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Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology and Bariatric Medicine

Professional interests include: acid reflux (GERD), colonoscopy with polypectomy, hepatitis, and more.

2115 S. Fremont Avenue Suite 3300
Springfield, MO 65804

(417) 820-5200

Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, MO specializing in adult gastroenterology and bariatric medicine. Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD is affiliated with Mercy Health System, Carroll County Memorial Hospital, HCA Midwest Physicians, AdventHealth, University of Missouri Health Care, KANSAS CITY GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY PHYSICIANS GROUP LLC, THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI, Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute Research Medical Center Menorah Medical Center, FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS MEDICAL GROUP SC, LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTERS and MERCY CLINIC SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITIES.

Office Locations

Address:

1 Hospital Drive
Columbia, MO 65212

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101 S. Fairview Road
Columbia, MO 65203

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1502 N Jefferson Street
Carrollton, MO 64633

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2115 S. Fremont Avenue Suite 3300
Springfield, MO 65804

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5100 West 110th Street Suite 120
Overland Park, KS 66211

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6675 Holmes Road Suite 430
Kansas City, MO 64131

Some issues Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD can help you with:

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

Intestinal ulcers
Polyps
Bowel cancer
An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

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.

doctor visit	15
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	90
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	26
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	37
Dementia	28
Cancer	31

**Gender**
Male	13
Female	19

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	11
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	38
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

anastomosis	16
aspiration	24
catheterization	16
diagnostic procedures	145
doctor visit	68
gastrointestinal procedures	259
hospital care	1031
image guided procedures	24
inpatient care	1031
minimally invasive procedures	259
minor procedures	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	144
stent placement (stenting)	10
ultrasound (sonogram)	46

**Gender**
Male	217
Female	325

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	429
Black	93
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	187
From 75 to 84	134
85 and over	108
Less than 65	113

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	44
Dementia	34
Cancer	17

anastomosis	14
aspiration	62
catheterization	14
diagnostic procedures	246
doctor visit	142
foreign body removal	11
gastrointestinal procedures	484
hospital care	1102
image guided procedures	62
inpatient care	1102
minimally invasive procedures	484
minor procedures	62
preventive care	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	245
stent placement (stenting)	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	127

**Gender**
Male	371
Female	443

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	644
Black	135
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	316
From 75 to 84	207
85 and over	137
Less than 65	154

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	44
Dementia	29
Cancer	19

anastomosis	12
aspiration	44
catheterization	12
diagnostic procedures	138
doctor visit	66
gastrointestinal procedures	272
hospital care	623
image guided procedures	44
inpatient care	623
minimally invasive procedures	272
minor procedures	44
preventive care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	150
stent placement (stenting)	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	70

**Gender**
Male	286
Female	301

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	469
Black	85
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	237
From 75 to 84	157
85 and over	78
Less than 65	115

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	42
Dementia	25
Cancer	17

anastomosis	12
aspiration	89
catheterization	12
diagnostic procedures	311
doctor visit	11
gastrointestinal procedures	611
hospital care	665
image guided procedures	89
inpatient care	665
minimally invasive procedures	611
minor procedures	89
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	351
stent placement (stenting)	44
ultrasound (sonogram)	170

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Columbia, MO were inpatient care, hospital care, gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

anastomosis	13
aspiration	54
catheterization	13
diagnostic procedures	210
doctor visit	62
foreign body removal	11
gastrointestinal procedures	408
hospital care	692
image guided procedures	54
inpatient care	692
minimally invasive procedures	408
minor procedures	54
preventive care	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	223
stent placement (stenting)	22
ultrasound (sonogram)	103

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	118

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	31
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	164
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	2
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	54
85 and over	34
Less than 65	41
65 to 74	80

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	8
Dementia	11

Education & Training

He completed residency at Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Obesity Medicine: American Board of Obesity MedicineABOM and has a state license in Missouri.

Residency: Wayne State University Affiliated Hospitals (2016)

Board Certification: Obesity Medicine: American Board of Obesity MedicineABOM

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ahmed Baqer Saeed, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mercy Health System

Carroll County Memorial Hospital

HCA Midwest Physicians

AdventHealth

University of Missouri Health Care

KANSAS CITY GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY PHYSICIANS GROUP LLC

THE CURATORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI

Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute Research Medical Center Menorah Medical Center

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS MEDICAL GROUP SC

LESTER E COX MEDICAL CENTERS

MERCY CLINIC SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITIES

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$28,509 AXIOS $12,845	Resolution 360 Clip $7,392	ORISE $1,071	Autotome RX 49 $709	General - Biliary Devices $707	Other $5,785
Olympus Corporation of the Americas	$23,382 Olympus $11,736	Long Clip $6,497	Olympus EndoTherapy Accessories $1,889	Olympus Hemostasis Devices $929	DISPOSABLE DISTAL ATTACHMENT $774	Other $1,558
Olympus America Inc.	$14,264 EndoClot SIS $5,509	EndoClot PHS $4,200	EVIS EXERA lll COLONOVIDEOSCOPE $3,427	Single Use Electrosurgical Knife KD-655 $687	VISIGLIDE $166	Other $276
Endogastric Solutions, Inc	$11,350 EsophyX $11,350
Medtronic, Inc.	$8,478 GI GENIUS $2,409	ENDOFLIP $377	ProdiGI $187	Bravo $40	Beacon $38	Other $5,427
Other	$5,525 Overstitch $938	Humira $197	ENDOFLIP $186	FOUNDATIONONE LIQUID $173	STELARA $167	Other $3,865

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$24,800
Consulting Fee	$23,387
Education	$17,967
Travel and Lodging	$16,834
Food and Beverage	$8,522

Biography

Dr. Ahmed Saeed is a bariatric medicine and adult gastroenterology specialist. He trained at Henry Ford Hospital for his residency. Dr. Saeed is affiliated with AdventHealth, Carroll County Memorial Hospital, and the University of Missouri Health Care. His practice in is open to new patients as reported by University of Missouri Health Care.