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Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO

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Specializes in: General Surgery and Surgical Oncology (Cancer Surgery)

University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)

Professional interests include: endocrine surgery, sentinel lymph node mapping, melanoma, and more.

1819 Clinch Avenue Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37916

(865) 524-3659

Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO is a general surgeon in Knoxville, TN specializing in general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). She graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012 and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO is affiliated with Covenant Health, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and PREMIER SURGICAL ASSOCIATES PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

1819 Clinch Avenue Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37916

Some issues Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO can help you with:

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

hospital care	14
inpatient care	14

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	12

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	12
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	39
Diabetes	57
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	25
hospital care	161
inpatient care	161

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	54
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	12
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	40
Diabetes	43
Dementia	20
Cancer	22

doctor visit	17

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	13
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	50

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	58
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	59

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO treated as a general surgeon in Knoxville, TN were hospital care, inpatient care, breast procedures and cancer surgery.

breast procedures	12
cancer surgery	12
doctor visit	54
excision	12
hospital care	87
inpatient care	87

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO.

**Gender**
Male	11
Female	21

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	22
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	10
85 and over	1
Less than 65	2
65 to 74	13

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO From 2018 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	29
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	11
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	1
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	13
Dementia	2

Education & Training

Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO graduated from University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2012. She completed residency at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. She is certified by the General/Vascular Surgery and has a state license in Tennessee.

Medical School: University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (2012)

Residency: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore (2018)

Board Certification: General/Vascular Surgery

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Covenant Health

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

PREMIER SURGICAL ASSOCIATES PLLC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ana Kaye Wilson, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$150 OPDIVO $125	$25
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC	$68 KEYTRUDA $45	LYNPARZA $22
Baxter Healthcare	$54 BioSurgery - TISSEEL $54
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.	$50 GATTEX $50
Covidien LP	$44 Thrombectomy $44
Other	$269 Wakix $31	PROVENGE $26	XARACOLL $25	SPY-PHI SYSTEM $25	Seglentis $24	Other $137

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$635

Biography

Dr. Ana Wilson's areas of specialization are general surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery); she sees patients in Knoxville, TN. These areas are among Dr. Wilson's clinical interests: breast cancer, skin-sparing mastectomy, and melanoma. She is affiliated with Covenant Health. Before performing her residency at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Dr. Wilson attended the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school. She welcomes new patients at her office inKnoxville, TN as reported by Covenant Health.