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Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD

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Specializes in: Family Medicine
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Professional interests include: women's health issues, cancer, musculoskeletal problems, and more.
617 Riverside Avenue Suite 200
Burlington, VT 05401

Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Winooski, VT specializing in family medicine. She graduated from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD is affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network and COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF BURLINGTON INC.

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Office Locations

Address:

32 Malletts Bay Avenue
Winooski, VT 05404

Address:

617 Riverside Avenue Suite 200
Burlington, VT 05401

Some issues Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD 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. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Winooski, VT were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and thyroid function tests.

diabetes management 52
lab tests 338
preventive care 87
thyroid function tests 23

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD.

Gender
Female 24
Male 8
Age
85 and over
75 to 84 5
Less than 65 3
65 to 74 15

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD From 2017 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD treated were hypertension, diabetes, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 18
High Cholesterol 5
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 7
Depression 9
Chronic Kidney Disease 6
Asthma 2
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 2
Diabetes 12
Atrial Fibrillation
Cancer
Dementia

Education & Training

Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD graduated from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. She completed residency at University of Rochester Medical Center. She is certified by the Board American Board of Family Medicine- Family Medicine and has a state license in Vermont.

Medical School: Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center

Board Certification: Board American Board of Family Medicine- Family Medicine

Licensed In: Vermont

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Vermont Health Network
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF BURLINGTON INC

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Biography

Dr. Irene Koplinka-Loehr's area of specialization is family medicine. Her clinical interests include cancer, women's health issues, and imaging procedures. Before completing her residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center, Dr. Koplinka-Loehr attended medical school at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. Dr. Koplinka-Loehr is professionally affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network.

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