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Kara E. Hobbs, NP

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Specializes in: Family Medicine and Gastroenterology (Digestive System)
Professional interests include: colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, and more.
300 Stonecrest Boulevard Suite 110
Smyrna, TN 37167

Kara E. Hobbs, NP is a nurse in Smyrna, TN specializing in family medicine and gastroenterology (digestive system). Kara E. Hobbs, NP is affiliated with TriStar Medical Group, GASTROENTEROLOGY SPECIALISTS OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE LLC and HOSPITAL MEDICINE SERVICES OF TN LLC.

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Office Locations

Address:

300 Stonecrest Boulevard Suite 110
Smyrna, TN 37167

Some issues Kara E. Hobbs, NP 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.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Kara E. Hobbs, NP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Kara E. Hobbs, NP treated as a nurse in Smyrna, TN were inpatient care, hospital care and outpatient care.

doctor visit 103
hospital care 15
inpatient care 18
outpatient care 10

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Kara E. Hobbs, NP.

Gender
Male 14
Female 17
Ethnicity
Black / African American 2
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 11
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
75 to 84 6
85 and over
Less than 65
65 to 74 15

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Kara E. Hobbs, NP From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Kara E. Hobbs, NP treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 45
High Cholesterol 40
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 14
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 20
Atrial Fibrillation 4
Cancer 1
Dementia 10

Education & Training

She has a state license in Tennessee.

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Kara E. Hobbs, NP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

TriStar Medical Group
GASTROENTEROLOGY SPECIALISTS OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE LLC
HOSPITAL MEDICINE SERVICES OF TN LLC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Kara E. Hobbs, NP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
AbbVie Inc. $167 Rinvoq
$79 		Skyrizi
$74 		LINZESS
$8 		Mavyret
$5
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC $62 DIFICID
$62
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. $47 REBYOTA
$47
Organon LLC $35 HADLIMA
$35
Gilead Sciences, Inc. $35
$35
Other $100 SUCRAID
$30 		STELARA
$17 		DUPIXENT
$17 		Heplisav-B
$8
$28
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $446

Biography

Ms. Kara Hobbs' areas of specialization are family medicine and gastroenterology (digestive system); she sees patients in Smyrna, TN. Her areas of expertise consist of inflammatory bowel disease, abdominal pain, and colorectal cancer. Ms. Hobbs is professionally affiliated with TriStar Medical Group.

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