Procedure Volume Patient Data Patient Conditions Reviews General Payments Back to Top

Home > IL Providers

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD

(No ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: thyroid problems, diabetes

900 N. Washington Street
Du Quoin, IL 62832

(618) 542-1045

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD is an endocrinologist in Herrin, IL specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD is affiliated with Southern Illinois Healthcare.

Office Locations

3020 S Park Avenue
Herrin, IL 62948

open_in_new

Southern Illinois Healthcare

900 N. Washington Street
Du Quoin, IL 62832

(618) 542-1045

open_in_new

Some issues Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, 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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Herrin, IL during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1829
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1766

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	352
Female	609

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	909
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	430
From 75 to 84	243
85 and over	48
Less than 65	240

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	65
Dementia	6
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Herrin, IL during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1594
hospital care	14
inpatient care	14

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	326
Female	569

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	839
Black	38
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	381
From 75 to 84	227
85 and over	44
Less than 65	243

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	66
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1717

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	706
Female	1168

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1756
Black	82
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	814
From 75 to 84	426
85 and over	84
Less than 65	550

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	68
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1735

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	327
Female	607

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	870
Black	43
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	402
From 75 to 84	229
85 and over	45
Less than 65	258

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	66
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Herrin, IL during 2017 were chronic care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

chronic care	112
doctor visit	1725

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	299
Female	629

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	859
Black	44
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	393
From 75 to 84	230
85 and over	38
Less than 65	267

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	64
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Herrin, IL during 2018 were chronic care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

chronic care	116
doctor visit	1014

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	256
Female	476

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	678
Black	37
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	315
From 75 to 84	187
85 and over	27
Less than 65	203

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	69
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	739

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	168
Female	265

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	388
Black	31
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	186
From 75 to 84	113
85 and over	19
Less than 65	115

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	69
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	548

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	141
Female	209

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	19
Less than 65	94

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2020

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	70
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	569

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	215

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	315
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	87
85 and over	18
Less than 65	87

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	68
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	529

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	290
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	22
Less than 65	66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	68
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Herrin, IL were chronic care, hospital care and inpatient care.

chronic care	114
doctor visit	1251
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD.

**Gender**
Male	256
Female	448

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	28
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	656
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	173
85 and over	33
Less than 65	193
65 to 74	305

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	61
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD graduated from University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland. He has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine

Residency: St. Joseph Mercy Oakland

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Southern Illinois Healthcare

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD does not have any reviews yet, be the first to leave a review of Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD here: Leave a Review

(No ratings)

Leave a Review

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.	$5,714 Kazano $5,623	Contrave $29	Oseni $21	$41
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.	$5,692 t-slim insulin pump $5,692
Novo Nordisk Inc	$3,044 RYBELSUS $1,922	Ozempic $444	Victoza $188	Saxenda $112	Tresiba $88	Other $291
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$2,724 Nesina $2,449	Kazano $275
Lilly USA, LLC	$960 JARDIANCE $262	TRULICITY $235	GLYXAMBI $106	HUMULIN $104	BASAGLAR $68	Other $185
Other	$6,874 Repatha $466	TOUJEO $453	Synthroid $396	DEXCOM G6 TRANSMITTER $335	Korlym $314	Other $4,910

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$9,448
Consulting Fee	$8,876
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$5,650
Travel and Lodging	$759
Education	$275

Biography

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud's area of specialization is adult endocrinology. His clinical interests include diabetes and thyroid problems. After completing medical school at the University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine, he performed his residency at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland. Dr. Abedmahmoud speaks Arabic. He is professionally affiliated with Southern Illinois Healthcare.

Select Year:

Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD

Office Locations

Some issues Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD can help you with:

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2013

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2014

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2015

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2016

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2017

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2018

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2019

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2020

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2021

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD in 2022

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Issa Abedmahmoud, MD From 2012 - 2022

Education & Training

Affiliations & Hospitals

Ratings & Reviews

General Payments

Biography

Other Providers in Herrin, IL