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Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD

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Specializes in: Pathology
East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine (2002)
Professional interests include: esophageal cancer, bone marrow biopsy, endometrial cancer, and more.
950 E Swan Creek Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744

Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD is a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD specializing in pathology. He graduated from East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine in 2002 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD is affiliated with MedStar Health.

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MedStar Health

950 E Swan Creek Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
(301) 292-7270
(301) 292-6432
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Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.

Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.

The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:

  • Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
  • Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
  • Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.

Mastectomy (Breast Removal Surgery)

Mastectomy is the surgical removal of all or part of the breasts, most frequently associated with breast cancer treatment (for both male and female breast cancer patients). Breast cancer patients who receive a mastectomy typically have undergone other treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation, and less invasive breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy). If these treatments are unsuccessful, oncologists may eventually prescribe a mastectomy. Other conditions that may prompt a mastectomy include:

  • Two or more cancerous regions in the same breast
  • Inability to receive chemotherapy or radiation therapy
  • High likelihood of recurring breast cancer
  • Large tumor that is bigger than two inches across
  • Pregnancy that prohibits radiation therapy
  • Preexisting conditions like lupus or scleroderma

Notably, some patients may elect to undergo mastectomy without a breast cancer diagnosis. Preventative (prophylactic) mastectomy is performed on those with a high risk of breast cancer, such as having a family history of the disease or carrying the breast cancer BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. Preventative mastectomy substantially reduces one's chances of developing breast cancer in the future, but it cannot wholly prevent it.

Surgical oncologists perform several types of mastectomies, depending upon the severity of the breast cancer (including factors such as its location and spread), as well as the patients' own aesthetic and personal choices. The six main types of mastectomy include:

  • Total mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes an entire breast, including parts like the pectoral chest muscle, skin, and nipple.
  • Radical mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes the entire breast, underarm lymph nodes, pectoral chest muscles, and outer skin and nipple. One of the most invasive forms of mastectomy, radical mastectomy is infrequently performed.
  • Modified radical mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist completes a total mastectomy and also removes the underarm lymph nodes. This procedure is slightly less invasive than radical mastectomy.
  • Skin-sparing mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes cancerous breast tissue and nipple, but leaves most of breast skin. This method is used in conjunction with breast reconstruction, as implants can be added below the skin. Skin-sparing mastectomy often requires a treatment team with a surgical oncologist and a plastic surgeon experienced in breast procedures.
  • Nipple-sparing mastectomy, where the surgical oncologist removes cancerous breast tissue and leaves the nipple and most of the breast skin. This method is only available to patients in the early stages of breast cancer. Similar to skin-sparing mastectomy, this procedure is frequently performed with breast reconstruction.

Any of these procedures can be done on both breasts, in which case the procedure would be known as a double mastectomy. For example, a surgical oncologist might perform a total or nipple-sparing mastectomy on both breasts. Double mastectomies are often used as a preventive surgery for those who are at risk of developing breast cancer later on in life.

Patients have one or two days of hospital stay before returning home from their mastectomy procedures. Full recovery can take several months, but some patients find they are able to resume normal activity within one month of their mastectomy. Patients are advised to limit arm and chest movements whenever possible.

After surgery, patients must also adjust to changes in their appearance. While some patients choose to receive breast reconstruction, other patients may decide to wear prosthetic breasts or will simply embrace their new chest.

Mastectomies permit patients to conquer cancer and lead healthy, thriving lives as breast cancer survivors.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2023

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By Volume:

lab tests

In 2023, Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD performed more lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Maryland.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2012 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 1399

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2013 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 1401

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 982
Female 1464
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1932
Black 461
Hispanic 25
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1285
From 75 to 84 704
85 and over 123
Less than 65 334

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2013

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 31
Dementia 7
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2014 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 2088

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 1063
Female 1476
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1997
Black 489
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 23
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1303
From 75 to 84 786
85 and over 112
Less than 65 338

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2014

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 31
Dementia 7
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2015 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 676

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 2100
Female 3066
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 3980
Black 1052
Hispanic 32
Asian 0
Other 78
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 2852
From 75 to 84 1456
85 and over 208
Less than 65 650

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2015

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 32
Dementia 6
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2016 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 794

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 1123
Female 1667
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 2137
Black 576
Hispanic 23
Asian 0
Other 40
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1517
From 75 to 84 821
85 and over 112
Less than 65 340

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2016

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 27
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 33
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2017 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 669

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 971
Female 1511
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1899
Black 501
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 43
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1413
From 75 to 84 707
85 and over 94
Less than 65 268

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2017

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 47
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 33
Dementia 8
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2018 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 1122

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 1243
Female 1850
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 2432
Black 574
Hispanic 22
Asian 0
Other 50
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1694
From 75 to 84 923
85 and over 130
Less than 65 346

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2018

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 5
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 33
Dementia 9
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2019 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 2891

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 1523
Female 2061
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 2864
Black 550
Hispanic 45
Asian 24
Other 101
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 2115
From 75 to 84 1028
85 and over 115
Less than 65 326

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2019

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 31
Dementia 7
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2020 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 7250

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 1992
Female 2541
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 3533
Black 678
Hispanic 79
Asian 0
Other 172
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 2858
From 75 to 84 1257
85 and over 106
Less than 65 312

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2020

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 27
Dementia 3
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2021 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 10597

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 2720
Female 3354
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 4593
Black 1005
Hispanic 0
Asian 126
Other 230
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 3773
From 75 to 84 1757
85 and over 134
Less than 65 410

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2021

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 30
Dementia 3
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD during 2022 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 13032

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 3224
Female 4128
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 5607
Black 1196
Hispanic 0
Asian 133
Other 289
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 4502
From 75 to 84 2252
85 and over 167
Less than 65 431

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD in 2022

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 29
Dementia 2
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated as a pathologist in Fort Washington, MD were lab tests.

lab tests 3810

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD.

Gender
Male 1540
Female 2101
Ethnicity
Black / African American 643
Asian / Pacific Islander 25
Non-Hispanic White 2815
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 23
Other 93
Age
75 to 84 1062
85 and over 118
Less than 65 341
65 to 74 2119

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 6
Osteoporosis 8
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 28
Atrial Fibrillation 7
Dementia 5
Cancer 11

Education & Training

Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD graduated from East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine in 2002. He completed residency at Ohio State University Medical Center. He is certified by the Board Certification and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine (2002)

Residency: Ohio State University Medical Center (2007)

Board Certification: Board Certification

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Health

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Carl Chris Gable III, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Aptalis Pharma US, Inc $102 ZENPEP
$102
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. $38 REYATAZ
$38
Braintree Laboratories, Inc. $15 SUPREP BOWEL PREP
$15
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $155

Biography

Dr. Carl Gable works as a pathology. These areas are among Dr. Gable's clinical interests: bladder cancer, warts, and fine needle aspiration (FNA). He is affiliated with MedStar Health. His practice in Fort Washington, MD is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com. He is a graduate of East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Gable trained at Ohio State University Medical Center.

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