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Comprehensive surgical and medical care in the Washington region. Call 202-877-DOCS for appointments. One of these two buses leaves every 10 minutes.

MedStar Washington Hospital Center is a not-for-profit, 912-bed, teaching and research hospital in the nation’s capital, and is a major referral center for treating the region’s most complex cases. Its cardiology program is highly acclaimed, and its cardiac surgery program has consistently earned the highest designation–three stars–from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. MedStar Washington is home to MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute, which formed a first-of-its kind clinical and research alliance with Cleveland Clinic Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute in 2013. It operates the region’s first Comprehensive Stroke Center and the District’s only Cardiac Ventricular Assist Device program, both certified by The Joint Commission. The hospital is also home to MedSTAR, a nationally verified level I trauma center with a state-of-the-art fleet of helicopters and ambulances and operates the region’s only adult Burn Center. MedStar Washington has a $1.4 billion operating budget, employs a workforce of 6,100 associates and has a medical and dental staff of 1,852, comprising private attending physicians, employed faculty and advanced practice providers. In FY20, the hospital’s volume of service included 34,419 inpatient admissions, 19,658 surgeries, 86,674 emergency room visits, 342,281 ambulatory care visits and 3,471 births. Each year, 364 medical and surgical residents and fellows train at MedStar Washington’s 40 fully accredited clinical residency and fellowship programs. MedStar Washington Hospital Center also maintains affiliations with several area medical schools, including Georgetown University School of Medicine. PARKING: Parking Lot, Valet

Public Transit: If you are taking the Metrorail to MedStar Washington Hospital Center, exit at the Brookland/CUA stop on the RED line. Exit the station to the right and take the H2 (Van Ness) or H4 (Tenleytown) bus to MedStar Washington Hospital Center. For more information about Metrorail or the Metrobus system including current fares, please contact WMATA at 202-637-7000 or visit https://www.wmata.com/

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MedStar Washington Hospital Center is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered health care. We provide the Washington region with the highest quality and latest medical advances through excellence in patient care, education and research. GENERAL INFORMATION:
Social media has become an integral part of MedStar Health’s community outreach efforts. Through our social media channels, we strive to interact with our patients, their families, colleagues, and our community in a positive and constructive manner. When interacting with the MedStar Health brand online, please adhere to the following guidelines:

· When leaving a comment or authoring a post on a MedStar Health social media channel, please be mindful of you and your loved ones’ personal safety and security. Once you post something online, there is a potential for thousands of people to read your words. As a result we suggest that you do not share medical and personal information such as your location, medical or financial information, etc. in the form of a public post or comment. Should sharing personal information be necessary, please do so in a private message.
· Negative posts that are written respectfully will be acknowledged and addressed. However, please do not leave negative posts that are offensive, defamatory, slanderous, untruthful, use foul language, are explicit, or are threatening in nature. These types of posts will be hidden and/or deleted from the page. Interacting with our social media audience is a priority for MedStar Health, and we strive to address all social media interactions as quickly as possible.
· Do not post comments that violate the privacy of our patients and their families.
· Do not post comments that may be considered spam such as chain letters, advertisements or repeated postings or other postings that are unrelated to health care or MedStar Health. Do not post any links to malware or to websites that are intended to distribute malware. Please respect the above guidelines and we look forward to interacting with you. Should a user be found in violation of these guidelines, they will be banned from our page. SOCIAL MEDIA DISCLAIMER:
By interacting with MedStar Health or any of its affiliates on social media (including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube), you acknowledge and agree that you may be voluntarily sharing aspects of your personal health information on a public forum and that federal and state laws protecting the privacy of your personal health information may not be applicable. Please consult your medical provider with any specific questions about medical concerns. MedStar Health will not respond to specific medical inquiries regarding a patient's condition or disease via social media. Any information you receive through MedStar Health social media sites does not constitute medical advice, medical recommendations, diagnosis, treatment, or cure nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other health care provider. Postings that appear on our social media sites do not necessarily reflect the views of MedStar Health. When we link to another website, that site may not necessarily reflect our views, either. If we choose to follow another user or highlight another social media post, we are not endorsing that user or content. By submitting content to any of MedStar Health's social media sites, you understand and acknowledge that this information is available to the public, and that MedStar Health may use this information for internal and external promotional purposes and fundraising purposes. Please note that other participants may use your posted information beyond the control of MedStar Health. If you do not wish to have the information you have made available via this site used, published, copied and/or reprinted, please do not post on this page.

