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Virtual Urgent Care
About Virtual Urgent Care at Luminis Health Need care for a minor medical concern today? You can connect with a Luminis Health medical provider on your mobile device from anywhere in Maryland— even the comfort of your home. Appointments available (for ages 13 and up): Weekdays: 8:00am - 9:00pm EDT Weekends: 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT Please note, you must be physically located in Maryland at the time of service. Schedule a live virtual visit with CareConnectNow during operating hours or call us on your smartphone at 443-951-4270.
Virtual Urgent Care
Virtual Urgent Care with CareConnectNow
Why Choose Luminis Health Imaging for Your PET-CT ScanWe take every opportunity to make our PET-CT tests safer and more precise, and to provide a smoother process for you.Through our Image Wisely pledge with the American College of Radiology, we make sure we use lower radiation options whenever possible. This means we only image the area your doctor wants to see, with the lowest dose option.We know people living with cancer and other diseases have extra day-to-day stress. That's why we want to make testing as easy as we can. We offer extended daytime hours and easy online booking.Another benefit of Luminis Health Imaging is that we keep all your test results in one place. If you're a Luminis Health patient, you and your health providers can access your scan results at any time through your MyChart account.
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PET-CT Scan
What Is a PET-CT Scan?Our diagnostic imaging center uses PET-CT scans to diagnose heart disease, brain disorders and, most often, cancer. It can help doctors find cancer in the body, see if cancer has spread or check if a tumor is shrinking with treatment.For cancer patients, a technologist injects a substance called a tracer. Cancer cells absorb more of this tracer than other cells do because cancer cells are more active and use more nutrients. For dementia or heart disease, doctors use a tracer with a substance that binds to the plaque that causes these diseases.Next, a scanner detects the radioactivity in the body. In a PET scan image, cancer cells or other disease markers show up as brighter spots.Today, almost all PET scans happen at the same time as a CT scan, which shows the structures of the body. This combination provides more context than a PET scan alone – showing doctors exactly where the cancer is within the body.
PET-CT Scan
PET-CT Scan
Why Choose Luminis Health Imaging for Your Ultrasound?Three words: convenience, speed and trustworthiness.Luminis Health Imaging offers daytime, evening and weekend ultrasound appointments. You can pick the time that suits you best. You can book your appointment online anytime through our easy-to-use system. (Prefer booking over the phone? Give us a call.)Our diagnostic imaging center offers same-day appointments so you can get the results you're seeking right away. We send your doctor your results quickly, usually within a day. And if you've been to Luminis Health before and have a free MyChart profile, we'll upload the results into your account. That way, you can pull up your ultrasound findings any time you need them.Finally, you can count on us to provide you expert care. We're accredited by the American College of Radiology for ultrasound. This means the country's top radiology organization in the country approves our equipment, technical know-how and practices.
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Ultrasound
We love to check out those growing babies, but did you know that ultrasounds aren't just for pregnancy?An ultrasound is a great way to see the structure of soft tissues and organs in the body. Your provider might order an ultrasound to see if you have a kidney stone or to check if you have an inflamed gallbladder.What Is an Ultrasound?Ultrasound is an imaging technology that uses sound waves. An ultrasound wand sends out safe, high-frequency sound waves (too high for the ear to hear). The sound waves bounce back at different speeds, based on the type and location of tissues they hit.The ultrasound wand captures those slightly changed sound waves as they return. Then a computer analyzes those sound waves to create a moving image.We use ultrasounds to assess blood flow, view internal organs and examine parts of the body. Common places ultrasounds look at are the abdomen, breasts, thyroid and prostate. Because the sound waves don't break through very far, ultrasounds don't offer the best view of bones or structures hidden behind a lot of soft tissue. This is why doctors only recommend ultrasound for certain reasons.Sometimes doctors try ultrasound first and then suggest another test if it doesn't help diagnose the problem.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound
The Region's Most Comprehensive Substance Use Treatment CenterAt Pathways, we don't pass judgment. We treat you with compassion and care.All the help you need, with the privacy you deserve. Pathways is a central resource to help you recover. Our behavioral health campus is both secure and secluded, and we uphold the highest standards of privacy.Specially trained professionals. Our counselors, nurses, doctors and physician assistants are specialists in treatment.A place of refuge. Nestled in the woods, our serene campus helps you leave behind the stress of daily life. It offers:Comfortable, two-person rooms with private bathrooms.A patio for outdoor dining, gathering and self-reflection.Ways to build resilience. Our adventure therapy course helps you build resilience. It helps you regain a sense of trust and control that you can carry out into the world.Help as soon as you need it. At Luminis Health Pathways, we focus on getting you the help you need as soon as possible. We have a streamlined intake process to get you in a treatment program when you need it.A continuum of care with seamless transitions. Pathways shares a campus with the J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center. At whatever point you enter our care, we provide care that meets your needs. You get the right treatment at the right time, which could include:An inpatient program.A partial hospitalization program.An intensive outpatient program.A continuing care outpatient program.A traditional outpatient group.A DWI/DUI education and treatment program.
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Substance Use
We offer compassionate, individualized care for individuals that need support with managing addiction and substance use. Luminis Health Pathways provides a complete support system for you and your loved ones. Our comprehensive program can help, even if you or your loved one has been in treatment before. We have all of the tools needed to help you overcome substance use disorder.What Is Substance Use Disorder?Whether you are dealing with alcohol or drug addiction, substance use isn't a character flaw or lack of willpower. It's a disease known as substance use disorder. Substance use changes your brain and your behavior. And, if you don't treat it — it can't get better.At Pathways, we understand what you're going through. We know you're not in control. And we want to help you take that control back.Substance use disorder treatment isn't just detox — the most intense form of treatment. It's help managing any use of alcohol or legal and illegal drugs that interferes with your life and damages your relationships. It can be a lonely place, but you're not alone.We are your guiding light through the fog of dependency and addiction. One day at a time. One step at a time. Now and into the future.
Substance Use
Substance Use
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.
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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