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Sr Evaluation Scientist/ Simulationist & CHSE #MedStarHealthSiTEL, @GUMedicine Asst. Prof, Paramedic @calvertALS, OBLS EP Member TMO

Washington, DC
Joined March 2010
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We're participating in this week's full-scale exercise to test @ASPRgov's new Portable Biocontainment Unit and the nation’s capability to move patients with highly infectious diseases safely to hospitals. @MedStarWHC is the clinical lead for this exercise. ms.spr.ly/6012SI1lq
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The MedSTAR Transport helicopters on a cold, blustery day on the helipad at @MedStarWHC. Even days like these, our air transport team goes where they are needed to transport patients to and from MedStar Health facilities throughout the region. Thank you for all that you do!
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I’m am so proud of my OBGYN team @MedStarWHC. Our physicians, midwives, nurse practitioners and our nurses are just excellent!
.@MedStarWHC has again been ranked one of the top hospitals in the country by @usnews. Our Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery and Obstetrics & Gynecology programs are nationally ranked. Regionally, we're tied for the #1 hospital in the Washington region. ms.spr.ly/6013lPrs3
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Congrats to Dr. Zheng, our first chief to match this year! We are so proud of you and excited to watch you thrive at Wake Forest next year! 🤍🎉👏🏻
Congratulations and Welcome to the Wake Forest Family! @MedStarGUH @pshen777 @WakeSurgonc @SocSurgOnc
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The ‘sunk cost’ viewpoint is insightful! TY.
Public service announcement: You don't have a moral obligation to finish every book you start. Stopping doesn't mean you lack grit. It means you have the wisdom to let go of sunk costs. Reading is for entertainment and education. If it doesn’t bring joy or insight, move on.
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Our Chief Nursing Officer, LynnMarie Verzino, DNP, shares a heartfelt thanks to the heart of MedStar Health–our nurses. ❤️ We’re grateful for you and all you do. Happy Nurses Week! #NursesWeek #MedStarHealthProud
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Recent headlines about #EM have been depressing, with articles about burnout, disrespect from admin, & #EPs fleeing #emergencymedicine. But @joelleborhart says she still loves and feels optimistic about the specialty. tinyurl.com/4f6ry683
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Essential information for leaders and non-leaders alike.
When leaders fail to explain why they rejected suggestions, we stop making them. Good explanations do more than give reasons. They express respect. We don't have to get our way to appreciate having a say. Showing care makes us feel valued—and motivates us to speak up again.
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Meet your MedStar Health Academics leadership! @JamiePadmore is vice president of Academic Affairs @MedStarHealth. Dean Padmore is dedicated to cultivating knowledge through academics & passionate about ensuring residents have the tools they need to succeed. #MedStarHealthGME
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Les R Becker retweeted
Replying to @MedStarHealth
I am truly privileged to be part of this exceptional team, witnessing firsthand the remarkable influence they have on patient safety and the continuous growth of our professional skills. Each member is truly a superstar, radiating brilliance and dedication. – at Great Falls, VA
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This week, we’re celebrating #HealthcareSimulationWeek by highlighting the MedStar Health Simulation Training and Education Lab (SiTEL), which runs programming for clinical and nonclinical associates, providing hands-on learning opportunities. Learn more: bit.ly/44WJSUj.
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Immature Red-Shouldered Hawk landing on a sturdy branch after picking up a worm from the lawn and then dropping it right in front to enjoy! #NaturePhotography #BirdPhotography #Birdwatching
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The winning ⁦@MedStarHealth⁩ team ⁦@AmCollSurgeons⁩ Surgeons Day! #MedStarHealthSiTEL ⁦@Mi2innovation⁩ ⁦@MedStarGUH⁩ ⁦@GUH_WHCSurgRes⁩ ⁦@MedStarWHC⁩
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The ⁦@AmCollSurgeons⁩ Surgeons Day competition is underway. #MedStarHealthSiTEL ⁦@MedStarHealth⁩ ⁦@Mi2innovation⁩ ⁦@GUH_WHCSurgRes⁩ ⁦@MedStarGUH⁩ ⁦@MedStarWHC⁩
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Pleased to present out TVP self-efficacy poster at the #GeorgetownSymposiun In partnership with MedStar Emergency Physicians. ⁦@Mi2innovation⁩ ⁦@MedStarHealth⁩ ⁦@MedStarWHC⁩ ⁦@MedStarGUH⁩ #MedStarHealthSiTEL ⁦@GUMedicine⁩
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We love our monthly skills sessions! Here are our residents learning hand-sewn anastomoses 🪡😷💉
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Learning In Progress at #MedStarHealthSiTEL Monthly General Surgery Simulation Session @MedStarHealth @MedStarGUH @MedStarWHC @Mi2innovation
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Absolutely!
Introverts don't dislike people. They spend plenty of time with others—and enjoy it as much as extraverts. They just seek different kinds of interaction. Extraverts are energized in rooms full of strangers. Introverts prefer small groups of familiar faces. #WorldIntrovertDay
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Les R Becker retweeted
One of the clearest signs of learning is rethinking your assumptions and revising your opinions. 21 things I rethought in 2021: a thread...
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