12/12/2025

We’re sharing an important update regarding National Guard Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, provided by his neurosurgeon and his family.

12/12/2025

Getting ready for your first physical therapy appointment can help you feel confident and prepared to start your care. 💪

Click the link in our comments for tips to prepare for your appointment on the .

12/11/2025

Throat cancer is on the rise, especially in men over 50, so what could the driving factor be?

Dr. Matthew Pierce, otolaryngologist, explains more in this video with AARP. Watch below to find out what's driving this trend and the one warning sign to look out for.

Throat cancer rates were once declining, but now they are on the rise again for men 50 and older. Here’s what you need to know and how you can protect yourself.

12/10/2025

We were to support our community at the annual Jingle Bell Run supporting the last weekend!

MedStar Washington Hospital Center Community Health associates, with helping hands from associates at sister hospital MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, were there "with bells on" to share health information with the runners/walkers and their families.

12/10/2025

Does echinacea really help with colds? 🤧 Megan Ramaika, bariatric dietician, explores the hype vs. reality in USA TODAY.

Megan reviews what the research says and what key certification to look for to ensure safety. Read more below.

Can echinacea supplements give your immune system an additional boost? Here's what experts say.

12/10/2025

Join us in celebrating International Human Rights Day. 🤝

2025 marks the 77th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights—an important milestone to be recognized. Equal rights and opportunities for everyone makes a better world for us all.

12/09/2025

🍽️ Do you suffer from heartburn after holiday meals? Fortunately, there's something you can do about it. Our own Dr. Edward Chan, thoracic surgeon, explains more on Fox 5 DC's "DMV Zone."

Watch here for tips to manage symptoms, learn treatment options, and find out what things to avoid.

12/09/2025

Happy Bodhi Day to those who celebrate! May you be blessed with peace in your mind, enlightenment in your heart, and happiness in your life.

12/08/2025

Shoutout to our incredible providers honored as Washingtonian Magazine’s 2025 Top Doctors—thank you for your commitment to compassionate care! 👏

12/05/2025

📣 We’re to announce our urgent care centers were recognized as the best of 2025 by Washington Jewish Week!

We’re also honored to receive recognitions in other regional Readers’ Choice Awards:
• Baltimore Style – Runner-Up, Best Urgent Care
• Montgomery Magazine – Runner-Up, Best Urgent Care

A heartfelt thank-you to our patients and community for your trust, and to our amazing teams for delivering compassionate, outstanding care every day. 💙

12/05/2025

Need care that’s convenient and reliable? Our associates do too. That’s why Annamarie uses MedStar eVisit–Telehealth as her go-to for high-quality care anytime, day or night.

"One morning, around 4 a.m., I woke up feeling awful with a fever, a sore throat, and that sinking worry that it might be COVID. When my home test came back positive, I didn’t panic. I opened the MedStar e-Visit app on my phone, connected with a provider, and showed her the test. Within minutes, she sent a prescription for Paxlovid to a 24-hour local pharmacy. I had the medication in my hands just two hours after finding out I had COVID!

"MedStar e-Visit remains my go-to whenever I need quick, reliable care—even once for an allergic reaction to a bug bite. My husband even uses it when he cannot see his provider. Every time, we have felt cared for, supported, and grateful to have MedStar’s virtual care team just a few taps away."

- Annamarie DeCarlo, chief communications officer and assistant vice president, at MedStar Washington Hospital Center.

See how you can easily access 24/7 Virtual Urgent Care with MedStar eVisit: http://ms.spr.ly/6180teXop

12/04/2025

Ready or not, flu season is here! 😷 Our urgent cares are reporting a 10% increase in cases in just the last month.

The good news? You can still protect yourself and your family by getting the , even if you already had the flu.

Jon Gonella, urgent care physician assistant, told WTOP News it’s never too late to get the shot.

Read the full article for more tips on staying healthy this flu season.

Flu season is well underway and with the holiday season coming up, it’s definitely something you want to avoid.

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MedStar Washington Hospital Center is a 912-bed major teaching and research hospital. It is the largest private, not-for-profit hospital in the nation’s capital, among the 100 largest hospitals in the nation and a major referral center for treating the most complex cases. Its cardiology program is highly acclaimed and its cardiac surgery program has consistently earned the highest designation–three stars–from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

A long-standing leader in cardiovascular care, MedStar Washington Hospital Center is home to MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute, which formed a first-of-its kind clinical and research alliance with Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute in 2013. The hospital operates the Washington region’s first Comprehensive Stroke Center and the District’s only Cardiac Ventricular Assist Device program, both certified by The Joint Commission. The hospital is also home to MedSTAR, a nationally-verified level I trauma center with a state-of-the-art fleet of helicopters and ambulances, and also operates the region’s only adult Burn Center. MedStar Washington Hospital Center has a $1.3 billion operating budget, employs a workforce of 5,800 associates and has a medical and dental staff of 1,600, comprising private attending physicians, employed faculty and advanced practice clinicians.

In FY18, the hospital’s volume of service included 36,233 inpatient admissions, 21,775 surgeries, 88,203 emergency room visits, 396,168 ambulatory care visits and 3,675 births. Each year, nearly 380 medical and surgical residents and fellows train at the Hospital Center’s 37 fully accredited clinical residency and fellowship programs. MedStar Washington Hospital Center also maintains affiliations with several area medical schools, including Georgetown University School of Medicine.

Parking: Parking Lot, Valet

Public Transit: If you are taking the Metrorail to MedStar Washington Hospital Center, exit at the Brookland/CUA stop on the RED line. Exit the station to the right and take the H2 (Van Ness) or H4 (Tenleytown) bus to MedStar Washington Hospital Center. One of these two buses leaves every 10 minutes. For more information about Metrorail or the Metrobus system including current fares, please contact WMATA at 202-637-7000 or visit https://www.wmata.com/

Mission

MedStar Washington Hospital Center is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered health care. We provide the Washington region with the highest quality and latest medical advances through excellence in patient care, education and research.

General Information

Social media has become an integral part of MedStar Health’s community outreach efforts. Through our social media channels, we strive to interact with our patients, their families, colleagues, and our community in a positive and constructive manner.

When interacting with the MedStar Health brand online, please adhere to the following guidelines:

· When leaving a comment or authoring a post on a MedStar Health social media channel, please be mindful of you and your loved ones’ personal safety and security. Once you post something online, there is a potential for thousands of people to read your words. As a result we suggest that you do not share medical and personal information such as your location, medical or financial information, etc. in the form of a public post or comment. Should sharing personal information be necessary, please do so in a private message.

· Negative posts that are written respectfully will be acknowledged and addressed. However, please do not leave negative posts that are offensive, defamatory, slanderous, untruthful, use foul language, are explicit, or are threatening in nature. These types of posts will be hidden and/or deleted from the page. Interacting with our social media audience is a priority for MedStar Health, and we strive to address all social media interactions as quickly as possible.

· Do not post comments that violate the privacy of our patients and their families.

· Do not post comments that may be considered spam such as chain letters, advertisements or repeated postings or other postings that are unrelated to health care or MedStar Health. Do not post any links to malware or to websites that are intended to distribute malware.

Please respect the above guidelines and we look forward to interacting with you. Should a user be found in violation of these guidelines, they will be banned from our page.

Social Media Disclaimer:

By interacting with MedStar Health or any of its affiliates on social media (including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube), you acknowledge and agree that you may be voluntarily sharing aspects of your personal health information on a public forum and that federal and state laws protecting the privacy of your personal health information may not be applicable. Please consult your medical provider with any specific questions about medical concerns. MedStar Health will not respond to specific medical inquiries regarding a patient's condition or disease via social media. Any information you receive through MedStar Health social media sites does not constitute medical advice, medical recommendations, diagnosis, treatment, or cure nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified physician or other health care provider.

Postings that appear on our social media sites do not necessarily reflect the views of MedStar Health. When we link to another website, that site may not necessarily reflect our views, either. If we choose to follow another user or highlight another social media post, we are not endorsing that user or content.

By submitting content to any of MedStar Health's social media sites, you understand and acknowledge that this information is available to the public, and that MedStar Health may use this information for internal and external promotional purposes and fundraising purposes. Please note that other participants may use your posted information beyond the control of MedStar Health. If you do not wish to have the information you have made available via this site used, published, copied and/or reprinted, please do not post on this page.

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