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Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD, has received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Mercy’s achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections.

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Nine Mercy Medical Center nurses have been recognized as among “the best of the best” in the region by Baltimore magazine’s 7th annual “Excellence in Nursing Awards” survey, May 2021 issue.

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The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), Aliso Viejo, California, recently conferred a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence on the Critical Care Unit at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD.

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Mercy Health Services welcomes Teresa A. Hanyok, M.D., Taylor Shoffner, PA-C, Catina Russell-Helton, PA-C, and the Manchester Family Medicine practice. In operation for 50+ years, Manchester Family Medicine serves residents/communities of Manchester, MD, northeastern Carroll County and southern PA.

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Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD, will serve as Community Health Services Provider for Coppermine, the Baltimore-based sports group providing indoor and outdoor programs including soccer, lacrosse, baseball, football, gymnastics, dance, and more.

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Mercy Medical Center has performed its first TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) procedure this week, a clinically proven, minimally invasive and safe approach for high surgical risk patients who need carotid artery treatment. Mercy vascular surgeons Drs. Paul Lucas, Vincent Noori, and Gabriel Pereira performed the procedure.

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Drs. Armando Sardi, Vadim Gushchin, and Kurtis Campbell, Surgical Oncology Department at Mercy Medical Center, are regarded for their training and skills in utilizing HIPEC to treat advanced stages of abdominal cancer (peritoneal surface malignancies). New findings by a prestigious organization of clinicians adds to this reputation, placing Mercy’s program among the nation’s best.

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According to recent studies, an increase in the COVID-19 positivity rate correlates to an increase in mortality from non-coronavirus-related diseases including breast cancer. Researchers believe fear of contracting the virus compels patients to stay home instead of completing their radiotherapy regimens. However, Mercy Medical Center is countering this trend with a procedure called Targeted Intraoperative Radiotherapy.

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In PLOS Biology, a Stanford scientist ranked and published the top 2% of scientists (~150,000) from all fields of science based on their publication records, impact factor of the journal and the citation rates by other prominent investigators. Mercy’s Sergey V. Kantsevoy, M.D (top 0.5% in the world) and Paul J. Thuluvath, M.D (top 0.15% in the world) of The Institute for Digestive Health and Liver Disease (IDHLD) were noted among this 2% of all world scientists from all disciplines of science.

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Mercy Medical Center has been awarded an “A” in the Fall 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Mercy’s achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care.

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Nationally renowned gynecologic surgeon and leader of Mercy Medical Center’s prestigious gynecology and robotic surgery programs, Dr. Dwight Im is one of 18 physicians recognized in minimally invasive surgical techniques to perform livestream surgeries as part of the annual AAGL Global Congress.

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A total of 47 Mercy Medical Center physicians were recognized in Baltimore magazine’s November 2020 “Top Doctors” issue, representing 38 separate specialties, ranging from orthopedic surgery to weight management.

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After 22 years of in-person annual events, The Tyanna Foundation is presenting a new concept in 2020 whereby people can show their support in the battle against breast cancer by purchasing “BreastFest in a Bag.” The Tyanna Foundation has hosted successful cocktails-for-a-cause style events, raising funds for The Hoffberger Breast Center at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD, along with other organizations in their sister cities: Dewey Beach, DE, Philadelphia, PA; Athens, GA and South Jersey.

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A premier medical education opportunity for nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

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Six Mercy Medical Center nurses have been recognized as among “the best of the best” in the region by Baltimore magazine’s 6th annual “Excellence in Nursing Awards” survey, September 2020 issue.

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Stella Maris, a top-rated nursing and long-term care facility located in Timonium, MD, and part of Mercy Health Services, has officially opened the new $30 million Sister Mary Karen McNally, RSM, Rehabilitation Center.