MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital

For patients with disabilities, our Adaptive Sports Program transforms lives! We’ve empowered over 2,500 athletes, restoring strength and confidence through sports like wheelchair basketball, tennis, and cycling. 💪

But we can’t do it alone. Your support is vital to keeping these life-changing programs free and accessible.

Make a difference today: Donate Now http://ms.spr.ly/6186mVcaY

Did you know African American men are at a higher risk of ? If you are 45 years or older and have a family history of prostate cancer, now is the time to talk to your primary care provider about getting screened.

Don’t have a primary care provider? Visit http://ms.spr.ly/6184mVQF6 to find one near you.

It's National Rehabilitation Awareness Week! This week we celebrate all of our rehabilitation professionals and their commitment to transforming lives. Click the link to learn more about our comprehensive rehabilitation services, from inpatient to outpatient to home care: http://ms.spr.ly/6180mPxf2

Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. This month we recognize the histories, contributions, and cultures of those with Hispanic, Mexican, Caribbean, Central and South American and Spanish backgrounds. We are thankful for the Hispanic/Latine community at MedStar Health and for their contributions as care providers, associates, and patients.

📣 Calling all men 50 years or older at average risk. It’s , and this is your reminder to get screened annually. Talk to your primary care provider or visit http://ms.spr.ly/6181mKhW9 to learn more.

🌟 Get ready for the SuperH 5K this Sunday! Founded by Harry and Renie Freedman, this event supports our Adaptive Sports Program, offering life-changing opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Your support helps keep these programs free and accessible to everyone. Be a hero and donate today: http://ms.spr.ly/6185mPNPJ

The SuperH™ 5K is only a few days away! Have you registered? ✅ There's still time to sign up. Save your spot here ➡️ MedStarHealth.org/SuperH

Join us on Sunday, Sept. 15 for the 21st Annual SuperH™ 5K run, walk, and wheel. This yearly event helps us raise awareness and funds for our adaptive sports programs.

As we mark 23 years since 9/11, we look back to mourn and honor those who were lost on that day. We also want to recognize our region’s first responders and medical professionals who rescued and treated the injured. We appreciate their heroism and sacrifice.

Thank you for always being there when we need you most.

Our Adaptive Sports and Fitness Program embodies the Paralympic spirit, empowering individuals with disabilities to thrive through active, healthy living.

With philanthropic support, we can give opportunities to athletes like Trevon Jenifer, a wheelchair basketball player participating in this year’s Paralympics. Your support makes life-changing opportunities possible.

Be a champion for champions and make a gift today. http://ms.spr.ly/6180mKY70

Get Involved with Adaptive Sports and Fitness | MedStar Health The Adaptive Sports and Fitness Program at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is a stellar example of how philanthropic partnerships can make meaningful differences for individuals with physical disabilities, helping them live healthier, happier, and more independent lives.

Did you know that 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime? Let’s raise awareness and encourage early detection by getting a PSA blood test this September for . Talk to your primary care provider or visit http://ms.spr.ly/6188mKCp8 to learn more.

Treating people with compassion and expert care is the core of our mission at MedStar Health, and we couldn’t do any of it without our 34,000 physicians, nurses, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates. This , we want to recognize them for all that they do for our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. for your continued service, dedication, and resilience. 🙌

If one of our associates has made a special impact on your life, share your gratitude in the comments below.

We wish you a happy, healthy, and safe Labor Day!

Happy Women's Equality Day! In honor of this special day, we'd love to recognize the fact that women make up 76% of our organization—that’s 27,205 in total, a number we are of!

We are thrilled to announce that our hospital has once again been recognized as one of the nation’s top rehabilitation hospitals by U.S. News & World Report! 🎉

Join us in celebrating our dedicated team, whose unwavering commitment to providing exceptional patient care and conducting groundbreaking research has enabled countless patients to recover from the most severe and complex injuries and illnesses. While we are honored to receive this prestigious award, we take even greater pride in the patients and communities we are privileged to serve. Thank you for your trust and support! 👏

Afraid of sharks? Shark attacks are rare compared to many other dangers that cause injuries at the beach. On the MedStar Health blog, urgent care physician Dr. Klug shares what to be aware of so you can be prepared for almost anything:

Scared of Sharks? These Beach Hazards Are More Likely to Hurt You Shark attacks are rare compared to other beach-related injuries. Learn what to be aware of and how to prepare.

