WIXLIB

H eaLtH c areMaryland is home to some of thetop medical facilities and doctors in the country and, in somecases, the world. Whether youare looking for help with a short-term medical emergency, requirelong-term care, or looking fora retirement community, thereare a variety of facilities acrossthe state to help with you or yourBest Assisted Living FacilityLorien Health Serviceswww.lorienhealth.com/loved ones’ needs. You can alsomanage your own health by joining a fitness center with multiplelocations and classes aimed atmaintaining overall wellness.Best Health Fitness CompanyLifeBridge Health and Fitnesswww.lifebridgehealth.orgSpringwell Senior Livingspringwellseniorliving.com/Y in Central Marylandymaryland.org/Oak Crestwww.ericksonliving.com/oak-crestPlanet Fitnesswww.planetfitness.comBest Cosmetic or Plastic SurgeonMichele Shermak, M.D.https://www.drshermak.com/Dr. Bernard W. Changmdmercy.comDr. Craig A. Vander Kolkmdmercy.comBest Health Insurance ProviderCareFirst BlueCross om/United Healthcareuhc.comFind more information on the Reader Rankings winners en Health ServicesWINNER:“Best Assisted Living”10 Reader Rankings 2019Harmony Hall WINNER:“Best RetirementCommunity”The Daily Record

H EALTH C AREBest Health SystemBest OphthalmologistLifeBridge Healthwww.lifebridgehealth.orgKalyani Eye Carewww.kalyanieye.comGBMC Healthcarewww.gbmc.org/Katzen Eye Groupkatzeneye.comMercy Health Servicesmdmercy.comDonald Abrams naldabramsBest HospitalJohns Hopkins Hospitalwww.hopkinsmedicine.org/the johns hopkins hospitalGBMCwww.hselaw.comSinai Hospitalwww.lifebridgehealth.org/SinaiBest Medical Cannabis DispensaryGreenhouse Wellnesswww.greenhousewellness.comCurio est Retirement CommunityHarmony nyhallSpringwell Senior Livingspringwellseniorliving.comOak Crestwww.ericksonliving.com/oak-crestBest Urgent Care CenterPatient ww.cvs.com/minuteclinicREADARAWER RA N KIN G SDCongratulations to the seven LifeBridge Health entities and partners thatwere recognized as winners in this year’s Daily Record Reader Rankings!Best HospitalSinai Hospital of BaltimoreBest OphthalmologistDonald Abrams, M.D.The Daily RecordBest Health System - LifeBridge HealthBest Urgent Care CenterBest Retirement CommunityExpressCareSpringwell Senior LivingBest Health Fitness Company Best Assisted Living FacilityLifeBridge Health & FitnessSpringwell Senior LivingReader Rankings 2019 11

Call Us Toll Free888-234-0001410-234-10001211 St. Paul StreetBaltimore, MD 21202202-408-33001050 Connecticut Avenue, NW #500Washington, DC 20036www.sfspa.comWhen you think you may be the victim of medical malpractice,it can be a confusing time. Sometimes it may even feel like thedoctors and the insurance companies are speaking adifferent language.WHEN THINGSGO WRONG,WE FIGHT TOMAKE IT RIGHTThe medical investigators and lawyers at Schochor, Federico andStaton make sense of it all. We’ve been fighting for the victims ofmedical malpractice since 1984, and have recovered more than 1billion in damages on their behalf.*Call us today for a free, no-obligation case review. You pay no legalfees or expenses unless there’s a recovery.Jonathan Schochor, Managing Partner12 Reader Rankings 2019*Each case if different. Past success does not guarantee a favorable result in any future case.The Daily Record

“O ”FIGHTING FOR PATIENT RIGHTS SINCE 1984ur family was represented by highlycompetent attorneys who exhibitedprofessionalism and courtesy throughout theentire process. Our discomfort during the trialwas minimized by the kindness and respectwe were shown by our attorneys and theirsupport staff.- Susan S.“W ”“E ”veryone in this firm goes above andbeyond the call of duty.My family will always be deeply grateful fortheir kindness and expertise.- Jacqueline M.“S ”chochor, Federico & Staton are the expertsin the field of Medical Malpractice! With allthe complicated medical terms, they were ableto explain to me exactly what went wrong ande are blessed to have found awhy. They have the experience and are thecompassionate hardworking law firm to helpvery best in their field!!protect our little loved one.The Daily Record- ThomasReaderM. Rankings 2019 - Christina C.13

