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Meritus Health Director of Nutrition Services Joe Fleischman, left, receives a plaque from Amber Weaver, employment and meaningful day services director for Star Community Inc. The plaque signifies Meritus Nutrition Services’ commitment to be an advocate of all abilities by partnering with the Hagerstown-area nonprofit to employ some of its clients. Thank you, Star Community, for the recognition!

Healthy Washington County held its annual celebration of Go for Bold, the communitywide goal of losing 1 million pounds by 2030, on Thursday. The evening highlighted the successes of the program, what resources are available to help the community reach its goal, and those individuals and groups who have made the initiative a success. Thus far, the community has recorded losing more than 155,000 pounds. To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/eAjq4Chk.

Meritus Medical Center is proud to announce it has received its fourth straight “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a hospital safety watchdog. Only 30 percent of hospitals in the country have received an “A” grade. Congratulations and thank you to our team members whose dedication and hard work made this possible. Read more: https://lnkd.in/erniJqgF

From the hospital halls to the ballpark seats ????—our family medicine residents know how to balance work and play! As we bundle up for the winter, we can’t help but reminisce about those sunny days at Meritus Park. Whether it’s cheering on the Flying Boxcars or serving our community, our team spirit shines through every season. ???? #MeritusPride #MeritusPark #FlyingBoxcars #FamilyMedicineResidents #TeamMeritus #TeamworkInEveryInning

Meritus Health’s Annual Tree of Lights Campaign has provided community members a special way to honor and memorialize loved ones for more than 30 years. Participating in this annual tradition offers an opportunity to honor those who are no longer with us, while supporting your local hospital. Donors are invited to attend a special tree lighting ceremony on Monday, Dec. 9, at 4 p.m. in the main lobby of Meritus Medical Center. To learn more or donate, visit https://lnkd.in/ekEkwWbD.?

This interactive training is a must for parents, healthcare workers, teachers, pastors and volunteers working with adolescents. Reserve your spot by November 27th!

We thank Western Governors University for recognizing our night shift workers who are working the extra hour when Daylight Saving Time ends tonight. In honor of our team members’ service and dedication, WGU donated night shift worker appreciation kits, which included ·????????Medical scissors ·????????Retractable badge clips ·????????Pen lights ·????????Lip balm ·????????Eye masks ·????????Hand sanitizers WGU also included details about its Night Shift Workers Scholarship (https://lnkd.in/gqpuFrjx), valued up to $4,000 for those looking to return to school to advance their career in the healthcare profession. Thank you again, WGU!

Becker's Healthcare talked with Meritus President and CEO Maulik Joshi, Dr.P.H., and Aaron George, D.O., Associate Dean for Clinical Education for the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine, about the second edition of their book, "Healthcare Transformation: A Guide for the Health System Board Member." It's a must-read for new health system board members, and a good way for veteran board members to keep their skills sharp. Thanks to Kelly Gooch for doing the interview! https://lnkd.in/eB3uvbmV

Two leaders at Meritus Health have released the second edition of their book “Healthcare Transformation: A Guide for the Health System Board Member.” The updated book by Maulik Joshi, President and CEO of Meritus Health, and Dr. Aaron George, Associate Dean for Clinical Education for Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine, focuses on teaching health system board members how to be good stewards of their community’s health care. The book is available through Routledge and Amazon. https://lnkd.in/eR9g5eg3

Meritus Health is honored to have been voted the best hospital, best urgent care, and for Dr. Bella Andele being voted Best OB/GYN by you, our community! Awards like these spur us on to continue our mission of improving the health of our community. Thank you! #tristatesbest