- General Page - Tier 1Your exciting and fulfilling journey starts here. The programs offered by the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (LHAAMC) Foundation provides individuals, families, businesses, foundations, community groups and organizations the opportunity to demonstrate their appreciation for quality health care and the critical resource that is LHAAMC. Every gift shows that you are committed to providing the tools, training and resources needed to care for all people throughout their lifetimes. Every gift shows that you want to have the best doctors, nurses and healthcare support professionals here in our community, in our hospital. Every gift demonstrates that you want to ensure superior healthcare for your family, friends, co-workers and neighbors. Our staff is available to match your charitable objectives with the right program, steer you to a volunteer position that is meaningful to you, and help you investigate the many opportunities for donation. We appreciate every gift and manner of giving and welcome the support of each and every donor. Thank you for your willingness to contribute and care. Contact a member of our staff today to learn how you can help by calling 443-481-4747. Our physical address is: 2000 Medical Parkway, Belcher Pavilion, Suite 604, Annapolis, MD 21401., Fish For A CureFish For A Cure (F4AC) is a fishing and fundraising competition among friends that benefits cancer patients and their families in our community. F4AC has raised more than $6.5 million to support the Cancer Survivorship Program at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Join us as we celebrate continued commitment to making a splash in cancer care for our community. For more information on how to register your boat, donate to a boat, or become a sponsor, visit www.fishforacure.org., Giving, Societies and Programs, Denim & DiamondsAfter six years, we’re thrilled to reunite with our friends, community partners, sponsors, and donors to raise vital funds for pediatric mental health needs in our community. The 2025 Denim & Diamonds Bash was held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, on LHAAMC’s south campus and featured a night of fun and dancing under the stars with fabulous cuisine, gourmet food trucks, and a great band. The success of the Bash is dependent on strong community and corporate support. Now running on a two-year cadence, the Denim & Diamonds Bash will be back in 2027. Stay tuned for more information on our 2026 Denim & Diamonds event, which will have a different format providing more education around the importance of mental health resources with just as much excitement., Every giftThe programs offered by the LHAAMC Foundation provide individuals, families, businesses, foundations, community groups and organizations the opportunity to demonstrate their appreciation for quality health care and the critical resource that is LHAAMC.Every gift shows that you are committed to providing the tools, training and resources needed to care for all people throughout their lifetimes., News and Publications , We are located at 2000 Medical Parkway, Belcher Pavilion, Suite 604, Annapolis, MD 21401. Our office hours are 8:30 am – 5 pm. Email or call us 443-481-4747.0
- Cancer Care, Community, Patient & Family Advisors, UncategorizedGeneral Page Tier 3BlogPatricia Holle describes herself as a “mammogram success story.” When her breast screening showed an abnormality, Pat underwent 18 months of treatment for stage 2B breast cancer at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Once she was pronounced cancer-free, Pat was determined to help others who were facing cancer diagnoses. Luckily, she didn’t have to look far: She joined the volunteers who serve as AAMC’s patient and family advisors. Pat says she was hooked by the program’s theme, Nothing About Me Without Me. Pat had benefited from their services when she was a patient, so she felt it was a natural fit for her to return the favor. “There is something so special about AAMC,” says Pat. “They have such great care, even after treatment is done.” In her advisor role, Pat collaborated on the guide that breast cancer patients are given when they begin their cancer journey. “Empathy is wonderful,” says Pat, “but a unique perspective is given by someone who has been through breast cancer.” One annual event that holds particular meaning for Pat is AAMC’s National Cancer Survivors Day celebration. That’s where she learned about the Annapolis Dragon Boat Club, the local club of an international movement of cancer survivors who paddle and race stylized boats. “We like to say that it is a support group that’s not only about the disease,” says Pat. “Plus, being an athlete again is a great thing.” The dragon boat is featured in a painting that now hangs in The Rebecca Fortney Breast Center at the Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute, and is reproduced on note cards that are in a gift bag given to breast cancer patients on the day of their surgery. Pat remarks, “In the face of having a life-threatening diagnosis, it is reassuring to have a visit from a survivor with these special gifts.” Originally published Aug. 10, 2016. Last updated May 29, 2018.0
- Cancer Care, Patient StoriesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogSeven years ago, Howard “Howdy” Freedlander of Annapolis discovered that he had prostate cancer again. He met with Dr. Angel “Ted” Torano, a radiation oncologist at Luminis Health, to discuss treatment for the recurrence. “He was the most authentic and genuine doctor,” Howard says of Dr. Torano. In 2015, Howard traveled to Baltimore for the recommended surgery and now decided to receive eight weeks of radiation treatment under the care of Dr. Torano at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. Howard underwent treatment from Monday to Friday, with each session lasting approximately 10 to 15 minutes. He commends the team for their professionalism and punctuality. The radiation therapists working with him also developed a personal connection. They nicknamed him Howdy, and upon his arrival for the afternoon treatment, they would cheerfully exclaim, “It’s Howdy Doody Time!” On one occasion, they even played the famous Howdy Doody song, and all of them, including Howdy, danced for a few seconds—a unique radiation preparation experience. After a total of 39 treatments, Howard celebrated his last day by ringing the bell in the Donner Pavilion. As a token of appreciation, he left a Howdy Doody bobblehead for the team to remember him by. He carries with him the memories of compassionate care. His advice to others affected by cancer is to maintain a positive mindset. He emphasizes the importance of respecting medical practitioners and appreciating the fact that they are working to save lives. They are motivated to help patients face cancer calmly and optimistically. “Many people who undergo treatment are fearful, anxious, and apprehensive. I chose to acknowledge the seriousness of the process, trust in it, and believe in its effectiveness. I am immensely grateful, as is my family,” says Howard. Howard Freedlander retired in 2011 as the Deputy State Treasurer of the State of Maryland. Previously, he held the position of executive officer in the Maryland National Guard and served as the community editor for Chesapeake Publishing, most recently at the Queen Anne’s Record-Observer. In his retirement, Howard actively serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations in the Eastern Shore, Annapolis, and Philadelphia. If you would like to support the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center by honoring a doctor, nurse, or caregiver, please consider making a gift.0
