioneering as the first Virtual Dementia Tour® (VDT) Certified Trainer in Maryland. The VDT® is the original patented, evidence-based scientific method of building a greater understanding of dementia by building awareness and empathy in individuals caring for people living with dementia. Lauren shares how this eye-opening experience truly transformed the way she and many others think about
TidalHealth hosting Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program interviews June 16
TidalHealth is proud to announce its participation as an official partner in the Maryland Corps/Service Year Option Program, a statewide initiative designed to provide meaningful service opportunities for young adults while strengthening workforce pipelines across Maryland. Beginning June 1, 2026, the application window will open for eligible participants. This program offers individuals ages 18 to 24 the opportunity to engage in a nine-month, paid service experience. Participants will gain critical
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - June 11, 2026
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Baywater Women's Clinic is Expanding Care for Women
The Baywater Women's Clinic of Easton is excited to announce that Women's Wellness Days are coming to Baywater Women's Clinic this July! Now scheduling appointments for qualified patients for: Breast Exams, Pelvic Exams, Pap Smears, STI Screenings Our professional medical team is here to provide compassionate, confidential care at no cost to qualified patients. Call today to schedule your appointment: 410-822-3311 For the BOYS - The Baywater Women's Clinic is again hosting, and sponsored by the
Salisbury- New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome four new practitioners to the health system.Lorren Donmoyer, MD Lorren Donmoyer, MD provides expert care at TidalHealth Primary Care in Ocean View, Delaware. Dr. Donmoyer earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He completed his residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Donmoyer is a board-certified physician who has cared for patients locally on the Eastern Shore
TidalHealth ALS Clinic recertified as Recognized Treatment Center
The ALS Association has recertified the ALS Clinic at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional as a Recognized Treatment Center®, a distinction that recognizes TidalHealth’s ability to provide coordinated multidisciplinary care for individuals diagnosed with the progressive neurological disease commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. To achieve recognition as a Recognized Treatment Center®, the clinic at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional must meet and maintain a set of established standards. These include a
The Dorchester Chamber Connection - June 4, 2026
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eNews & Events - May 28, 2026 - June 11, 2026
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TidalHealth community health events for June 2026
Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for June 2026: Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning webinar: June 9 Second Tuesday of each month at 1 pm via webinar.Use this link to join the webinar.Virtual grief support group: June 9 Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 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 TidalHealth
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TidalHealth Atlantic earns Pathway to Excellence designation
TidalHealth Atlantic has earned the distinguished Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a national honor that recognizes healthcare organizations for creating a healthy, empowering work environment where nurses thrive. This designation is a global credential that highlights TidalHealth Atlantic’s commitment to fostering a positive practice environment by engaging nurses at every level, encouraging shared decision-making and providing the resources
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TidalHealth Celebrates National Volunteer Week
As part of National Volunteer Week, TidalHealth held a Volunteer Appreciation Celebration on April 20 at 1945 Steak & Seafood in Ocean City to recognize nearly 500 volunteers who support the health system’s three hospitals and ancillary services. Steven Leonard, president and CEO of TidalHealth; Penny Short, senior vice president and president of TidalHealth Nanticoke; and Don Owrey, senior vice president and president of TidalHealth Atlantic, joined members of the hospital boards, the TidalHealth
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s 2026 Nurse Excellence Awards Presented at Tidewater Inn
2026 UM Shore Regional Health Nurse Excellence Award winners with Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services Danielle Wilson, are shown (l. to r.): Haley Setter, Abigail Smith, Alexandra Cavey, Megan Robertson, Brianna Chester, Danielle Wilson, Yassine Zidour and Angela Lord (NEA Winners 2026) Brianna Chester, UM Shore Regional Health 2026 Nurse of the Year (center) is shown with Amie Hoffmann, Director, UM Shore Medical Group – Behavioral Health who presented the award
MAC to Host Annual Cancer Survivor Celebration on June 4
