- Location8370481tel:443-481-6962Teddy’s Place is a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that provides 24/7 advanced care to babies in need. Teddy’s Place is named in honor of Florence E. Cornelison, or “Aunt Ted” to donors Suzanne and Al Lord, who chose to honor Ted’s dignity, optimism, humor, charity, and family values. Teddy's Place provides a safe, nurturing space for our youngest patients when they need it most at LHAAMC. To make a contribution to support Teddy's Place NICU, call the LH AAMC Foundation at LH AAMC Foundation 443-481-4747 or LH AAMC Foundation - Ways to Give make a gift .0
- Location252156tel: 301-552-81188118 Good Luck Rd. Lanham, MD 20706Beginning Monday, February 9, the North parking lot at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center will partially close for construction as part of ongoing campus expansion and improvements. Patients and employees must use alternative parking across the campus. Emergency Department patients should continue to use the garage outside the ED entrance. Learn more about the campus expansion. Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center (LHDCMC) has been providing high-quality, compassionate care to people in Prince George's County for more than 40 years. As a hospital, we've been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in many areas, including colon cancer surgery. We also lead the way for breast cancer surgery, lymphedema and wound care. With more than 330 beds across the LHDCMC campus, we're more than a small community hospital. We've expanded according to what people here most need, and we continue to shape our offerings to serve this diverse community we love., We offer specialty, emergency and primary care at this medical center, as well as a rehab center for transitional care. You can use our Find Care tool to schedule appointments at LHDCMC. Or, choose from the most-frequently searched services at our medical center., Departments & Services LHDCMC offers one location for specialized and intensive care. Find information below about where various departments and services are located. Emergency Care In- and Outpatient Surgery Primary Care Cancer Care Patient Relations LHDCMC Campus Map Parking Information Patients and visitors can park in the visitor parking garage located at the main entrance to the campus. There are also several visitor parking lots surrounding the main hospital and the North Building. People coming to the Emergency Department can park in the garage just outside the entrance to the Emergency Department. Visitors to the Rehabilitation and Patient Care Center can park in the visitor parking lot at the entrance, or in the spots that surround the building., Arrival, Check-In & Logistics We want your hospital stay to be as comfortable as possible. Our doctors, nurses, staff and volunteers all work together to help you receive the best possible care. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more in control and less stressed. Even things like understanding where to park can alleviate anxiety. If you are undergoing surgery, please review the Preparing for your Surgery Preparing for Surgery section. In general, aim to check in 15 minutes before your doctor has requested you arrive. Pre-visit forms & what to bring Any medical devices you need, such as glasses or dentures Completed patient forms Insurance card Photo identification (such as a driver's license, passport or state ID card) List of medications you're taking (not the actual medications themselves), including any vitamins or supplements Only what you need for your appointment or stay; we suggest you leave any valuables, such as jewelry, cash, computers or credit cards, at home, We work as a team to provide the range of support you may need while you're in our care. Below, find details about services that patients and families most often require. Read more in our Admission Packet . Communication & interpreter services Clear communication is essential in order to give you and your family the best possible care. All interpretation services are free. If you need an interpreter, call Call 301-552-0899 for communication services at DCMC 301-552-0899 or ask a hospital staff member. Access to social workers Social workers offer counseling and other services while you or a family member are in the hospital. After you leave the hospital, they can help arrange continued support at home. Social workers can provide: Information regarding insurance and financial assistance to help pay for care. Guidance on communicating with children, family and employers regarding illness. Help with completing advance directives. Referrals to community resources, such as support groups, financial assistance programs and long-term counseling. Supportive counseling. To contact a social worker, dial 8025 from your room telephone between 8 am and 4 pm, or leave a message after hours. Hospitalist services A hospitalist is part of a team of doctors who specialize in caring for you while you're in the hospital. Having hospitalists on staff means that doctors whose area of expertise is inpatient medicine are in rotation 24/7. Hospitalists direct and coordinate your care, but always stay in contact with your primary care doctor about your health. To speak with your hospitalist, ask your nurse. Please note that according to state and federal requirements, we must bill you separately for any hospitalist services. Learn more about How to pay your bill bill payment . Speak with a patient relations specialist Patient relations specialists are here to support you and find quick solutions to any issues you may experience while you're in our care. They offer additional care, beyond your medical team. Patient relations specialists can: Answer questions or concerns about hospital services and policies. Get access to language interpreters, including sign language. Help with advance directive forms for health care decision-making. Provide information about travel assistance, such as local lodging. Share your compliments or suggestions with the appropriate people. Call our Patient Relations team, at 443-481-6890 or email [email protected] . Deliveries and mail We will deliver any mail or packages you receive during your stay. Any mail you receive after being discharged from the hospital will be returned to the sender. Please note that flowers and fruit baskets are not permitted in the Critical Care Center or when a patient is placed in isolation. Also, to protect individuals who have related allergies, latex balloons are not allowed in the hospital., No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, members of our Spiritual Care Team are available to talk with you 24/7 and can be contacted via email, at Email Pastoral Care [email protected] , or by phone, at Call Pastoral Care 301-552-8021 . Our team includes ordained clergy from many denominations who can talk with you during times of stress or uncertainty. Your own clergyperson, faith community leader or spiritual counselor is always welcome to visit you as well. Our spiritual caregivers are trained in religious and cultural diversity and sensitivity. They can be part of your healing process by: Listening to you with sensitivity and respect and talking with you, your family and your care team about spiritual care goals. Journeying with you and your loved ones through grief and loss. Offering comfort in times of distress, including praying with you. Request a visit from a chaplain If you would like a member of the clergy to visit you, please call Pastoral Care Services on your room telephone by dialing 8021 . You can also ask your nurse or dial 0 for assistance after regular business hours. Chaplains are at the hospital: Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 4 pm. Saturdays and Sundays, coverage varies. Multi-Faith Worship Center The Multi-Faith Worship Center is located near the cafeteria. A quiet space for prayer and meditation, it's open to everyone, 24 hours a day., We are committed to working with you to control your pain or discomfort. We provide pain medications as needed, instead of automatically dispensing them. Talk with your care team about your preferences. It's always important to tell your care team if you're in pain. Don't keep the fact that you're in pain to yourself because you are afraid a nurse, doctor or therapist won't believe you. We encourage patients to be specific about what their pain feels like (e.g., stabbing, pounding, burning) and rate it on a scale of 1–10 (with 10 being unbearable)., Your medical team will let you know when you're well enough to leave the hospital. This process is called "discharge." If you need ongoing services, such as nursing, therapy or medical equipment, your medical team works together to make sure you have all you need before you leave. Your nurse will also give you written care instructions for when you get home. If you have any questions, be sure to ask. Patient discharge time is 12 pm daily. A family member or friend should be prepared to pick you up on your day of discharge. Picking up valuables and medications Remember to collect any valuables that security held for you. Patient valuables can be picked up 24 hours a day by dialing 0 for the operator. You will need your receipt. Ask your nurse for assistance with retrieving any medications you brought from home. We keep these in the unit's secure medication cart or in the Pharmacy Department. Questions to ask your care team It can be helpful to ask a member of your care team these questions: Are there any follow-up procedures or therapies I should expect? How long should I expect to feel pain or discomfort? In what situation should I contact my doctor or nurse? When can I resume daily tasks, such as driving, housework, etc.? When can I return to work? Physical therapy Our physical, occupational and speech therapy services can help you restore function, minimize pain and gain independence. For some people, therapy may start while they are still in the hospital. We have outpatient locations all over the region to help you continue your healing journey. Learn more about Physical Therapy Services physical therapy with Luminis Health. , All rooms are private rooms. We do our best to make sure your room meets your needs. Room details 1 bed Chairs Personal storage Wi-Fi Television Phone Your bed Your bed is equipped with side rails. Your nurse may raise them at night or other times to ensure your safety. Please call our staff for help lowering the rails. Please use your call bell or call your nurse and wait for help if you have difficulty getting in or out of bed, or if your condition puts you at risk for slipping or falling. Storing personal items Please keep only essential items (such as toiletries) in your room. We provide personal grooming supplies if needed. The hospital will not assume any liability for valuables you keep in the room. You can have security store them in the hospital's safe. Retrieve your items from security by dialing 0 on your room telephone or asking your nurse to call security for you. Ways to Communicate You can use your personal cellphone to communicate with loved ones at home. Your room telephone can also make calls outside the hospital. There are a few different ways you can talk to a nurse or get help: Dial the nurse's number on the whiteboard in your room. Press the call button at your bedside, which is answered through the intercom system at the nurses' station. (We can provide sensitive or “light-touch" call buttons upon request.) Use the emergency pull cord in the bathroom if you need immediate help in the bathroom. In-Room Services We strive to keep you comfortable and to keep rooms tidy and clean, so you can focus on resting and recovering. Meal services We serve patients three meals each day. Approximate mealtimes are as follows: Breakfast: 7–8 am Lunch: 11:30 am–12:30 pm Dinner: 5–6 pm A nutrition attendant from Food and Nutrition Services will help you make meal choices that align with the diet your doctor prescribed. Let the nutrition attendant know if you are a vegetarian or have any religious or cultural observances related to diet. Your family and friends may bring you food once your doctor approves. Room cleaning A member of the housekeeping staff will clean your room once a day between the hours of 7:30 am and 4 pm. However, an emergency housekeeping service is available 24 hours a day. Call 8165 from your room telephone if you need additional services. Room television We offer 29 television channels, as well as the MyChart bedside educational network of information for patients. Hospital Room Policies Please note that we have a strict no smoking policy. We are a smoke-free campus, which includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots. No medications may be kept at the bedside. In fact, we have specific guidelines around medications you take during your stay. Taking medication : Nurses administer all medications. Storing medications from home : If you've brought medication from home, give it to your nurse. Our pharmacy will either log and store it securely or ask you to send it home with a loved one or caregiver. Using medications from home : If our pharmacy doesn't normally stock a medication you take, your doctor may write an order for you to use your own medication. A nurse will administer this medication, just as with any other medication. Returning your medication : At discharge, we will return any medications our pharmacy has stored for you., Cafeteria & Vending The Good Luck Café offers a wide variety of hot and cold selections, including a salad bar, soups, fresh fruit, daily chef specials and a self-serve deli bar. It's open to visitors, but patients may not purchase food. The café is located on the first floor, next to the elevators. It is open Monday through Friday and serves meals during the following hours: Breakfast: 6:30–10:15 am Lunch: 11 am–2 pm Limited lunch: 2–4:30 pm Dinner: 4:30–7 pm We also have a vending area available 24 hours a day. Gift Shop Find gifts, snacks, cards, flowers, toiletries and other items at the LHDCMC gift shop. It's located on the first-floor lobby and is open: Monday–Friday: 9 am–8 pm Saturday–Sunday: 11 am–5 pm You can also order online and have items delivered to a patient at LHDCMC. You can call the gift shop at Call 301-552-8008 301-552-8008 .0
- Location232046tel:(301) 925-76101450 Mercantile Ln, Ste 111, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774Our medical practice is dedicated to providing quality patient care for the entire family. Whether we are providing routine check-ups, consultation for minor illnesses or more extensive, long-term care, we take the time to get to know our patients, their lifestyles, health care backgrounds and their health concerns. We’ll make recommendations for preventive care, treat any current conditions you may have, and refer you to an appropriate specialist or medical facility if you need specialized diagnostic tests or treatment. We are here to coordinate your care and address your questions and concerns. We focus on the whole patient by offering an array of services including: Family medicine and internal medicine Health promotion and maintenance Disease prevention and patient education Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses Management of both common and complex illnesses, Our services include:Wellness Exams, Annual Physical, Sports Physical, Family Medicine, Vaccinations, Flu shots0
- News & Press ReleasesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogThe 2018 Anne Arundel County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) was released today. The comprehensive, data-driven report, which identifies the health needs of the community, is a collaboration between the Anne Arundel County Department of Health, Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC), University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC), Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County, Anne Arundel County YWCA, and Anne Arundel County Partnership for Children, Youth and Families. As a mandate under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, the assessment presents data and key factors impacting the health of county residents and serves as the foundation for strategic planning for local hospitals and public health agencies. “Improving the health and well-being of our communities is the driving force of every organization