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Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

Professional interests include: pituitary disorders, gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), endocrine diseases (hormone disorders), and more.

375 Wampanoag Trail Suite 202b
Riverside, RI 02915

(401) 649-4090

Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD is an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD is affiliated with Brown Medicine, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Brown Physicians Incorporated, Rhode Island Hospital (RIH) and Providence Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Office Locations

Providence Veterans Affairs Medical Center

375 Wampanoag Trail Suite 202b
East Providence, RI 02915

(401) 649-4090

(401) 649-4091

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375 Wampanoag Trail Suite 202b
Riverside, RI 02915

(401) 649-4090

(401) 649-4091

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Some issues Dr. Vicky Cheng, 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. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	351
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	555
hospital care	34
inpatient care	34

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	109
Female	287

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	280
Black	37
Hispanic	60
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	28
Less than 65	154

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	68
Dementia	11
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	411

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	241

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	208
Black	34
Hispanic	55
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	53
85 and over	20
Less than 65	119

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	65
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	526
hospital care	74
inpatient care	74

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	234
Female	622

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	578
Black	92
Hispanic	162
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	326
From 75 to 84	162
85 and over	52
Less than 65	316

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	65
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	552
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	270

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	242
Black	42
Hispanic	67
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	22
Less than 65	122

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	62
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	34
doctor visit	397
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
lab tests	34
preventive care	34

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	212
Black	27
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	130
From 75 to 84	63
85 and over	20
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	61
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	12
diabetes management	104
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	383
hospital care	121
image guided procedures	12
inpatient care	121
lab tests	104
minimally invasive procedures	12
minor procedures	12
preventive care	104

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	170

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	197
Black	0
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	115
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	12
Less than 65	57

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	58
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2019 were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	127
doctor visit	505
hospital care	104
inpatient care	104
lab tests	127
preventive care	127

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	205

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	253
Black	23
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	145
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	19
Less than 65	57

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	52
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	87
doctor visit	406
hospital care	115
inpatient care	115
lab tests	87
preventive care	87

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	180

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	224
Black	16
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	139
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	11
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2020

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	50
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	61
doctor visit	372
hospital care	113
inpatient care	113
lab tests	61
preventive care	61

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	219
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	122
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	18
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2021

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	53
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	41
doctor visit	339
hospital care	80
inpatient care	80
lab tests	41
preventive care	41

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	176

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	17
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	30
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	51
Dementia	6
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD treated as an endocrinologist in East Providence, RI were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and hospital care.

aspiration	12
diabetes management	75
diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	436
hospital care	71
image guided procedures	12
inpatient care	71
lab tests	75
minimally invasive procedures	12
minor procedures	12
preventive care	75

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	229

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	25
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	238
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	41
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	72
85 and over	19
Less than 65	92
65 to 74	137

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

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

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	53
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. She completed residency at Yale University Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Rhode Island.

Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

Residency: Yale University Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: Rhode Island

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Vicky Cheng, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Brown Medicine

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Brown Physicians Incorporated

Rhode Island Hospital (RIH)

Providence Veterans Affairs Medical Center

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$121 JARDIANCE $121

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$121

Biography

Dr. Vicky Cheng specializes in adult endocrinology and practices in Riverside, RI and East Providence, RI. Areas of expertise for Dr. Cheng include gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy), thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Brown Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital (RIH), and Brown Physicians Incorporated. According to Brown Physicians Incorporated, Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients at her office in East Providence, RI. Dr. Cheng's education and training includes medical school at the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and residency at a hospital affiliated with Yale University.