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Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD

(4 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Internal Medicine and General Pediatrics

Indiana University School of Medicine (1994)

Professional interests include: high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), adolescent issues, asthma, and more.

8520 Broadway Street Suite 200
Pearland, TX 77584

(281) 485-4050

Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD is a general internist in Pearland, TX specializing in general internal medicine and general pediatrics. She graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1994 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist and TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC.

Office Locations

Address:

8520 Broadway Street Suite 200
Pearland, TX 77584

Some issues Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD can help you with:

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.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.

There are three main types of ADHD:

Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive types show symptoms such as constant fidgeting, talking non-stop, touching everything, having trouble sitting still and waiting their turn, and interrupting others.
Predominantly inattentive types tend to be distracted, get bored and wander off during tasks, forget things or instructions, daydream, and appear not to be listening. This type is sometimes misdiagnosed because they are not hyperactive and there are fewer behavior issues.
Combined types show symptoms from both categories. This is actually the most common type of ADHD.

When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.

Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.

ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

breathing treatment	28
doctor visit	752
hospital care	150
inpatient care	150
preventive care	13
vaccines	14

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	205

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	191
Black	52
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	131
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	24
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	35
Dementia	13
Cancer	9

breathing treatment	17
diabetes management	13
doctor visit	850
lab tests	94
preventive care	7
vaccines	8

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	189

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	169
Black	49
Hispanic	19
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	69
85 and over	21
Less than 65	39

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

breathing treatment	13
doctor visit	890
lab tests	94
preventive care	76
vaccines	77

**Gender**
Male	150
Female	462

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	406
Black	118
Hispanic	62
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	280
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	54
Less than 65	96

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	35
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

doctor visit	761
lab tests	27
preventive care	99
vaccines	100

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	199
Black	52
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	27
Less than 65	40

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

doctor visit	778
lab tests	81
preventive care	127
vaccines	128

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	186
Black	55
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	26
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	35
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	211

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	187
Black	44
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	20
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	34
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

doctor visit	729
lab tests	57
preventive care	39
vaccines	40

**Gender**
Male	64
Female	201

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	180
Black	43
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	132
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	24
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	36
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

doctor visit	602
lab tests	40
preventive care	37
vaccines	38

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	201

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	174
Black	43
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	23
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	34
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	1252
preventive care	102
vaccines	92

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD treated as a general internist in Pearland, TX were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.

diabetes management	12
doctor visit	825
hospital care	150
inpatient care	150
lab tests	77
preventive care	73
vaccines	72

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD.

**Gender**
Female	191
Male	58

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	45
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	169
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	21
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	21
75 to 84	73
Less than 65	33
65 to 74	122

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1994. She completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (1994)

Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Houston Methodist

TMH PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATES PLLC

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Martha Frances Gerteisen, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Pearland, TX.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-08-15

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Gerteisen is the very best doctor I have ever been to. She is caring, considerate and sweet. She makes us feel comfortable and relaxed. She is very thorough with the exam and always knows the right plan for us.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-02

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Dr. Gerteisen is the best doctor I have n have ever had. She's attentive, compassionate, very knowledgeable, up to date on treatments n options. Listens n provides solutions n suggestions. She's good

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-12

Patient verified via Press Ganey

We have used Dr. Gerteisen for over 15 years, and she has always shown respect and concern for our well being!!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-10-10

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Gerteisen is fantastic!!!

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$2,702 FARXIGA $1,390	SYMBICORT $468	CRESTOR $338	BYDUREON PEN $198	BYDUREON WEEKLY $78	Other $230
Novo Nordisk Inc	$1,594 Ozempic $363	RYBELSUS $360	Tresiba $327	Victoza $173	Xultophy 100/3.6 $103	Other $268
Pfizer Inc.	$824 COLOGUARD $144	EUCRISA $124	PREVNAR - 13 $95	CHANTIX $86	ELIQUIS $79	Other $296
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$763 JANUMET XR $198	GARDASIL9 $151	STEGLATRO $145	PNEUMOVAX 23 $61	STEGLUJAN $56	Other $152
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$733 JARDIANCE $182	GLYXAMBI $141	STIOLTO $116	SPIRIVA RESPIMAT $79	SYNJARDY $67	Other $148
Other	$5,094 XARELTO $291	TOUJEO $267	Vascepa $255	MOUNJARO $228	INVOKANA $227	Other $3,826

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$11,552
Education	$158

Biography

Dr. Martha Gerteisen is a general internal medicine and general pediatrics specialist in Pearland, TX. Her education and training includes medical school at Indiana University School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. Clinical interests for Dr. Gerteisen include diabetes, primary care, and heart problems. Her patients gave her an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She speaks Spanish. Dr. Gerteisen is affiliated with Houston Methodist. Doctor.com reports that she is closed to new patients at this time.