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Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (1995)
Professional interests include: benign tumor, excision, sleep apnea, and more.
50 Moisey Drive Suite 202
Hazle Township, PA 18202

Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO is an otolaryngologist in Hazle Township, PA specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995 and has 29 years of experience. Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network and HAZLETON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.

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Office Locations

Address:

50 Moisey Drive Suite 202
Hazle Township, PA 18202

Some issues Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO can help you with:

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure performed to remove a small sample of cells for testing. The cells are examined in a laboratory to check for disease, or sometimes to see how badly a known disease is affecting them. Biopsy can be performed on any part of the body.

Although biopsy is most often associated with cancer, it can also be used to check for other diseases, such as infections. A biopsy sample can be scraped, cut, collected with a needle, taken with a machine that punches out a tiny piece, or removed with the tiny tools in an endoscope.

In most cases, a biopsy is a simple outpatient procedure. Depending on the procedure, patients may need to stop taking certain medications beforehand, such as blood thinners. It is important for patients to tell doctors if they are pregnant, as certain biopsies require the use of x-rays to guide the needle to the right location. There is usually very little pain associated with a biopsy. Patients will have to wait a few days to hear the results.

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.

Tracheostomy

Tracheostomy or tracheotomy is a surgical procedure to open an airway in a blocked trachea, or windpipe. A small hole is created in the neck, and a tube is often inserted into the hole to provide support and drainage. The patient can breathe through the hole that is created.

Tracheostomy is performed for a variety of reasons when a bypass to the normal airway is needed. A patient may have an object lodged in their throat or have an injury that damaged their windpipe. They may have cancer or a swelling in their throat that stops air from moving freely. Sometimes tracheostomy is performed to make breathing easier when patients are paralyzed or have trouble coming off a ventilator.

A tracheostomy can be temporary or permanent. A temporary tracheostomy tends to heal over easily when the tube is removed, leaving a small scar. A permanent tracheostomy can make speech difficult at first. It takes time to learn how to use the throat and air in a new way.

Tracheostomy is a fairly simple procedure, but it can make all the difference in a life or death situation.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO treated as an otolaryngologist in Hazle Township, PA were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 29
diagnostic procedures 165
doctor visit 721
ear procedures 329
excision 29
gynecologic procedures 29
hospital care 50
immunotherapy 148
injections 148
inpatient care 48
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 158
minimally invasive procedures 173
minor procedures 14
neck imaging 23
nose surgery 29
nosebleed treatment 19
outpatient care 10
plastic surgery procedures 13
reconstructive surgery 13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 29
tissue transfer 13
ultrasound (sonogram) 23
wound repair (e.g. stitches) 13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO.

Gender
Male 200
Female 327
Ethnicity
Black / African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 495
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 14
Other
Age
75 to 84 163
85 and over 102
Less than 65 75
65 to 74 186

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 8
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 26
Atrial Fibrillation 11
Cancer 8
Dementia 10

Education & Training

Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995. He completed residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otorhinolaryngology - Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Publications & Clinical Trials View Clinical Trials View Scholarly Works and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (1995)

Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (1997)

Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otorhinolaryngology - Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Publications & Clinical Trials View Clinical Trials View Scholarly Works

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Lehigh Valley Health Network
HAZLETON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.54 out of 5 stars based on 1468 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Darren Joseph Hohn, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Hazle Township, PA. 

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. $160 Inspire
$160
Ethicon US, LLC $57 VISTASEAL
$34 		SURGICEL Family of Absorbable Hemostats
$22
Acclarent, Inc $50 ACCLARENT AERA Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System
$50
Medtronic, Inc. $34 BiZact
$21 		Propel
$13
Aerin Medical Inc. $33 RHINAER STYLUS
$33
Other $97 Propel
$25 		ACCLARENT SE Inflation Device
$23 		XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System
$17 		Xhance
$16
$15
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $431

Biography

Dr. Darren Hohn is a specialist in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) in Hazle Township, PA. He is a graduate of Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Hohn completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is professionally affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network. Lehigh Valley Health Network reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Hazle Township, PA.

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