- OrthopedicsGeneral Page Tier 3BlogGoing for a joint replacement or spine surgery can change your life in many positive ways. Freedom from pain and improved mobility are two main advantages, and who wouldn’t want that? There are 719,000 total knee replacements and 332,000 hip replacements performed annually in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In fact, more than 7 million people in the country have had a knee or hip replacement surgery. And about 400,000 people in the U.S. undergo spine surgery each year. If you’re planning for either of these surgeries, it is likely your recovery could take anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months. Now, a joint replacement or a spine surgery is a big decision and you’re probably thinking about it quite a bit. But it’s also important to think about your comfort after you return home. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for your time spent healing: Clear your walking paths! You need enough room to navigate comfortably to all the areas in your home you frequently use. Pick up rugs, remove animal and baby toys, clothing, totes or any other items from the floors. Choose your best chairs. Have a firm, comfortable armchair with an ottoman or a recliner chair to rest in and get your legs up. Low furniture is difficult to move in and out of, so you may need to raise the seat height. Secure railings. If you have to take the stairs to get to your bedroom, bathroom or anywhere else in your home, make sure you have a good railing to use. Loose or incomplete rails will not provide the stability you need to navigate safely your stairs. Adjust your bed height. Have a bed that you can get into and out of that is not too high. If this is not an option, make sure you have a good footstool handy to use as a step to allow you to sit back in your bed when getting into it. Be careful with pets. Keep pets secured away from you when you are moving around your home. Pets can trip you when they are underfoot! Prepare the bathroom for your limited mobility. If you can, install a grab bar next to your toilet and in the shower to assist you with balance and rising from a seated position. Since challenged mobility is a temporary limitation, you may opt to purchase a raised toilet seat with arm rests or a commode seat with multiple uses (like the 3-in-1 commode) in lieu of grab bar installation. A seat for the shower is also helpful and can be as simple as a plastic lawn chair or a specialized bathtub bench to slide into the shower in a seated position. There are a lot of thoughts that cross your mind when you are going to go through surgery, but it’s also important to take some time to think about how you can best take care of yourself once you’re home. Pay attention to the little things that you usually overlook and make sure that the layout will give you the safest and most comfortable environment. But most importantly: make sure you can reach the jar of cookies in the kitchen! A little sweetness always makes things a little better. Author Marilyn Pfeiffer is an outpatient home visit therapist at Anne Arundel Medical Group (AAMG) Physical Therapy. You can reach her at 443-481-1140.0
- Pregnancy & Birth, Women's HealthGeneral Page Tier 3BlogYou’re pregnant – congratulations! Whether it’s your first baby or you’re adding a brother or sister to the family, having a safe, healthy and positive labor experience is what every family wants. One option for many women and their partners is to include a doula as part of their care team. A doula is a trained, non-medical, professional who nurtures, supports and offers guidance for families throughout labor and delivery, and after the birth. Doulas offer a wide range of services, including help with breastfeeding as well as postpartum care. Studies show a doula’s continuous labor support benefits mom and baby in many ways. It can often mean: • A more satisfying birth experience• Less need for pain medications• Less likelihood of needing a cesarean delivery• Shorter labor Finding the right person to be part of one of the most important events of your life may feel overwhelming. So, where do you start and how should you choose? Here are six tips to guide you in your search. Start looking early in your pregnancy It’s good to begin the process of finding a doula at your fourth to fifth month of pregnancy. Finding someone who’s the right fit may take more time than you think. Doulas work on-call, so they have a limit on how many clients they can serve at one time. Choosing a doula early in your pregnancy will give you time to get to know each other and get comfortable with your birth plan. Talk to other families As with most things, word-of-mouth referrals are gold. Talking with friends who have used a doula about their experience can help you start and even narrow your search. Technology – Facebook groups, a Google search for other online groups and forums – can connect you with other moms in your area. Keep in mind that everyone’s experience can be different. A good match for someone else may not be a good match for you, and vice-versa. Talk with the provider who’s caring for you during your pregnancy You’ll need to let your doctor or midwife know you’re planning on having a doula as part of your labor and delivery team. And if your provider has worked with a doula in the past, they may be able to offer a recommendation. The hospital’s lactation consultants and childbirth educators are also good resources. Check with doula certification programs Most doulas will have completed a certification program and are continually participating in education to increase their knowledge. These programs offer national, and even global, online directories of certified doulas that you can search by location. Some well-known programs include: • Birthing From Within• Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA)• DONA International• DoulaMatch.net• International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) Interview potential doulas Spending face-to-face time with the person who will be part of your baby’s birth is a must. You not only want to gather important information about them and their background, but you also need to get a feel for whether your personalities are a good fit.Prepare for the interview by thinking about why you want a doula and what you them to do for you. Spend time on the doulas’ websites. DONA International recommends asking potential doulas about: • Availability• Certification status• Experience• Fees• Services offered• Training Trust your gut When you choose someone to provide any service, there’s no doubt experience and technical skills are must-haves. But soft skills, such as communication, empathy and teamwork, come into play too. Pay attention to how you connect with and feel when you’re with them. No one knows you and what you need better than you do. Listen to and follow your instincts. Learn more Sara Shaffer is a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) formerly at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center.0
