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Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP

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Specializes in: Family Medicine and Gastroenterology (Digestive System)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

100 Stoops Drive Suite 320
Monongahela, PA 15063

(724) 565-5164

Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP is a nurse in Monongahela, PA specializing in family medicine and gastroenterology (digestive system). Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP is affiliated with Penn Highlands Healthcare and PITTSBURGH GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES.

Office Locations

Address:

100 Stoops Drive Suite 320
Monongahela, PA 15063

Address:

1350 Locust Street Suite 406
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Some issues Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP 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.

hospital care	97
inpatient care	97

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	56

**Age**
From 65 to 74	24
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	32
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	33
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	28
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	31
Dementia	29
Cancer	22

hospital care	90
inpatient care	90

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	57

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	20
85 and over	30
Less than 65	13

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	26
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	32
Dementia	27
Cancer	17

doctor visit	88
hospital care	98
inpatient care	98

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	113

**Age**
From 65 to 74	86
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	37
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	29
Dementia	16
Cancer	14

doctor visit	74
hospital care	34
inpatient care	34

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	106
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	18
Less than 65	13

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	22
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

doctor visit	70
hospital care	67
inpatient care	67

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	112

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	28
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

doctor visit	367
hospital care	85
inpatient care	85

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP treated as a nurse in Monongahela, PA were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	151
hospital care	78
inpatient care	78

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	40

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	10
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	14
75 to 84	13
Less than 65	6
65 to 74	28

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	30
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	14
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Dementia	9
Cancer	7

Education & Training

He has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Penn Highlands Healthcare

PITTSBURGH GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Celgene Corporation	$139 ZEPOSIA $139
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$136 STELARA $136
AbbVie Inc.	$133 LINZESS $99	Rinvoq $34
GENZYME CORPORATION	$89 DUPIXENT $89
Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$76 XIFAXAN $76
Other	$52 REBYOTA $20	ZENPEP $17	IBSRELA $15

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$624

Biography

Dr. David Folk specializes in family medicine and gastroenterology (digestive system) and practices in Pittsburgh, PA and Monongahela, PA. Clinical interests for Dr. Folk include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders). Dr. Folk is affiliated with Penn Highlands Healthcare.

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Lee Folk, DNP, CRNP From 2016 - 2021

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