MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center is a not-for-profit 400-bed community teaching hospital locat The patient is the first priority in everything we do.

Vision:
The trusted leader in caring for people and advancing health. Values:
Service: We strive to anticipate and meet the needs of our patients, physicians and co-workers. Patient First: We strive to deliver the best to every patient every day. Integrity: We communicate openly and honestly, build trust and conduct ourselves according to the highest ethical standards. Respect: We treat each individual, those we serve and those with whom we work, with the highest professionalism and dignity. Innovation: We embrace change and work to improve all we do in a fiscally responsible manner. Teamwork: System effectiveness is built on collective strength and cultural diversity of everyone, working with open communication and mutual respect. Parking: Street, Parking Lot, Valet

Founded: In 1898, eight physicians plant the roots of Franklin Square in Baltimore. With just 20 beds, it is the first hospital to open in the community of West Baltimore. Featured Awards:
· 2012 Delmarva Foundation Award for Quality Excellence
· Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
· U.S.News and World Report Best Hospitals
· ANCC Magnet Recognition

Quality Awards:
· The Joint Commission Hospital Accreditation
· Maryland Patient Safety Center (MPSC) Minogue Award
· American Heart/American Stroke Association's Gold Award
· Target Stroke Honor Roll
· Designated Aetna Institute of Quality for Orthopedic Care – Spine Surgery
· Stroke State Certification & Accreditation and The Joint Commission Disease Specific Care certification
· Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
· Institutional Accreditation, 5 years Continued Accreditation Service

Service Awards:
· 2010 Best Place to Work
· Breast-feeding-Friendly Workplace Award Environment
Environmental Awards:
· 2012 Partner for Change Award
· 2009 Practice Greenhealth Partner Recognition Award
· 2010 EPA Trailblazer Award

Company Overview
MedStar Franklin Square is the third-largest hospital in Maryland, with 347 licensed beds, Our emergency department treats more than 108,000 patients annually. With more than 3,000 skilled professionals, including over 1,000 nurses and 400 staff physicians, MedStar Franklin Square is one of the largest employers in Baltimore County. More than 750 independently practicing physicians have applied for privileges, choosing MedStar Franklin Square as their hospital of choice for surgical referrals, radiology and laboratory services.

02/10/2026

Do you consult “Dr. Google” or ChatGPT when you get sick? You’re not alone.

But how do you turn your concerns into meaningful conversations with your primary care or urgent care provider? 🤔 Watch this replay of our Facebook Live with Dr. Liz Delasobera to find out.

To learn more about the services offered by MedStar Health Urgent Care and MedStar Health Primary Care, please visit MedStarHealth.org/UrgentCare and MedStarHealth.org/PrimaryCare.

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Thanks to early detection and advanced treatments, ...
02/10/2026

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Thanks to early detection and advanced treatments, breast cancer is more survivable than ever. 🩷

Discover the life-saving power of early detection, how to calculate your personal risk, and how MedStar Health’s experts work together to provide patients with the best outcomes.

Click the link in the comments below to learn more.

About half of U.S. adults—120 million people—have high blood pressure. Of these, more than 75% don’t meet the guidelines...
02/06/2026

About half of U.S. adults—120 million people—have high blood pressure. Of these, more than 75% don’t meet the guidelines for “controlled” blood pressure, with regular readings of 130/80 mm HG or lower. Dr. Allen J. Taylor says we need a new approach—and a new procedure may be part of the puzzle.

Link in comments. ⬇️

Our celebration continues! ❤️ Take a look at the photos our associates and followers shared in support of heart health...
02/06/2026

Our celebration continues! ❤️ Take a look at the photos our associates and followers shared in support of heart health.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in raising awareness about cardiovascular disease and why it matters for women of all ages.

👉 Discover steps women can take to help prevent heart disease: http://ms.spr.ly/6181Q3pG5.

02/06/2026

We’re live on to discuss heart disease in women and why early awareness can save lives. ❤️

Joining us today are four leading experts from the MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute: Dr. Kerunne Ketlogetswe, Dr. Richa Gupta, Dr. Rimmy Farrakhan and Kerry Lynch, physician assistant. Apologies, Dr. Harrison, our cardiac surgeon, cannot join us due to an emergent case.

