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Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD

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Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2002)
Professional interests include: memory disorders, cholesterol problems (lipid disorders), headache, and more.
8950 Duncan Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD is an internist in Pittsburgh, PA specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network and ALLEGHENY CLINIC.

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Office Locations

100 S Jackson Avenue Floor 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 734-7790
(412) 734-7795
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Allegheny Health Network

8950 Duncan Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 847-2020
(412) 847-2025
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Some issues Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

  • Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
  • Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
  • Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
  • Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2013 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 211
preventive care 17
vaccines 17

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 22
Female 59
Age
From 65 to 74 24
From 75 to 84 18
85 and over 21
Less than 65 18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2013

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2013 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 26
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2014 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 172
preventive care 23
vaccines 23

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 26
Female 60
Age
From 65 to 74 25
From 75 to 84 20
85 and over 28
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2014

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2014 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 23
Dementia 15
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2015 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 156
preventive care 12
vaccines 12

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 26
Female 86
Age
From 65 to 74 36
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 34
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2015 were hypertension, depression, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 36
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 39
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 25
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2016 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 180
preventive care 36
vaccines 36

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 15
Female 53
Age
From 65 to 74 26
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 20
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 18
Osteoperosis 21
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 31
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2017 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 186
preventive care 12
vaccines 12

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 26
Female 47
Age
From 65 to 74 25
From 75 to 84 16
85 and over 19
Less than 65 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 27
Diabetes 32
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2018 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 166
preventive care 18
vaccines 18

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 25
Female 51
Age
From 65 to 74 28
From 75 to 84 16
85 and over 14
Less than 65 18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 26
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 129
preventive care 13
vaccines 13

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 28
Female 48
Age
From 65 to 74 31
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 11
Less than 65 17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 24
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 30
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA during 2020 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 95
preventive care 18
vaccines 18

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 27
Female 52
Age
From 65 to 74 48
From 75 to 84 11
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 18
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 30
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 124

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 29
Female 60
Age
From 65 to 74 56
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 123

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 25
Female 59
Age
From 65 to 74 49
From 75 to 84 21
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2022 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 67
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 30
Dementia 0
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 161

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Male 24
Female 75
Age
From 65 to 74 68
From 75 to 84 19
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated during 2023 were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 20
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated as an internist in Pittsburgh, PA were preventive care and vaccines.

doctor visit 154
preventive care 18
vaccines 18

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD.

Gender
Female 59
Male 24
Age
85 and over 13
75 to 84 14
Less than 65 7
65 to 74 37

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD From 2013 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 1
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 27
Atrial Fibrillation 7
Dementia 1
Cancer 2

Education & Training

Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2002. She completed residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (2002)

Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Julie Kathryn Stazer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allegheny Health Network
ALLEGHENY CLINIC

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc $186 INVOKANA
$186
Endologix, Inc. $186 AFX
$186
Purdue Pharma L.P. $134 BUTRANS
$61 		INTERMEZZO
$54 		OXYCONTIN
$19
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. $101 TRELEGY ELLIPTA
$59 		ANORO ELLIPTA
$20 		BREO
$12 		ANORO
$10
Novo Nordisk Inc $92 RYBELSUS
$55 		Wegovy
$21 		Xultophy 100/3.6
$16
Other $373 Alto Abdominal Stent Graft System
$72 		Cologuard Collection Kit
$52 		Injectafer
$51 		MOUNJARO
$31 		Heplisav-B
$29 		Other
$139
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,072

Biography

Clinical interests for Dr. Julie Stazer include heart problems, headache, and mental health issues. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Stazer is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.

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