- Super Specialty Parenta:hover {color:#000000;} Why Choose Luminis Health for Your Imaging? At Luminis Health, we stay at the forefront of imaging. Our commitment to cutting-edge treatment ensures you receive the safest care. And we provide the most crystal-clear results possible. In fact, we were the first in Maryland to earn the Breast Imaging Center of Excellence Award. As a leading, diagnostic imaging center, we work closely with the American College of Radiology to ensure your safety. Our ACR accreditation is a fancy way of saying we meet the gold standard in the U.S. for medical imaging. Plus, we've signed on to ACR's Image Wisely and Image Gently pledges. This means we'll always use the lowest radiation dose possible to get the images you need. Is it time for your next screening mammogram? Learn more about screening mammograms offered at our locations in Annapolis, Lanham, Kent Island, Odenton, and Bowie. Learn more and find an appointment near you.0
- General Page - Tier 2Please carefully review the information in this notice. The following physicians are partners in the ownership of Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Outpatient Surgery Center. You have the right to choose the provider of your health care services. You also have the right to choose the facility where those services will be provided. Your physician owners thank you for choosing the LHAAMC Surgery Center. If you have any questions during your visit with us, please feel free to ask your physician or any representative of LHAAMC Outpatient Surgery Center. We welcome you as a patient and value our relationship with you. Marc Brassard, MD Janelle Cooper, MD Mark Denzine, DO Jeffrey Gelfand, MD Parabh Gill, MD Aneesh Goel, MD Frederick Guckes, MD Karen Hardart, MD Justin Hoover, MD Christopher Jones, MD David Keblish, MD Paul King, MD Paul King, MD Cyrus Lashgari, MD Julia Lubsky, MD James MacDonald, MD James MacDonald, MD Laura Merkel, MD Laura Merkel, MD Peter Ove, MD Peter Ove, MD Chad Patton, MD Chad Patton, MD Benjamin Petre, MD Benjamin Petre, MD Daniel Redziniak, MD Daniel Redziniak, MD Juan Rodriguez, MD Juan Rodriguez, MD Alexander Shushan, MD Alexander Shushan, MD Benjamin Solomon, MD Benjamin Solomon, MD Alessandro Speciale, MD Alessandro Speciale, MD Adrienne Spirt, MD Adrienne Spirt, MD Ifeyinwa Stitt, MD Victoria Moore Wolfe, MD0
- SpecialtyGynecologic Cancer Surgery When you are diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer, surgery may be part of your treatment. While that news may be difficult to hear, rest assured that you are in good hands with the gynecologic oncologist team at Luminis Health. They understand you have worries about facing surgery. Your surgical team will explain every aspect of your procedure — and your follow-up treatment — offering expert care and concern every step of the way. What Is Gynecologic Cancer Surgery? Gynecologic cancer surgery involves a woman's reproductive organs. It usually means removal of a tumor or tumors. It may also include removing organs such as the ovaries, cervix, or uterus. Sometimes surgical treatment is combined with other forms of cancer care, such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy. Here are some of the conditions our gynecologic oncologists treat. Endometrial cancer Cervical cancer Uterine cancer Ovarian cancer Vaginal cancer Vulvar cancer Fibroid tumors Endometriosis Pelvic masses, Why Choose Luminis Health for Gynecologic Cancer Surgery? You can trust the team at Luminis Health to treat not only your cancer, but to care for you as a whole person. The Luminis Health gynecologic oncologists are each board-certified national experts in their field — but beyond that, they offer truly compassionate care to those they treat. Here are some other reasons to choose Luminis Health for gynecologic cancer surgery. Our gynecologic oncologists have a wealth of experience. Our physicians have received numerous awards throughout their careers for their achievements in gynecologic oncology. They maintain the highest ratings from patients for their expert and compassionate care. You can have your surgery close to home. You don't have the added stress of driving in city traffic or trying to find parking. We offer expert care in a familiar setting. We're here for your whole journey. You won't just see us for surgery. Our gynecologic oncologists oversee your entire treatment, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, other recommended therapies and clinical trials. We care for the whole person, not just the cancer. Our gynecologic oncologists provide consultations for risk reduction, gynecologic cancer care, complex gynecologic and pelvic surgery as well as survivorship. We work closely with other specialists from a range of disciplines, including radiation and medical oncology, genetics, nutrition, social work, palliative care, acupuncture, and other supporting services. We specialize in minimally invasive surgery. Our gynecologic oncologists use robotic minimally invasive surgery when appropriate to provide precise surgical outcomes with smaller incisions and a more rapid recovery. We work closely with breast cancer specialists. Breast care often relates to gynecology and treatment of the reproductive organs. Our concern is for each woman's overall health. We offer a range of fertility preserving options . With gynecologic cancer comes the fear of losing your ability to have children. We understand those concerns, and have a number of options available to help keep a family in your future. Enhanced recovery after surgery . Our gynecologic oncology team has implemented the "Enhanced Recovery After Surgery" program to allow for a more rapid recovery and transition to normal activities soon after surgery.0
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