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Meritus Public Health Advisory: Cyclosporiasis prevention, treatment
July 16, 2026
As cases of cyclosporiasis increase in Maryland, Meritus Health officials are urging residents to take precautions against the foodborne illness and seek treatment if symptoms develop. "Cyclosporiasis is not spread from person to person. People become infected by consuming contaminated food," said Anand Budi, M.D., chief medical officer for Meritus Health. Cyclosporiasis is caused by the parasite
For the first time locally, Meritus removes a blood clot from a lung
July 15, 2026
A Washington County man has a new lease on life thanks to Meritus Interventional Radiology. A 77-year-old Boonsboro resident and small-business owner is the first person to have a blood clot removed from their lung at Meritus Medical Center. Elmer Wachter, who co-owns Myersville Exxon and Mason-Dixon Dragway, is the hospital’s first pulmonary embolism thrombectomy patient, said Sabri Yilmaz,
Meritus earns AHA Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Silver recognition
July 10, 2026
Meritus Medical Center has received the American Heart Association's Get with the Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Silver recognition for its commitment to improving the quality of care for patients living with Type 2 diabetes. The award recognizes hospitals that demonstrate consistent use of evidence-based care and quality improvement initiatives t
Meritus recognized for commitment to excellence in stroke care
July 2, 2026
This is the seventh year in a row the hospital has received the Gold Plus Award from the American Heart Association. Meritus Medical Center has again received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring people experiencing stroke receive timely, appropriate treatment based on nationally recognized, resea
Meritus Food Farmacy exceeds 1,000th referral milestone
June 30, 2026
Program provides food, education and support to help patients manage chronic disease and build healthier habits. Meritus Health’s Food Farmacy program has passed a major milestone, serving its 1,000th referral while continuing to improve access to healthy food and support chronic disease management across the region. Launched in 2025, the program provides “food as medicine” by co
Honoring the courage and recovery of Security Officer Yoland Perez
June 17, 2026
Other Meritus team members who acted during a May 14 incident also received recognition. The Meritus Health security officer injured during an incident at Meritus Medical Center last month has been released from the hospital. Yolanda Perez was discharged Sunday, June 7, and has returned home to continue her recovery with her family. On May 14, Yolanda responded to a report of a suspicious person o
Lehr named chief administrative officer, chief innovation officer
June 8, 2026
He has been instrumental in the growth seen in the health system in the past few years. Meritus Health has promoted Dave Lehr from chief strategy officer to chief administrative officer and chief innovation officer. In his new role, Lehr will continue to drive Meritus Health’s long-term growth by aligning strategic planning, operational excellence and innovation across the organization
Carrie Adams promoted to president of Meritus Medical Center
June 4, 2026
She has served as the hospital’s chief operating officer since 2022. Meritus Health has promoted Carrie Adams, Pharm.D., from chief operating officer to president of Meritus Medical Center, recognizing her record of operational excellence, quality improvement and transformational leadership. Adams has served as COO of Meritus Medical Center since 2022, providing strategic oversight of
Meritus’ Dave Lehr named to Maryland Health Benefit Exchange board
June 1, 2026
Meritus Health Chief Strategy Officer Dave Lehr has been named to the board of the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, effective June 1, strengthening the agency’s governance with a seasoned healthcare, technology and public‑service leader. The Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (MHBE) operates the state’s official health insurance marketplace. Through its programs, the exchange connects t
Meritus now offers Virtual Primary Care
May 26, 2026
Visit your healthcare provider without leaving your home. Meritus Health has created a way for you to visit your primary care provider from your home. Following on the heels of the successful MeritusNow virtual urgent care, Meritus Virtual Primary Care is now available to those with a smartphone, tablet or computer with a camera. “This virtual service offers primary care services to patients
Asthma’s hidden toll: Chronic disease impacts more than breathing
May 11, 2026
Roughly 7 percent of children in the United States have asthma, which makes it one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood. “That accounts for millions of children,” said Alyssa James, M.D., with Meritus Allergy & Asthma Specialists. While asthma is often thought of as a condition marked by coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, Dr. James said its effects reach far be
Meritus earns ‘A’ Health Safety Grade for seventh time
May 6, 2026
The medical center is in the top 5% of ‘A’ grade hospitals in the nation to reach seven such awards from The Leapfrog Group. Meritus Medical was awarded an “A” Hospital Safety Grade for the seventh consecutive grading round by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. This designates Meritus as a “Straight A” hosp