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Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD

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Specializes in: General Surgery

Indiana University School of Medicine (2007)

Professional interests include: colorectal problems, abdominal surgery, acid reflux (GERD), and more.

1802 Braeburn Drive Suite 1c20
Salem, VA 24153

(540) 772-3620

Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD is a general surgeon in Salem, VA specializing in general surgery. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2007 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD is affiliated with LewisGale Medical Center, HCA Virginia and LEWIS GALE PHYSICIANS LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

1802 Braeburn Drive Suite 1c20
Salem, VA 24153

Some issues Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD 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.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

hospital care	25
inpatient care	26

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	22

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	38
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	58
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

catheterization	47
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	186
gastrointestinal procedures	10
hospital care	343
inpatient care	330
minimally invasive procedures	11
outpatient care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13

**Gender**
Male	191
Female	162

**Age**
From 65 to 74	107
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	31
Less than 65	137

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	55
Diabetes	53
Dementia	20
Cancer	17

catheterization	34
doctor visit	166
gastrointestinal procedures	8
hospital care	255
inpatient care	256
minimally invasive procedures	9

**Gender**
Male	322
Female	286

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	586
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	162
From 75 to 84	122
85 and over	58
Less than 65	266

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	63
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	27
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	53
Diabetes	50
Dementia	25
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	155
gastrointestinal procedures	13
hospital care	132
inpatient care	107
minimally invasive procedures	14
outpatient care	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	132

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	56
85 and over	14
Less than 65	83

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	58
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	60
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	60
Diabetes	51
Dementia	24
Cancer	16

doctor visit	11
hospital care	38
inpatient care	39

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	48

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	15
Less than 65	14

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	42
Dementia	13
Cancer	19

doctor visit	167
hospital care	129
inpatient care	130

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	184
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	25
Less than 65	37

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	41
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

doctor visit	166
hospital care	154
inpatient care	155

**Gender**
Male	119
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	206
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	38
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	44
Dementia	15
Cancer	25

abdominal surgery	9
doctor visit	131
gastrointestinal procedures	7
hospital care	126
inpatient care	127
open surgery	10

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	183
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	30
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Dementia	13
Cancer	22

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD treated as a general surgeon in Salem, VA were hospital care, inpatient care, catheterization and outpatient care.

abdominal surgery	10
catheterization	41
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	157
gastrointestinal procedures	12
hospital care	147
inpatient care	143
minimally invasive procedures	12
open surgery	10
outpatient care	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD.

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	119
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	48
85 and over	21
Less than 65	62
65 to 74	66

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	12
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	35
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Cancer	12
Dementia	12

Education & Training

Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2007. He completed residency at Saint John Hospital. He has a state license in Virginia.

Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (2007)

Residency: Saint John Hospital

Licensed In: Virginia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Dominique Dempah, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

LewisGale Medical Center

HCA Virginia

LEWIS GALE PHYSICIANS LLC

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$9,906 Da Vinci Surgical System $9,906
Medical Device Business Services, Inc.	$2,801 CERTUS 140 MICROWAVE ABLATION SYSTEM $1,282	HARMONIC Product Family $1,137	ECHELON FLEX Stapler $381
Davol Inc.	$1,563 SURGICAL $1,309	3DMAX $129	DAV-Phasix $90	Phasix Mesh $35
Ethicon US, LLC	$554 VISTASEAL $242	EVICEL $115	CERTUS 140 MICROWAVE ABLATION SYSTEM $84	LINX Reflux Management System $82	SURGICEL Family of Absorbable Hemostats $22	Other $9
Endogastric Solutions, Inc	$265 EsophyX $265
Other	$771 Creon $145	PINPOINT $101	Kerecis Omega3 SurgiClose $72	ENTRE $56	AQUACEL AG $43	Other $353

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$9,239
Food and Beverage	$3,585
Education	$3,000
Gift	$35

Biography

Dr. Dominique Dempah sees patients in Salem, VA. His medical specialty is general surgery. Dr. Dempah is professionally affiliated with HCA Virginia. He studied medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine.