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Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD

(101 Ratings)

Specializes in: Physiatry (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

Northeast Ohio Medical University (2006)

Professional interests include: knee pain, hyaluronic acid joint injections (viscosupplementation), knee injury, and more.

8701 Darrow Road
Twinsburg, OH 44087

(330) 888-4000

Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD is a physiatrist in Canfield, OH specializing in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). She graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 2006 and has 18 years of experience. Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center and CC Orthopaedics Canfield.

Office Locations

Address:

3736 Boardman Canfield Road
Canfield, OH 44406

Address:

8701 Darrow Road
Twinsburg, OH 44087

Some issues Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD can help you with:

Joint Aspiration

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.

Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).

Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:

Ice and rest
Exercise and physical therapy
Over-the-counter pain medications
Corticosteroid injections
Surgery

Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.

doctor visit	112

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	65

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	78
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

aspiration	47
doctor visit	228
injections	46

**Gender**
Male	53
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	17
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

aspiration	98
doctor visit	505
injections	115

**Gender**
Male	262
Female	346

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	528
Black	56
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	304
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	80
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

aspiration	114
doctor visit	359
injections	113

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	130

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	205
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	120
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	19
Less than 65	26

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

aspiration	133
doctor visit	498
injections	132

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	152

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	246
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	82
85 and over	26
Less than 65	28

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Dementia	4
Cancer	11

aspiration	225
doctor visit	620
injections	245

**Gender**
Male	137
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	294
Black	31
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	32
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	28
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

aspiration	370
doctor visit	702
injections	390

**Gender**
Male	156
Female	265

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	379
Black	29
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	226
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	35
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	6
Cancer	14

aspiration	197
doctor visit	271
injections	208

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	245
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	133
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	5
Cancer	15

aspiration	761
doctor visit	1194
injections	796

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD treated as a physiatrist in Canfield, OH were injections and aspiration.

aspiration	244
doctor visit	500
injections	257

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	143

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	14
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	210
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	70
85 and over	20
Less than 65	20
65 to 74	121

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	8
Dementia	2

Education & Training

Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 2006. She completed residency at MetroHealth Medical Center. She is certified by the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University (2006)

Residency: MetroHealth Medical Center (2010)

Board Certification: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Cleveland Clinic

Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center

CC Orthopaedics Canfield

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 101 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Meredith Leigh Konya, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Canfield, OH.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
BIOVENTUS LLC	$26 Durolane $26

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$26

Biography

Dr. Meredith Konya's specialty is physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). After attending Northeast Ohio Medical University for medical school, she completed her residency training at MetroHealth Medical Center. Areas of expertise for Dr. Konya include joint aspiration, non-surgical orthopedics, and knee pain. Her patients gave her an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Konya is professionally affiliated with Twinsburg Family Health & Surgery Center.

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