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Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy (1998)

Professional interests include: thyroid nodules, hyperparathyroidism, thyroid ultrasound, and more.

55 LAKE AVENUE NORTH
WORCESTER, MA 01655

(508) 334-3850

Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD is an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in 1998 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD is affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Center and UMass Memorial Health.

Office Locations

55 LAKE AVENUE NORTH
WORCESTER, MA 01655

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Some issues Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD 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.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

neck ultrasound

soft tissue ultrasound

In 2012, Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD had a list price for neck ultrasound, and soft tissue ultrasound that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts. 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. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2012 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	17
blood draw	207
diabetes management	42
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	182
hospital care	17
image guided procedures	17
inpatient care	17
lab tests	42
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2013 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	237
diabetes management	60
doctor visit	206
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17
lab tests	60
neck imaging	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	12
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	51
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2014 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	24
blood draw	283
diabetes management	44
diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	213
hospital care	14
image guided procedures	24
inpatient care	14
lab tests	44
minimally invasive procedures	24
minor procedures	24
neck imaging	16
ultrasound (sonogram)	16

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	152

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	196
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	73

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	46
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2015 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	21
blood draw	332
diabetes management	62
diagnostic procedures	21
doctor visit	278
image guided procedures	21
lab tests	62
minimally invasive procedures	21
minor procedures	21
neck imaging	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	174
Female	318

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	424
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	236
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	26
Less than 65	144

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2015

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	46
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2016 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	17
blood draw	338
diabetes management	49
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	302
hospital care	19
image guided procedures	17
inpatient care	19
lab tests	49
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17
neck imaging	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	104
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	122
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	81

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2016

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	46
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2017 were blood draw, lab tests and diabetes management.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	367
diabetes management	59
doctor visit	289
lab tests	59

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	149

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	71

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2017

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	45
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2018 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	290
diabetes management	32
doctor visit	297
lab tests	32
neck imaging	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	11

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	166

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	218
Black	11
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	129
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2018

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	47
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2019 were blood draw, lab tests, diabetes management and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	348
diabetes management	41
doctor visit	339
lab tests	41
preventive care	12

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	196
Female	297

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	423
Black	19
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	266
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	24
Less than 65	103

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2019

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	58
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2020 were blood draw, ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	69
doctor visit	233
hospital care	14
inpatient care	14
neck imaging	21
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	208

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	258
Black	0
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	23
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2020

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	47
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2021 were ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	471
hospital care	20
inpatient care	20
neck imaging	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	20

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	122
Female	263

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	321
Black	0
Hispanic	31
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	20
Less than 65	56

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2021

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	30
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	39
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	406

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	83
Female	250

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	284
Black	0
Hispanic	25
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	163
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	19
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	48
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	23
Dementia	5
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA during 2023 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	414
neck imaging	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	14

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	323
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	162
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	35
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD in 2023

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	52
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	19
Dementia	4
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated as an endocrinologist in WORCESTER, MA were blood draw, diabetes management, lab tests and aspiration.

aspiration	19
blood draw	274
diabetes management	48
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	302
hospital care	16
image guided procedures	19
inpatient care	16
lab tests	48
minimally invasive procedures	19
minor procedures	19
neck imaging	15
preventive care	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD.

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	199

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	2
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	254
Hispanic	19
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	52
85 and over	13
Less than 65	68
65 to 74	145

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD From 2012 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	20
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	38
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Cancer	9
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in 1998. She completed residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy (1998)

Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Gabriela Szabo, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UMass Memorial Medical Center

UMass Memorial Health

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Lilly USA, LLC	$270 TRULICITY $110	HUMULIN $39	TRADJENTA $29	$93
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC	$139 LANTUS $76	APIDRA $23	AFREZZA $22	TOUJEO $18
INSULET CORPORATION	$121 Omnipod $121
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.	$113 Minimed 670G System $113
Amgen Inc.	$96 EVENITY $96
Other	$235 Tresiba $78	t-slim insulin pump $75	V-GO $22	FreeStyle Libre blood glucose Flash Monitoring System $21	Dexcom G4 Platinum $20	Other $18

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$951
Education	$22

Biography

Dr. Gabriela Szabo's area of specialization is adult endocrinology. Her clinical interests include diabetes, calcium metabolism disorder, and pituitary disorders. She is professionally affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Szabo's practice in Worcester, MA is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com. After attending Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy for medical school, she completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. In addition to English, Dr. Szabo speaks Romanian.