ord Readers!toho voted ncewsredaannoucord reThank yoDaily Reproud toeish.T.AkPn,anhderoment to t ederico and Stat Daily Record rea ingomaekFwelike to tathe folloies of Thchochor,We would m as a winner. S the three categor nked a winner infirre raer inrank ourd. We we019 Winnet2aainermeothat we w which we were ninrankingss:iercategoticel MalpracaicdeM ttionmmitmenaocigrituLoilf Civees,ement ory, employnowledgsjuktncnIaellisacunroio Persprestigwith ousuccesseive thiscisehrtoetradonoree to shews,We are hwould lik ily and friends.rnment neevWo.gecdnneour famtunitylegal, ato excellusiness,s well ashe oppor icetbal,srsaeenduioaggalecolleof serve for resinessier sourc s readers and bu across a numbermerp’sdnrsiveAs Maryla ecord annually g t-in-class providesReyblegalilraoThe Dledgeabledidates fwnoancke,teataofto nominmpassion ke or negligence ia.ocse.idsv.A. proe mistaColumbcategorieStaton, P injury through thistrict ofdweDnaehoticdrpact thatedefferd anuFnims,rlaesyohrhtimactfoMoSchen vichoutproudted totation wh es clients througy, we aree commit le whorraaserewvivrepresensrnaef peopfuturer 35th anur firm sgroups ord to thealeothers. O s we celebrate ouowrhowfdkd loor, aals anThis yea for our clients an ation to individutendhave ma xemplary represe ractice.alpgeinidedical mprovmfosimictare the vaily Recu to The D,, P.A.Sincerelyd Statonnaoicrer, FedSchochoore, MDBaltiml Street,uaPtina1S212024-1000* 410-23pa.com* www.sfs12114 Reader Rankings 2019The Daily Record

L aW and L eGaL s ervicesLawyers are often the first callsthat individuals, organizationsand businesses make uponlearning their rights may havebeen infringed or violated. Acomplex and ever-expanding andchanging field, the law and legalservices fall into a number of different areas, including personalinjury, criminal defense, civillitigation, family law and malpractice. Justice may take manyBest Law Firm - Civil LitigationSchochor Federico & Staton P.Awww.sfspa.comdifferent forms — successfulmediation, a jury’s verdict or ajudge’s decision — but residentswill find a number of passionate legal advocates right here inMaryland.Best Law Firm - Criminal DefenseSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitewww.mdattorney.comSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitewww.mdattorney.comEldridge, Nachtman & Crandell, LLCwww.enlawyers.comBowie & Jensen, LLCwww.bowie-jensen.comRandolph Ricericelawmd.comBEST MEDIATION FIRMThe Honorable Joseph F. Murphy retired fromthe Court of Appeals of Maryland in 2011 tojoin Silverman Thompson Slutkin White.His practice focuses on alternative disputeresolution, including mediation and ) 385-2225WWW.SILVERMANTHOMPSON.COMSign up for newsletters from The Daily Record atwww.thedailyrecord.com/email-newsletters/The Daily RecordReader Rankings 2019 15

L aW and L eGaL s ervicesBest Law Firm - FamilyMarkham Law Firmwww.markhamlegal.comBest Law Firm - Mergers & AcquisitionsSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitewww.mdattorney.comTurnbull Nicholson & Sanders, PAwww.mdattorney.comNemphos Brauenemphosbraue.comSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitemdattorney.comBowie & Jensen, LLCwww.bowie-jensen.comBest Law Firm - Intellectual PropertyBest Law Firm - Personal InjuryNemphos Brauenemphosbraue.comSchochor Federico & Staton P.Awww.sfspa.comSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitemdattorney.comSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitewww.mdattorney.comBowie & Jensen, LLCwww.bowie-jensen.comLaw Offices of Evan K. Thalenberg, P.A.ektlaw.comBest Law Firm - Medical MalpracticeBest Mediation FirmSchochor Federico & Staton P.Awww.sfspa.comSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitemdattorney.comPotter Burnett Lawpotterburnettlaw.comThank You to Our Clients and Peers for Voting ForOUR PRIDEBest Law Firm: Medical MalpracticeSilverman Thompson Slutkin & Whitewww.mdattorney.comBetter Business Bureau of Greater andLaw Offices of Julie Landauwww.landaulaw.comPotter Burnett is proudly led by nationally acclaimed personal injuryattorneys Deborah L. Potter, Suzanne V. Burnett, Andrew T. Burnett, andAssociate Attorney, Chris Salsman. Focusing in the practice areas of caraccidents, nursing home negligence, and medical malpractice. Our Prideof trial lawyers have the courtroom experience to confidently litigate anypersonal injury case, representing injured individuals throughout the stateof Maryland and Washington, D.C.Let our pride, protect yours.CALL FOR A FREE CONSULTATION301.850.7000 16701 Melford BlvdSuite 421Bowie, MD 20715PotterBurnettLaw.comCAR CRASHES NURSING HOME NEGLIGENCE MEDICAL MALPRACTICE16 Reader Rankings 2019The Daily Record

