Atlantic General Health System
One of Two Dynamic Healthcare Systems in the LESMD Region
A financial investment from Worcester County, the Town of Ocean City and the State of Maryland resulted in the completion of Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin in 1993 – thus ushering in the beginnings of the current Atlantic General Health System. Representing the third largest industry in Worcester County, the majority of economic impact from the healthcare industry occurs in the more densely populated northern half of the county.
Atlantic General Health System, with its network of more than 40 primary care providers and specialists, provides care to more than 58,000 residents and visitors annually – resulting in a significant economic impact not only for Worcester County, but for the LESMD Region as a whole. In addition, Atlantic General Health System maintains a robust practical and programmatic role in the LESMD workforce development/educational continuum by partnering with the region’s colleges, universities and technical high schools.
Atlantic General Health System By the Numbers
Partnerships with local educational institutions
Salisbury University
Atlantic General Hospital partners with Salisbury University to provide comprehensive clinical rotations for students enrolled in the nursing program and clinical laboratory/hematology program.
Wor-Wic Community College
In partnership with Wor-Wic Community College Atlantic General Hospital provides clinical rotations for students who are enrolled in nursing, imaging, and laboratory programs. Students complete clinical hours involving direct patient care and leadership shadowing experience.
UMES
In collaboration with UMES, Atlantic General Hospital offers student opportunities in the clinical pharmacy, AGHRx RediScripts Pharmacy, as well as Nutritional Services and Diabetes Education.
Worcester Technical High School CTE Partnership
Atlantic General Hospital partners with Worcester Technical High School to provide observational experiences to their C.N.A. students, giving students the opportunity to experience the staff roles and responsibilities in departments such as Surgical Services, Intensive Care, Emergency Department, Imaging, and the Medical-Surgical area.
