Established in 1965, the Center for Hyperbaric Medicine at Shock Trauma is internationally recognized for its leadership and expertise in the clinical application of hyperbaric therapy. With the only multiplace hyperbaric chamber in the State of Maryland, the Center can accommodate up to 23 patients and care providers per dive. Conditions that are responsive to hyperbaric oxygen therapy include: Within this Center, recreational and commercial scuba divers can also undergo dive physicals to ensure they are healthy enough to dive. Continue reading →

What is HBOT?What are the benefits of HBOT?What conditions does HBOT treat?Are there different types of chambers?How should patients prepare for treatment?How is HBOT administered?Is HBOT safe?Are there any side effects?What information does the technician need to know from the patient prior to HBOT?How does hyperbaric oxygen help brain injury or stroke?How does hyperbaric oxygen help a child with cerebral palsy (CP) or traumatic brain injury (TBI)?How are patients referred for treatment? What is HBOT? Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment which enhances the body's natural healing process by inhalation of 100% oxygen in a total body chamber, where atmospheric pressure is increased and controlled. Continue reading →

Medical treatment in which an ambient pressure greater than sea level atmospheric pressure is a necessary component Hyperbaric medicine is medical treatment in which an ambient pressure greater than sea level atmospheric pressure is a necessary component. Continue reading →

Jeffrey A. Niezgoda, MD, FACHM, MAPWCA, CHWS (Course Director) Caroline E. Fife, MD, FACHM, MAPWCA Thomas E Continue reading →