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Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD

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(266 Ratings)

Specializes in: Geriatrics (Elderly Care) and Adult Endocrinology

Allama Iqbal Medical College (1998)

Professional interests include: osteoporosis, thyroid problems, adrenal disorders, and more.

5445 Lanark Road Suite 300
Center Valley, PA 18034

(484) 526-7300

Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD is a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA specializing in geriatrics (elderly care) and adult endocrinology. She graduated from Allama Iqbal Medical College in 1998 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD is affiliated with St. Luke's University Health Network.

Office Locations

5445 Lanark Road Suite 300
Center Valley, PA 18034

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Some issues Dr. Sara Choudhry, 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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	110
diabetes management	43
doctor visit	572
hospital care	260
inpatient care	260
lab tests	119
preventive care	43
thyroid function tests	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	80
diabetes management	32
doctor visit	655
hospital care	244
inpatient care	244
lab tests	90
preventive care	32
thyroid function tests	38

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	188
Female	255

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	398
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	190
From 75 to 84	109
85 and over	44
Less than 65	100

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	71
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	129
diabetes management	59
doctor visit	803
hospital care	419
inpatient care	419
lab tests	138
preventive care	59
thyroid function tests	57

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	260
Female	344

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	549
Black	17
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	284
From 75 to 84	163
85 and over	49
Less than 65	108

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	67
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	125
diabetes management	40
doctor visit	870
hospital care	345
inpatient care	345
lab tests	87
preventive care	40
thyroid function tests	32

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	554
Female	820

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1212
Black	64
Hispanic	68
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	658
From 75 to 84	332
85 and over	108
Less than 65	276

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	69
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	107
diabetes management	35
doctor visit	806
hospital care	554
inpatient care	554
lab tests	35
preventive care	35

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	249
Female	402

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	571
Black	21
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	52
Less than 65	150

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	68
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	69
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	21
diabetes management	14
doctor visit	872
hospital care	462
inpatient care	462
lab tests	14
preventive care	14

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	290
Female	417

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	622
Black	28
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	358
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	40
Less than 65	150

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	69
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	69
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	50
diabetes management	25
doctor visit	922
hospital care	312
inpatient care	312
lab tests	25
preventive care	25

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	325
Female	450

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	674
Black	23
Hispanic	57
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	355
From 75 to 84	200
85 and over	52
Less than 65	168

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	68
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	69
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	25
doctor visit	1094
hospital care	276
inpatient care	276
lab tests	25
preventive care	25

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	341
Female	459

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	685
Black	41
Hispanic	50
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	377
From 75 to 84	191
85 and over	69
Less than 65	163

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	69
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	69
Dementia	15
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	12
doctor visit	763
hospital care	301
inpatient care	301
lab tests	12
preventive care	12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	244
Female	394

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	564
Black	22
Hispanic	35
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	310
From 75 to 84	176
85 and over	50
Less than 65	102

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	69
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	66
Dementia	16
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	68
doctor visit	786
hospital care	234
inpatient care	234
lab tests	68
preventive care	68

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	232
Female	388

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	539
Black	22
Hispanic	38
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	309
From 75 to 84	165
85 and over	54
Less than 65	92

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	68
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	65
Dementia	16
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2022 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	86
doctor visit	967
hospital care	44
inpatient care	44
lab tests	86
preventive care	86

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	255
Female	402

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	586
Black	20
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	326
From 75 to 84	205
85 and over	44
Less than 65	82

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	62
Dementia	8
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	67
doctor visit	777
hospital care	114
inpatient care	114
lab tests	67
preventive care	67

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	195
Female	386

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	509
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	281
From 75 to 84	189
85 and over	45
Less than 65	66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	33
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	60
Dementia	8
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA during 2024 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	65
doctor visit	622
hospital care	76
inpatient care	76
lab tests	65
preventive care	65

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	193
Female	342

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	479
Black	19
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	260
From 75 to 84	165
85 and over	51
Less than 65	59

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	39
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	55
Dementia	8
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD treated as a geriatrician in Center Valley, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and lab tests.

blood draw	88
diabetes management	43
doctor visit	808
hospital care	280
inpatient care	280
lab tests	63
preventive care	43
thyroid function tests	42

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD.

**Gender**
Male	255
Female	389

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	21
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	568
Hispanic	34
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	168
85 and over	50
Less than 65	116
65 to 74	309

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD From 2012 - 2024

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

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	19
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	60
Atrial Fibrillation	15
Cancer	12
Dementia	10

Education & Training

Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD graduated from Allama Iqbal Medical College in 1998. She completed residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Allama Iqbal Medical College (1998)

Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals (2005)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.65 out of 5 stars based on 266 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sara Choudhry, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Center Valley, PA.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Tandem Diabetes Care, Inc.	$2,566 t-slim insulin pump $2,566
Novo Nordisk Inc	$915 Tresiba $212	Norditropin $201	Victoza $95	NovoLog $54	Saxenda $49	Other $304
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC	$747 TOUJEO $325	APIDRA $169	LANTUS $152	PRALUENT $42	AFREZZA $26	Other $34
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$478 INVOKANA $188	OneTouch $143	meters $65	INVOKAMET $31	XARELTO $15	Other $36
Lilly USA, LLC	$450 HUMALOG $204	FORTEO $88	TRULICITY $62	HUMATROPE $40	TRADJENTA $16	Other $39
Other	$4,747 JANUMET XR $258	Omnipod $254	Minimed 630G $240	Tymlos $228	THYROGEN $199	Other $3,568

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$7,327
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$2,450
Education	$106
Consulting Fee	$20

Biography

I am an adult endocrinologist, originally from Pakistan. I received my medical degree from Allama Iqbal Medical School in Pakistan and completed my internship at Jinnah Hospital in Pakistan. I completed my Internal Medicine Residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in New York. Also at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, I completed two years of endocrinology fellowship training. Additionally, I completed one year of geriatrics fellowship training at SUNY Stony Brook. I am board certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology and Metabolism, and Geriatrics. I am also a Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE).