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Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD

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Specializes in: General Surgery

Professional interests include: thyroid problems, gallbladder problems

4051 Upper Creek Drive Suite 108
Sun City Center, FL 33573

(813) 634-9264

Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD is a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL specializing in general surgery. Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare and HCA Florida South Shore Hospital.

Office Locations

4051 Upper Creek Drive Suite 108
Sun City Center, FL 33573

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Some issues Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, 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. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2023

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By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Florida.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	43
hospital care	121
inpatient care	121

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	52
hospital care	235
inpatient care	235

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	57
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	123
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	41
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	35
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	28
Dementia	26
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	52
hospital care	207
inpatient care	207

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	78

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	106
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	39
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	30
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	43
Dementia	32
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	81
hospital care	217
inpatient care	217

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	222
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	47
Dementia	31
Cancer	28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	20
doctor visit	126
gastrointestinal procedures	20
hospital care	439
inpatient care	439
open surgery	20

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	41
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	33
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	40
Dementia	26
Cancer	29

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	223
hospital care	280
inpatient care	280

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	180
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	35
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	40
Dementia	17
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, breast procedures and minor procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	17
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	274
hospital care	199
image guided procedures	17
inpatient care	199
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	150

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	185
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	38
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	37
Dementia	21
Cancer	34

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	13
doctor visit	208
gastrointestinal procedures	13
hospital care	132
inpatient care	132
open surgery	13

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	145

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	167
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	31
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	42
Dementia	17
Cancer	39

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	203
hospital care	114
inpatient care	114

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	129
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	28
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	31
Dementia	19
Cancer	45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	190
hospital care	124
inpatient care	124

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	124
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	37
Dementia	14
Cancer	40

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, open surgery and abdominal surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery	11
doctor visit	186
gastrointestinal procedures	11
hospital care	135
inpatient care	135
open surgery	11

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	28
Female	125

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	66
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	39

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL during 2023 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	193
hospital care	159
inpatient care	159

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	131
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	65
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	36
Dementia	13
Cancer	41

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD treated as a general surgeon in Sun City Center, FL were hospital care, inpatient care, breast procedures and minor procedures.

abdominal surgery	14
breast procedures	17
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	152
gastrointestinal procedures	14
hospital care	196
image guided procedures	17
inpatient care	196
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17
open surgery	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD.

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	115

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	2
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	139
Hispanic	1
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	55
85 and over	17
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	60

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD From 2012 - 2023

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

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	13
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	34
Atrial Fibrillation	19
Cancer	31
Dementia	18

Education & Training

She completed residency at New York Methodist Hospital. She has a state license in New York.

Residency: New York Methodist Hospital (2002)

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kimberly A. Giffard, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

HCA Florida Healthcare

HCA Florida South Shore Hospital

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$11,720 Da Vinci Surgical System $11,720
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.	$1,799 ENSEAL Product Family $1,799
TELA Bio, Inc.	$1,794 OviTex Reinforced Bioscaffold With Permanent Polymer (OviTex) $1,794
Ethicon US, LLC	$96 STRATAFIX $61	Mega Vac $12	Megadyne Ace Blade 700 $12	Surgicel Powder $11
LIFECELL CORPORATION	$42 AlloDerm $42
Other	$97 Reblozyl $40	PHASIX $18	PlasmaBlade $14	ENTRE $12	Intact $12

**Types of Payments**
Education	$10,000
Travel and Lodging	$4,207
Food and Beverage	$1,341

Biography

Dr. Kimberly Giffard, who practices in Sun City Center, FL, is a medical specialist in general surgery. Dr. Giffard attended Medical College of Wisconsin and then went on to complete her residency at New York Methodist Hospital. She has indicated that her clinical interests include thyroid problems and gallbladder problems. Dr. Giffard (or staff) is conversant in Spanish and French. Dr. Giffard is professionally affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare.