- Why Choose Luminis Health Imaging for Your CT ScanWe're accredited by the top body in the U.S. for imaging, the American College of Radiology (ACR). This accreditation means our equipment, training and practices measure up to the gold standard.We'll always use the lowest dose of radiation to show the parts of your body your doctor needs to see. That's why we've signed on to the Image Wisely and Image Gently pledges. These programs, led by the ACR, help us stay at the forefront of safe radiology testing.If you're booking a lung screening or calcium scoring test, you can book using our simple online system. (Or give us a call if you prefer!) We also offer convenient evening and weekend appointments.ServiceConditions/Services/Treatments PageA CT scan is an imaging technology to see inside your body. CT scans can show bones, joints, organs, blood vessels — pretty much everything!CT scans can reveal the cause of your symptoms. They can find problems in the body before they cause any symptoms. They can also help doctors see whether cancer is going away with treatment.How Does a CT Scan Work?CT imaging uses radiation beams to produce images. Tissue, bone and other structures in the body absorb the radiation in different amounts. A computer analyzes the radiation beams as they pass through to the other side to form images.While an x-ray uses a single radiation beam, a CT scan takes that x-ray beam and moves it in a circle around the body. This is why CT machines are doughnut shaped. CT scans capture more detailed, 3D images, compared to x-rays.Besides diagnosing a broad range of conditions, CT radiology scans are useful for people without symptoms. They can reveal early signs of heart problems and lung cancer, and help you avoid a health crisis.CT Scans Can Help You Reduce Your Heart Attack RiskJust like plaque can build up around your teeth, plaque can build up in the arteries. But the consequence is much worse — plaque in the arteries can cause heart disease and heart attacks.Calcium scoring uses low-dose CT technology to see the arteries in the heart. The radiologist can then measure the amount of calcium in the arteries. Calcium is an important part of plaque.If you have a moderate to high calcium score, your doctor may recommend medications as well as lifestyle changes.CT Scans Can Find Lung Cancer EarlyAmerica's top lung experts recommend low-dose CT lung screening for long-term or heavy smokers between ages 50 and 80. This gives doctors a chance to find lung tumors when they're small and contained to one area. For cancer, early detection is good. Doctors can use less intense treatments. And treatments are much more likely to work when we find cancer early.How do you know if you smoke enough to need lung screening? Multiply your average number of packs in a day by the years you've been smoking. If you get 20 or more, you qualify. (As an example, someone who smokes a pack a day for at least 20 years should check their lungs. So should someone who smokes a half pack a day for at least 40 years.)0
- SpecialtyBook your lab test at a location near you in Annapolis, Easton, Greenbelt, Kent Island, Pasadena or Lanham. Have questions about scheduling your lab test? Call Call (443) 481-3650 directly 443-481-3650 ., Why Luminis Health What can we say? We have high standards. Our labs meet the rigorous standards of the federal more about the standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA). We also go above and beyond these national requirements, having voluntarily sought accreditation from the highly esteemed more about the College of American Pathologists College of American Pathologists and the more about the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies Association for the Advancement of Blood and Biotherapies . These two bodies inspect and audit labs to ensure we consistently achieve the highest degree of accuracy possible. In short, with our lab, you and your sample are in safe hands. Our Laboratories Need a blood test or a urine sample analysis? At Luminis Health, we offer fast and convenient lab testing by caring and experienced lab professionals. With multiple locations to serve you, you can schedule your appointment at the lab most convenient to you, whether that's close to your work, home or gym. Our service centers are in Annapolis, Kent Island, Easton, Pasadena and Lanham. When your health provider recommends your test, they'll provide you with detailed instructions if you need to fast or otherwise prepare. If you don't receive any special instructions, you're good to go for your test anytime, eating and drinking beforehand as you normally would. Fast, Convenient and Caring, Too We pride ourselves on keeping wait times to 10 minutes or less, so you'll be in and out in a jiffy. Some of our locations are open at 7am, so you can even arrive bright and early. Appointments are required for our labs, but you'll see many of our locations offer same-day appointments. If you have any questions about your test, you can ask your health provider beforehand. We're not only friendly, we're also knowledgeable. Oh, and if you have any fear of needles, be sure to let the phlebotomist know. Our calm and compassionate support are sure to help relieve any anxieties. Same-day, Precise Results Almost all our tests are analyzed right on site in our full-service laboratory, so you can expect most results to come back within a day. You'll see your results on your MyChart online medical profile. Some tests are a clear negative, and don't need explaining. But other tests are a bit more complicated. If your doctor would like to explain what your test result means for your health, they'll contact you to set up an appointment. If you're unsure about your result or have any questions, you can also reach out anytime to the doctor who ordered your test.0
