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Dr Frank M. Parker, DO

Accepting New Patients

(24 Ratings)

Specializes in: Vascular Surgery

University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine (1992)

Professional interests include: abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), stroke, peripheral artery disease (PAD), and more.

115 HEART DRIVE
Greenville, NC 27834

(252) 744-4400

Dr Frank M. Parker, DO is a vascular surgeon in Greenville, NC specializing in vascular surgery. He graduated from University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992 and has 33 years of experience. Dr Frank M. Parker, DO is affiliated with East Carolina University and VIDANT MEDICAL GROUP LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

115 HEART DRIVE
Greenville, NC 27834

Address:

2100 STANTONSBURG ROAD
Greenville, NC 27834

Some issues Dr Frank M. Parker, DO can help you with:

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

abdominal imaging	84
angioplasty	10
blood draw	24
doctor visit	219
endarterectomy	15
hospital care	53
inpatient care	53
lab tests	313
minimally invasive procedures	9
neck surgery	15
pelvic imaging	84
ultrasound (sonogram)	391
vascular procedures	682

**Gender**
Male	359
Female	289

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	449
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	264
From 75 to 84	198
85 and over	57
Less than 65	129

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	65
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	47
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

abdominal imaging	182
amputation	20
angioplasty	33
blood draw	55
bypass surgery	10
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	11
doctor visit	352
endarterectomy	20
excision	11
hospital care	175
inpatient care	175
lab tests	509
lower extremity surgery	30
minimally invasive procedures	46
neck surgery	20
pelvic imaging	182
ultrasound (sonogram)	656
vascular procedures	1218

**Gender**
Male	586
Female	485

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	743
Black	314
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	449
From 75 to 84	335
85 and over	90
Less than 65	197

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	62
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	48
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

abdominal imaging	151
amputation	25
angioplasty	46
blood draw	65
doctor visit	377
embolectomy	11
endarterectomy	16
hospital care	130
inpatient care	130
lab tests	535
lower extremity surgery	24
minimally invasive procedures	45
neck surgery	16
open surgery	11
pelvic imaging	151
thrombectomy (blood clot removal)	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	569
vascular procedures	1043

**Gender**
Male	980
Female	876

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1248
Black	580
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	718
From 75 to 84	518
85 and over	228
Less than 65	392

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	61
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	51
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	49
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

abdominal imaging	87
angioplasty	11
blood draw	54
doctor visit	221
hospital care	64
inpatient care	64
lab tests	127
minimally invasive procedures	10
pelvic imaging	87
ultrasound (sonogram)	337
vascular procedures	543

**Gender**
Male	338
Female	262

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	421
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	237
From 75 to 84	202
85 and over	53
Less than 65	108

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	63
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	50
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

abdominal imaging	101
angioplasty	11
blood draw	37
doctor visit	300
hospital care	49
inpatient care	49
lab tests	83
minimally invasive procedures	10
pelvic imaging	101
ultrasound (sonogram)	343
vascular procedures	604

**Gender**
Male	333
Female	281

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	410
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	241
From 75 to 84	184
85 and over	82
Less than 65	107

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	63
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	52
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

abdominal imaging	96
angioplasty	17
blood draw	53
doctor visit	255
hospital care	82
inpatient care	82
lab tests	117
minimally invasive procedures	16
pelvic imaging	96
ultrasound (sonogram)	391
vascular procedures	707

**Gender**
Male	388
Female	288

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	463
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	267
From 75 to 84	212
85 and over	61
Less than 65	136

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	67
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	54
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

abdominal imaging	90
angioplasty	12
blood draw	16
doctor visit	240
hospital care	57
inpatient care	57
lab tests	24
minimally invasive procedures	11
pelvic imaging	90
ultrasound (sonogram)	347
vascular procedures	579

**Gender**
Male	291
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	369
Black	166
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	225
From 75 to 84	188
85 and over	48
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	66
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	50
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

abdominal imaging	107
doctor visit	302
hospital care	38
inpatient care	38
pelvic imaging	107
ultrasound (sonogram)	410
vascular procedures	646

**Gender**
Male	388
Female	261

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	442
Black	194
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	267
From 75 to 84	238
85 and over	58
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	65
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	59
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	53
Dementia	13
Cancer	13

abdominal imaging	217
amputation	11
angioplasty	10
blood draw	28
diabetes management	10
dialysis access procedures	10
doctor visit	641
hospital care	70
inpatient care	70
lab tests	66
lower extremity surgery	10
minimally invasive procedures	9
pelvic imaging	217
preventive care	10
ultrasound (sonogram)	706
vascular procedures	1154

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr Frank M. Parker, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr Frank M. Parker, DO treated as a vascular surgeon in Greenville, NC were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), lab tests and pelvic imaging.

abdominal imaging	123
amputation	18
angioplasty	19
blood draw	41
bypass surgery	10
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	11
diabetes management	10
dialysis access procedures	10
doctor visit	323
embolectomy	11
endarterectomy	17
excision	11
hospital care	79
inpatient care	79
lab tests	224
lower extremity surgery	22
minimally invasive procedures	21
neck surgery	17
open surgery	11
pelvic imaging	123
preventive care	10
thrombectomy (blood clot removal)	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	463
vascular procedures	806

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr Frank M. Parker, DO.

**Gender**
Female	299
Male	366

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	125
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	454
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	67
75 to 84	207
Less than 65	124
65 to 74	266

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr Frank M. Parker, DO From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr Frank M. Parker, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	40
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Cancer	9
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr Frank M. Parker, DO graduated from University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992. He completed residency at East Carolina University Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: University of New England, College of Osteopathic Medicine (1992)

Residency: East Carolina University Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr Frank M. Parker, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

East Carolina University

VIDANT MEDICAL GROUP LLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr Frank M. Parker, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.71 out of 5 stars based on 24 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr Frank M. Parker, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Greenville, NC.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-04-30