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Specializes in: Anatomic Pathology

Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

1 Gustave L Levy Place Annenberg 15-38a
New York, NY 10029

(212) 241-2107

Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS is an anatomic pathologist in New York, NY specializing in anatomic pathology. She graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, ColumbiaDoctors, TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK and NewYork-Presbyterian / Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

Office Locations

Address:

1 Gustave L Levy Place Annenberg 15-38a
New York, NY 10029

Address:

622 West 168th Street
New York, NY 10032

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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.

consultation	41
lab tests	216

**Gender**
Male	268
Female	278

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	366
Black	84
Hispanic	58
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	306
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	38
Less than 65	78

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	38
Dementia	10
Cancer	19

consultation	110
lab tests	840

**Gender**
Male	491
Female	577

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	732
Black	140
Hispanic	114
Asian	41
Other	41
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	572
From 75 to 84	289
85 and over	63
Less than 65	144

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	38
Dementia	8
Cancer	17

consultation	65
lab tests	665

**Gender**
Male	441
Female	513

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	682
Black	118
Hispanic	81
Asian	25
Other	48
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	524
From 75 to 84	263
85 and over	57
Less than 65	110

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	37
Dementia	8
Cancer	19

consultation	54
lab tests	358

**Gender**
Male	231
Female	277

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	359
Black	55
Hispanic	49
Asian	12
Other	33
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	284
From 75 to 84	139
85 and over	32
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	38
Dementia	10
Cancer	21

consultation	37
lab tests	463

**Gender**
Male	267
Female	386

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	467
Black	72
Hispanic	63
Asian	14
Other	37
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	365
From 75 to 84	184
85 and over	21
Less than 65	83

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	33
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

consultation	19
lab tests	320

**Gender**
Male	190
Female	219

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	303
Black	43
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	206
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	23
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	36
Dementia	9
Cancer	18

consultation	14
lab tests	626
second opinions	17

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS treated as an anatomic pathologist in New York, NY were lab tests, consultation and second opinions.

consultation	48
lab tests	500
second opinions	17

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	188
Female	225

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	51
Asian / Pacific Islander	9
Non-Hispanic White	290
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	39
Other	17

**Age**
75 to 84	113
85 and over	23
Less than 65	51
65 to 74	225

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	10
Dementia	5

Education & Training

Dr. Huai-Bin M. Ko, MD, MS graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. She completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. She is certified by the Pathology-Anatomic/Pathology-Clinical and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center

Board Certification: Pathology-Anatomic/Pathology-Clinical

Licensed In: New York