GBMC - Greater Baltimore Medical Center

04/07/2026

Meaningful lessons in healthcare happen in every setting. After spending the day shadowing Gilchrist home care nurse Delores Williams, Dr. Gopalakrishnan reflects on what her work reveals about presence, trust, and caring for patients and families.

Plus, meet Darcy McLean, BSN, RN, CMSRN, in this week’s Employee Spotlight.

🔗 https://www.gbmc.org/better-together/what-delores-taught-me

04/07/2026

It's National Cancer Registrars Week! Thank you to our cancer registry professionals for collecting the important data that helps cancer researchers, healthcare providers and public health officers better monitor and advance cancer treatments.

04/07/2026

10 days until Walk A Mile. Still time to register. Still time to start a team. Still time to be part of Year 11. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4rHEekk

04/06/2026

🚨 NEW PODCAST ALERT 🚨

A new episode of the Practical Parenting podcast has been released. The Practical Parenting podcast is hosted by Theresa Nguyen, MD, MS, FAAP, Chair of Pediatrics at GBMC HealthCare, and co-host Krystina Wales.

The concept of neurodivergence has become much more mainstream, with more people openly discussing how their brains process information and experience the world. But while awareness has grown, many systems are still built with a “traditional” brain in mind, leaving parents navigating how best to support children who think and learn differently. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Brad Schlaggar, President and CEO of Kennedy Krieger Institute, to explore what neurodiversity really means and how parents can support children who think and learn differently.

Subscribe to our "Practical Parenting" podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts (Amazon Music, Apple, Spotify, and YouTube).

🔗 www.gbmc.org/podcast

04/06/2026

April 5-11 is Occupational Health Nurses Week. Join in celebrating our occupational health nursing professionals who create a culture of health and safety in the workplace daily. Make sure to thank OHNs today!

04/06/2026

Please join us in recognizing Patient Access Week, observed April 5–11, as we celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of our healthcare access professionals. This year’s theme, “Innovative Access: Transforming Healthcare Management for the Future,” highlights the forward-thinking contributions of Patient Access teams across our organization.

As the first point of contact for patients entering through the Emergency Department, Obstetrics, and Surgical Services, Patient Access Representatives play a vital role in the care experience. Their commitment to accurate data collection, patient identification, and efficient billing supports both operational excellence and high-quality patient care. We sincerely thank our Patient Access team for their professionalism, compassion, and continued dedication.

04/05/2026

We want to ensure that you have convenient access to healthcare, so although we hope you won’t need it, we will be open for your acute needs on Easter Sunday.

Padonia Plus:
Open on Sunday, April 5, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seeing ages 5+

You may call your primary care office at any time on Easter to speak with the on-call provider, make an appointment at Padonia Plus through your MyChart account, or call Padonia Plus at 443-589-5500.

Wishing you a Happy Easter!

04/03/2026

Walk it with us on Friday, April 17.
👉 Register today to support the GBMC SAFE, Domestic Violence & Child Protection Program.

04/03/2026

April is National Cesarean Awareness Month, so we're sharing a few things you might not know about how we approach birth at GBMC.

04/02/2026

Our beloved Nearly New Sale is almost here! This sale has been one of Baltimore's best shopping events and every dollar raised goes right back to supporting patient care at GBMC.
Shop thousands of gently used items including furniture, clothing, jewelry, appliances, toys, sporting goods, and so much more, all at unbeatable prices.

📅 Public Days: April 18, 19 & 25 (9am–5pm)
🏷️ Half-Price Days: May 2 (9am–5pm) & May 6 (4pm–8pm)
💰 $10 Bag Day: May 9 (9am–12pm)
📍 GBMC Campus, Farmhouse Hill (enter from Charles St.)
💵 Cash or check only

Last year's sale raised approximately $250,000 for programs like our NICU, the Center for Neurology, and the Gilchrist Kids Endowment Fund. When you shop Nearly New, you're making a difference.

Learn more: www.gbmc.org/nearlynewsale

04/02/2026

April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a reminder that one of the most loving things you can do for yourself and your loved ones is making sure everyone's wishes are known. Join Gilchrist experts for a free virtual session on Thursday, April 16, from 12–1 p.m. to learn how to start the conversation, document your plan, and share your wishes with the right people.

April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a reminder to have a say in your future care and share your wishes with the people who matter most. Planning ahead helps reduce stress for families and brings clarity during difficult moments. 💚

Join Gilchrist for a free virtual session to help you get started:
April 16 | 12–1 PM
You’ll learn how to have a say in your care, document your wishes, and feel more confident about what lies ahead.

🔗 Register here: https://gbmc.formstack.com/forms/healthcare_decisions_day_registration
💻 Or learn more about Advance Care Planning in our blog: gilchristcares.org/thegilchristblog

Because having a say is one of the most caring things you can do.

04/01/2026

On April 17, we walk for everyone walking their own hard mile. Walk A Mile in Their Shoes returns for Year 11—supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault through GBMC's SAFE, Domestic Violence & Child Protection Program.

👟 Walk with us
❤️ Stand with survivors
📅 April 17 | 4 PM

Register: https://bit.ly/4rHEekk