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Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP

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Specializes in: Wound Care, General Surgery and Family Medicine

Professional interests include: wounds, diabetes, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and more.

1250 Ralston Avenue Suite 204
Defiance, OH 43512

(419) 783-6997

Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP is a nurse in Defiance, OH specializing in wound care, general surgery and family medicine. Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP is affiliated with ProMedica, ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital and PROMEDICA CENTRAL PHYSICIANS.

Office Locations

Address:

1250 Ralston Avenue Suite 204
Defiance, OH 43512

Some issues Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP 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.

Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)

Commonly referred to as bedsores, pressure ulcers or pressure sores are areas of injured skin that result from staying in one position for a long period of time. Being bedridden or confined to a wheelchair puts a person at a high risk of developing such sores. The most commonly affected sites are the buttocks, hips, lower back, shoulder blade and spine areas, and backs of arms and legs. A pressure ulcer typically starts out as tender, reddish skin and may turn into a shallow wound that appears like a blister. At the next stage, it becomes a deep wound with yellowish dead tissue and some exposed fat. The most severe pressure ulcers are large wounds with dark dead tissue and exposed muscle or bone. Early detection and treatment are crucial as ulcers tend to develop rapidly and cause infections that could eventually lead to organ failure.

Mild sores may heal on their own when pressure on the affected area is reduced. This can be accomplished by simply repositioning the body every hour. If the sores are painful or infected, medications such as pain relievers and antibiotics may be prescribed. Cleaning the wound and changing dressings regularly also help the healing process. Severe pressure ulcers, on the other hand, may require surgery, which involves removal of any damaged, infected, or dead tissue and closing the wound. Wound closure can be achieved either by stitching the skin edges together or by using a flap of the patient's own tissue.

If a patient needs to have pressure ulcer surgery, they will likely be on bedrest for a few weeks to allow the wound to heal completely. The patient and their family members will be given instructions on positioning and transfer techniques to help keep pressure off the wound. When the doctor thinks the patient is ready, he or she will give the patient special exercises to help them regain their range of motion. To prevent the recurrence of ulcers, patients or their caregivers should be diligent about changing positions regularly, observing for early signs of new pressure sores, and replacing any worn-out mattresses or cushions.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	166
doctor visit	272
excision	167

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	82

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	49
Dementia	18
Cancer	0

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	306
doctor visit	634
excision	263

**Gender**
Male	83
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	12
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	29
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	51
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	407
doctor visit	912
excision	389
plastic surgery procedures	45
reconstructive surgery	45
tissue transfer	45
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	45

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	126

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	246
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	11
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	44
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	104
doctor visit	415
excision	105

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	197
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	118
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	37
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	186
doctor visit	351
excision	187

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	122

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	207
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	111
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	44
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	244
doctor visit	343
excision	222

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	81

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	16
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	27
Diabetes	48
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	232
doctor visit	640
excision	217

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP treated as a nurse in Defiance, OH were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery procedures.

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	235
doctor visit	511
excision	221
plastic surgery procedures	45
reconstructive surgery	45
tissue transfer	45
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	45

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP.

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	61

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	94
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	3
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	3
75 to 84	16
Less than 65	24
65 to 74	61

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and depression.

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	6
Cancer	5

Education & Training

She has a state license in Ohio.

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

ProMedica

ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital

PROMEDICA CENTRAL PHYSICIANS

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Janel Weaver, DNP, FNP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
KCI USA, Inc.	$18 ACTIV.A.C. $18

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$18

Biography

Ms. Janel Weaver practices family medicine, general surgery, and wound care in Defiance, OH. Clinical interests for Ms. Weaver include diabetes, foot problems, and gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders). She is professionally affiliated with ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital.