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Health & Wellness on the Shore
For more than five years, TidalHealth clinicians have shared their expertise with Coastal Style readers, from the cardiac team and the cancer center to the nurses, researchers and community programs serving Delmarva. Every story is gathered here.
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Join TidalHealth for Walk with a Doc
Take these steps to stop smoking
Finding balance on the road and at the bedside
Cancer Care
Screening, detection and state-of-the-art treatment close to home.
Early Detection, Peace of Mind
Early Detection, Peace of Mind New mobile breast screening unit will save lives In rural communities like those on the Shore, accessing essential healthcare…
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Pioneering Cancer Care
Pioneering Cancer Care TidalHealth offers state-of-the-art treatment If you’re coping with a cancer diagnosis, you may feel overwhelmed, but one thing is certain:…
Read the storyHeart & Vascular
Cardiac care, from prevention through life-saving procedures.
Your heart deserves the best, and so do you
Prioritize your health this holiday season Our hearts undergo changes as we age and heart arrhythmias can emerge, affecting not only the rhythm of our hearts but…
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Regular exercise boosts heart health and quality of life
Chris Evans is Director of TidalHealth Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Preventive Cardiology Chris Evans, M.S., ACSM-CEP Regular exercise plays a crucial…
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New Valve Replacement Offers Alternative to Open-Heart Surgery
TidalHealth performs life-saving procedure for those who are ‘out of options’ The mitral valve is one of four in the heart that help stop blood from flowing…
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Robotic technique, joint replacement and getting back to moving.
From Pain To Progress
The benefits of orthopedic surgery “I woke up the first day of August, and I’ll never forget it — I couldn’t walk,” said Stephanie Simpson of Bridgeville. It was…
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A personalized approach to joint replacement
William Doran, DO, FAAOS, of TidalHealth Orthopedics is Delaware’s most experienced robotic orthopedic surgeon. Using state-of-the-art technology, he performs…
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ROBOTIC SURGERY IS THE FUTURE
At TidalHealth, the future is now Assisted by his team, Dr. Kurt Wehberg, a pioneer of robotic surgery on Delmarva, performs lung surgery using the da Vinci robot.…
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Everyday care, pharmacy, urgent needs and emergency response.
TidalHealth Special Promotion: What can I expect during a primary care visit?
There are three main types of primary care…
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Get the care you need when it matters most
At TidalHealth, our team of experienced, patient-focused physicians are committed to giving you the comprehensive individualized healthcare you deserve. We…
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Give yourself the gift of a primary care provider
By Jordan Braniff, CRNP, DNP As we usher in the new year, many of us embark on a journey of self-improvement and personal growth. One crucial aspect of this journey…
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TidalHealth Special Promotion: Your medications matter
TidalHealth Home Scripts offers low prices, free home…
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Cough, Fever, Fatigue — What’s Causing It?
Cough, Fever, Fatigue — What’s Causing It? By Eugide Othepa, MD Atlantic General Primary Care As cooler weather settles in, so does respiratory virus season — and…
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Minor Injuries can be Treated at Home
There’s no place like home, but accidents can happen no matter where you are. Here are some of the most common home injuries, and advice on how to treat them.…
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Purposeful Partnership
TidalHealth and your Doc’s in join forces to assure access to urgent care with emergency expertise on the eastern shore Written by Kristen Hampshire | Portrait by…
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One Little Button Saves Lives
TidalHealth offers Lifeline, a 24-hour personal emergency monitoring service for folks who are at risk of a fall or who have chronic health conditions Bev Stoakley…
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When Every Minute Counts
TidalHealth helipads save lives when tragedy strikes A voice comes across the radio and it’s showtime. SYSCOMM: Trooper 4 inbound, ETA 10 minutes. Anthony Tull,…
Read the storyWomen's Health & Urology
Urogynecology, bladder health, and the women leading care on the Shore.
What is Urogynecology?
What is Urogynecology? By Peter G. O’Hare, III, MD, URPS, FACOG TidalHealth Urogynecology You’ve likely heard of urology and gynecology, but how about…
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Seven Tips For Keeping Your Bladder Healthy
Seven tips for keeping your bladder healthy By Peter G. O’Hare, III, MD, URPS, FACOG TidalHealth Urogynecology Your bladder might be something you don’t think too…
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Celebrating Women in Healthcare & Wellness
Celebrating Women in Healthcare & Wellness This special section highlights the region’s top female providers across healthcare and wellness—from physicians and…
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Medical weight loss, bariatric options and everyday nutrition.
How to Set a Reasonable Weight Loss Goal
How to set a reasonable weight loss goal By Sandra Palavecino, MD TidalHealth Medical Weight Loss & Bariatric Nutrition Step one in a weight loss journey is…
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New year, new you
TidalHealth can help you on your weight-loss journey Diabetes, stroke, heart disease, sleep apnea, back and joint pain — these are all conditions associated with…
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COMMIT TO A LEANER, HEALTHIER YOU
TidalHealth’s knowledgeable providers can help you shed those unwanted pounds and get back on the path to wellness. For those who need surgery to reach their goal,…
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TIDAL HEALTH SPECIAL PROMOTION: IS WEIGHT LOSS SURGURY RIGHT FOR YOU?
Embarking on a weight-loss journey is a deeply personal decision, and the path taken varies from person to person. For some, the choice lies between weight-loss…
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Get on the path to weight loss
Get on the path to weight loss Struggling to lose weight and feel like you’ve tried everything? Let the compassionate professionals at TidalHealth Medical Weight…
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Fiber Up For A Healthier You
Fiber-Rich Snack Keep it simple! Dip baby carrots in hummus, enjoy a handful of almonds or crunch into an apple. Dietary fiber is essential to a healthy diet — the…
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Sun, ticks, respiratory season and keeping the family safe year-round.
Stay safe in the summer sun
Summertime may have you thinking about longer days and a sky full of sunshine, but safety should always be top of mind. “When you’re on vacation or just celebrating…
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Stay safe and healthy this summer
Stay safe and healthy this summer For both locals and visitors, the summer is a time to get outside and enjoy the beach, surfing and fishing. Though the kids may be…
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Tick Bite Treatment
What You Need to Know What to do if you have been bitten by a tick. Ticks are common throughout Delmarva, and since many of us spend time outdoors among the Shore’s…
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Understanding the difference between RSV, colds, and the flu
As winter approaches and the temperature drops, pediatricians often see an increase in respiratory issues among young patients. Cold weather can exacerbate common…
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Hydration is Key In the Colder Months, Too
Hydration is key in the colder months, too By Danielle Giddins, MD TidalHealth Primary Care Hydration isn’t just a summer concern — it’s essential for daily…
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Keep Your Little Ones Safe
Child-Proof Your Home Written by Tammy Donoway, DO The safety of children in the home is the No. 1 priority for parents. Visits to the primary care provider are an…
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Take these steps to stop smoking
Take these steps to stop smoking By Michael R. Atkins, MD, TidalHealth Primary Care Even if you’ve smoked tobacco for many years, there are major benefits to…
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Behavioral health, self-care and checking in on yourself.
Is it time to check in on your well-being?
Is it time to check in on your well-being? Are you hitting a milestone birthday in 2025? It may be time for a new health screening. Always talk to your primary care…
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Prioritizing Self-Care
The Key to A Happier and Healthier You Dee Copeland, LCPC Have you ever taken a single drop of colored dye and added it to a glass of water? What happens? I know,…
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Where Wellness Meets The Shore
Where Wellness Meets The Shore At Get Well Delmarva, we believe wellness is about living fully and finding balance in body, mind and spirit. From sunrise walks and…
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The people of TidalHealth and the work they do across Delmarva.
Join TidalHealth for Walk with a Doc
Join TidalHealth for Walk with a Doc Learn about a health topic, get some exercise and make new friends during Walk with a Doc, held monthly in Salisbury and Ocean…
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TidalHealth Brings Care to Smith Island
TidalHealth Brings Care to Smith Island Community Wellness team breaks down barriers for rural residents Delmarva is made up of rural communities, but most of them…
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Finding balance on the road and at the bedside
Finding balance on the road and at the bedside By Shawn Yonker, Contributing Writer Doctors Salahuddin Siddiqui, MD, FACP, and Mohammed Saad, MD, took different…
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Leading a Legacy
TidalHealth Foundation President Jessica Hales continues its mission to make a positive impact on the local healthcare community Written by Kristen…
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Building the Future of Healthcare
GME programs train a new generation of physicians In America today, the increased demand for physicians continues to outpace the relatively fixed supply of…
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Way to go, Denise!
Photo by Grant L. Gursky Longtime TidalHealth Foundation President Denise Billing, the most successful leader of the fundraising arm of the health system, having…
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There’s No Place I’d Rather Be
Portrait by Tony Weeg For Matt Smart, a registered nurse in the Emergency Department at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, coming to work is never a chore. “I always…
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A Gift of Healing
Richard A. Henson Foundation helps bring state-of-the-art care to Delmarva Richard A. Henson was born to fly — and give wings to important health and community…
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COVID-19 Research Continues at TidalHealth
Delajuan Coston, RN, an Emergency Department nurse, was the first person to be vaccinated for COVID-19 at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. COVID-19 is still a…
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New Name, Same Dedication
From research to innovation, TidalHealth sets the standard of care At TidalHealth — across every location, service and employee — the team is privileged to know…
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Welcome to 2021
Steve Leonard, Ph.D., MBA, FACHEPresident/CEOTidalHealth TidalHealth is dedicated to the health of your entire family, caring for all ages. We can connect you with…
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The services and teams these stories cover, from primary care and orthopedics to the cancer center and the Foundation.
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