WVU Medicine

12/22/2025

As the eighth night of Hanukkah arrives, we honor the enduring light that symbolizes perseverance, healing, and hope. Across our health system, that light is reflected in the compassion of our teams and the trust of the communities we serve.

Wishing peace and continued light to all who celebrate.

12/18/2025

WVU Hospitals' MRI Education Program – a 12-month, hospital-based, certificate program that trains students through a combination of lecture-based coursework and hands-on clinical experiences – is the only one in the state accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

Part of WVU Hospitals’ Imaging Science Education Programs, this innovative, specialized training and education helps meet the increasing demand for skilled MRI technologists.

WVU Hospitals builds pipeline for MRI technologists through a 12-month certificate program combining classroom and clinical training in West Virginia.

12/15/2025

Nearly two and a half million Americans suffer with an inflammatory bowel disease, like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. But there is hope for remission for those living with these diseases. In this edition of the WVU Medicine Health Report, we’ll explore treatment paths to help you live a normal life with an inflammatory bowel disease.

Nearly two and a half million Americans suffer with an inflammatory bowel disease, like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. But there is hope for remissio...

12/15/2025

📣 Exciting news for Jackson County!

WVU Medicine Jackson General Hospital is investing $8.5 million to build a new, state-of-the-art cancer center on its Ripley campus, opening in early 2027. This project is supported by a generous $2.5 million gift from the Margaret Lynn Starcher Estate.

The new center will bring the expertise of the WVU Cancer Institute directly to the community – including advanced treatments, access to clinical trials, and seamless connections to specialists in Morgantown.

This investment means local patients can receive high-quality cancer care closer to home, surrounded by the support of family and friends.

💙 Proud to continue expanding access to cancer care across West Virginia.

12/10/2025

Incredible work from our teams in Morgantown and Parkersburg. This milestone is a powerful example of what connected, high-quality cancer care looks like — ensuring patients can stay close to home without sacrificing access to advanced treatments.

Grateful for the collaboration and expertise across our WVU Cancer Institute network that make moments like this possible.

Read more in the post below.

✨ We're proud to share a major milestone in connected cancer care across West Virginia. ✨

This fall, a patient received a hepatic arterial infusion (HAI) pump in Morgantown — a highly specialized treatment that delivers concentrated chemotherapy directly to the liver.

Thanks to collaboration between our teams in Morgantown and the WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center team, led by Sabir Hussain, MD, the patient can now receive all ongoing chemotherapy exchanges in Parkersburg, staying close to family and support systems.

This marks the first time WVU Cancer Institute experts have used this innovative therapy and highlights the power of our statewide network to bring advanced treatments to communities across the Mountain State.

The implant surgery was performed by Carl Schmidt, MD, chief of Surgical Oncology, who emphasized the importance of this collaboration in expanding cancer care throughout West Virginia and the Mid-Ohio Valley.

Together, our teams are delivering on a shared mission: world-class cancer care, close to home.

🔗Read the full story: https://wvumedicine.org/news-feed/news-article/WVU-Medicine/Press-Releases/wvu-cancer-institute-collaboration-expands-access-to-advanced-liver-cancer-treatment-at-camden-clark-medical-center/

12/09/2025

We’re proud to announce that four WVU Medicine hospitals have been named 2026 High Performing Hospitals for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report — the highest distinction awarded in this category.

Congratulations to:
• WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers (Martinsburg)
• Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center (Parkersburg)
• Garrett Regional Medical Center (Oakland, Maryland)
• WVU Hospitals (Morgantown)

This recognition reflects our commitment to providing exceptional, evidence-based care for families during one of life’s most meaningful moments. Thank you to our dedicated teams who make safe, high-quality maternity care possible for expectant parents across the region.

Read more here⬇️

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — WVU Medicine’s Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg; Camden Clark Medical Center in Parkersburg; Garrett Regional Medical Center in Oakland, Maryland; and WVU Hospitals in Morgantown were named

12/02/2025

WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group partnered with several community organizations to provide Thanksgiving meal boxes to Medicare patients facing food insecurity. With HEART funding from the Maryland Primary Care Program and support from Garrett Growers Co-Op, local ALL Produce stands, and regional farmer’s markets, 250 families in Oakland and LaVale received a complete “Thanksgiving in a box.” Students from Southern Garrett High School JROTC also volunteered to assist with the Oakland distribution.

