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Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD

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Specializes in: Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine

Medical College of Georgia

Professional interests include: thrombosis (blood clots), spinal cord injury, abdominal pain, and more.

2633 Celanese Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732

(803) 325-1770

Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Rock Hill, SC specializing in family medicine and emergency medicine. She graduated from Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD is affiliated with Piedmont Hospital and PIEDMONT PHYSICIAN NETWORK LLC.

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Address:

2633 Celanese Road
Rock Hill, SC 29732

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Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injury medicine is a branch of medicine that treats damage to the spinal cord from an injury or a nontraumatic myelopathy, which is any disorder that affects the spinal area. The spinal cord is a section of nerve tissue protected by the vertebrae (spinal bones). Trauma to the spinal cord, typically caused by compression or bent vertebrae, prevents the body and brain from communicating. This can result in pain, loss of sensation, and impaired physical function and movement. Acute spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are a leading cause of permanent disability. Spinal cord injuries may develop from accidents or myelopathies, disorders that provoke spinal compression. Traumatic incidents such as falls, sports injuries, vehicle accidents, and bullet or stab wounds can cause an acute spinal cord injury.

Spinal cord injury medicine seeks to stabilize the spine and to alleviate the symptoms of spine damage. Practitioners of spinal cord injury medicine are called spinal cord injury specialists. Spinal cord injury medicine is an interdisciplinary field, meaning physicians of various specialties may be trained to treat spinal cord injuries.

Damage to the spinal cord may initially be diagnosed through X-ray, MRI, or CT scans. Patients can also undergo spinal exams to evaluate their sensory ability and strength. Injuries to the spinal cord can be complete (no feeling or sensation) or incomplete (some feeling or sensation remains). Conditions spinal cord injury medicine specialists may treat include:

Paralysis, such as paraplegia (loss of function in the legs), or quadriplegia (loss of function from the neck down)
Spine fracture or trauma, which can lead to impairment and/or significant pain
Spinal infections
Myelopathies, such as herniated disks, spinal tumors, and rheumatoid arthritis
Inflammatory diseases such as ankylosing spondylosis, and degenerative conditions like Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS)

Treatment for spinal cord injuries often involves surgery, either directly after an injury occurs or at a later date. Surgery for spine injuries is intended to ease spinal compression and stabilize the spine. Surgical procedures can involve shifting vertebrae, removing bone, or altering spinal placement with implantable devices. Patients with significant spinal trauma may require urgent surgical intervention.

Surgical treatments can be complemented by rehabilitative physical therapy to improve mobility. Spinal cord injury specialists also treat complications arising from a spinal injury, such as respiratory or bladder conditions. Some patients with spinal cord injuries may require lifelong treatment. Spinal cord injury specialists aim to help these patients successfully adjust and lead an improved quality of life. An emerging treatment for spinal cord injuries is neural prosthetics, which replicate patients' lost nerve function. Neural prostheses may be used as artificial body parts or assistive devices that patients may cognitively control. Other assistive devices include wheelchairs and scooters.

Spinal cord injury specialists may collaborate with physical therapists, radiologists, neurologists, urologists, and orthopedists.

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.

blood draw	47
doctor visit	232
lab tests	108
musculoskeletal imaging	12
thoracic (chest) imaging	42
X-rays	54

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	126

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	149
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	19
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Dementia	10
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	87
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	172
Black	38
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	102
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	18
Less than 65	59

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	5

blood draw	38
doctor visit	393
lab tests	186
musculoskeletal imaging	23
thoracic (chest) imaging	78
X-rays	101

**Gender**
Male	246
Female	368

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	504
Black	76
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	302
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	56
Less than 65	108

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	23
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

blood draw	99
diabetes management	65
doctor visit	729
lab tests	275
preventive care	80
thoracic (chest) imaging	78
vaccines	31
X-rays	77

**Gender**
Male	228
Female	355

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	502
Black	65
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	290
From 75 to 84	149
85 and over	54
Less than 65	90

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	33
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

diabetes management	30
doctor visit	696
lab tests	105
preventive care	51
thoracic (chest) imaging	23
X-rays	22

**Gender**
Male	170
Female	316

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	419
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	213
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	51
Less than 65	63

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

diabetes management	55
doctor visit	789
lab tests	91
preventive care	53

**Gender**
Male	134
Female	259

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	340
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	46
Less than 65	56

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	31
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

diabetes management	93
doctor visit	743
lab tests	159
preventive care	103

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	235

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	298
Black	29
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	179
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	35
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	30
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

diabetes management	104
doctor visit	616
lab tests	142
preventive care	102

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	176

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	199
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	19
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	0

diabetes management	241
doctor visit	1273
lab tests	318
preventive care	274
vaccines	33

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Rock Hill, SC were lab tests, preventive care, diabetes management and X-rays.

aspiration	45
blood draw	54
diabetes management	98
doctor visit	640
injections	45
lab tests	173
musculoskeletal imaging	19
preventive care	112
thoracic (chest) imaging	53
vaccines	33
X-rays	65

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD.

**Gender**
Female	197
Male	111

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	26
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	258
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	29
75 to 84	79
Less than 65	50
65 to 74	149

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	4
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD graduated from Medical College of Georgia. She completed residency at St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit. She has a state license in South Carolina.

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia

Residency: St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit

Licensed In: South Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Piedmont Hospital

PIEDMONT PHYSICIAN NETWORK LLC

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$28 QNASL $28
AbbVie Inc.	$18 QULIPTA $18
Meda Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$16 Dymista $16
Novo Nordisk Inc	$15 Victoza $15

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$77

Biography

Dr. Kristine Dinh-McGruder's specialties are family medicine and emergency medicine. She practices in Rock Hill, SC. These areas are among Dr. Dinh-McGruder's clinical interests: spinal cord injury, thyroid problems, and pneumonia. She is professionally affiliated with Piedmont Hospital. According to Doctor.com, she is currently accepting new patients at her office in Rock Hill, SC. Before completing her residency at Palmetto Health and St. John Hospital & Medical Center, Detroit, Dr. Dinh-McGruder attended medical school at Medical College of Georgia.

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