- News & Press ReleasesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogIn honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center is hosting its annual Pink Ribbon Rally Saturday, October 5 on our Lanham campus. The event aims to spotlight the importance of breast cancer awareness and the crucial role of early detection through mammograms. The Pink Ribbon Rally will feature no cost mammograms and clinical breast screenings, as well as life-saving information about the signs, symptoms, and early detection of breast cancer. “Breast cancer impacts lives profoundly, especially in Prince George’s County,” said Deneen Richmond, president of Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center. “By moving the event to Saturday, we hope to make it more accessible for residents and neighbors to join us. Meeting breast cancer survivors and hearing their inspiring stories always moves me, and I take comfort in knowing that we’re raising awareness and offering hope to the many women in our community fighting breast cancer.”Prince George’s County has one of the highest mortality rates of Breast Cancer in Maryland. To address this critical issue, Luminis Health is currently in the third year of a $1.3M state grant to provide breast cancer screenings to women in Prince George’s County. Thanks to this funding, the health system has administered more than 2,300 no cost breast cancer screenings, significantly advancing our efforts to combat breast cancer in the community. “This event empowers women to get a mammogram because it saves lives,” said Dr. Regina Hampton, breast cancer surgeon at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center. “With one in eight women in the United States facing a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, and breast cancer being a leading cause of death among women in Prince George’s County, I encourage every woman to start getting mammograms at age of 40, or earlier if they have a family history.”In addition to mammograms, the Pink Ribbon Rally will offer resources and guidance from local organizations, support groups, and healthcare professionals. There will also be inspirational stories from breast cancer survivors, bra fittings, live music, food, and games.Event DetailsDate: Saturday, October 5, 2024Time: 11 am to 3 pmAddress: 8118 Good Luck Road, LanhamAdmission: Free and open to the public0
- Physical TherapyGeneral Page Tier 3BlogWhen it comes to keeping your body healthy, the first things you may think about are your diet and exercise habits. While those are two vital parts that contribute to your wellbeing, many other factors are often overlooked, including your posture. Good posture is tough to define, but it often includes the correct alignment of bones and joints while sitting, standing and lying down. This ensures your muscles are being used properly. Bad posture can affect your overall health and lead to chronic pain. Poor movement patterns generate both physical and mental stress, like indigestion, neck and back discomfort, headaches, an increased risk of heart disease, and fatigue. It’s important to pay attention to how you move and position your body. The benefits of practicing good posture are undeniable. It engages your core, increases energy, relieves pain and improves your appearance. Because of this, there are many items out on the market claiming they can help you improve your posture. We decided to put one new gadget to the test. The Upright Go is a Bluetooth device you attach to your back. It’s designed to improve and track posture by vibrating to alert you when you slouch. Shannon Robinson, physical therapist with Luminis Health Physical Therapy, tried it out for a day to see what she thought. To first get started with Upright Go, you download the free app and sync the device to your phone. You then attach a small, white device to your upper back via an adhesive sticker. When in ‘Training Mode,’ the device will vibrate on your back to alert you when you slouch. Their website recommends training daily in order to form a better posture habit. After each daily training session, you can switch to ‘Tracking Mode’ to continue monitoring your posture throughout the day. “I could feel myself having to use all back muscles to sit up tall with my shoulder blades pinched and eventually my muscles would feel fatigued, telling me that they were really working,” Shannon says. “Using the app, you can see all your posture statistics, goals, and how you have improved over time.” Shannon felt the device worked well with activities that require an erect trunk posture such as sitting, standing and walking. However, “it was very sensitive and required me to actively pinch my shoulder blades and retract my neck to an uncomfortably extreme position,” she describes. “I found the device to be inappropriate to wear with activities that require a lot of movement such as bending forward to treat patients.” The device may work for those who have desk jobs, Shannon says, and it does tend to be useful to track your progress. The vibration is also adjustable. “But, overall, I wouldn’t recommend it.” The best way to improve posture, instead, is good, old-fashioned physical therapy focused on postural strengthening. Exercise and stretching can improve your posture because it helps increase your circulation and range of motion. “They are the most effective and realistic ways to improve back support. Lumbar cushions are a good tactile cue, but exercise is best.” Whether you’re someone who works a physically demanding job or sits at a desk, the Luminis Health Physical Therapy team can help you train your spine and offer tips to prevent and alleviate poor posture. We offer convenient, outpatient locations throughout Anne Arundel County, and into Prince George’s County. Our specialists can treat you near your home or work. Visit LuminisHealth.org/Physical-Therapy or call 443-481-1140 to learn more.0
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