Dr. Houk Upgraded to Serious Condition

Dr. Ted Houk, well-known for his daily runs to work, is in better health after a Thursday SUV accident left the internist with severe injuries.

Houk, 50, of the 1700 block of Kurtz Avenue in Lutherville, was listed in critical condition following the accident, but has since been upgraded to serious condition, said Karen Warmkessel, a R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center spokeswoman.

Houk was flown to shock trauma after he was struck by 2005 Toyota Rav4 driven by a 65-year-old woman, Baltimore County Police said. Police said Houk, who was traveling southbound on N. Charles Street, jogged into the traffic lane, in front of the vehicle.

Colleagues worried about Houk's condition following the accident. He has a private practice in Towson, and additionally sees patients at Greater Baltimore Medical Center.

Houk has achieved local fame for his daily runs to and from work, which is approximately a total of six miles when he goes to his practice and 11 when he heads to the Towson hospital. He typically jogs shirtless, while carrying a briefcase-style bag the contents of which include a pound each of fruits and vegetables.

Baltimore County police are still investigating the accident.

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