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Kimberly Thorpe, PA

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Specializes in: Gastroenterology (Digestive System)

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), acid reflux (GERD), inflammatory bowel disease

300 Midtown Drive
Beaufort, SC 29906

(843) 770-4588

Kimberly Thorpe, PA is in Beaufort, SC specializing in gastroenterology (digestive system). Kimberly Thorpe, PA is affiliated with Beaufort Memorial and BEAUFORT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.

Office Locations

Address:

300 Midtown Drive
Beaufort, SC 29906

Some issues Kimberly Thorpe, PA can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

doctor visit	357
hospital care	14
inpatient care	14

**Gender**
Male	226
Female	434

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	482
Black	152
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	316
From 75 to 84	208
85 and over	50
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Dementia	12
Cancer	13

doctor visit	1306
hospital care	41
inpatient care	41

**Gender**
Male	299
Female	533

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	623
Black	187
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	411
From 75 to 84	247
85 and over	71
Less than 65	103

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	35
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

doctor visit	842
hospital care	454
inpatient care	454

**Gender**
Male	280
Female	451

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	503
Black	201
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	323
From 75 to 84	211
85 and over	79
Less than 65	118

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	38
Dementia	17
Cancer	12

doctor visit	719
hospital care	417
inpatient care	417

**Gender**
Male	239
Female	433

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	465
Black	186
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	289
From 75 to 84	203
85 and over	84
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	39
Dementia	20
Cancer	13

doctor visit	1022
hospital care	165
inpatient care	165

**Gender**
Male	209
Female	441

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	463
Black	173
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	295
From 75 to 84	211
85 and over	73
Less than 65	71

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	37
Dementia	16
Cancer	15

doctor visit	828
hospital care	139
inpatient care	139

**Gender**
Male	173
Female	395

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	418
Black	132
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	261
From 75 to 84	172
85 and over	70
Less than 65	65

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	40
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

doctor visit	1211
hospital care	730
inpatient care	730

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Kimberly Thorpe, PA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Kimberly Thorpe, PA treated as in Beaufort, SC were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	900
hospital care	280
inpatient care	280

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Kimberly Thorpe, PA.

**Gender**
Female	268
Male	142

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	103
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	295
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	42
75 to 84	125
Less than 65	53
65 to 74	189

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Kimberly Thorpe, PA From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Kimberly Thorpe, PA treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Education & Training

She is certified by the Board Certification: Physician Assistant, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and has a state license in South Carolina.

Board Certification: Board Certification: Physician Assistant, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Licensed In: South Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Kimberly Thorpe, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Beaufort Memorial

BEAUFORT COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

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