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Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD

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Specializes in: Medical Oncology, Adult Oncology and Adult Hematology
Wayne State University School of Medicine (2013)
Professional interests include: myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), lung issues, prostate problems, and more.
1641 Broadway Street
Pekin, IL 61554

Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD is a medical oncologist in Pekin, IL specializing in medical oncology, adult oncology and adult hematology. She graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2013 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD is affiliated with Illinois Cancer Care, P.C., OSF Healthcare and ONCOLOGY-HEMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS P C.

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Office Locations

Address:

1641 Broadway Street
Pekin, IL 61554

Address:

3105 Magory Drive
Bloomington, IL 61704

Some issues Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD can help you with:

Lung Issues

Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.

Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.

Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.

Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD treated as a medical oncologist in Pekin, IL were lab tests, blood draw, minimally invasive procedures and chemotherapy.

abdominal imaging 176
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy 347
blood draw 577
chemotherapy 347
CT scan 272
doctor visit 776
hormone therapy 47
hospital care 46
inpatient care 46
lab tests 2985
minimally invasive procedures 518
neck imaging 13
pelvic imaging 176
thoracic (chest) imaging 151
thyroid function tests 53

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD.

Gender
Male 35
Female 38
Ethnicity
Black / African American 2
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 69
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
85 and over 7
75 to 84 25
Less than 65 6
65 to 74 34

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD From 2019 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and cancer.

Hypertension 14
High Cholesterol 12
Stroke
Ischemic Heart Disease 7
Depression 4
Chronic Kidney Disease 9
Asthma 1
Osteoporosis 1
Heart Failure 5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 4
Diabetes 6
Atrial Fibrillation 2
Dementia 1
Cancer 8

Education & Training

Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2013. She completed residency at Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine (2013)

Residency: Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine (2016)

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Illinois Cancer Care, P.C.
OSF Healthcare
ONCOLOGY-HEMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS P C

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
GENZYME CORPORATION $2,440
$2,440
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP $2,257 LYNPARZA
$2,236
$21
Janssen Global Services, LLC $1,560
$1,560
G1 Therapeutics, Inc. $1,500 COSELA
$1,500
Daiichi Sankyo Inc. $1,295 Enhertu
$1,295
Other $2,748 TUKYSA
$1,225 		IMBRUVICA
$439 		CellSearch
$100 		OPDIVO
$50 		FER, ST AIA-PACK
$48 		Other
$886
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $9,320
Honoraria $1,780
Food and Beverage $619
Gift $48
Education $33

Research Payments

Dr. Kimberly Ku, MD has received 1 research payments totaling $41.

Biography

Dr. Kimberly Ku is a specialist in adult hematology, adult oncology, and medical oncology in Bloomington, IL and Pekin, IL. Her clinical interests include prostate problems, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), and pancreas problems. Before completing her residency at a hospital affiliated with Indiana University, Dr. Ku attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Ku is professionally affiliated with OSF Healthcare. OSF Healthcare reports that Dr. Ku is accepting new patients at her office in Pekin, IL.

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