- Provider86506Amanda Comegys joined Luminis Health Orthopedics (previously OSMC) in July of 2014 as a Physician Assistant to Dr. Cyrus Lashgari and Dr. Alexander Shushan; Orthopedic Surgeons who specialize in the shoulder, elbow and hand. She has worked both in clinic and the OR assisting in patients' care and in 2016 transitioned to working with Dr. Lashagri exclusively focusing on the shoulder and elbow. In the fall of 2021 Amanda moved out of the OR and into a clinic role as one of our Arthritis Today providers where she manages the non-operative care for individuals suffering from hip and knee pain. Prior to joining the practice, Amanda worked at Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital as an Inpatient Orthopedic Initiatives Physician Assistant where she assisted in taking care of total joint, spine and fracture patients. While at Good Samaritan she also helped in the implementation of new protocols to streamline care for patients with Sickle Cell Disease and assisted in teaching hospital staff about surgical procedures. Amanda received an undergraduate degree in 2006 from Salisbury University in Respiratory Therapy. She worked at BWMC in the ER and ICU before attending PA School. She completed her physician assistant training in 2009 and earned a Masters of Medical Science from Saint Francis University in Loretto, PA. Upon completion of her PA training in 2009 Amanda has worked exclusively in the field of Orthopedics.National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | Physician AssistantOther - Anne Arundel Community College, Graduate - St. Francis University-LorettoEnglishOrthopedics0
- Lung Care, Infectious DiseaseGeneral Page Tier 3BlogAt Luminis Health, your health matters to us every season of the year. In the fall and winter, staying vigilant about your health becomes paramount during the peak of respiratory illness season. During this period, the convergence of various respiratory infections, such as the flu, COVID-19, and RSV, underscores the importance of getting vaccinated. If you want to increase your chances of staying healthy this winter, getting vaccinated is an easy step to take. Getting vaccinated will not only help keep you healthy but can help reduce the spread of illness to others, being admitted to the hospital or experiencing complications associated with these infections. Who is at risk? Flu, RSV and COVID-19 disease are all viruses. High-risk groups for all three viruses include, but are not limited to, adults over 65, very young children, and those with chronic conditions such as asthma, heart disease, neurologic issues, weakened immune systems, and obesity. Women who are pregnant may also be at risk. About vaccines Flu vaccines are available now, so get yours sooner rather than later. It takes two weeks for antibodies to be effective. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone six months and older receive a flu vaccine and an updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine each year, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is particularly important during pregnancy and for those at higher risk of serious complications. The flu can also cause pneumonia and complications that can lead to hospitalization and death. You should receive the latest COVID-19 vaccine, even if you had the original series. Data from last season shows that those who received the 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine had better protection against illness and hospitalization compared to those who did not get vaccinated. You can get this at the same time as your flu shot. Last year, the FDA approved the first RSV vaccines for everyone ages 75 and older, adults ages 60-74 who are at increased risk of severe RSV disease, and pregnant women 32 through 36 weeks’ gestation. The CDC recommends protecting infants younger than 8 months against severe RSV by either vaccination of a pregnant person or by the baby getting the antibody shot (nirsevimab), at birth or just before the RSV season. RSV, which typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms, can inflame the small airways of the lungs or cause pneumonia—which is a lung infection—in children younger than one year. The CDC says that each year in the United States, an estimated 58,000 children younger than five years old are hospitalized due to RSV infection. Many people don’t realize that, in addition, approximately 177,000 older adults are hospitalized annually with RSV and 14,000 of them die — which highlights the importance of prevention. When to get vaccinated Flu: It’s best to get vaccinated in the fall, as the respiratory virus season typically begins in October and peaks between December and March. Schedule your flu shot with Luminis Health today. COVID-19: The new 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine is available now. RSV: The RSV vaccine can be received at any time, but the CDC recommends getting it in late summer or early fall. Pregnant individuals should receive the RSV vaccine between weeks 32 and 36 of pregnancy, ideally between September and January. For infants, administration of antibodies is recommended from October through March. What you can do You’ve heard this before, but truthfully, these are the best ways to protect yourself from serious illness this fall: Wash your hands often. Keep your hands off your face. Avoid close contact with sick people. Cover your coughs and sneezes. Clean and disinfect surfaces. Stay home when you are sick. In addition, experts agree that getting