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Meklit Zetawos, PA

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Specializes in: Gastroenterology (Digestive System)
Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)
3121 North Webb Road #101
Wichita, KS 67226

Meklit Zetawos, PA is in Wichita, KS specializing in gastroenterology (digestive system). Meklit Zetawos, PA is affiliated with Ascension, KANSAS GASTROENTEROLOGY LLC, Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph and Ascension Via Christi St. Francis.

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Office Locations

Address:

3121 North Webb Road #101
Wichita, KS 67226

Address:

551 N Hillside Street Suite 410
Wichita, KS 67214

Some issues Meklit Zetawos, 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.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Meklit Zetawos, PA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Meklit Zetawos, PA treated as in Wichita, KS were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit 18
hospital care 106
inpatient care 106

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Meklit Zetawos, PA.

Gender
Male 10
Female 9
Age
75 to 84 6
85 and over
Less than 65
65 to 74 5

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Meklit Zetawos, PA From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Meklit Zetawos, PA treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 30
High Cholesterol 29
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 3
Osteoporosis
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 15
Atrial Fibrillation 14
Cancer 1
Dementia 4

Education & Training

She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants - Physician Assistant and has a state license in Kansas.

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

Licensed In: Kansas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Meklit Zetawos, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ascension
KANSAS GASTROENTEROLOGY LLC
Ascension Via Christi St. Joseph
Ascension Via Christi St. Francis

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Meklit Zetawos, PA. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Medtronic, Inc. $540 LINQ II
$463 		MyCareLink
$46 		Micra
$16 		AZURE XT DR MRI SURESCAN
$15
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. $363 Inspire
$363
Janssen Biotech, Inc. $118 STELARA
$118
Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. $117 ENTYVIO
$117
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. $114 JARDIANCE
$114
Other $272 XIFAXAN
$45 		FARXIGA
$41 		XARELTO
$24 		Pounce Thrombectomy
$23 		LEQVIO
$18 		Other
$120
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $1,147
Travel and Lodging $283
Education $93

Biography

Ms. Meklit Zetawos' specialty is gastroenterology (digestive system). Ms. Zetawos's clinical interests include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders). She is affiliated with Ascension.

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