- Provider75186Alex 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, DCAmerican 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 AiresEnglish, SpanishBariatric Surgery0
- Provider74781956Maria Heuver, PA-C, is an experienced physician assistant specializing in neurosurgery, with a particular focus on spine disorders. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of Maryland and went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at DeSales University . Maria provides care to patients with a wide range of neurosurgical conditions, including both cranial and spinal disorders. She is dedicated to helping patients understand their diagnosis, explore both surgical and non-surgical treatment options, and navigate their condition with confidence. She is committed to delivering individualized, compassionate, and evidence-based care to ensure optimal outcomes before and after surgery.National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | Physician AssistantGraduate - DeSales University, Undergraduate - University of MarylandEnglishNeurosurgery0
- Provider83216An experienced physician assistant specializing in neurosurgery. He received his undergraduate degree in kinesiology from the University of Maryland and went on to earn his Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Towson University . He cares for patients with a wide range of neurosurgical conditions, including brain tumors and intracranial hemorrhages, with a primary focus on spine disorders. With a strong foundation in musculoskeletal and neurological care, Kevin is committed to providing personalized, compassionate, and high-quality treatment to every patient.National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | Physician AssistantOther - Essex Community College, Undergraduate - University of Maryland, Graduate - Towson UniversityEnglishNeurosurgery0
- Provider83426Frank has focused his 25+ year career as a Certified Physician Assistant diagnosing and treating complex disease of the Brain and cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine. He is experienced with in-depth knowledge of conservative, non-surgical and surgical treatments in the outpatient and surgical setting. He completed his Bachelor of Science at Salisbury State University and Physician Assistant training at Anne Arundel Community College.National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | Physician AssistantGraduate - Anne Arundel Community CollegeEnglishNeurosurgery0
- Provider69973881Allie Crider is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a focused expertise in acute neurosurgical disorders and hospital-based neurosurgical care. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia, where she was a dedicated member of the varsity rowing team for all four years. She went on to complete her Physician Assistant training at Mercer University in Atlanta, Georgia. Professionally, Allie is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced clinical environments, with particular emphasis on the management of complex neurosurgical conditions. Her clinical interests include acute neurological injury, perioperative neurosurgical care, and optimizing patient outcomes in hospital settings. Outside of her professional work, Allie enjoys spending time with her husband, Matthew, a Naval Academy alumnus, along with their two daughters and two golden retrievers.National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | Physician AssistantGraduate - Mercer University College of Health Professions, Undergraduate - University of VirginiaEnglishNeurosurgery0
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