The Medical Center is a physician’s office offering services exclusively to Leisure World residents. Board-certified internists experienced in the care of older adults provide primary care. The physicians are skilled in the management of current conditions, as well as diagnosis and preventative care. On weekdays, after-hours phone calls for urgent problems are forwarded to the individual physician through an answering service. The primary care physicians share emergency coverage on weekends and holidays. If you’re interested in additional information for any of the following, please call:

Specialists work with primary care physicians to provide comprehensive care for most medical conditions. State-of-the-art equipment provides the capability to screen for osteoporosis and can diagnose a spinal fracture, if necessary.   Ultrasound procedures for the diagnosis of cardiac and circulatory problems are available by appointment.   Photodynamic Light Therapy is helpful in the treatment of precancerous skin conditions caused by exposure to the sun.   Diabetes self-management classes are ADA-recognized and taught by a Certified Diabetes Educator. Although emergency facilities are not available, a nurse is available for telephone triage. A blood drawing station for laboratory services is staffed by Montgomery General Hospital. Additionally, microdermabrasion is offered (usually as a cosmetic procedure) for the removal of skin problems that may include sun damage, scars, fine lines, and wrinkles.

To access our services, you may call the Medical Center reception desk. If help is needed in selecting a physician, social workers and the Director of Nursing are available by appointment. It is recommended that all residents have a primary care physician in the community or nearby. The Medical Center participates with Medicare and accepts assignment.   Billing questions may be directed to the billing office.

For the convenience of residents, a specially marked “sharps container” for the disposal of syringes and needles is located near the elevator. This disposal method is preferred to disposal in the regular trash. Expired or unwanted medications may also be disposed of in this container rather than flushing them into our water supply.   Please add a small amount of water to capsules and tablets and replace the lid on the container before disposal.

Health-related seminars and programs are announced in the Leisure World News .

The community offers free blood pressure testing on the first and third Tuesdays of each month in Clubhouse I. Retired healthcare workers who are residents of the community provide this service.

For addition information on the Medical Center, visit the Medical Center Page of the Leisure World Web site or contact them directly at 301-598-1590.

Dental Office

The primary care dentists have many years of experience in the Leisure World community. They are skilled in the latest procedures, including implants, restorations, and some cosmetic procedures. Prevention of problems is primary to the care that is being offered.   Dental hygienists provide the recommended preventative routine care.   The services of an endodontist can be scheduled as needed. For addition information on Dental Office, please call 301-598-1015.

Pharmacy

The pharmacy offers prescription-filling services and patient counseling. Prescription orders are accepted from physicians located throughout the Washington area. The facility participates in most insurance plans and also offers Medicare billing for diabetes supplies.   Home delivery is available for a fee. For addition information on the Pharmacy, please call 301-598-1005.

Social Services

The Leisure World Social Services Department offers service to all Leisure World residents and their families.   The program is staffed by licensed and accredited social workers, who provide assessment of social and emotional situations.   They offer information about a number of resources, such as mental health counseling, home health services, and Meals-on-Wheels, which are available to help residents maintain independent, safe living. The social workers are also well versed in topics of assisted living, adult day care, nursing homes, and advanced directives; and they work with residents and their families to utilize these resources appropriately. The social workers can be reached at the Leisure World Medical Center at 301-598-1581.

Physical Therapy

Atlantic Physical Therapy is a Medicare Certified Rehabilitation facility offering a full range of rehabilitation and health maintenance services. They specialize in the geriatric population. Their services include, but are not limited to, rehabilitation for walking and balance problems, sports injuries, joint replacements, back injuries, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and other neurological impairments. They offer exercise programs for patients who want to continue to have a monitored program after discharge from PT. Specialty services include aquatic therapy, incontinence therapy, osteoporosis management, and home therapy for the homebound.

Lifeline

Lifeline is a personal emergency response system offered by Leisure World to all residents of the community. The system is designed to provide coverage in a resident’s home and consists of a communicator (small box tied into the telephone system) and a personal help button to be worn by the resident. The responders to a “help needed” call are the Leisure World security guards, who will either dispatch the Leisure World triage nurse (when on duty) or call 911. There is a minimal annual fee for Lifeline. For additional information on the Lifeline or to arrange this service, please call the Lifeline Coordinator at 301-598-1329.

File of Life

File of Life is an envelope containing medical and personal information that is magnetically attached to a resident’s refrigerator and is useful to emergency technicians and the triage nurse, should they need to come to the residence. The envelope contains information about a person’s medical problems, medications, allergies, and people to notify in an emergency. File of Life envelopes and forms are provided to all our residents during the new member interview. They are also available at the Leisure World Pharmacy, for no charge.

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