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Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD

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(Dr. Harjeet Palsingh Kohli, MD)

(96 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (1981)

Professional interests include: breast issues, thyroid problems, laparoscopic surgery, and more.

2403 BUTLER STREET
EASTON, PA 18042

(484) 526-2244

Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD is a general surgeon in EASTON, PA specializing in general surgery. He graduated from All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1981 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD is affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network.

Office Locations

2403 BUTLER STREET
EASTON, PA 18042

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Some issues Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD can help you with:

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.

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.

In The News

“Dr. Harjeet Kohli, F.A.C.S. recently was appointed Director of the Surgical Residency Program at Easton Hospital.”—"EASTON HOSPITAL NAMES PROGRAM DIRECTOR", The Morning Call, March 1999

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and catheterization.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	12
doctor visit	139
hospital care	511
inpatient care	511
nursing home care	61

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	143
hospital care	430
inpatient care	430
nursing home care	54

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	168
Female	236

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	360
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	136
From 75 to 84	140
85 and over	73
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	43
Dementia	31
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and catheterization.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	11
doctor visit	129
hospital care	387
inpatient care	387
nursing home care	22

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	192
Female	209

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	355
Black	23
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	113
85 and over	92
Less than 65	70

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	40
Dementia	29
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and emergency care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

catheterization	11
doctor visit	137
emergency care	11
hospital care	384
inpatient care	384
nursing home care	76

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	384
Female	454

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	710
Black	0
Hispanic	58
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	276
From 75 to 84	252
85 and over	176
Less than 65	134

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	43
Dementia	32
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	96
hospital care	415
inpatient care	415
nursing home care	40

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	159
Female	202

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	305
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	118
From 75 to 84	103
85 and over	81
Less than 65	59

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	36
Diabetes	41
Dementia	33
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	72
gastrointestinal procedures	29
hospital care	333
inpatient care	333
minimally invasive procedures	29
nursing home care	82
preventive care	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	153
Female	194

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	297
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	91
From 75 to 84	108
85 and over	87
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	41
Dementia	40
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	51
hospital care	356
inpatient care	356
nursing home care	71

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	147
Female	187

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	295
Black	0
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	106
85 and over	72
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	43
Dementia	34
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	15
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	338
inpatient care	338
minimally invasive procedures	12
nursing home care	89
preventive care	12

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	159
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	267
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	111
85 and over	68
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	44
Dementia	37
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care and nursing home care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	13
hospital care	167
inpatient care	167
nursing home care	40

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	40
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	37
Dementia	34
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal imaging	22
cardiac procedures	22
doctor visit	20
emergency care	14
hospital care	92
inpatient care	92
nursing home care	58
ultrasound (sonogram)	44

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	87
Female	126

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	187
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	57
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	67
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	66
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	39
Dementia	46
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA during 2022 were nursing home care, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	32
hospital care	55
inpatient care	55
nursing home care	56

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	122
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	32
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	54
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	34
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	46
Dementia	34
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated as a general surgeon in EASTON, PA were inpatient care, hospital care, nursing home care and ultrasound (sonogram).

abdominal imaging	22
cardiac procedures	22
catheterization	11
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	77
emergency care	12
gastrointestinal procedures	20
hospital care	315
inpatient care	315
minimally invasive procedures	20
nursing home care	59
preventive care	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	44

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD.

**Gender**
Female	175
Male	145

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	7
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	277
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	10
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	71
75 to 84	99
Less than 65	47
65 to 74	101

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	37
Atrial Fibrillation	21
Dementia	31
Cancer	18

Education & Training

Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD graduated from All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1981. He completed residency at Easton Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (1981)

Residency: Easton Hospital (1994)

Board Certification: American Board of Surgery

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

St. Luke's University Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 96 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Harjeet P. Kohli, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in EASTON, PA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Olympus Corporation of the Americas	$1,512 Olympus Surgical Accessories $958	Surgical Energy Products $553
Davol Inc.	$646 SURGICAL $185	DAV-Phasix $148	Phasix Mesh $125	$188
HILL-ROM COMPANY, INC	$500 $500
Covidien LP	$325 $325
Medtronic, Inc.	$155 SURGIPRO LL $40	Lapro-Clip $40	PURSTRING $35	$40
Other	$557 GATTEX $140	Da Vinci Surgical System $104	Endo Stapling $45	SPY-PHI SYSTEM $38	Energy: Enseal $28	Other $201

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,524
Travel and Lodging	$1,133
Honoraria	$500
Consulting Fee	$480
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$50
Other	$7

Biography

Dr. Harjeet Kohli is a specialist in general surgery in Easton, PA. He studied medicine at All India Institute of Medical Sciences. For his professional training, Dr. Kohli completed a residency program at Easton Hospital. Dr. Kohli has indicated that his clinical interests include thyroid problems, breast issues, and hemorrhoids. Patients rated him highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Kohli (or staff) is conversant in Hindi. Dr. Kohli is professionally affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network. Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Easton, PA.