Dr. Ivan C.A. Walks selected to serve on MD Swine Flu Advisory Board

On April 30, 2009, Governor Martin O’Malley appointed Dr. Ivan C.A. Walks, Dr. John G. Bartlett, Dr. Frank M. Calia, Dr. Thomas V. Inglesby, Dr. James P. Nataro and Dr. Ina Stephens to a board established to advise him and the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) on issues related to the occurrence of the H1N1 (swine) influenza virus in the state. 

“The members of this advisory board represent some of the best minds in medicine, infectious disease and pediatrics and have already provided invaluable advice and guidance,” said Governor O’Malley.  “While we making every preparation we can as a state, the decisions ahead may broadly impact the lives of all Marylanders, and each member of this advisory board brings the scientific, clinical and academic guidance that will be immensely valuable in this decision-making process.  We fully expect to see more cases of swine flu in Maryland, and will continue to provide the public with the latest information possible.”

For more information about Dr. Walks and his work with the Maryland Swine Flu Advisory Board, email info@ivanwalks.com or call 301-357-8324, ext. 500.