Drop your questions in the comments and join specialists from the MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute for the answers.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States—and it can affect women at any age. ❤️ Join u...
02/06/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States—and it can affect women at any age. ❤️

Join us live tomorrow at noon as we sit down five leading female providers from the MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute to discuss warning signs, risk factors, when to seek care, and more.

Have questions? Share them in the comments and tune in for answers.

👉 Ger a reminder: http://ms.spr.ly/6189QMq5T

We’re celebrating with tomorrow, Feb. 6! ❤️Why “Go Red”? Wearing red helps raise awareness that cardiovascular disea...
02/05/2026

We’re celebrating with tomorrow, Feb. 6! ❤️

Why “Go Red”? Wearing red helps raise awareness that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S. Too many women—especially younger women and women from diverse communities—remain unaware of their risk.

So, dress in your best red and share your photo with us in the comments! 💃

Cardio-obstetrics, a multidisciplinary care team, can partner with patients who have heart conditions before, during, an...
02/04/2026

Cardio-obstetrics, a multidisciplinary care team, can partner with patients who have heart conditions before, during, and after pregnancy to provide the best possible outcomes. Cardiologist Dr. Minhal Makshood explains more about the connections between heart health and pregnancy in our latest blog.

Link in the comments. ⬇️

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, and it can wreak havoc for a person with celiac disease. Learn about the symptoms to...
02/03/2026

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, and it can wreak havoc for a person with celiac disease. Learn about the symptoms to look for, path to diagnosis and how to manage unpleasant symptoms from our gastroenterologists in our latest blog.

Celiac disease is a common chronic condition that can develop at any age. Learn the symptoms, how to get diagnosed, and how to manage celiac disease.

02/02/2026

Breast reconstruction isn’t just about appearance—it’s about feeling whole again.

In this episode of “MedStar Health DocTalk,” our own Dr. Meghan Milburn, director of the Breast Center, discusses how restoring sensation after a mastectomy can improve comfort, safety, intimacy, and quality of life.

See the link in the comments to stream the podcast.

We’re still dealing with ice and frigid temperatures across our region after the recent storm. If you’re still digging o...
02/01/2026

We’re still dealing with ice and frigid temperatures across our region after the recent storm. If you’re still digging out, we hope you’re staying safe. ❤️ Hazardous conditions have made shoveling especially difficult, and it’s important to take precautions to avoid injury.

Dr. Miriam Fischer, emergency medicine physician, spoke with the Washington Post and shared tips on how to stay safe while clearing snow and ice.

Remember to dress in layers and wear shoes with proper tread to help prevent slips and falls. Dr. Fischer also emphasizes taking it slow: “You can overexert yourself and strain muscles.”

Read the full article in the comments below.

02/01/2026

Heart Health Awareness Month meets Black History Month ❤️

Meet our very own, Dr. Reginald Robinson, cardiologist and 2024 American Heart Association Physician of the Year. His advice? “Treat your body as you would a Bentley.”

We’re proud to partner with the Washington Wizards to elevate heart health awareness.

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Baltimore, MD
21237

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+14437777000

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Vision: The trusted leader in caring for people and advancing health. Values: Service: We strive to anticipate and meet the needs of our patients, physicians and co-workers. Patient First: We strive to deliver the best to every patient every day. The patient is the first priority in everything we do. Integrity: We communicate openly and honestly, build trust and conduct ourselves according to the highest ethical standards. Respect: We treat each individual, those we serve and those with whom we work, with the highest professionalism and dignity. Innovation: We embrace change and work to improve all we do in a fiscally responsible manner. Teamwork: System effectiveness is built on collective strength and cultural diversity of everyone, working with open communication and mutual respect.

Parking: Street, Parking Lot, Valet

Founded: In 1898, eight physicians plant the roots of Franklin Square in Baltimore. With just 20 beds, it is the first hospital to open in the community of West Baltimore.

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