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Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA

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Specializes in: Wound Care and General Surgery

Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (2015)

Professional interests include: gallbladder removal surgery (cholecystectomy), hernia

1316 S Main Street
Clarion, IA 50525

(515) 532-2811

Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA is a wound care provider in Clarion, IA specializing in wound care and general surgery. She graduated from Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2015 and has 10 years of experience. Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA is affiliated with UnityPoint Health, Iowa Speciality Hospitals & Clinics, IOWA PHYSICIANS CLINIC MEDICAL FOUNDATION, Trinity Regional Medical Center and BELMOND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL.

Office Locations

Address:

1316 S Main Street
Clarion, IA 50525

Address:

403 1st Street Se
Belmond, IA 50421

Address:

804 Kenyon Road Suite 320 Fort
Fort Dodge, IA 50501

Some issues Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA can help you with:

Gallbladder Removal Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ on the right side of the upper abdomen, underneath the liver. Its purpose is to store bile, which is used to digest fat. Occasionally, the gallbladder can develop mineral stones, called gallstones. If they are large enough, gallstones can block the ducts in the gallbladder and cause swelling and infection. Gallstones can be treated with lifestyle changes and medication, but sometimes this is not enough. In these cases, it is best to remove the gallbladder before it can cause more serious problems. The surgical removal of the gallbladder is called a cholecystectomy.

Today, most gallbladder surgeries are done laparoscopically. Four tiny incisions are made in the abdomen, and small tools are inserted through these tiny incisions to perform the surgery. Because the incisions are much smaller, recovery time is much faster with this type of surgery. Patients are usually discharged from the hospital the same day. Sometimes, open surgery is used to remove a gallbladder. In this type of surgery, a cut about six inches long is made in the upper right abdomen. After the gallbladder is removed, it is sutured or stapled closed. With open surgery, patients usually stay in the hospital for two to three days to recover before they are discharged.

Gallbladder removal, like any surgery, carries some risks, such as bleeding, infection, or the development of blood clots. Doctors will tell patients how to minimize their risk for complications. After surgery, patients are advised to avoid strenuous activity for several days. They should not soak in a bath until their sutures or staples have been removed. Patients should wash hands before touching the area around the incision. It will take a couple of days until patients feel like themselves again and a few weeks until their scar has healed and faded.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	19
excision	20

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	24

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2020 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA treated as a wound care provider in Clarion, IA were hospital care, inpatient care, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) and excision.

catheterization	41
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	180
doctor visit	143
excision	142
gastrointestinal procedures	11
hospital care	183
inpatient care	183
minimally invasive procedures	11
minor procedures	32
preventive care	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2020 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA.

**Gender**
Female	2
Male	1

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	1

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA From 2020 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and depression.

Hypertension	7
High Cholesterol	4
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	3
Depression	4
Chronic Kidney Disease	4
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	2
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	4
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA graduated from Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2015. She completed residency at Geisinger Medical Center. She has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (2015)

Residency: Geisinger Medical Center

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UnityPoint Health

Iowa Speciality Hospitals & Clinics

IOWA PHYSICIANS CLINIC MEDICAL FOUNDATION

Trinity Regional Medical Center

BELMOND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ericha L. Worple, DO, MSA. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$773 Da Vinci Surgical System $773
Smith+Nephew, Inc.	$122 Oasis $122
KCI USA, Inc.	$12 PREVENA RESTOR BELLAFORM $12

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$739
Food and Beverage	$168

Biography

Dr. Ericha Worple practices general surgery and wound care in Belmond, IA, Clarion, IA, and Fort Dodge, IA. She is affiliated with UnityPoint Health. Dr. Worple's practice in Fort Dodge, IA is open to new patients as reported by UnityPoint Health. She attended Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at Geisinger Medical Center for residency.