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Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO

(105 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

1919 Lincoln Way #415
Coeur D'Alene, ID 83814

(208) 625-4595

Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO is a gastroenterologist in Coeur D'Alene, ID specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO is affiliated with Kootenai Health, KOOTENAI HEALTH and Kootenai Clinic - Gastroenterology.

Office Locations

Address:

1919 Lincoln Way #415
Coeur D'Alene, ID 83814

Some issues Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO can help you with:

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.

diagnostic procedures	34
doctor visit	66
gastrointestinal procedures	24
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17
minimally invasive procedures	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	34

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	40

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	35
Dementia	15
Cancer	15

diagnostic procedures	178
doctor visit	411
gastrointestinal procedures	233
hospital care	169
inpatient care	169
minimally invasive procedures	233
preventive care	49
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	178

**Gender**
Male	148
Female	191

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	316
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	87
85 and over	43
Less than 65	66

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	32
Dementia	16
Cancer	11

diagnostic procedures	224
doctor visit	371
gastrointestinal procedures	280
hospital care	181
inpatient care	181
minimally invasive procedures	280
preventive care	46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	224

**Gender**
Male	189
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	358
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	191
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	30
Less than 65	73

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	35
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	239
doctor visit	93
gastrointestinal procedures	300
hospital care	127
inpatient care	127
minimally invasive procedures	300
preventive care	50
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	239

**Gender**
Male	169
Female	196

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	331
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	196
From 75 to 84	85
85 and over	23
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	34
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO treated as a gastroenterologist in Coeur D'Alene, ID were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

balloon dilation	37
diagnostic procedures	293
doctor visit	221
esophageal dilation	68
gastrointestinal procedures	398
hospital care	126
injections	42
inpatient care	126
minimally invasive procedures	398
preventive care	69
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	293
stent placement (stenting)	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	63

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	100
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	29
85 and over	9
Less than 65	20
65 to 74	56

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO From 2017 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	28
High Cholesterol	24
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	11
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	1
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	13
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Cancer	5
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO graduated from A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed residency at Botsford Hospital. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in Idaho.

Medical School: A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency: Botsford Hospital

Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Idaho

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Kootenai Health

KOOTENAI HEALTH

Kootenai Clinic - Gastroenterology

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 105 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Christopher Michael Wood, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Coeur D'Alene, ID.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$765 Humira $310	Creon $133	Viekira $111	Moderiba $14	Lupron $14	Other $182
Apollo Endosurgery US Inc	$551 Orbera $551
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd	$466 APRISO $126	Uceris $125	XIFAXAN - 550MG $121	XIFAXAN 550 MG TABLETS $52	Zegerid $16	Other $26
AbbVie Inc.	$333 Rinvoq $185	Skyrizi $109	LINZESS $20	Creon $19
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$284 SIMPONI $179	STELARA $105
Other	$2,142 ENTYVIO $176	Viread $122	ACTHAR $115	ZEPATIER $104	Harvoni $104	Other $1,521

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$3,892
Travel and Lodging	$551
Education	$99

Biography

Dr. Christopher Wood is a Coeur D'alene, ID physician who specializes in adult gastroenterology. He is professionally affiliated with Kootenai Health.