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Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Maulana Azad Medical College (1997)

Professional interests include: cancer, endocrine diseases (hormone disorders), diabetes, and more.

25 Hackett Boulevard Floor 3
Albany, NY 12208

(518) 262-5185

Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE is an endocrinologist in Albany, NY specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College in 1997 and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE is affiliated with Albany Medical Center.

Office Locations

Albany Medical Center

25 Hackett Boulevard Floor 3
Albany, NY 12208

(518) 262-5185

(518) 262-6303

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250 Delaware Avenue Suite 202
Delmar, NY 12054

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Albany Medical Center

43 New Scotland Avenue James J. Barba Physicians Pavilion (a Building), Floor 2, Suite 48
Albany, NY 12208

(518) 262-3545

(518) 262-3532

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Some issues Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE 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. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	14
doctor visit	62
hospital care	76
inpatient care	76
lab tests	14
preventive care	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	77
doctor visit	240
hospital care	98
inpatient care	98
lab tests	77
preventive care	77

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	124

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	164
Black	27
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	61
Dementia	11
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2014 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

aspiration	16
diabetes management	80
diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	218
hospital care	71
image guided procedures	16
inpatient care	71
lab tests	80
minimally invasive procedures	16
minor procedures	16
neck imaging	12
preventive care	80
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	87
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	143
Black	37
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	91

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2014

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	64
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2015 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

aspiration	11
diabetes management	214
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	476
hospital care	58
image guided procedures	11
inpatient care	58
lab tests	214
minimally invasive procedures	11
minor procedures	11
preventive care	214

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	276
Female	368

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	422
Black	140
Hispanic	48
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	214
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	24
Less than 65	306

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2015

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	70
Dementia	5
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2016 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	215
doctor visit	560
hospital care	76
inpatient care	76
lab tests	215
preventive care	215

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	183
Female	227

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	292
Black	71
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	148
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	17
Less than 65	188

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	66
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2017 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

blood draw	16
diabetes management	179
doctor visit	404
hospital care	60
inpatient care	60
lab tests	179
preventive care	179

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	138
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	228
Black	60
Hispanic	15
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	126
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	16
Less than 65	137

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	68
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	69
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

blood draw	23
doctor visit	373
hospital care	102
inpatient care	102

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	149
Female	216

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	277
Black	50
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	11
Less than 65	138

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	63
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

blood draw	15
doctor visit	311
hospital care	77
inpatient care	77

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	143
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	254
Black	46
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	121

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2019

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	65
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

blood draw	12
doctor visit	276
hospital care	18
inpatient care	18

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	154

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	207
Black	26
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	116
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	11
Less than 65	99

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2020

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	62
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	244
hospital care	32
inpatient care	32

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	123
Female	151

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	211
Black	26
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	115
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	13
Less than 65	89

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2021

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	59
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	17
doctor visit	280
hospital care	28
inpatient care	28
lab tests	17
preventive care	17

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	167

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	32
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	116
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	13
Less than 65	77

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	25
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	60
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE treated as an endocrinologist in Albany, NY were preventive care, diabetes management, lab tests and inpatient care.

aspiration	13
blood draw	16
diabetes management	113
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	313
hospital care	63
image guided procedures	13
inpatient care	63
lab tests	113
minimally invasive procedures	13
minor procedures	13
neck imaging	12
preventive care	113
ultrasound (sonogram)	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE.

**Gender**
Male	129
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	46
Asian / Pacific Islander	1
Non-Hispanic White	219
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	13
Other	6

**Age**
75 to 84	41
85 and over	9
Less than 65	120
65 to 74	113

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	14
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	58
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College in 1997. He completed residency at Easton Hospital. He is certified by the Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College (1997)

Residency: Easton Hospital (2003)

Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism American Board of Internal Medicine (2006)

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Albany Medical Center

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.	$2,925 Minimed 670G System $2,627	Minimed 630G $191	Insulin pump $107
Novo Nordisk AS	$1,262 $1,262
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$381 FARXIGA $157	BYDUREON $92	$131
Novo Nordisk Inc	$162 Tresiba $32	RYBELSUS $23	Victoza $21	Saxenda $17	Levemir $15	Other $52
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$97 Strensiq $97
Other	$279 NATPARA $82	Omnipod $78	t:slim X2 Insulin Pump with Control-IQ $75	Lenvima $28	LANTUS $15

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$2,895
Food and Beverage	$2,110
Education	$101

Research Payments

Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma, MD, FACE has received 34 research payments totaling $57,514.

Biography

Dr. Vibhavasu Sharma's medical specialty is adult endocrinology. These areas are among his clinical interests: diabetes, thyroid problems, and cancer. Dr. Sharma is professionally affiliated with Albany Medical College. His education and training includes medical school at Maulana Azad Medical College and residency at Easton Hospital.