The University of Maryland Video Press is a program of the School of Medicine under the direction of Oscar winning® producers, Susan Hannah Hadary and Bill Whiteford. It is both a production agency and national distributor. Susan has been supervising producer and writer on 30 programs for Discovery with Bill being director and primary photographer.
Joi Shilling has been editor on these high profile national productions.
Joi Shilling has been editor on these high profile national productions.
As a program of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Video Press has unparalleled access throughout the country to hospitals, health care professionals, patients, physicians, medical specialists, researchers and surgeons. This association enhances services Video Press provides to clients, though in no way limits subject matter or creative directions.
Video Press produces long format documentaries, PSAs, fund raising programs, public relations programs, tribute pieces, community outreach for at-risk urban youth, educational and training films. Our work is distributed nationally and internationally via cable, public television, and the internet. » Click here to learn about our award winning Producers
A National Presence
Broadcast
Through broadcast and cable, Video Press programs have reached many millions in the United States and has been seen in over fifty countries world wide. Video Press documentaries and programs can best be described as a celebration of the human spirit.
Non-broadcast
Video Press is a national distributor of health related programming to professionals and students in the fields of health care for the elderly. These programs are used by over 5,000 clients nationally including nursing homes, hospitals, universities, community colleges, professional training programs, hospice and Alzheimer’s associations.
Video Press also produces and nationally distributes programming on the worlds of individuals with special needs, disabilities and those challenged to overcome cultural and psychological barriers. This year Video Press resumes the distribution of these titles to professional training programs, school systems, disability awareness groups, special education organizations, and support groups.
Clients
Whiteford-Hadary programs have been commissioned by Discovery, TLC and HBO, numerous federal agencies, national professional organizations, hospitals, and health and social services organizations. In addition, Video Press works closely with the University of Maryland School of Medicine and University Medical Center as well as with other health care organizations and long term care facilities. We welcome inquiries from individuals and organizations with funding who wish to commission programs. » Click here to learn about our Production Services
The Video Press Authors
Peter V. Rabins, MD regarded by the medical profession as a national leader in the care of Alzheimer’s patients, has contributed to numerous Video Press productions for staff training in long-term care and assisted living and for use by Alzheimer’s support groups and by family caregivers. He is an on-going consultant to Video Press. Dr. Rabins is the author of “The 36 Hour Day” and numerous publications on Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Rabins is the Director of the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neuropsychiatry in the Department of Pscychiatry at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.
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Debra Wertheimer, MD is a Clinical Asst. Professor at the University Maryland School of Medicine and the Associate Director of Clinical Services at Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Until recently she was the Medical Director of the Visiting Nurses Association of Maryland Medicare Certified Hospice Program; the Vice President of Clinical Affairs, Visiting Nurses Association of Maryland; the Medical Director, VNA of Maryland; and the Medical Director, Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care Program of Maryland.
Dr. Wertheimer is an on-going consultant to Video Press and contributes yearly to Video Press productions. Through her educational outreach she is dedicated to the training of those providing care to the elderly, particularly to nursing assistants.
Georgia L. Stevens, Ph.D., APRN, BC is currently the Aftercare Coordinator for the Maryland State Mental Hygiene Administration and Baltimore Mental Health Systems, Baltimore, MD. She has been on the faculty of the School of Nursing at The Catholic University of America and the University of Maryland. Dr. Stevens is the author of numerous publications on caregiver stress and preventing abuse in long-term care. She is a regular contributor to Video Press programs and is an on-going content consultant.
Barbara Resnick, Ph.D., CRNP, FAAN, FAANP is a Professor of Nursing at the University of Maryland School of Nursing and an Adjunct Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine. Her research focuses on motivation of older adults particularly with regards to performance of functional activities. She has authored over 100 manuscripts and recently published a book on restorative care nursing. Dr. Resnick is a frequent contributor to Video Press Programs.
Visiting Video Press Authors
John Burton, MD, The Johns Hopkins Geriatric Center Bayview Medical Center
Michelle Bellantoni, MD, The Johns Hopkins Geriatric Center Bayview Medical Center
Janet Yellowitz, DMD, MPH, Director of Geriatric Dentistry, University of Maryland Dental School
Stephanie A. Mayoryk, RN, BSN, CIC, Infection Control Practitioner, Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.
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Our Best Sellers
Grace
This nationally recognized documentary enters the life of Grace shortly after her diagnosis with Alzheimer’s disease until her death 8 years later. The film not only documents the world of Grace but also the progression of the disease and the inspirational caregiving efforts of her husband, Glenn.
Don't miss the newly released Grace Notes. Using excerpts from the film Grace, leading national expert, Dr. Peter Rabins, presents the progression of dementia and care giving tips.
King Gimp
Winner of the 1999 short documentary Oscar®, this documentary follows the inspirational life of Dan Keplinger for 12 years. Born with cerebral palsy, he fights his way into the mainstream and proves to the world he belongs both as a person of strength but also as a talented artist. Kids and teachers alike benefit from seeing this program, but don’t be fooled, its not just educational, its inspirational and touches your heart, no matter who you are.
Offered nationally by HBO.
Don't miss The King’s Miracle a brief update that chronicles what happens after the Oscar® and The King of Arts a virtual tour of some of Dan’s art work and his personal commentary on being an artist.
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