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Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD

(Dr. Gregory Kahler Low)

(176 Ratings)

Specializes in: Colon & Rectal Surgery

Baylor College of Medicine

Professional interests include: colon problems, rectal prolapse, rectal problems, and more.

1934 Alcoa Highway Medical Building D, Suite 370
Knoxville, TN 37920

(865) 305-5335

Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD is a colon and rectal surgeon in Knoxville, TN specializing in colon & rectal surgery. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD is affiliated with University Physicians' Association, Inc., The University of Tennessee Medical Center and UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM, INC.

Office Locations

The University of Tennessee Medical Center

1934 Alcoa Highway Medical Building D, Suite 370
Knoxville, TN 37920

(865) 305-5335

(865) 305-8840

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Some issues Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD can help you with:

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

Intestinal ulcers
Polyps
Bowel cancer
An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated as a colon and rectal surgeon in Knoxville, TN during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	11
gastrointestinal procedures	13
minimally invasive procedures	13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD.

**Gender**
Male	15
Female	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
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 Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated as a colon and rectal surgeon in Knoxville, TN during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	100
gastrointestinal procedures	28
minimally invasive procedures	28

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	48

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and diabetes.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	40

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated as a colon and rectal surgeon in Knoxville, TN during 2023 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	166
gastrointestinal procedures	62
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
minimally invasive procedures	62
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	85

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	11
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and cancer.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2021 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated as a colon and rectal surgeon in Knoxville, TN were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and hospital care.

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	92
gastrointestinal procedures	34
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
minimally invasive procedures	34
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2021 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	48

**Age**
75 to 84	24
85 and over	3
Less than 65	4
65 to 74	43

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD From 2021 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and cancer.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Cancer	25
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. He completed residency at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery, American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and has a state license in Tennessee.

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

Residency: Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery, American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University Physicians' Association, Inc.

The University of Tennessee Medical Center

UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM, INC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.77 out of 5 stars based on 176 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Gregory K. Low, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Knoxville, TN.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$4,833 DAVINCI XI $4,000	Da Vinci Surgical System $833
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$247 GATTEX $247
Medtronic, Inc.	$171 INTERSTIM $113	GIA $40	HET $18
Kerecis Limited	$165 Kerecis Omega3 Marigen $123	Kerecis Omega3 SurgiClose $42
La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company	$135 Xerava $135
Other	$619 Irrisept $115	3DMAX $110	ETHICON $57	STRATTICE RECONSTRUCTIVE TISSUE MATRIX BPS $56	CellerateRx $49	Other $232

**Types of Payments**
Education	$4,000
Food and Beverage	$1,573
Travel and Lodging	$598

Biography

Dr. Gregory Low sees patients in Knoxville, TN. His medical specialty is colon & rectal surgery. The average patient rating for Dr. Low is 5.0 stars (out of 5). These areas are among his clinical interests: rectal cancer, colon cancer, and appendix cancer. Dr. Low's professional affiliations include the University Physicians' Association, Inc. and The University of Tennessee Medical Center. Dr. Low attended Baylor College of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Southern California (USC) for residency.