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Dr. Ketti Awad, MD

(8 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Internal Medicine

New York Medical College (2000)

Professional interests include: high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), hypertension (high blood pressure), asthma, and more.

6560 Fannin Street Suite 1130
Houston, TX 77030

(713) 363-8055

Dr. Ketti Awad, MD is a general internist in Houston, TX specializing in general internal medicine. She graduated from New York Medical College in 2000 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Ketti Awad, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

6560 Fannin Street Suite 1130
Houston, TX 77030

Some issues Dr. Ketti Awad, MD can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Social phobia
Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:

Allergens (dust mites, pet fur, mold, pollen, grass)
Irritants (smoke, pollution, dust, chemicals)
Viral infections
Physical activity, especially outdoors
Certain medications or chemicals in foods (aspirin, sulfites)

Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.

There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.

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.

doctor visit	108
preventive care	12
vaccines	15

**Gender**
Male	22
Female	49

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	52
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	0

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	184
preventive care	49
vaccines	40

**Gender**
Male	42
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	237
preventive care	109
vaccines	91

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	194

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	214
Black	44
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	222
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

doctor visit	267
preventive care	120
vaccines	103

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	117

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	128
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

doctor visit	311
preventive care	125
vaccines	111

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	139

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	144
Black	38
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	31
Dementia	6
Cancer	11

doctor visit	397
lab tests	50
preventive care	143
vaccines	118

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	166
Black	35
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	180
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

cardiac procedures	10
diabetes management	45
doctor visit	499
lab tests	43
preventive care	234
vaccines	157

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	186

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	45
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	201
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

diabetes management	68
doctor visit	497
lab tests	66
preventive care	229
vaccines	138

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	192

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	202
Black	41
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	222
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

cardiac procedures	14
diabetes management	156
doctor visit	1068
lab tests	154
preventive care	408
vaccines	195

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ketti Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ketti Awad, MD treated as a general internist in Houston, TX were preventive care, vaccines, diabetes management and lab tests.

cardiac procedures	12
diabetes management	89
doctor visit	397
lab tests	80
preventive care	163
vaccines	110

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ketti Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	110

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	23
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	117
Hispanic	3
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	122

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

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

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	3
Dementia	0
Cancer	5

Education & Training

Dr. Ketti Awad, MD graduated from New York Medical College in 2000. She completed residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: New York Medical College (2000)

Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Ketti Awad, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Houston Methodist

TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC

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Dr. Ketti Awad, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ketti Awad, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Houston, TX.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-13