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Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD

(Dr. David Eric Demik, PHARM.D.)

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Specializes in: Adult Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine

Professional interests include: reconstructive surgery, total joint replacement, partial knee replacement, and more.

202 10th Street Se Pci Medical Pavilion 1
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

(319) 398-1545

Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD is an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA specializing in adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD is affiliated with UnityPoint Health, Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, P.C., St. Luke's Hospital, PHYSICIANS' CLINIC OF IOWA, PC and PROGRESSIVE REHABILITATION ASSOCIATES LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

202 10th Street Se Pci Medical Pavilion 1
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Some issues Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD can help you with:

Hip Replacement

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.

The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:

Partial hip replacement, which is generally recommended in the case of hip fractures or other hip injuries. If a patient is having a partial hip replacement, only the hip ball will be replaced.
Total hip replacement, which is often used to treat the hip joint when it has become damaged due to arthritis. Both the hip socket and hip ball are replaced.
Hip resurfacing, which is usually performed for younger patients. A hip resurfacing procedure reshapes the hip ball and only replaces its surface. This preserves more bone and makes future surgeries easier. If a patient is having a partial hip resurfacing, only the hip ball is resurfaced and replaced. If a patient is having a total hip resurfacing, the hip socket will be replaced as well.

During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.

Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.

Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)

Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.

Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.

After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	63
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	48
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2022 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD treated as an orthopedic reconstructive surgeon in Cedar Rapids, IA were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

joint surgery	61
lower extremity surgery	61
reconstructive surgery	61

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2022 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD.

**Gender**
Male	2
Female	5

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	6
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	4

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD From 2022 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	6
High Cholesterol	7
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	2
Depression	2
Chronic Kidney Disease	2
Asthma	1
Osteoporosis	1
Heart Failure	1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	1
Diabetes	2
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Cancer	1
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD graduated from University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. He has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine

Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UnityPoint Health

Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, P.C.

St. Luke's Hospital

PHYSICIANS' CLINIC OF IOWA, PC

PROGRESSIVE REHABILITATION ASSOCIATES LLC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David E. Demik, MD, PharmD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Smith+Nephew, Inc.	$5,637 REDAPT $302	POLARSTEM $192	REAL INTELLIGENCE $143	$5,000
Stryker Corporation	$1,110 Mako $720	RESTORATION $112	TRIATHLON $104	TRIDENT $66	ACCOLADE $39	Other $69
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc.	$685 ROSA $286	Persona $280	Arcos $119
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.	$198 ATTUNE $14	$184
Davol Inc.	$121 $121
Other	$86 GMK Sphere $86

**Types of Payments**
Education	$5,000
Food and Beverage	$2,838

Biography

Dr. David Demik is a specialist in adult orthopedic reconstructive surgery. He works in Cedar Rapids, IA. His clinical interests include knee problems, hip replacement, and revision knee arthroplasty. Dr. Demik graduated from the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine. He is professionally affiliated with UnityPoint Health, Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, P.C., and St. Luke's Hospital.