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Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD

(Catherine A. Sullivan, MD)

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Specializes in: General Practice, Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine) and Endocrinology
Boston University School of Medicine (2012)
Professional interests include: type 2 diabetes, pregnancy, type 1 diabetes (juvenile diabetes), and more.
732 HARRISON AVENUE 2ND FLOOR
Boston, MA 02118

Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD is a general practitioner in Boston, MA specializing in general practice, internal medicine (adult medicine) and endocrinology. She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 2012 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Boston University School of Medicine, EVANS MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC and INTERNAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATES-EBNHC.

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Office Locations

Address:

732 HARRISON AVENUE 2ND FLOOR
Boston, MA 02118

Address:

75 E. Newton Street
Boston, MA

Some issues Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, 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.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD treated as a general practitioner in Boston, MA were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

doctor visit 135
hospital care 176
inpatient care 176
neck imaging 13
ultrasound (sonogram) 13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD.

Gender
Male 25
Female 29
Ethnicity
Black / African American 20
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 20
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 8
Other
Age
75 to 84
85 and over
Less than 65 21
65 to 74 17

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD From 2017 - 2021

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

Hypertension 30
High Cholesterol 25
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 16
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 3
Osteoporosis 3
Heart Failure 8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 29
Atrial Fibrillation 3
Cancer 3
Dementia 5

Education & Training

Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 2012. She completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine (2012)

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals (2015)

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Boston Medical Center
Boston University School of Medicine
EVANS MEDICAL FOUNDATION INC
INTERNAL MEDICAL ASSOCIATES-EBNHC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Fallon: Senior Plan, CCA: SCO Primary Care, Tufts Health Public Plans (THPP): Unify (OneCare Plan), Tufts Health Plan: Tufts Medicare Complement, Neighbborhood: Commonwealth Choice, Neighbborhood: ACO, Aetna: QPOS, Neighbborhood: Commonwealth Care, Aetna: Medicare Advantage, Fallon: Major Medical/Health & Life Assurance Company Programs, Tufts Health Plan: Select Network HMO & PPO, Aetna: ElectChoice, Fallon: Select Care, MultiPlan (Beech Street): Medicare Advantage Private FFS Network, Cigna: HealthSource Preferred, Tufts Health Plan: GIC Limited Network Product, CCA: Inpatient Services Program, BCBSMA: Indemnity, CCA: OneCare, Aetna: Aetna Choice POS II, Fallon: Flex Care Select, BCBSMA: HMO Blue, Tufts Health Public Plans (THPP): ACO, Aetna: Managed Choice POS, Senior Whole Health: SCO, BMC Healthnet: MassHealth, Neighbborhood: CarePlus, MultiPlan (Beech Street): MA PPO Network, Tufts Health Plan: HMO, BMC Healthnet: ACO & Senior Care Options, Neighborhood PACE, Aetna: National Advantage, Senior Whole Health: Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan, MultiPlan (PPO Network Company): Primary PPO Network, HPHC: HMO, Fallon: Preferred Care, Tufts Health Public Plans (THPP): Subsidized Connector Plans, Cigna: HealthSource Preferred Managed Worker's Comp, Unicare: Commonwealth Indemnity Plan (formerly GIC), HPHC: PPO, Uphams Elder Svc Plan: PACE - Elder Service Providers, Humana, Neighbborhood: CMA, BCBSMA: Preferred Provider Arrangement, Health Plans Inc., United Healthcare: Commercial & SCO, Kaiser, Tufts Health Public Plans (THPP): Non-Subsidized Connector Plans, BMC Healthnet: Commonwealth Choice, Tufts Health Plan: Non-HMP (PPO, POS & EPO Products), Neighbborhood: MassHealth, Tufts Health Public Plans (THPP): MassHealth, Fallon: Senior Plan Preferred, Chickering Claims Administrators: Student Health Plan, Cigna: HealthSource NH, CCA: SCO, Aetna: HMO, MultiPlan (PPO Network Company): Complementary Network, Aetna: Open Choice PPO, BCBSMA: Medicare Advantage, VA Choice, BMC Healthnet: QHP, Neighbborhood: Commercial and Aetna: Aetna Select.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Catherine Ann Sullivan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Fallon: Senior Plan
CCA: SCO Primary Care
Tufts Health Public Plans (THPP): Unify (OneCare Plan)
Tufts Health Plan: Tufts Medicare Complement
Neighbborhood: Commonwealth Choice
Neighbborhood: ACO
Aetna: QPOS
Neighbborhood: Commonwealth Care
Aetna: Medicare Advantage
Fallon: Major Medical/Health & Life Assurance Company Programs
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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Novo Nordisk AS $1,231
$1,231
Abbott Laboratories $100 FreeStyle Lite system
$100
Sandoz Inc. $40
$40
Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. $24 Minimed 630G
$24
Novo Nordisk Inc $22
$22
Other $18
$18
Types of Payments
Travel and Lodging $935
Food and Beverage $378
Education $122

Biography

Dr. Catherine Sullivan's medical specialty is general practice. She attended Boston University School of Medicine and then went on to complete her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington. Her professional affiliations include Boston University School of Medicine and Boston Medical Center.

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