- Why Choose Our Bariatric Optimization Program?Like you, we want to ensure you get the most benefit from bariatric surgery, all while minimizing potential risks. And that's exactly what BOP delivers. What else gives us an edge over other hospitals?We offer aquatic therapy. In some cases, we may recommend aquatic therapy. Water takes some of the weight off your joints, so exercising is more achievable. Plus, your risk of falls and injury is low. Using the water as your resistance can help you build muscle strength and cardiovascular endurance at the same time. The warm pool water can help to additionally loosen tight muscles and further soothe pain.We offer aquatic therapy in locations that feature warm water pools with shallow and deep ends.Our physical therapists are licensed medical professionals. We're specialists at helping bariatric surgery patients safely lose weight. But that's not all. As licensed medical professionals, we're qualified to check your vital signs to ensure your safety while you exercise and help to manage any other limiting factors to your program's success.We'll help manage other medical conditions. Preparing for bariatric surgery is challenging enough. It's even more complex if you have health conditions including diabetes, osteoarthritis or osteoporosis. We have physical, occupational and speech therapists who specialize in managing the symptoms and side effects related to these conditions, as well as many others.We have several locations. Sure, we're a health system. But our satellite clinics offer you the convenience of a private clinic. Our many sites make it easier to get treatment close to your home or workplace. And that means less time traveling to and from appointments.TreatmentConditions/Services/Treatments PageWe help patients improve their health before and after bariatric surgery. We offer medically supervised exercise programs, diabetes management and post-op rehabilitation.Bariatric Surgery & Physical TherapyBariatric surgery is a proven and effective treatment for losing weight and keeping it off. It can allow you to live a more vital, active, and longer life. It can aid in pain reduction and can help to reduce or remove need for diabetes medications.However, as with any surgery and new program, there are risks. So before you can move forward with a surgery date, there are milestone and goals surgeons want you to reach. These include understanding safe exercise practices and achieving pre-operative weight loss.Our bariatric physical therapists and bariatric surgeons have created a program that helps you you achieve these goals and milestones and so much more. Its name says it all: Bariatric Optimization Program (BOP). In short, we'll help you prepare for and recover from bariatric surgery, so you'll get the best possible result.0
- General Page - Tier 2.paragraph--type--cond-serv-treat-overview iframe, .paragraph--type--cond-serv-treat-overview img { width: auto; aspect-ratio:auto; }Thank you for your interest in our Bariatric Fellowship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. Our curriculum provides ongoing educational and research activities to give you the experience, resources and mentorship needed to meet your individual advancement goals. Our dedicated faculty are committed to your education. All training activities are appropriately supervised to ensure your competency and progressive autonomy throughout the program. One of the key quality features of our program is the Simulation to Advance Innovation and Learning (SAIL) Center that is located onsite at LHAAMC. SAIL is a 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility that offers dynamic simulation, research and educational opportunities. As the third busiest hospital in Maryland, fellows will be exposed to a breath of experience in a welcoming, modern environment. As a fellow your training will prepare you to provide the highest quality surgical care to patients with morbid obesity and obesity-related diseases. You will perform operative procedures and provide all aspects of care, including pre-, peri- and post-operative care, to your patients. Please explore our website to get more details on the fellowship opportunities that are available to you at LHAAMC. I wish you success in your career and hope to meet you in Annapolis. Alex Gandsas, MD, MBA, FACSProgram Director, Bariatric Fellowship ------ MISSION As a fellow in our Bariatric Fellowship program you will: Understand morbid obesity and its related diseases to include epidemiology of obesity in adolescent and geriatric populations Apply non-operative management of morbid obesity to identify options without surgery Manage primary operative cases of morbid obesity to refine your surgical skills through experience with bariatric operations Manage revision surgical operations and understand the benefits and risks of each Understand and manage complications of obesity-related conditions Faculty Alex Gandsas, MD, FAC Program Director, Bariatric Fellowship and Director, Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery Courtney Doyle, MD Associate Program Director, Attending Surgeon, Surgical Specialists0
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- Behavioral Health, Senior CareGeneral Page Tier 3BlogAs a prevention education coordinator at Pathways, Anne Arundel Medical Center’s substance use and mental health treatment center, Mandy Larkins is in the community daily. She works to prevent anyone from having to deal with the devastating disease of addiction. “It can affect anyone, any age, any socioeconomic group, any gender and any race,” she says. Senior citizens are at greater risk for addiction if they take multiple medications and take prescription pain medications. According to the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information, up to 17 percent of adults age 60 and over abuse prescription drugs. Common medications of abuse include narcotic pain killers, sleeping pills and tranquilizers. To help prevent prescription addiction, Mandy reminds seniors to ask questions when talking to their doctors about certain medications. Questions to ask include: Does this medication have an addictive tendency? What are the side effects and will it interact with my current medications? What is the least amount of time I will need to take this medicine? Are there other options for this medication? Social drinking while taking medications can also cause a negative reaction, especially if someone is taking several prescriptions. “Social drinking could mean one glass of wine a night or it could mean five beers on a weekend, and these can certainly interact differently with medications,” says Mandy. “Have a conversation with your doctor about social drinking and what the problems would be with drinking and taking new medication.” The warning signs of addiction are sometimes hard to separate from the side effects experienced from the medications. Mandy notes that a drug side effect will show up soon after the patient starts taking the new medication. In contrast, addiction might take some time to display its symptoms. You might not see symptoms until the patient stops taking the drug. Signs of addiction include: Differences in sleep Changes in appetite Fluctuations in mood or unusual behavior Taking more than the prescribed dose of medication Taking medication for reasons other than what it is prescribed “It’s important to talk to your doctor if you have been treated for any addiction earlier in life,” says Mandy. “Certain medications could be trigger points for some people.” If you believe an elderly loved one may have an addiction problem, alert his or her physician. The right type of treatment will vary depending on the individual and the situation. AAMC’s Pathways Treatment Center offers individualized substance abuse and mental health treatment. Call 410-573-5449 for more information. Contributor Mandy Larkins is a prevention education coordinator at Pathways and can be reached at 410-573-5428.0
- Behavioral HealthGeneral Page Tier 3BlogSocial workers are often recognized for the important work they do with children, people with disabilities and the elderly, but they also play a vital role in behavioral healthcare. There are social workers involved with every step of the patient journey, from evaluation to advocacy. They work in a variety of settings, including emergency rooms, inpatient care, outpatient care, substance use programs and more. Here are a few examples of the crucial services social workers provide: Assessment and Evaluation: Social workers conduct initial assessments to understand patient’s behavioral health needs, strengths, and challenges. They may use standardized tools and techniques to assess the severity of symptoms and the impact on the individual’s daily life. Counseling and Therapy: Social workers provide counseling and therapy to individuals, families, and groups to address mental health issues. They may utilize different therapeutic approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), or interpersonal therapy to help clients manage symptoms, develop coping strategies, and improve overall well-being. Advocacy: Social workers advocate for behavioral health patients’ rights and access to appropriate services and resources. They may work with healthcare providers, government agencies and community organizations to ensure that patients receive the support they need. Crisis Intervention: Social workers are trained to provide crisis intervention services for individuals experiencing acute behavioral health crises or emotional distress. They may offer immediate support, assess risk, and facilitate referrals to emergency services or psychiatric care as needed. Supportive Services: Social workers offer ongoing emotional support and encouragement to mental health patients and their families. They provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental presence, helping clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and maintain their recovery journey. For those who are interested in becoming a social worker, there are several steps involved, including: A Bachelor’s Degree A Master’s Degree in Social Work Supervised Experience Licensure Exams Maintaining a License Becoming a social worker offers the opportunity to have a meaningful impact in the well-being of others. If you are looking for a career in social work, please visit Luminis Health Careers. Author Joy R. Hudson, LCSW-C, LICSW is the Clinical Director for Luminis Health Behavioral Health at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center.0
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