involved in this report. The information from the CHNA helps us to guide our efforts to address the health needs and disparities in our county,” said Acting Anne Arundel County Health Officer Billie Penley. The CHNA examines a variety of health and behavioral indicators, including social determinants of health (such as poverty, housing, and education), mortality rates, high risk behaviors (alcohol and tobacco use), and chronic health conditions such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease. The 2018 report identified mental health, substance abuse, access to care, and chronic disease as health priorities for the county. The report also shares principal findings such as an increase in county residents classified as obese, the growth of the Hispanic population, the lack of public transportation, homelessness, and the impact of social media on mental health. “The Community Health Needs Assessment provides an opportunity to further our mission of enhancing the health of the people we serve,” said Deneen Richmond, vice president of population health and clinical improvement at Anne Arundel Medical Center. “The last assessment prompted us to solidify our palliative care program and work on better care coordination for patients. This important assessment impacts real change to better health care in our community.” “The CHNA provides critical insight into the health needs and concerns of county residents. Its findings have led to increased focus on areas of highest need in our community, such as mental health and the opioid use,” says Becky Paesch, vice president of physician services at UM BWMC. “We will continue to use the findings identified through the CHNA to make sure we are moving in the right direction.”0
- SleepGeneral Page Tier 3BlogNot getting a good night’s sleep can compromise your brain performance, mood, and health. Plus, you just won’t feel great the next day. The American Medical Association says approximately 30 million Americans have sleep apnea—a condition that interferes with sleep—but only 6 million are diagnosed with it. Sleep apnea can be a significant, potentially life-threatening condition requiring prompt diagnosis and treatment. While snoring is annoying and can signal apnea, sleep apnea itself can halt breathing partially or completely—from ten seconds to over a minute at a time—and that adds up. This can happen from five to more than 100 times an hour during sleep. As a result, oxygen levels in the bloodstream fall, which may lead to high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, or abnormal heart rhythms. These disrupted normal sleep stages leave you unrefreshed and may also negatively impact your memory. Types of Sleep Apnea There are three types: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): This very common sleep disorder occurs when the tissue in the back of the throat collapses (it relaxes when you sleep) and partially or completely blocks the airway. Air can’t enter the lungs and airway blockage can happen a few times, or several hundred times, per night. Central sleep apnea (CSA): This less common type occurs when the brain fails to tell the lungs to breathe during sleep. When the signal is lost, the lungs don’t intake the oxygen the body needs. Mixed or complex sleep apnea: You experience both obstructive and central events on the same night. Symptoms An individual with apnea may experience: Loud, irregular snoring Gasping and snorting after pauses in breathing Excessive daytime sleepiness Morning headaches Weight gain or obesity Frequent nocturnal urination High blood pressure Falling asleep while driving Loss of energy Anxiety or depression Risk Factors These factors can raise the risk of developing apnea: Age: You are over age 50. Gender: OSA is more common in men, and until the age of menopause in women. Family history: If someone in your family has sleep apnea, your likelihood increases. Low activity level: Exercise can improve sleep apnea. Being overweight: Even 10% to 20% weight loss can help with sleep apnea. Use of sedatives: These should be avoided, along with alcohol, before bed. Diagnosing Sleep Apnea An overnight sleep study at a sleep center clinic is the gold standard to diagnose sleep apnea. Painless electrodes and sensors placed on different points on the body—called polysomnography—are used. Home-use devices can study heart and breathing rate and blood oxygen levels; positive results will require a full study in a sleep center clinic. Treatment Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is commonly used to treat apnea. Patients wear a device, containing a mask with a hose, over the nose when sleeping. A small, quiet air compressor creates pressure that splints the airway open to eliminate snoring and prevent oxygen levels from dropping in the blood. This allows normal cycling through sleep stages, so users wake up refreshed and can stay alert during the day. Other treatment options include weight loss, oral appliances, hypoglossal nerve stimulation that involves an implant, and other ear, nose, and throat surgeries. If you suspect you have sleep apnea, don’t endure more sleepless nights—consult a healthcare professional. You’ll find the right treatment solution that improves your quality of life. This post originally ran in the Enquirer-Gazette. Authors Timothy Lady, RRT. Luminis Health offers comprehensive, fully integrated services for patients with sleep disorders.0
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