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Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO

Accepting New Patients

(1376 Ratings)

Specializes in: Sports Medicine and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (2009)

Professional interests include: arthritis, knee sprain, shoulder dislocation, and more.

915 Half Street Southeast
Washington, DC 20003

(202) 546-4504

Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO is a sports medicine doctor in Charlotte Hall, MD specializing in sports medicine and internal medicine (adult medicine). He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO is affiliated with MedStar Health, MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC and MedStar St Mary's Hospital.

Office Locations

Address:

29955 Three Notch Road Suite 100
Charlotte Hall, MD 20622

Address:

1120 20th Street Northwest Suite 115
Washington, DC 20036

Unable to locate address.

Address:

12158 Central Avenue
Mitchellville, MD 20721

Address:

915 Half Street Southeast
Washington, DC 20003

Some issues Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO can help you with:

Joint Aspiration

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.

Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).

Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:

Ice and rest
Exercise and physical therapy
Over-the-counter pain medications
Corticosteroid injections
Surgery

Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.

doctor visit	49
preventive care	4
vaccines	5

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	21

**Age**
From 65 to 74	24
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	40
doctor visit	239
preventive care	8
vaccines	9

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	40

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	41
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

blood draw	88
doctor visit	355
preventive care	38
vaccines	39

**Gender**
Male	186
Female	136

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	288
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	184
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	42
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

blood draw	10
doctor visit	424
preventive care	45
vaccines	46

**Gender**
Male	122
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	169
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	38
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

aspiration	15
doctor visit	430
injections	15
preventive care	35
vaccines	36

**Gender**
Male	133
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	196
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	100
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	16
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	36
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

aspiration	39
doctor visit	608
injections	39
lab tests	15
preventive care	69
vaccines	70

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	238
Black	41
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	142
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	17
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

aspiration	37
doctor visit	381
injections	37
lab tests	10
preventive care	106
vaccines	95

**Gender**
Male	157
Female	138

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	241
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	146
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	15
Less than 65	39

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

aspiration	68
doctor visit	398
injections	68
lab tests	16
preventive care	29
vaccines	30

**Gender**
Male	179
Female	182

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	242
Black	107
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	115
85 and over	22
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	3
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	35
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

aspiration	113
doctor visit	826
injections	113
lab tests	33

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO treated as a sports medicine doctor in Charlotte Hall, MD were aspiration, injections, preventive care and blood draw.

aspiration	54
blood draw	46
doctor visit	414
injections	54
lab tests	18
preventive care	46
vaccines	45

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	14
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	137
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	52
85 and over	7
Less than 65	15
65 to 74	93

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	1
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	7
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He completed residency at Crozer-Chester Medical Center. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Sports Medicine American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (2009)

Residency: Crozer-Chester Medical Center (2012)

Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Sports Medicine American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Health

MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC

MedStar St Mary's Hospital

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Virginia Premier Health Plan, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic, Employee Health Plan (EHP) and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO

MAMSI

First Health PPO

Blue Choice

Golden Rule

Great-West Healthcare

TRICARE

Community Care Network (CCN)

Coventry

TRICARE Reserve Select

Aetna Managed Choice POS

Beech Street PPO

Aetna HMO

Kaiser Select

Kaiser Permanente

CIGNA EPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

CIGNA Indemnity

AARP

Medicare Advantage

Coventry National Network PPO

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Cigna

Virginia Premier Health Plan

WellPoint

Aetna

CIGNA Network Open Access

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

HealthyBlue PPO

MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice

CareFirst NASCO

CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO

Traditional Medicare Fee for Service

United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO)

Innovation Health: Open POS Plus

MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families

Carefirst EPO

Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus

United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program

CareFirst Administrators

United Student Resources

United Select HMO - EPO/NPP

United MD IPA Preferred (POS)

United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO)

Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP)

Innovation Health: Network Only Plus

United MD IPA (HMO)

United Choice Plus

CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans)

Innovation Health: PPO

HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO

MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance

United Choice

United Optimum Choice

Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus)

Innovation Health: POS

Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS)

Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus

United Select Plus (POS)

CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced

United Erickson Advantage Plans

Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice

Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN)

Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS)

D-SNP)

I-SNP

CareFirst MedStar PPO

CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity

United Core Essential (HMO)

Innovation Health: POS Plus

HumanaChoice PPO

United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP

Innovation Health: Open POS II

Innovation Health: Indemnity

United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose

Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

United Navigate

Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO

Police and Fire Clinic

Employee Health Plan (EHP)

CareFirst MedStar Select PPO

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Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 1376 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christian Conrad Glaser, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Charlotte Hall, MD.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-02-07