SALISBURY, MD - MAC, Your Area Agency on Aging, will host its annual Cancer Survivor Celebration on Thursday, June 4, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at MAC, located at 909 Progress Circle in Salisbury. This free community event is held in recognition of National Cancer Survivors Day, observed each year on the first Sunday in June. The celebration offers survivors, families, caregivers, and community members a meaningful opportunity to honor life, celebrate hope, and recognize the resilience of those impacted
University of Maryland Shore Regional Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center at Easton Earns Echocardiograhy Reaccreditation by IAC
EASTON, Md. (May 7, 2026) – University of Maryland Shore Regional Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center at Easton recently was granted a three-year term of re-accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in Echocardiography in the area of Adult Transthoracic. This latest re-accreditation demonstrates the facility’s ongoing commitment to providing quality patient care in echocardiography for the past 25 years. UM Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is a member organization of the University of
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TidalHealth Atlantic earns an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog
TidalHealth Atlantic earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This is the third consecutive reporting period in which the Berlin hospital received an “A” grade. “Patient safety is built through consistency and teamwork, supported by a culture that fosters learning and a relentless commitment to getting better each day,” said Don Owrey, MBA, FACHE, president of TidalHealth Atlantic. “Achieving an ‘A’ rating multiple
Sole Strength Calls on Artists to Give Form to Domestic Violence Survivor Stories Through Art
May 5, 2026 — The Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence (MSCFV) announces Sole Strength, a powerful, immersive art experience that transforms the unseen journeys of domestic violence survivors into stories that can be felt, seen, and shared through art. Alongside this announcement, MSCFV is issuing an open call for artists across disciplines to participate in this meaningful community exhibition. Sole Strength invites artists working in painting, sculpture, woodwork, metal, fiber, mixed media, and beyond to
Welcome new primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome seven new practitioners to the health system. Mindy Lane, DO, FACOS, FASMBS, ACC Mindy Lane, DO FACOS, FASMBS, ACC is a da Vinci-certified surgeon who provides care at TidalHealth General Surgery in Salisbury and TidalHealth Endoscopy Center in Ocean Pines, Maryland. Dr. Lane received her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her surgical internship at Ingham Regional Medical Center in
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UM SRH Names Tyson Werner Director of Supply Chain and Logistics
University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System, is pleased to announce the promotion of Tyson Werner, PMP to Director of Supply Chain and Logistics. Werner brings a strong track record of operational leadership, financial stewardship and supply chain optimization to his new role. He has been serving as Interim Director of Materials Management, where he led procurement, distribution and inventory management across UM SRH’s
For All Seasons Expands Community Mental Health Education During Mental Health Awareness Month
Pictured, left to right, are Javana Bowser, Senior Match Support Specialist at Talbot Mentors, with Lauren Weber, Chief Strategy Officer at For All Seasons. For All Seasons recently partnered with Talbot Mentors to help family members/caregivers learn new tools related to children’s mental health issues. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For All Seasons is celebrating with a focus on the theme “Strong Communities Begin with Connection,” as the agency introduces a range of resources through its Center
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New primary care practitioners and specialists join TidalHealth
SALISBURY – TidalHealth is pleased to welcome eight new practitioners to the health system. Jeffrey Cope, MD provides care at TidalHealth Cardiovascular Surgery in Salisbury, Maryland. Dr. Cope received his medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. He later completed his residency in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery at the University of Virginia Health Sciences Center in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Cope is
TidalHealth community health events for May 2026
Somerset, Sussex, Wicomico, Worcester Counties – TidalHealth announces the following educational event calendar for May 2026: Systemwide eventsAdvance care planning session: May 12 Second Tuesday of each month, 1 pm via virtual meeting.Use this link to join the webinar. Grief virtual support group: May 12 Second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted), 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
Luzano named TidalHealth’s April 2026 Marc McDonald Awardee
TidalHealth is pleased to announce that Genevieve Luzano, physical therapist at TidalHealth Nanticoke in Seaford, Delaware, is the April 2026 recipient of the Marc McDonald Award. Luzano was recognized by a TidalHealth team member for her professionalism, compassion and commitment to the healing and well-being of TidalHealth’s patients:“Genevieve truly embodies the spirit and dedication that the Marc McDonald Service Award was created to recognize. She is compassionate and deeply committed to her
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