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Dr. Missale Solomon, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Jimma University, College of Public Health and Medical Sciences

Professional interests include: colon problems, gastrointestinal bleeding, ablation, and more.

700 Geipe Road Suite 230
Catonsville, MD 21228

(410) 247-7500

Dr. Missale Solomon, MD is a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from Jimma University, College of Public Health and Medical Sciences. Dr. Missale Solomon, MD is affiliated with Ascension, Gastro Health and Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital.

Office Locations

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700 Geipe Road Suite 230
Catonsville, MD 21228

(410) 247-7500

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Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Nutrition Counseling

Food is one of the most basic resources the human body uses for growth and energy, tied intricately to well-being. Not only can diet affect health, but certain conditions can affect how the body processes food. Nutrition is the study of this complex interaction, and when patients seek the advice of an expert to help them manage food in their life, it is called nutrition counseling.

At the most basic level, nutrition counseling can be simply a talk with a family physician. Doctors receive training in nutrition as part of their education, and they are generally qualified to make recommendations about diet for their patients. Some doctors take a professional interest in nutrition and become experts by taking extra classes or studying nutrition in their practice. In general, however, complex nutrition guidance will be referred to a nutrition specialist, generally a dietitian.

Registered dietitians are nutrition experts that have passed specific higher education, accreditation, and internship requirements. They may work in hospitals, nursing facilities, or private practices to provide nutrition therapy and advise patients about their health and diet. Like dietitians, nutritionists also work to counsel patients about food and health. Some nutritionists have degrees in nutrition or food science, but the title 'nutritionist' is not protected by law. In the United States, anyone is allowed to call themselves a nutritionist, regardless of their education level.

Nutrition counseling can be useful for anyone who is looking to get to a healthy weight, manage a chronic illness through diet, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle. Some examples of issues that benefit from nutrition counseling include:

Obesity
Eating disorders
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Food allergies
Kidney disease
Digestive disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome
Cancer
Pregnancy or lactation
Participation in competitive sports

During a nutrition counseling appointment, the provider -- doctor, nutritionist, or dietitian -- typically will look over a the patient's medical history and talk to them about their current diet, their goals, what kinds of food they like, and any problems that they are currently struggling with in their health or diet. Then the specialist will help the patient set food goals and create a customized plan to help them meet their nutritional needs. Nutrition specialists may also offer classes, workshops, cooking demonstrations, and more. Their role is not to lecture the patient about what one should be eating, but to offer education and resources to make eating healthy foods easier.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

intravenous infusion

In 2023, Dr. Missale Solomon, MD had a list price for intravenous (IV) infusion that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Maryland. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

EGD with biopsy

EGD with lesion removal

therapeutic upper endoscopy

In 2012, Dr. Missale Solomon, MD performed more EGD with biopsy, EGD with lesion removal, and therapeutic upper endoscopy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Maryland.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	60
inpatient care	60

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	63
doctor visit	106
gastrointestinal procedures	90
hospital care	155
inpatient care	155
minimally invasive procedures	90
preventive care	15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	63

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	64
Black	134
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	20
Less than 65	88

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	53
Dementia	26
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	70
doctor visit	104
gastrointestinal procedures	89
hospital care	191
hydrogen breath test	11
inpatient care	191
methane breath test	11
minimally invasive procedures	89
preventive care	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	70

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	105

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	59
Black	128
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	17
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	51
Dementia	23
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	60
doctor visit	133
gastrointestinal procedures	74
hospital care	109
inpatient care	109
minimally invasive procedures	74
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	60

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	252

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	94
Black	274
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	146
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	32
Less than 65	170

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	48
Dementia	21
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	83
doctor visit	161
gastrointestinal procedures	105
hospital care	139
inpatient care	139
minimally invasive procedures	105
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	83

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	128
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	88
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	35
Less than 65	69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	28
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	44
Dementia	17
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	211
doctor visit	315
gastrointestinal procedures	277
hospital care	161
inpatient care	161
minimally invasive procedures	277
preventive care	22
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	211

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	119
Female	265

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	196
Black	165
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	160
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	51
Less than 65	77

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	44
Dementia	22
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

balloon dilation	19
diagnostic procedures	318
doctor visit	537
esophageal dilation	19
gastrointestinal procedures	444
hospital care	119
inpatient care	119
minimally invasive procedures	444
preventive care	52
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	318

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	165
Female	351

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	281
Black	209
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	178
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	82
Less than 65	97

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	43
Dementia	22
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

anastomosis	14
catheterization	14
diagnostic procedures	279
doctor visit	482
gastrointestinal procedures	364
hospital care	114
inpatient care	114
minimally invasive procedures	377
preventive care	31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	279

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	161
Female	360

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	311
Black	189
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	192
From 75 to 84	170
85 and over	83
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	41
Dementia	22
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	217
doctor visit	329
gastrointestinal procedures	248
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17
minimally invasive procedures	248
preventive care	31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	217

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	287

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	217
Black	138
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	144
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	59
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	32
Dementia	17
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	16
chemotherapy	16
diagnostic procedures	308
doctor visit	459
gastrointestinal procedures	358
hospital care	49
inpatient care	49
minimally invasive procedures	374
preventive care	50
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	308

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	361

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	284
Black	165
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	75
Less than 65	59

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	14
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	230
doctor visit	432
gastrointestinal procedures	261
minimally invasive procedures	261
preventive care	31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	230

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	316

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	242
Black	131
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	182
From 75 to 84	137
85 and over	39
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Missale Solomon, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Catonsville, MD were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, diagnostic procedures and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

anastomosis	14
balloon dilation	19
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	16
catheterization	14
chemotherapy	16
diagnostic procedures	183
doctor visit	305
esophageal dilation	19
gastrointestinal procedures	231
hospital care	111
hydrogen breath test	11
inpatient care	111
methane breath test	11
minimally invasive procedures	233
preventive care	31
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	183

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Missale Solomon, MD.

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	234

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	151
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	168
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	94
85 and over	44
Less than 65	73
65 to 74	129

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

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

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	38
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Dementia	17
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Missale Solomon, MD graduated from Jimma University, College of Public Health and Medical Sciences. She completed residency at Drexel University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Gastroenterology Internal Medicine and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Jimma University, College of Public Health and Medical Sciences

Residency: Drexel University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Gastroenterology Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Missale Solomon, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ascension

Gastro Health

Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$760 ENTYVIO $547	GATTEX $114	AMITIZA $63	Dexilant $2	$35
AbbVie, Inc.	$722 Creon $386	Viekira $128	Humira $125	Mavyret $64	$18
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$431 STELARA $301	SIMPONI $92	REMICADE $39
AbbVie Inc.	$248 Rinvoq $134	Skyrizi $39	Creon $36	Mavyret $21	Humira $19
Celgene Corporation	$234 ZEPOSIA $234
Other	$1,870 XIFAXAN $189	Pulmozyme $123	Vemlidy $112	SUCRAID $105	REMICADE $95	Other $1,246

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,266

Biography

Dr. Missale Solomon is a physician who specializes in adult gastroenterology. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with Drexel University, Dr. Solomon attended Jimma University, College of Public Health and Medical Sciences for medical school. Clinical interests for Dr. Solomon include gastrointestinal bleeding, polyps, and ablation. Dr. Solomon has received professional recognition including the following: Baltimore Magazine Top Doctor. She is conversant in Amharic. She is professionally affiliated with Ascension and Gastro Health.