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Luminis Health provides exceptional emergency care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
A medical emergency can happen at any time, to anyone. That's why Luminis Health provides exceptional emergency care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you're experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911. Do not drive yourself. When to Go to the ER If you think you may be having a medical emergency, don't hesitate to come to the Emergency Room (ER). By seeking treatment for medical emergencies as early as possible, you'll have the best possible outcome. Come to the ER if you're experiencing: Chest pain or difficulty breathing. Weakness or numbness on one side. Slurred speech. Seizures. Fainting or a change in mental state. Severe headache (the “worst headache of your life"). Serious burns. Severe abdominal pain. Head or eye injury. Broken bones or dislocated joints. Unexplained or persistent high fever. Severe cuts that may need stitches. Thoughts of suicide or hurting someone else. Vaginal bleeding or abdominal pain with pregnancy. , If you don't have health insurance, don't let that stop you from getting emergency care. We see all patients, regardless of whether you have health insurance. If you are a self-pay patient, we can connect you to government programs that may help with your health care costs. Our billing department can also work with you on payment plans.
Emergency Services
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Alejandro Gandsas, MD
Alejandro Gandsas
Alejandro Gandsas
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Alex Gandsas, MD, MBA, FACS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained expert in the field of bariatric weight loss surgery having performed more than 4,000 procedures. He is bilingual in English and Spanish. As the director of the Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery Program at Luminis Health, he leads its development and implementation. Dr. Gandsas is passionate about learning, serving as the director of the Residency and Fellowship Programs at Luminis Health. Dr. Gandsas specializes in revisional surgery for weight regain and acid reflux after previous bariatric surgery. He also uses cutting edge technology to perform robotic bariatric surgery. Dr. Gandsas brings years of experience from large academic medical centers, including Johns Hopkins, the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ, and Sinai Hospital in Baltimore. He is a leader in the field of bariatric surgery in and out of the operating room having over fifty peer-reviewed manuscripts published, serving as the editor of the Bariatric Times Journal of Surgical Endoscopy, and giving over seventy five lectureships around the world. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and completed his fellowship at Duke University Medical Center.
Professor of Surgery, George Washington School of Medicine, Washington, DC
American Board of Surgery | Surgery (General Surgery)
Fellowship - Duke University Medical Center, Residency - North Oakland Medical Centers, Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Internship - North Oakland Medical Centers, Medical School - Universidad de Buenos Aires
English, Spanish
Bariatric Surgery
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Why Choose Luminis Health Imaging for Your Bone Density TestLuminis Health Imaging is a leader in introducing new imaging technology and practices in Maryland, and we're a champion for lower-radiation imaging. We're laser-focused not just on imaging safety and quality, but also providing an amazing patient experience.We offer an easy online system so you can pick the time slot that works best with your busy schedule. And you can access all your Luminis Health Imaging test results through your online MyChart profile. We want to help you and your health providers follow your health in a thoughtful, big-picture way.Speaking of convenience, we perform a FRAX® questionnaire at the same time as your bone density scan. FRAX® is a tool that gives you a score based on your fracture risk.To calculate your FRAX® score, we'll ask you questions about your medical history, alcohol intake, whether you smoke and so on. We input your answers into the tool – as well as your bone density scan results – and you'll get a handy score. This helps you and your doctor decide on any lifestyle changes, supplements or medications you might need.
Screening
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Bone Density Scan
We may stop growing, but our bones don't stop changing. Our bodies replace old bone tissue with new bone to stay strong. But as we get older and wiser, our bodies are less efficient at this regeneration process. This means you can lose bone faster than you build it.When your bone density gets very low, it's called osteoporosis. It's often called a “silent disease" because you don't realize you have it until you break or fracture a bone.When you fracture a bone, especially the hip or spine, those glory years of retirement are, well, less glorious. It's harder to get around, see friends, travel or shop for your grandkids.A bone density scan, or DEXA screening, is a way to be proactive about your bone health. It tells you if you have osteoporosis or are at risk of developing it. With this information, you can take steps to improve your bone health. Things like weight-bearing exercise or taking supplements or medications can help.Who Should Get a Bone Density Scan, or DEXA Test?The country's top medical organizations recommend women over age 65 go for bone density scans to check for osteoporosis. Some men, as well as younger women, may also benefit from the test if they have extra risk factors like:Taking certain medicationsGeneticsEarly menopauseHow healthily you eatWhether you smoke or drink heavilyYour doctor can help you decide if you should get a bone density scan.What Is a Bone Density Scan?A bone density scan uses low-dose x-rays to measure bone density. It uses less radiation than you're exposed to naturally from the sun in a day, so it's safe.The scanner sends two radiation beams – one that's absorbed by hard bone tissue and another that's absorbed by soft tissue. By comparing the two, doctors can determine bone density.
Bone Density Scan
Bone Density Scan
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About Us
About Us
Luminis Health is a nonprofit regional health system that was formed when Doctors Community Medical Center joined Anne Arundel Medical Center, each with rich histories of serving their communities. Together, we provide care for 1.8 million people in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties, the Eastern Shore and beyond. We make it refreshingly easy to access care with a network of more than 100 practice locations, including Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center, Luminis Health Pathways, and Doctors Community Rehabilitation and Patient Care Center.Want to learn more about our health system? Download our one-pager., *incorporating the practices of Anne Arundel Medical Group®️, Igniting a spark We're proud of where we've been and where we're going. Bringing together the diversity and facets of our community means a healthier, brighter tomorrow for all., Get to know us
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Luminis Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ), physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, ability to pay or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Luminis Health: Provides free aids and services to people with disabilities to communicate effectively with us, such as: Qualified sign language interpreters Written information in other formats (large print, audio, accessible electronic formats, other formats) Provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English, such as: Qualified interpreters Information written in other languages If you need these services, contact Patient Relations at 443-481-6890 during business and the Hospital Administrative Coordinator at 443-481-5909 (LHAAMC) or 240-965-8445 (LHDCMC) during nonbusiness hours. Any member of your care team may also assist with obtaining appropriate services. If you believe that Luminis Health has failed to provide these services or discriminated in another way on the basis of age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ), disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law, you can file a grievance with: Patient Relations Department 2001 Medical Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21401 (LHAAMC) and 8118 Good Luck Road, Lanham MD 20706 (LHDCMC)Phone: 443-481-6890Fax: 443-481-1334Email: [email protected] You can file a grievance in person or by mail, fax or email. If you need help filing a grievance, the Patient Relations staff is available to help you. You can also file a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, electronically through the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Portal, or by mail or phone at: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Ave., SW Room 509F, HHH Building Washington, DC 20201 800-368-1019 PHONE 800-537-7697 TDD Complaint forms are available at HHS.gov/OCR/Office/File/Index.html
Nondiscrimination and Accessibility Statements
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