Project lead Carol Wilson coordinated both the seasonal produce program and the Thanksgiving distribution, with support from Community Health Worker Sabrina Hinebaugh. Jessica Carr, Senior Manager of Clinic Operations at GRMC, praised the strong collaboration and community impact.

To help address food insecurity year-round, WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group partnered with Garrett Growers Co-Op during the July–November growing season to expand patient access to fresh, locally grown produce. Nearly 300 patients in Oakland and 90 in LaVale received monthly produce cards redeemable at the Mountain Fresh Farmer’s Market, local ALL Produce stands, and farmer’s markets across Garrett and Allegany counties. This initiative improves access to nutritious foods while supporting local farmers and strengthening the regional agricultural community.

“This initiative shows the power of teamwork and compassion,” said Mark Boucot, President & CEO of GRMC and PVH. “We’re proud to support our patients with access to nutritious food year-round.”

WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group remains committed to addressing food insecurity and strengthening the health of our community through ongoing partnerships and community engagement.

Pictured are representatives of WVU Medicine Garrett Medical Group, ALL Produce, Garrett Growers Co-Op, and the Southern Garrett High School JROTC program.

12/02/2025

Yesterday, Albert L. Wright, WVU Health System president and CEO, presented a $20,000 check to the Jessica Huffman Women’s Cancer Fund at the Marietta Community Foundation.

Created by Jessica Huffman, DNP, RN, CENP, FACHE, assistant vice president of nursing services for the WVU Health System and a cancer survivor , the fund provides vital support for women undergoing cancer treatment. During her own journey, Jessica saw firsthand how costly wigs and other essential items can be, often reaching $1,000 or more and rarely covered by insurance.

With compassion and a determination to help others feel more like themselves during an incredibly difficult time, Jessica established this fund to remove financial barriers for women in the Mid-Ohio Valley.

Thank you, Jessica, for your leadership, generosity, and unwavering commitment to the women in our community.

Pictured below, from left, are Britani Merritt, vice president, Marietta Community Foundation; Jessica Huffman, DNP, RN, CENP, FACHE, assistant vice president of nursing services, WVU Health System; and Albert L. Wright, president and CEO of WVU Health System

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from WVU Medicine!

Today and every day, we are grateful for the patients and families who trust us with their care and our dedicated team members who serve our communities with compassion.

To all of our providers, nurses, staff, students, and volunteers spending the holiday caring for others — thank you. Your commitment makes a difference in countless lives.

From our WVU Medicine family to yours, we wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving.💛💙

11/21/2025

The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, in partnership with Precision Neuroscience, continues to advance the future of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology.

The RNI recently completed its first extended in-human clinical study using the Layer 7 Cortical Interface, allowing researchers to safely monitor brain activity for up to 30 days. This builds on short-term procedures RNI previously pioneered — making our team the first in the United States to use this technology.

This work represents an important step toward long-duration, fully implantable BCI systems that could change what’s possible for patients with paralysis and other neurological conditions.

11/20/2025

Today, we proudly celebrate National Rural Health Day and honor the patients, providers, and communities that make our region so special.

Across the WVU Health System, our teams are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care close to home — ensuring that rural communities have access to the expertise, innovation, and support they deserve. From expanding access to specialty services to strengthening local hospitals, we are dedicated to helping our rural neighbors thrive.

Thank you to the caregivers, partners, and community members who make this mission possible every day.

11/20/2025

In observation of National Rural Health Day, six WVU Medicine hospitals have been recognized by The Chartis Center for Rural Health with 2025 Performance Leadership Awards for excellence in rural healthcare.

Barnesville Hospital – Patient Perspective
WVU Medicine Grant Memorial Hospital – Quality; Outcomes; Patient Perspective
Harrison Community Hospital – Quality
Jackson General Hospital – Patient Perspective
WVU Medicine Potomac Valley Hospital – Outcomes
Wetzel County Hospital – Outcomes

“Each of these facilities serves as an anchor in its community and is essential to our growing, interconnected network of care.” - Albert L. Wright, Jr., president and CEO of WVU Health System

Read the full story below.

In observation of National Rural Health Day (Nov. 20), six WVU Medicine hospitals have earned 2025 Performance Leadership Awards for excellence in rural healthcare.