ORDER ONLINEwww.chefsexpressions.comTAKE LUNCH TOTHE NEXT LEVELPERFECT FOR:Office Luncheons Home EntertainingGroup Meetings and more!410.561.2433(CHEF)SPECIALOFFERSubscribe Today!1 Year Print & Digital Access for 199Get Maryland’s daily statewide source for business,law, government and real estate newsorYou SAVE 106!1 Year Digital Only Access for 99C. Fraser SmithYou voted for the best businessesin Md. And here they are. InsideTheDailyRecord.comVolume 128 Number 201Friday, July 21, 2017You SAVE 79!Reader RankingsMedicaid recipients and supporterskilled GOP health insurance plan. 14AMaryland’s trusted source of business, legal and government newsHogan administration threatens to sue EPAP. SearSBSears@TheDailyRecord.comMaryland’s Department of the EnEnvironment moved closer Thursday tosuing the Environmental ProtectionAgency over pollution emitted by 36power plants located in five neighboring states.The agency notified the agency ofthe intent to sue in a letter released tothe media.State Environment Secretary BenGrumbles, in a letter to EPA Adminis-trator Scott Pruitt, said the lawsuit isbeing considered because federal regulators have failed to act on a complaintfiled by Maryland in November.“To date, the EPA has not taken action on Maryland’s . petition nor hasthe EPA scheduled or held a publichearing on the matter, despite its legalobligation to do so,” Grumbles wrote.“Consequently, the State of Maryland iswriting to provide notice that it intendsto file suit against the administrator andthe EPA for failing to perform a nondisSEE EPA 3ACareFirst goeson the offensivein dispute withAAMC on feesIt’s the hottest show in townInsurer, hospital at oddsover reimbursement ratesBy Bryan P. SearSBSears@TheDailyRecord.comThe head of CareFirst Thursdayfired back at officials of Anne ArundelMedical Center after the hospital announced publicly that it was seeking toend its contract with the insurer over adispute about reimbursement rates.Chet Burrell, president and chiefexecutive officer of CareFirst, said adispute over a mid-contract adjustmenton radiology fees made by the insurermorphed into a full-fledged attempt byAnne Arundel Medical Center to renegotiate a contract.“I’ve been CEO for CareFirst for 10years and this has never happened withany hospital with which we deal duringMAXIMILIAN FRANZrtscape weekend is here in Baltimore. The projected 350,000 people who will attend will be accompanied by scorching temperatures,prompting City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen to issue a Code Red heat advisory. Sweaty patrons may feel right at home nextto the 20-foot-tall campfire sculpture by Steve Baker that will be the nightly setting for 7 p.m. singalongs. Now in its 36th year,Artscape is estimated to have an economic impact of 28.5 million on the city.State’s attorney, public defender sparover response to police body-camera videocould following a policyfor what happens to activecases involving an officerLitigation support“This is a very delicateprocess and not only requires time, but requires athorough evaluation and sofar we’ve identified close to100 cases where these officers have some sort of involvement,” Mosby said.The Office of the Public Defender, however, repeated its criticism that4A11A11ALawyer to lawyerPublic noticeBids12A1B2BSEE CAREFIRST 3Athedailyrecord.com/print-digital/?promo F9ZEVNT877-615-9536Use Promo Code F9ZEVNTMosby’s office moved tooslowly, arguing defensecounsel should have beennotified once the cases wereidentified.“The state’s attorney hasa well-established constitutional obligation to discloseinformation that challengesFILE PHOTOSEE VIDEO 9A 289 per year 2 per copyCareFirst CEO and President Chet BurrellFor subscriptionscall 1-800-451-9998 or emailcustomerservice@bridgetowermedia.comOffer good for new subscribers only.The Daily RecordReader Rankings 2019 17

SPONSORSPRESENTING SPONSORLaw and Legal Services: Schochor, Federico and Staton, P.A.CELEBRATION SPONSORSExpress Care Urgent Care CentersTurnbull, Nicholson & Sanders, P.A.SUPPORTING SPONSORSRECOGNITION SPONSORSChef’s ExpressionsAshley Custom HomesEpsilon RegistrationAPGFCUSilverman Thompson Slutkin & WhiteVPC, Inc.Calvert Hall College High SchoolDP SolutionsEdwards Performance SolutionsLifeBridge HealthLorien Health ServicesNorthrop Realty, A Long & Foster CompanyPotter Burnett LawResidential Title & Escrow CompanyNote: Sponsors listed as of publication press deadline.18 Reader Rankings 2019The Daily Record

