Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2013 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leena Sharma, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 34 |
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Dr. Leena Sharma, MD is a general practitioner in Chicago, IL specializing in general practice, rheumatology (arthritis & autoimmune diseases) and preventive medicine. She graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin Medical School in 1984 and has 42 years of experience. Dr. Leena Sharma, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine, Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Institute for Public Health and Medicine (IPHAM) and Northwestern Medicine Rheumatology.
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leena Sharma, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 34 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leena Sharma, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 39 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leena Sharma, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 27 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Leena Sharma, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 33 |
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Dr. Leena Sharma, MD graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin Medical School in 1984. She completed residency at Resident: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital. She is certified by the Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin Medical School (1984)
Residency: Resident: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospital (1987)
Board Certification: Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Leena Sharma specializes in general practice, rheumatology (arthritis & autoimmune diseases), and preventive medicine. Clinical interests for Dr. Sharma include osteoarthritis and epidemiology. She studied medicine at Medical College of Wisconsin. Distinctions awarded to Dr. Sharma include: Teaching Pin, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Office of Medical Education; The OARSI Clinical Research Award, Osteoarthritis Research Society International; and Meet the Professor - Osteoarthritis, American College of Physicians. She is professionally affiliated with Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. Unfortunately, according to Yext, Dr. Sharma is not currently accepting new patients.