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Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD

Accepting New Patients

(58 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

3303 Sw Bond Avenue Suite 6d
Portland, OR 97239

(503) 494-4373

Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD is a gastroenterologist in Portland, OR specializing in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD is affiliated with OHSU Healthcare, GASTROENTEROLOGY CONSULTANTS PC, OHSU Digestive Health Center, South Waterfront and OREGON HEALTH AND SCIENCES UNIVERSITY/UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP.

Office Locations

Address:

3303 Sw Bond Avenue Suite 6d
Portland, OR 97239

Address:

3485 S. Bond Avenue
Portland, OR 97239

Some issues Dr. Fouad Otaki, 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.

doctor visit	44

**Gender**
Male	47
Female	52

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	25
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

balloon dilation	23
diagnostic procedures	175
doctor visit	40
esophageal dilation	23
gastrointestinal procedures	248
hospital care	10
inpatient care	10
manometry	22
minimally invasive procedures	228
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	175

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	145

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	243
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	113
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	14
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	28
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

balloon dilation	20
diagnostic procedures	131
doctor visit	26
esophageal dilation	20
gastrointestinal procedures	224
manometry	40
minimally invasive procedures	171
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	131

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	159

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	239
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	131
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	28
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

balloon dilation	25
diagnostic procedures	54
doctor visit	31
esophageal dilation	25
gastrointestinal procedures	132
manometry	34
minimally invasive procedures	78
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	54

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	167
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

balloon dilation	38
diagnostic procedures	201
doctor visit	38
esophageal dilation	38
gastrointestinal procedures	421
manometry	96
minimally invasive procedures	250
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	201

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Portland, OR were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

balloon dilation	26
diagnostic procedures	141
doctor visit	39
esophageal dilation	26
gastrointestinal procedures	258
hospital care	10
inpatient care	10
manometry	48
minimally invasive procedures	182
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	141

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	46

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	64
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	1
75 to 84	20
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	39

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD From 2017 - 2021

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

Hypertension	22
High Cholesterol	15
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	2
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	10
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Dementia	2
Cancer	4

Education & Training

He completed residency at Stamford Hospital, Connecticut. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Gastroenterology and has a state license in Oregon.

Residency: Stamford Hospital, Connecticut (2013)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Gastroenterology (2013)

Licensed In: Oregon

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

OHSU Healthcare

GASTROENTEROLOGY CONSULTANTS PC

OHSU Digestive Health Center, South Waterfront

OREGON HEALTH AND SCIENCES UNIVERSITY/UNIVERSITY MEDICAL GROUP

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 58 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Fouad Otaki, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Portland, OR.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Gilead Sciences Inc	$219 Harvoni $117	$102
AbbVie, Inc.	$108 Humira $108

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$327

Biography

Dr. Fouad Otaki specializes in adult gastroenterology. He trained at Stamford Hospital, Connecticut for his residency. In his practice, he is particularly interested in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders). Patients rated Dr. Otaki highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Otaki is professionally affiliated with OHSU Healthcare. According to OHSU Healthcare, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Portland, OR.