m ade in m arYLandMaryland is home to many locally produced products, food anddrinks. From McCormick’s OldBest Crab CakePappas Restaurant and Sports Barpappasparkville.comBay spice to the growing number of breweries, wineries anddistilleries Maryland is a greatplace to find a local product. Andof course, everyone has theirfavorite crab cake.Best DistillerySagamore Spiritsagamorespirit.comG&M Restaurantgandmcrabcakes.comPatapsco Distilling Companywww.patapscodistilling.comBox Hill Pizzeriawww.boxhillpizzeria.comTenth Ward Distilling Companywww.tenthwarddistilling.comBest Craft BeerFlying Dog Brewerywww.flyingdog.comUnion Craft Brewingunioncraftbrewing.comKey Brewingkeybrewing.comBest Local ProductOld Bay Seasoning/McCormickmccormick.comRoute One Apparelwww.routeoneapparel.comBerger Cookieswww.bergercookies.comBest WineryBoordy Vineyardsboordy.comBasignani Winerywww.basignani.comBlack Ankle Vineyardsblackankle.comPURCHASE PHOTOS!Professional photos from tonight’s event are for sale.Be sure to visit thedailyrecord.com/purchase-photos/to browse our photo gallery and easily purchasephotos online.The Daily RecordReader Rankings 2019 19

S AV E T H E D AT E !November 5, 2019BWI HiltonMost Admired CEO honors talented business CEOs and nonprofit leaders whose leadershipand vision are admired by those around them. Three-time winners are inducted into theCircle of Influence.April 20, 2020Meyerhoff Symphony HallMaryland’s Top 100 Women recognizes high-achieving Maryland women who are making animpact through their leadership, community service and mentoring. Three-time winners areinducted into the Circle of Excellence.2019November 18, 2019TBDExcellence in Construction & Real Estate celebrates the individuals and companies who are changing thelandscape of the Maryland region through design, construction, project management, lending, innovation andmore. These individuals and organizations are creating jobs, building healthy spaces, helping families andcompanies achieve their dreams, and leading the way toward growth and prosperity for the community.December 2, 2019May 14, 2020BWI HiltonLeadership in Law recognizes Maryland’s legal professionals – lawyers and judges – whosededication to their occupation and to their communities is outstanding. This event also honorsup-and-coming lawyers through the Generation JD award and identifies exemplary careersthrough the Lifetime Achievement Award.Health CareWestin AnnapolisLeading Women celebrates women who are age 40 or younger for the tremendousaccomplishments they have made so far in their careers. They are selected based on professionalcommunity involvement and a commitment to inspiring change.December 16, 2019June 2020TBDHealth Care Heroes will be honoring those organizations and individuals that have made animpact on the quality of health care within Maryland. Categories include: Advancements inHealth Care, Community Outreach, Health Education Hero, Lifetime Achievement, Mid-LevelProvider of the Year, Nurse of the Year, Physician of the Year, Volunteer of the Year andWorkplace Wellness Program.The Center ClubThe Icon Honors award recognizes Maryland business leaders over the age of 60 for their notablesuccess and demonstration of strong leadership both within and outside of their chosen field.March 2020TBDThe Women’s Leadership Summit will convene Top 100 Women, Leading Women andMaryland’s network of women professionals to learn about important topics facing women inbusiness today, give back to the community and create mentoring relationships.September 2020Gertrude’s at The Baltimore Museum of ArtThe VIP list recognizes Maryland’s leaders who are 40 years old or younger based on their professionalaccomplishments, community service and a commitment to inspiring change. They are selected by anoutside panel of judges, including previous winners and business leaders.March 26, 2020Grand Lodge of MarylandInfluential Marylanders honors individuals who have made a significant impact in their fieldand are influential leaders for their organization. Honorees are selected by The Daily Record'seditors for significant contributions in their field. Three-time winners are inducted into theCircle of Influence.October 2020American Visionary Art MuseumThe Daily Record readers nominated, voted for and support these outstanding organizations.NOMINATE. SPONSOR. CELEBRATE. TheDailyRecord.com/EventsFor more information, call 443.524.8100 or email events@TheDailyRecord.com20 Reader Rankings 2019The Daily Record

r eaL e stateMaryland’s residential real estate mar-from Maryland Realtors show that theare looking to build from the ground upket is experiencing increased prices asnumber of units, average price and me-or just want to buy an existing building,the supply of homes for sale continuesdian price continued to rise in July 2019Maryland has plenty of top-notch pro-to trend well below historic levels. Dataversus the same period in 2018. If youfessionals to help close the deal.Best Architectural FirmDesign Evolution Architecture, LLCwww.designevol

or for a higher education program, Maryland has plenty of choices. There are more than 50 accredited two- and four-year colleges and universities. Best Community College Community College of Baltimore City www.ccbcmd.edu Harford Community College www.harford.edu Howard Community College www.howardcc.edu Best Graduate Program