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Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD

(20 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Surgery

Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons (2003)

Professional interests include: hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), pheochromocytoma, tumor, and more.

12300 Mccracken Road
Garfield Heights, OH 44125

(216) 444-6568

Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD is a general surgeon in Garfield Heights, OH specializing in general surgery. She graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2003 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and Marymount Hospital.

Office Locations

Address:

12300 Mccracken Road
Garfield Heights, OH 44125

Address:

9500 Euclid Avenue Mail Code F20
Cleveland, OH 44195

Some issues Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD can help you with:

Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Surgery)

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the adrenal glands, which lie above each kidney. The adrenal glands are responsible for producing hormones that are necessary for bodily functions, such as the regulation of blood pressure and metabolism. If the adrenal glands overproduce certain hormones, or if a tumor grows on them, removal of the glands is a treatment option.

Adrenal surgery can be open or laparoscopic. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that inserts a thin tube with a camera (laparoscope) through several small incisions on the abdomen. The surgeon uses the laparoscope to guide the procedure and is able to access and remove adrenal glands through the small incisions. Laparoscopic adrenal surgery lasts approximately 1-2 hours.

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is associated with shorter recovery periods, reduced risk of infection, and smaller scars. Although these factors may be desirable, the location of the tumor, its size, and the severity of the condition may require that an individual instead undergo open surgery. An open adrenalectomy is typically done for larger adrenal tumors and requires a single, large incision on the abdomen. Open adrenal surgery takes around 2-4 hours.

Following the operation, patients will remain in the hospital for 1-2 days for a laparoscopic adrenalectomy or 3-5 days for an open adrenalectomy. Patients will likely have a liquid diet immediately after their surgery, but should be able to return to solid foods after a day. If both of the glands are removed, patients will be given drug therapy to replace the hormones they produced.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

aspiration	13
diagnostic procedures	13
doctor visit	99
endocrine surgery	34
hospital care	21
image guided procedures	13
inpatient care	21
minimally invasive procedures	13
minor procedures	13
neck imaging	111
neck surgery	23
ultrasound (sonogram)	111

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	49
Black	61
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	49
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

aspiration	17
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	98
endocrine surgery	18
hospital care	19
image guided procedures	17
inpatient care	19
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17
neck imaging	125
neck surgery	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	125

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	50
Black	52
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	55
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	44
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

doctor visit	50
neck imaging	61
ultrasound (sonogram)	61

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	80
Black	42
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	67
endocrine surgery	11
neck imaging	80
neck surgery	12
ultrasound (sonogram)	80

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	63

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	70
endocrine surgery	16
neck imaging	66
neck surgery	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	66

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	40
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	13

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	41
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

doctor visit	68
endocrine surgery	13
neck imaging	37
neck surgery	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	37

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	57

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	40
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	34
endocrine surgery	23
neck imaging	47
neck surgery	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	47

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	46

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	39
From 75 to 84	12
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

doctor visit	11
endocrine surgery	10
neck imaging	21
neck surgery	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	21

**Age**
From 65 to 74	14
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	16
doctor visit	51
endocrine surgery	33
neck imaging	126
neck surgery	34
ultrasound (sonogram)	126

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD treated as a general surgeon in Garfield Heights, OH were ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging, endocrine surgery and hospital care.

aspiration	15
blood draw	16
diagnostic procedures	15
doctor visit	63
endocrine surgery	20
hospital care	20
image guided procedures	15
inpatient care	20
minimally invasive procedures	15
minor procedures	15
neck imaging	74
neck surgery	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	74

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	19
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	30
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	3
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15
65 to 74	35

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Diabetes	30
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	5
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2003. She completed residency at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Surgery - General Surgery and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons (2003)

Residency: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals (2006)

Board Certification: Surgery - General Surgery

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Marymount Hospital

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Garfield Heights, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Katherine Bernadette Heiden, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Ethicon US, LLC	$325 Energy Harmonic $167	Energy: Enseal $96	HARMONIC Product Family $30	Energy: Other $22	SURGIFLO Hemostatic Matrix Family of Products $11
Abbott Laboratories	$32 FreeStyle Libre Pro $17	FreeStyle InsuLinx system $15
Amgen Inc.	$20 Repatha $20
Lilly USA, LLC	$16 GLYXAMBI $16
Novo Nordisk Inc	$15 $15

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$409

Biography

Dr. Katherine Heiden is a general surgery specialist in Cleveland, OH and Garfield Heights, OH. Dr. Heiden has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by her patients. Her areas of expertise include adrenal cancer, thyroid surgery, and conn's syndrome (primary hyperaldosteronism). Before performing her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, a hospital affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College, and a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Dr. Heiden attended Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons for medical school. Dr. Heiden is professionally affiliated with Marymount Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.