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February 28, 2025
By Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, MD
When something horrible happens, feeling sad, worried, or angry is a natural response. Disasters and tragedies can be distressing for victims, first-responders, and people watching news and social me...
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September 24, 2021
A former patient of mine had psoriasis symptoms that were so severe they couldn’t work or drive due to thick, painful plaques on their hands. I prescribed a biologic therapy—a medication that targets...
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September 17, 2021
For years, the main goal of prostate cancer surgery was to get rid of the cancer, potentially adding years of life. But advances in prostate cancer screening and treatment have led to radical shifts ...
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August 11, 2021
By Sarah Heins, Medical Student, COVID Recovery Program
As the status of the COVID-19 virus in the United States continues to improve amidst widespread vaccinations and the fresh outdoor air of the warm summer months, many people’s lives are beginning...
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August 04, 2021
By Andrew Radu, MD, MBE, Psychiatrist at MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Did you know that most Olympic hopefuls begin intense training in their sport before their tenth birthday? After years of unrelenting pressure and stress related to athletic performance, it shoul...
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July 05, 2021
By MedStar Health Research Institute
The first virtual MedStar Health Teaching and Research Scholars Capstone program was held on Thursday, May 20th to celebrate education, innovation, and scholarship from our Teaching & Research Sch...
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July 02, 2021
By Elspeth Cameron Ritchie, MD
After more than a year of COVID-19 social restrictions, the U.S. pivoted from “you’re safer at home” to “get vaccinated and get back in action!” within a matter of weeks. For some, the change was...