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The Baltimore County Professional Fire Fighters and Paramedics, represented by IAFF Local 1311, has been advocating for the career members of the Baltimore County Fire Department since 1958. With a focus on improving working conditions, safety, and benefits, the organization serves as a vital liaison between its members and the County Administration. In addition to its commitment to public service, Local 1311 actively participates in local and state politics, community events, and organizations. The IAFF Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Treatment and Recovery offers specialized support for members dealing with PTSD and addiction, creating a safe space for recovery and connection among peers. Generated from the website

Maria D Lopez-Arvizu MD is the medical director of the Psychiatric Mental Health Program at Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, MD. She is an assistant professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and a member of the faculty in the Department of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Lopez-Arvizu specializes in treating individuals with psychiatric illness in the context of developmental disabilities and has expertise in psychopharmacological management of children with developmental disabilities and severe behavioral presentations. As the Medical Director of the Psychiatric Mental Health Program, Dr. Lopez-Arvizu's goal is to establish collaborative efforts to facilitate access to care and improve psychiatric diagnosis and treatment outcomes for children and adolescents with complex and severe cognitive disabilities. She also focuses on teaching physicians-in-training and advocating for improved services to families coping with a dually diagnosed child, adolescent, or adult.Generated from the website