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Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD

(Dr. Anwar Farhood, MD)

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Specializes in: Pathology

Professional interests include: bone marrow biopsy, gallbladder removal surgery (cholecystectomy), oral cancer, and more.

601 E 15th Street Department of Pathology
Austin, TX 78701

(512) 324-7516

Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD is a pathologist in Austin, TX specializing in pathology. Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD is affiliated with MedStar Health.

Office Locations

601 E 15th Street Department of Pathology
Austin, TX 78701

(512) 324-7516

(512) 324-7536

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Some issues Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the upper abdomen, underneath the liver. Its purpose is to store bile, which is used to digest fat. Occasionally, the gallbladder can develop mineral stones, called gallstones. If they are large enough, gallstones can block the ducts in the gallbladder and cause swelling and infection. Gallstones can be treated with lifestyle changes and medication, but sometimes this is not enough. In these cases, it is best to remove the gallbladder before it can cause more serious problems. The surgical removal of the gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy.

Today, most gallbladder surgeries are done laparoscopically. Four tiny incisions are made in the abdomen, and small tools are inserted through these tiny incisions to perform the surgery. Because the incisions are much smaller, recovery time is much faster with this type of surgery. Patients are usually discharged from the hospital the same day. Sometimes, open surgery is used to remove a gallbladder. In this type of surgery, a cut about six inches long is made in the upper right abdomen. After the gallbladder is removed, it is sutured or stapled closed. With open surgery, patients usually stay in the hospital for two to three days to recover before they are discharged.

Gallbladder removal, like any surgery, carries some risks, such as bleeding, infection, or the development of blood clots. Doctors will tell patients how to minimize their risk for complications. After surgery, patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity for several days. They should not soak in a bath until their sutures or staples have been removed. Patients should wash hands before touching the area around the incision. It will take a couple of days until patients feel like themselves again and a few weeks until their scar has healed and faded.

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2023

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In 2012, Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD had a list price for lab tests, and special stains that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Texas. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2012 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	20
cytology	74
lab tests	215

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2013 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	25
cytology	63
lab tests	467

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Male	260
Female	309

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	421
Black	57
Hispanic	60
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	253
From 75 to 84	163
85 and over	64
Less than 65	89

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	37
Dementia	13
Cancer	27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2014 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	44
cytology	55
lab tests	511

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	262

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	350
Black	57
Hispanic	50
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	228
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	27
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	37
Dementia	11
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2015 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	26
cytology	38
lab tests	241

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Male	432
Female	506

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	694
Black	82
Hispanic	110
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	446
From 75 to 84	262
85 and over	94
Less than 65	136

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	35
Dementia	13
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2016 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	39
cytology	66
lab tests	152

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Male	124
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	29
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	16
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Dementia	17
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2017 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	95

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	109

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	78
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2017

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	32

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2018 were lab tests and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	21
lab tests	120

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	55
Black	78
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

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

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2018

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	44

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2019 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	107

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	45
Black	74
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	61
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2019

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	33
Dementia	8
Cancer	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2020 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	47

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	50
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2020

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2021 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	113

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	50
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2021

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	47

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2022 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests	57

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	60

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX during 2023 were lab tests and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	48
lab tests	290

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Male	219
Female	231

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	131
Hispanic	14
Asian	20
Other	37
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	219
From 75 to 84	167
85 and over	16
Less than 65	48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	37
Dementia	6
Cancer	26

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated as a pathologist in Austin, TX were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

consultation	31
cytology	59
lab tests	201

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD.

**Gender**
Female	133
Male	107

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	59
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	176
Hispanic	22
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	3

**Age**
85 and over	18
75 to 84	71
Less than 65	40
65 to 74	135

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and diabetes.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Dementia	5
Cancer	32

Education & Training

He has a state license in Massachusetts.

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Health

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Genentech USA, Inc.	$30 $30
GE Healthcare	$13 Omniscan $13

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$44

Biography

Dr. Anwar Farhood is a physician who specializes in pathology. Areas of expertise for Dr. Farhood include bladder cancer, blood cancers, and moles. He is professionally affiliated with MedStar Health.

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Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Anwar Ibrahim Farhood, MD in 2023

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