MedStar Health Blog

If you notice a palpable lump or bulge in your abdomen or groin, it could be a hernia. The most common types of hernias occur when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal or in...

As a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, I’m well-versed in helping other patients understand if and when they should consider knee replacement surgery. But when I became a patient undergoing the same...

Bariatric surgery can be a safe and effective way for eligible patients to lose life-changing weight and reclaim their health. Weight loss surgery involves making the stomach smaller, which reduces h...

End-of-life care is often misunderstood, causing many people who would benefit from the Medicare-covered services to delay seeking hospice care. Contrary to the stigma associated with hospice, choosi...

When burning, stabbing, or shooting joint pain keeps you up at night or prevents you from doing the activities you love, nerve pain around the joint may be to blame. Orthopedic sports injuries and ch...

If you have pain in or around your joints, it could be caused by arthritis, bursitis, or tendonitis. All three conditions can interfere with your ability to participate in everyday activities or the ...