Frederick Health

We're honored to be Magnet® recognized – again! Frederick Health has proudly received our second Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing expert, compassionate care. As our Vice President of Patient Care & Chief Nursing Officer, Jamie White, states: "Earning the Magnet® designation for the second time reinforces the exceptional care our dedicated team delivers to every patient, every day." A heartfelt congratulations to our Frederick Health team for their dedication to positively impact the well-being of every individual in our community. At Frederick Health, we're proud to be your trusted healthcare provider, delivering the highest standard of care. To learn more, visit frederickhealth.org/Magnet #ANCCMagnet #NursingExcellence #YourCommunityOfCare #YourHealthOurMission

Kim Rea, a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with Frederick Health Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab, was recently recognized for her positive and upbeat approach to patient care. Thank you Kim, for continuing to provide the highest quality care to our community. To learn more about Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab, visit frederickhealth.org/rehab #YourCommunityOfCare #RehabRockstars #FrederickCountyCare

On Tuesday, February 25th, members of the Frederick Health team gathered to hear a presentation on Greenmount Cemetery, a historically black cemetery that was once partially located on the grounds where Frederick Health Hospital now stands. Dr. Denise Rollins, a member of the Frederick Health Board shared her family connections to Greenmount Cemetery. Dr. Cheryl Cioffi, Chief Administrative Officer, discussed the history of Greenmount Cemetery and Frederick Health and the plans Frederick Health has to protect and preserve the hallowed grounds. The event also highlighted efforts of the Greenmount Cemetery Working Group, a collection of Frederick Health team members, community stakeholders, Greenmount Cemetery descendants, organizations like the NAACP and AARCH Society (African American Resources Cultural and Heritage Society), retired historians, preservationists, and civic planners. We look forward to continuing to share this poignant and important story. #FrederickCountyCare

We're thrilled to announce that Kristin Conley DO, the Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO) at Frederick Health, has been recognized as a top CMIO by Becker's Hospital Review! "Dr. Conley drives leading-edge digital health initiatives that enhance patient care, clinician efficiency, and health equity. Dr. Conley has led initiatives to incorporate social determinants of health data into patient records, using analytics-driven workflows to improve access to essential resources," wrote Anna Falvey, List Writer at Becker's Healthcare. Congratulations on this national recognition, Dr. Conley! We are proud of everything you do improve the care we provide to our patients🎉 To read more, visit: https://bit.ly/4i9CqMF #FrederickHealthHero #InnovativeLeader #AwardWinningCare

In honor of Black History Month, we spotlight Dr. Maurice Smith and the incredible mission of the Bourne-Vanguard Medical Society. Founded in honor of Dr. Ulysses Grant Bourne, the first black provider in Frederick County, this group focuses on the key principles of giving back to the community and mentorship. "The opportunities afforded to me are solely because I am able to stand on the shoulders of the heroes who came before; their courage in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds is never lost. The chance to continue the legacy of Dr. Ulysses Grant Bourne and his son Ulysses Grant Bourne Jr, in providing trusted care to all of Frederick County is a charge that I hold dear," said Dr. Smith, Thoracic Surgeon and Medical Director for Chest Surgery & Vice President, Bourne-Vanguard Medical Society. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackExcellence #YourCommunityofCare #YourHealthOurMission #StrongerTogether

We are proud to partner with community leaders to help strengthen the health and well-being of Frederick County. “Frederick Health is committed to working with Delegate Ken Kerr and the entire Frederick County delegation to improve the well-being of those we serve." said Susan Muma, Vice President, Strategic Marketing & Communication with Frederick Health.  Together we can make Frederick County healthier!

Congratulations to Dr. Sarkisian on this incredible achievement!    Thank you for your dedication to driving innovation in healthcare and enhancing patient care in our community.

Dr. S. Kashif Mahmood, a dedicated pulmonologist at Frederick Health, recently educated and empowered over 70 Girl Scouts about the dangers of smoking and vaping. "It was a privilege to speak to them. My hope is that by educating them on the long-term effects of smoking, they will be better equipped to handle the social pressures they face every day,” said Dr. Mahmood. Dr. Mahmood shared his insights in a blog titled "10 Facts You Need to Know About Vaping." Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/exNWEbKf

Over 160 community members and healthcare leaders gathered virtually and in person at the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) Public Input Session to share insights to help guide the health priorities for the 2025-2028 Local Health Improvement Process cycle. "This is a wonderful chance for all of us to share our voices and help shape our priorities for the next Local Health Improvement Planning cycle. By coming together, we can align our goals and make a bigger impact to improve the health and well-being of our community,” said Heather Kirby, Vice President of Integrated Care Delivery & Chief Population Health Officer with Frederick Health. We appreciate everyone who participated in shaping Frederick County's health initiatives in collaboration with the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County and the Frederick County Health Department. Thank you to those who attended and participated in this important event, including Frederick Health Board Member Denise Rollins, PhD, and Frederick Health team members, Patti Buckmaster, Lori Sprecher, Teri Heger, and Elexsis Gibson, the Executive Director of the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County, Malcolm Furgol and The Mayor of the City of Frederick, Michael O'Connor.

We are dedicated to providing quality care to our community. This improvement to our Frederick Health Village location is critical to ensure that we continue to serve our community.   We are grateful for this partnership and our dedicated team working on this project.   “The bottom line is we’re here to take care of our patients,” said Kristen Fletcher, Vice President of Compliance & Risk.