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Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC

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Specializes in: Otology and Neurotology
University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Professional interests include: women's health issues, cancer, musculoskeletal problems, and more.
111 Colchester Avenue Main Campus, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401

Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC is an otologist and neurotologist in Burlington, VT specializing in otology and neurotology. He graduated from University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC is affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) and UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER INC.

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Office Locations

Address:

111 Colchester Avenue Main Campus, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401

Some issues Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC can help you with:

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC treated as an otologist and neurotologist in Burlington, VT were ear procedures, debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue) 34
doctor visit 412
ear procedures 105
implant surgery 10
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 29
minimally invasive procedures 29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC.

Gender
Male 54
Female 64
Ethnicity
Black / African American
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 107
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
85 and over 11
75 to 84 33
Less than 65 21
65 to 74 50

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC From 2017 - 2021

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

Hypertension 20
High Cholesterol 17
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 11
Depression 7
Chronic Kidney Disease 7
Asthma 2
Osteoporosis 2
Heart Failure 3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 7
Atrial Fibrillation 3
Dementia 2
Cancer 3

Education & Training

Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC graduated from University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. He completed residency at University of Alberta Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Board American Board of Otolaryngology- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

Residency: University of Alberta Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Board American Board of Otolaryngology- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Vermont Health Network
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH)
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC appears to accept the following insurance providers: MagnaCare, CIGNA Lifesource, Great-West Healthcare, Fidelis Care, Medicare Advantage, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Community Care Network (CCN), United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Delta Dental, Cigna, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), CHAMPVA, Anthem, MVP Health Care, First Health, UnitedHealthcare, The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP), Vermont Blue Advantage, St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare), Workers' Comp (VT and NY), Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN), Zelis/Stratose, Optum Rx, Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP), EBPA, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental).

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. George Kurien, MD, FRCSC accepts the following insurance providers:

MagnaCare
CIGNA Lifesource
Great-West Healthcare
Fidelis Care
Medicare Advantage
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
Community Care Network (CCN)
United Healthcare
Aetna
TRICARE
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Biography

Dr. George Kurien is an otology and neurotology specialist in Burlington, VT. Dr. Kurien's areas of expertise include the following: cancer, women's health issues, and imaging procedures. He is professionally affiliated with Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Kurien accepts. Before completing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Alberta, Dr. Kurien attended medical school at the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry.

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