MedStar Health Inc.

https://www.medstarhealth.org/

MedStar Health is a not-for-profit regional healthcare system headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Its mission is "To serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities," with a vision to be a trusted leader in caring for people and advancing health. The organization operates over 120 entities, including ten hospitals, across the Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area, making it a significant healthcare provider in the region.

The system offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services, encompassing acute care through its hospitals, extensive outpatient treatments, and urgent care facilities. Key specialties include cardiology, orthopedics, oncology, and women's health. MedStar Health also supports the MedStar Health Research Institute and maintains one of the largest graduate medical education programs in the country, in partnership with Georgetown University.

Led by President and CEO Kenneth A. Samet, MedStar Health is one of the largest employers in the region, with more than 37,000 associates. In late 2025, the organization experienced a data incident that compromised patient information, leading to a class-action settlement. More recently, in June 2026, MedStar Health introduced new treatments for high blood pressure and continued its community engagement through health events.

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