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Dr. Katherine Diase, MD

(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: Gynecology

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1997)

Professional interests include: women's health issues, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), amenorrhea (missed periods), and more.

16651 Southwest Freeway Suite 200
Sugar Land, TX 77479

(713) 774-5131

Dr. Katherine Diase, MD is a gynecologist in Sugar Land, TX specializing in gynecology. She graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1997 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Katherine Diase, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

16651 Southwest Freeway Suite 200
Sugar Land, TX 77479

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

Gynecologic Surgery

Gynecologic surgery is surgery performed on a woman's pelvic region. It is usually performed by an OB/GYN and can involve the bladder, rectum, or reproductive organs. Surgery in this area may be performed for many reasons, but the most common procedures include:

Hysterectomy
Fibroid removal
Treatment of endometriosis or other heavy bleeding
Cancer treatment, including cervical, uterine, and ovarian cancers
Removal of ovarian cysts
Infertility treatment
Treatment for incontinence
Sterilization or 'tube-tying'
Surgery for pelvic organ prolapse
Repair of vaginal tears

More and more, gynecologic surgery is moving towards the use of minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses several small incisions and tiny tools and scopes to perform the operation, rather than one large opening. While it is not appropriate in every case, minimally invasive surgery can lead to less scarring, less blood loss, faster recovery, and a lower chance for infection. Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery may be performed with a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera on the end that allows the surgeon to see inside the body. It may also be performed robotically, using even smaller tools and cameras that a surgeon controls from a computer. Robotic surgery allows even better vision, precision, and control than laparoscopic surgery.

Over the course of a lifetime, many women need pelvic surgery to stay healthy. Qualified gynecologic surgeons will have the right tools at their disposal to provide care with a minimum of discomfort.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

Weight gain
Acne
Facial or body hair
Thinning head hair
Missing or irregular periods
Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

breast exam	18
cytology	16
doctor visit	17
gynecologic pathology	16
gynecologic procedures	18
preventive care	16

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	19
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

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

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	37
cytology	34
gynecologic pathology	34
gynecologic procedures	37
musculoskeletal imaging	11
preventive care	34
X-rays	11

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	24
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	28
cytology	26
doctor visit	26
gynecologic pathology	26
gynecologic procedures	28
preventive care	26

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	70
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	96
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	42
cytology	38
doctor visit	15
gynecologic pathology	38
gynecologic procedures	42
preventive care	38

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	67

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

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

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	31
cytology	29
doctor visit	25
gynecologic pathology	29
gynecologic procedures	31
preventive care	29

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	20
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	70

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	34
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	37
cytology	34
gynecologic pathology	34
gynecologic procedures	37
preventive care	34

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	64

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	50
cytology	49
gynecologic pathology	49
gynecologic procedures	50
preventive care	49

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	70

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	40
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	92
cytology	82
doctor visit	13
gynecologic pathology	82
gynecologic procedures	92
preventive care	82

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

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

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Katherine Diase, MD treated as a gynecologist in Sugar Land, TX were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

breast exam	41
cytology	38
doctor visit	20
gynecologic pathology	38
gynecologic procedures	41
musculoskeletal imaging	11
preventive care	38
X-rays	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Katherine Diase, MD.

**Gender**
Female	57
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	30
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	8
Other	0

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

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

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Katherine Diase, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	9
Depression	1
Chronic Kidney Disease	5
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Katherine Diase, MD graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 1997. She has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (1997)

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

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

Houston Methodist

TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Katherine Diase, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Katherine Diase, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Sugar Land, TX.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$2,145 Da Vinci Surgical System $2,145
AbbVie Inc.	$459 LO LOESTRIN FE $205	ORIAHNN $120	Liletta $102	Orilissa $32
Pfizer Inc.	$327 DUAVEE $110	NURTEC ODT $81	MYFEMBREE $42	ESTRING $39	PREMARIN ORALS $34	Other $22
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$316 Skyla $201	Mirena $87	Kyleena $28
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$230 Vesicare $106	Myrbetriq $73	Veozah $52
Other	$2,919 LO LOESTRIN FE $142	Makena $134	BRISDELLE $119	Acessa $112	Lupron $103	Other $2,309

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,255
Education	$1,212
Travel and Lodging	$929

Biography

Dr. Katherine Diase practices gynecology. These areas are among her clinical interests: pap test, pelvic surgery, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She studied medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. In addition to English, Dr. Diase speaks Spanish. She is professionally affiliated with Houston Methodist.