MedStar Health
MedStar Health is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., metro area, operating 10 hospitals and over 300 care locations. It employs more than 34,000 associates and contributes significantly to medical education, research, and community services.
History
MedStar Health, headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, is a prominent not-for-profit healthcare organization. Over the years, it has grown to become the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., metro area. MedStar Health operates 10 hospitals and maintains more than 300 healthcare locations across central Maryland, northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C. It serves as the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University and contributes significantly to community benefit services annually.
Services
MedStar Health offers an extensive range of services across its numerous facilities. It includes specialized centers like the MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute, Center for Digestive Disease, Center for GI Bleeding, Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention Program, Esophageal Center, Liver Diseases Program, and Pancreas and Biliary Diseases Center. Behavioral health services also play a vital role with offerings that cover inpatient, outpatient, and integrated care for various conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and schizophrenia.
Medical Education and Training
MedStar Health is heavily invested in medical education and training, holding one of the largest graduate medical education programs in the country. It trains approximately 1,100 medical residents annually and offers advanced education in nearly 100 specialty and sub-specialty programs. Its Institute for Innovation (MI2) and Institute for Quality and Safety (MIQS) are key entities driving educational excellence and quality improvement across the healthcare system.
Research and Innovation
The MedStar Health Research Institute provides comprehensive support for clinical research, enabling scientific, administrative, and regulatory assistance. The organization’s focus on research and innovation is further exemplified by the MedStar Institute for Innovation (MI2) and the National Center for Human Factors in Healthcare, enhancing patient care and healthcare outcomes. The Simulation Training and Education Lab (SiTEL) specializes in hands-on simulation programs, clinical education, learning technologies, and education research/design.
Community Impact
MedStar Health significantly impacts the communities it serves. Annually, it contributes over $300 million in community benefit services. The organization also operates the International Training Center for Bloodless Medicine and Surgery, providing free training for the latest tools and techniques in the field. By offering numerous healthcare locations and specialized services, MedStar Health ensures accessible and quality care for the Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., regions.