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Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist in Anchorage, AK specializing in pediatric gastroenterology. He graduated from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2010 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD is affiliated with Providence.
Anorexia
Anorexia nervosa, commonly referred to as anorexia, is a disorder where people severely restrict the types and quantity of food they eat. People with anorexia have an extreme fear of eating and gaining weight, and may perceive weight loss as a way to achieve happiness. They may repeatedly weigh themselves or engage in harmful behaviors such as excessive exercise or starvation. Those with anorexia often find themselves preoccupied with food, but unable to consume a normal amount of it, resulting in symptoms such as:
-Abnormally low BMI (body mass index)
-Vitamin deficiency
-Fatigue
-Fainting
-Amenorrhea (lack of menstruation in women)
-Emaciation
-Poor wound healing
-Anemia
-Irregular heart rhythms
Anorexia may also cause bluish discoloration of the hands, brittle and falling out hair, yellowish skin, and lanugo (fine, downy hair). These physical symptoms are frequently accompanied by altered behaviors and emotions. Those with anorexia may feel compelled to hide their weight and actions from others. For example, someone with anorexia may wear oversized or baggy clothing to conceal weight loss or may deny hunger or lie about the amount of food that he or she consumes. Some people with anorexia may withdraw from social activities and may experience irritability and depression.
People of all ages, genders, and races may be diagnosed with anorexia; however, the condition affects more women than men. There is no single known cause for anorexia, but biological, psychological, and environmental factors may play a role. Athletes who participate in certain sports that emphasize body shape and size (such as ballet, figure skating, and wrestling) may be more likely to develop anorexia.
Anorexia has two subtypes that are referred to as the restrictive type and binge-purge type.
Restrictive type is the more frequently represented form of anorexia, involving the extreme restriction of food. Binge-purge type anorexia is food restriction accompanied by episodes of binging (eating large quantities of food) and purging (vomiting). Binge-purge type anorexia differs from bulimia as people with this type of anorexia severely limit calories and purge most of what they eat and are generally underweight, while those with bulimia are in a normal weight range. Left untreated, both types of anorexia have severe and life-threatening effects on health. Anorexia can lead to heart failure and even death.
Many people do not consciously develop anorexia, and have difficulty seeking treatment. For this reason, early detection and treatment helps with long-term recovery outcomes. Treatment for anorexia can vary from therapy visits to inpatient treatment, depending on the severity of a person's anorexia. Severe anorexia is typically treated in inpatient rehabilitation facilities, where patients increase their food consumption and gain weight under medical supervision. Eating disorder specialists provide therapy sessions and oversee a physical and mental treatment plan. Outpatient programs help patients return to a healthy weight through frequent talk therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions, specialized nutrition plans, and eating disorder support groups. Anorexia treatment aims to not only restore physical health and correct negative behaviors, but to also promote psychological well-being and self-confidence.
Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD graduated from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2010. He completed residency at University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology and has a state license in Alaska.
Medical School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (2010)
Residency: University of Tennessee Affiliated Hospitals (2013)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology
Licensed In: Alaska
Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Cigna, Aetna PPO, United Healthcare PPO, Medicare Advantage, Providence, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), TriWest, Medicaid, Moda, Premera, Public Education Health Trust, Carelon PPO, First Choice PPO and Evernorth.
According to our sources, Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 34 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Anchorage, AK.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Michael A. Malandra, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Michael Malandra's specialty is pediatric gastroenterology. Patients gave Dr. Malandra an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). His areas of expertise include the following: portal hypertension, achalasia, and celiac disease. He is professionally affiliated with Providence. Dr. Malandra seems to honor United Healthcare PPO, Cigna, and Providence, as well as other insurance carriers. His practice in Anchorage, AK is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com. He graduated from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.
