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Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS

(Connie Morrison, AHCNS)
Specializes in: General Practice and Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)
Professional interests include: sinus problems, thyroid nodules, post nasal drip, and more.
1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO

Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS is a general practitioner in Columbia, MO specializing in general practice and internal medicine (adult medicine). Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS is affiliated with University of Missouri Health Care, Ellis Fischel Cancer Center and THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI.

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Office Locations

1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO 65212
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University of Missouri Health Care

1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO
(573) 882-2100
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Some issues Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS can help you with:

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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2012 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 84
ear procedures 22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2013 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 107
ear procedures 19

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 51
Female 70
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 110
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 46
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 14
Less than 65 37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2013

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 37
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 13
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 17
Dementia 11
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2014 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 119
ear procedures 180

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 108
Female 144
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 231
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 70
From 75 to 84 69
85 and over 39
Less than 65 74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2014

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 37
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 22
Dementia 10
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2015 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 167
ear procedures 275

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 268
Female 310
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 524
Black 24
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 172
From 75 to 84 158
85 and over 80
Less than 65 168

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2015

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 14
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 23
Dementia 10
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2016 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 124
ear procedures 168

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 94
Female 108
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 188
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 51
From 75 to 84 51
85 and over 35
Less than 65 65

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2016

Hypertension 47
High Cholesterol 33
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 18
Dementia 13
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2017 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

ear procedures 36

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 35
Female 31
Age
From 65 to 74 20
From 75 to 84 16
85 and over 13
Less than 65 17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2017

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 23
Dementia 18
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2018 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 11
ear procedures 29

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 23
Female 28
Age
From 65 to 74 24
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2018

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 24
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO during 2019 were ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 20
ear procedures 39

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 28
Female 36
Age
From 65 to 74 21
From 75 to 84 26
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2019

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 19
Female 11
Age
From 65 to 74 12
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2020

Hypertension 43
High Cholesterol 0
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 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Age
From 65 to 74 16
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2021

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 53
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 41
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 13
Female 13
Age
From 65 to 74 13
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS in 2022

Hypertension 46
High Cholesterol 58
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 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated as a general practitioner in Columbia, MO were ear procedures.

doctor visit 80
ear procedures 96

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS.

Gender
Male 58
Female 68
Ethnicity
Black / African American 2
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 95
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 31
85 and over 16
Less than 65 32
65 to 74 40

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 35
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 19
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 4
Osteoporosis 2
Heart Failure 7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 13
Atrial Fibrillation 2
Dementia 5
Cancer 2

Education & Training

She has a state license in Missouri.

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Missouri Health Care
Ellis Fischel Cancer Center
THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Connie Johanna Morrison, AHCNS from all over the web to help you find the right in Columbia, MO. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-01 
She has an abundance of God's greatest gifts to man: kindness & caring. No further words are necessary.

Biography

Dr. Connie Morrison's specialty is general practice. Areas of expertise for Dr. Morrison include swollen lymph nodes (lymphadenopathy), ear pain, and nasal congestion (stuffy nose). She is affiliated with the University of Missouri Health Care.

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