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St. Elizabeth Rehab & Nursing Welcomes Dr. Hakim Uqdah
and Expands Advanced Heart Program

St. Elizabeth Rehab & Nursing, a Vierra facility and longstanding faith-based community in Baltimore, announced the appointment of fellowship-trained cardiologist Dr. Hakim Uqdah, DO, PharmD, and the expansion of its physician-led Cardiac Program. The announcement comes as St. Elizabeth undergoes a multi-million-dollar renovation designed to elevate the care environment for residents, patients, and families. Dr. […]

Written by on June 16, 2026

Vierra Communities Welcomes John Njonjo, RN, BSN
as Vice President of Clinical Services

Vierra Communities is pleased to announce the appointment of John Njonjo, RN, BSN, as Vice President of Clinical Services, further strengthening its longstanding commitment to clinical excellence across its skilled nursing and rehabilitation communities. Njonjo brings nearly two decades of experience in long-term care, along with extensive multistate regional expertise as a Registered Nurse. He […]

Written by on April 30, 2026

Carriage Hill Bethesda Welcomes Orthopedic Surgeon
Dr. Ricardo L. Cook to Its Specialized Care Team

Carriage Hill Bethesda, part of the esteemed Vierra family of healthcare facilities, is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Ricardo L. Cook, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, to its medical team. Known for its outstanding legacy of care, Carriage Hill Bethesda is a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation center offering patients a distinctive blend […]

Written by on January 15, 2026

Carriage Hill Bethesda Announces
Dr. Magdy M. Girgis as New Medical Director

Carriage Hill Bethesda, a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation center and proud member of the Vierra Communities family, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Magdy M. Girgis as Medical Director. Dr. Girgis brings over a decade of hospitalist experience and a distinguished track record in acute care medicine to his new leadership role. […]

Written by on January 12, 2026

Carriage Hill Bethesda Elevates Its Cardiac Care with the
Appointment of Dr. Tanveer A. Malik as Consulting Cardiologist

Carriage Hill Bethesda, a distinguished member of Vierra Communities known for its luxurious and innovative approach to healthcare, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Tanveer A. Malik as a consulting cardiologist. This addition heralds a new chapter in Carriage Hill Bethesda’s commitment to providing exceptional cardiac care within the sophisticated settings of its upscale healthcare […]

Written by on February 3, 2025

Vierra Communities Acquires
St. Elizabeth Rehabilitation & Nursing in Baltimore

Vierra Communities, a family-owned skilled nursing owner and operator, proudly announces its expansion with the addition of St. Elizabeth Rehabilitation & Nursing in Baltimore, MD. Vierra has been operating in Maryland for nearly 60 years and welcomes St. Elizabeth into its family with a commitment to fostering a nurturing, home-like environment. Vierra will commence a […]

Written by on December 2, 2024