vaccinated will help keep you from being hospitalized for severe illness and will make more hospital beds available for those who really need them. And if you do get sick, Luminis Health is here for you. You can connect with a Luminis Health medical provider on your mobile device from anywhere in the state — even the comfort of your home — with Luminis Health CareConnectNow. Visit LuminisHealth.org/careconnectnow to schedule an appointment. Illness Who is Eligible? When Should I get it? Flu Everyone six months and older September/October COVID Everyone six months and older Now RSV Adults age 75 or older and adult ages 60-74 who are at increased risk of severe RSV Late Summer/Early Fall RSV (pregnancy) Pregnant people during weeks 32 through 36 of pregnancy September through January RSV antibodies (Infants) Infants younger than 8 months October through March0
- SpecialtyDigestive symptoms, such as nausea, abdominal pain and weight loss, can happen for many reasons. A gastroenterologist's job is to figure out what is going on and to bring relief. Gastroenterologists also make sure your digestive system is functioning well, supplying you with the nutrients you need., Why Luminis Health At Luminis Health, we pride ourselves in caring for patients close to their homes. We treat problems that occur in any part of the digestive system (biology class refresher: that includes the esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, pancreas, liver and intestines). Gastroenterologists conduct colon cancer screenings and also diagnose and treat a number of conditions. They even have a fancy scope to see right into the digestive system. (Pretty cool, right?) We go beyond that, providing treatments that aren't available in all hospitals. We're one of a select number of centers in the state to offer interventional gastroenterology, which means we diagnose and treat conditions using tiny instruments the doctor sends down the esophagus through a specialized tube. This technique avoids the risks of surgery and cutting through the skin, so patients recover faster. If we find a problem that requires surgery or cancer care, we work closely with our colleagues in these fields. This ensures that patients get the best, most appropriate care right away., When Should You See a Gastroenterologist? The American Cancer Society recommends that all Americans get screened for colon cancer every 10 years, starting at age 45. While colonoscopies aren't "fun," they're not painful — and they usually take only 30 minutes or so. The best part is they allow your gastroenterologist to find growths that could turn into cancer and remove them before that happens. (Bye, bye, precancerous growths!) Another reason to see a gastroenterologist is if you have symptoms of a digestive-system condition. Your doctor may refer you or you can call us directly. Signs of a digestive disorder include: Abdominal pain. Unexplained weight loss. Bleeding in the stool or from the rectum. Low iron levels. Jaundice (yellowing of the skin, which indicates a liver problem). Diarrhea. Acid reflux (heartburn). Pain as food moves down the esophagus. A sensation of food getting 'stuck' in the esophagus. Vomiting., Conditions We Care for at Luminis Health Gastroenterology At Luminis Health, our gastroenterology team can both diagnose and treat a wide range of digestive-health problems. (One-stop care, close to home. Pretty great, right?) We care for patients with the following conditions: Stones in the bile ducts Infections in the pancreas or bile ducts Non-cancerous growths and cysts in various parts of the digestive system Cancers, including esophageal cancer, gastric cancer, pancreatic cancer and colon cancer Ulcerative colitis Crohn's disease Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Gallstones Liver disease Chronic hepatitis C, Tests and Treatments We Offer At Luminis Health, we offer common and routine procedures as well as advanced technologies. This means we can diagnose patients quickly. (We know that digestive symptoms can be unpleasant, to say the least!) As a growing hospital network, we are attracting more doctors with expertise in innovative treatments that weren't available even a few years ago. That's good news — advances in treatment mean patients experience improved health with fewer side effects. Here are some of the tests and treatments we offer at Luminis Heath Gastroenterology: Colonoscopy, to screen for cancer or look for problems in the colon. Advanced Endoscopy : minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat a wide range of gastrointestinal (GI) conditions, including complex issues affecting the esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, pancreas, liver and intestines. Upper endoscopy , in which the surgeon inserts a very thin, flexible tube down the throat. The tube has a camera on it to show the esophagus, stomach and more. Don't worry — this test isn't painful. Medication management for a range of digestive-system problems. Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP, for short). This is an advanced procedure where the doctor inserts a dye into the pancreatic or bile ducts. Combined with x-ray technology, it allows the doctor to see any blockage, tumor or infection in the liver, gallbladder or pancreas. Endoscopic ultrasound, which uses the same technology as a normal ultrasound but shows the digestive system in much more detail. Lumen-apposing metal stents (LAMS) , a new technology to connect different parts of the digestive system. This can be helpful in draining an infection in the pancreas, for example. Other imaging tests , including MRI.0
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