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Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO

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Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2005)
Professional interests include: hysterectomy (uterus removal), osteoporosis, obesity, and more.
12311 Perry Highway 3rd Floor
Wexford, PA

Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Wexford, PA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network and ALLEGHENY CLINIC.

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Office Locations

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12311 Perry Highway 3rd Floor
Wexford, PA

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200 Quinn Drive Suite 270
Pittsburgh, PA

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301 Ohio River Boulevard Suite 301
Sewickley, PA

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301 Ohio River Boulevard Suite 301
Sewickley, PA 15143

Some issues Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO 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.

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

  • Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
  • Cancer
  • Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

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.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Wexford, PA were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

breast exam 25
doctor visit 17
gynecologic procedures 25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO.

Gender
Female 26
Male 0
Age
85 and over
75 to 84
Less than 65
65 to 74 11

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO treated were hypertension and high cholesterol.

Hypertension 34
High Cholesterol 32
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease
Depression
Chronic Kidney Disease
Asthma
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Diabetes
Atrial Fibrillation
Cancer
Dementia

Education & Training

Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005. She completed residency at Memorial Hospital York. She is certified by the American Osteopathic Board of OBGYN and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (2005)

Residency: Memorial Hospital York

Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of OBGYN

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allegheny Health Network
ALLEGHENY CLINIC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kerri L. McIntyre Joyce, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
AMAG Pharmaceuticals, Inc. $185 INTRAROSA
$112 		Makena
$73
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation $175 NEXPLANON
$122 		GARDASIL9
$53
Roche Diagnostics Corporation $120 MD cobas Instruments and Reagents
$102 		MD HPV CTNG
$18
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. $112 Kyleena
$52 		Mirena
$46 		Essure
$13
Astellas Pharma US Inc $111 Myrbetriq
$96 		Vesicare
$15
Other $1,043 Caldolor
$107 		LO LOESTRIN FE
$95 		Makena
$67 		Xulane
$63 		Diclegis
$52 		Other
$658
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,561
Education $185

Biography

Dr. Kerri McIntyre Joyce is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology. Her clinical interests include sexually transmitted diseases (STds), labor and delivery (childbirth), and contraception (birth control). She graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. McIntyre Joyce is professionally affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.