DocFinder
www.docboard.org/docfinder.html
Listing of links to the licensing board Web sites of several states, including Maryland (see the Maryland Board of Physicians link below). Licensing boards give more biographical information about doctors practicing in their state.
Hospital Compare
hospitalcompare.hhs.gov/hospital
Information about the quality of care in your area-hospitals.
Hospital Guide
mhcc.maryland.gov/consumerinfo/hospitalguide
Information about hospital performance in Maryland.
Maryland Board of Physicians
www.mbp.state.md.us/bpqapp
Information on individual physicians licensed in Maryland, including licensing information, date of graduation from medical school and any disciplinary actions levied over the last ten years.
Questions Are the Answer
www.ahrq.gov/questionsaretheanswer
Learn which questions to ask healthcare providers during a visit and the importance of communication with your healthcare team.
