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Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD

(534 Ratings)

Specializes in: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Calicut Medical College

Professional interests include: women's health issues, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and more.

1360 N Dodge Street
Iowa City, IA 52245

(319) 356-2294

Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD is an infertility specialist in Iowa City, IA specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. He graduated from Calicut Medical College. Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD is affiliated with University of Iowa and University of Iowa Health Care.

Office Locations

Address:

1360 N Dodge Street
Iowa City, IA 52245

Some issues Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD can help you with:

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

Weight gain
Acne
Facial or body hair
Thinning head hair
Missing or irregular periods
Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

pelvic imaging	93
ultrasound (sonogram)	93
women's imaging	80

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

pelvic imaging	56
ultrasound (sonogram)	56
women's imaging	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	56
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

pelvic imaging	90
ultrasound (sonogram)	90
women's imaging	75

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	73
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

pelvic imaging	63
ultrasound (sonogram)	63
women's imaging	64

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD treated as an infertility specialist in Iowa City, IA were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and women's imaging.

pelvic imaging	76
ultrasound (sonogram)	76
women's imaging	69

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	12
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	10

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD From 2017 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	17
High Cholesterol	12
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	6
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	8
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD graduated from Calicut Medical College. He has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: Calicut Medical College

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Iowa

University of Iowa Health Care

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.78 out of 5 stars based on 534 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Abey Eapen, FCRI, MBBS, PhD from all over the web to help you find the right in Iowa City, IA.

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Biography

Dr. Abey Eapen is an Iowa City, IA physician who specializes in reproductive endocrinology and infertility. He studied medicine at Calicut Medical College. His areas of expertise include the following: hysterosalpingography, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and infertility. Dr. Eapen has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Dr. Eapen speaks Malayalam. He is affiliated with the University of Iowa Health Care.