The 21st annual SuperH 5K Run, Walk & Wheel 🏃‍♀️ 👨‍🦽 will be on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, at Onelife Fitness in Tysons Corner, formerly known as Tyson Sport & Health (8250 Greensboro Dr., McLean, Virginia 22102).

This year marks our 21st anniversary of the SuperH 5k, which has helped raise $1 million over the past 21 years for the MNRH Adaptive Sports and Fitness Programs! The SuperH 5k is a certified 5k race, timed by PR Races, and will also feature a 1-mile fun run, walk, and wheel. All registered participants will receive a race bib and race t-shirt.

Registration is now open, and if you register before Sept. 6, you can save $5! Sign up and save your spot ➡️ http://ms.spr.ly/6181ly3GX

As we honor and celebrate the freedom of all Americans, we hope everyone in our community has a happy, safe, and healthy !

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity of the disability community, recognize the accomplishments of people with disabilities, and raise awareness of and advocate for the challenges people with disabilities face.

On July 26, National Disability Independence Day celebrates the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), making it illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities. At MedStar Health, we’re always striving to improve the way we care for our patients and our associates. One of the ways we do that is through our support groups for those with disabilities and their families. Learn more at http://ms.spr.ly/6182l6Awa.

Looking for summer safety tips for you and your little ones? ☀️ Join our Facebook Live tomorrow at noon with Dr. Michael Donnelly to learn tips for keeping your family safe this summer. You don’t want to miss it!

Have questions? Share them in the discussion at http://ms.spr.ly/6180YNnfO and tune in live for answers.

Excited to soak up the sun this summer? ☀️ Before you head out the door, make sure you’re prepared to keep yourself and your family safe in the rising temperatures.

Find out how during our Facebook Live on Thursday, June 27 at noon. Pediatrician Dr. Michael Donnelly will share important advice on car safety, sun safety, and hydration. Have questions about how to stay safe this summer? Share them with us at http://ms.spr.ly/6180YNONC and tune in live for the answers.

In honor of , which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S., we want to take time to reflect on the importance of this day, especially to those in the Black community. Not only does it mark a turning point in our country’s history, but it’s also a celebration of freedom and a reminder that we should strive to build a better future for us all.

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! To all the dads, dads of dads, and honorary dads, we hope you have a wonderful day surrounded by the ones you love! ❤️

Watch LIVE on June 17 at noon and hear from two of our distinguished specialists from MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute: Dr. Keith Kowalczyk, a renowned urologic oncologist at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and Dr. Luther Ampey, a leading radiation oncologist at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

They will discuss prostate cancer treatments and debunk some myths. Have questions? Ask them in the comments below, and tune in LIVE for the answers.

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This week, we celebrated Pride Month by hosting our 4th annual Pride Parade with MedStar Washington Hospital Center! 🎉 The 1.2 mile walking parade route went around the hospital campus, and also included associates from our neighboring hospitals, Children's National Medical Center and the Washington DC VA Medical Center. We support, respect, and welcome all people at MedStar NRH and throughout MedStar Health, and we are proud to support and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community.

Join in thanking our amazing Equitable Practice Interest Committee (EPIC) and everyone else who helped throw this event. Happy ! 🏳️‍🌈

June is Pride Month, and we're using this opportunity to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and raise awareness for inequalities that still exist today. We want you to know that our team is here for you and will continue to celebrate and care for you.

In celebration of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, join us in honoring our Speech-Language Pathologists here at MedStar NRH and across MedStar Health! 👏 👏 👏

Our SLPs continue to work tirelessly to enhance and rehabilitate the communicative connections between our patients and their treatment teams, loved ones, and throughout the community.

Thank you to all our SLPs for everything you do for our patients and community!

Happy National Military Appreciation Month! This Memorial Day, join us in taking a moment to honor those serving and to remember those who have lost their lives defending our freedom. We are forever grateful for your courage and sacrifice.