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Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD

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Specializes in: General Surgery

Temple University School of Medicine (2005)

Professional interests include: umbilical hernia, inguinal hernia, lipoma, and more.

700 Horizon Circle Suite 201
Chalfont, PA 18914

(215) 453-2669

Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD is a general surgeon in Chalfont, PA specializing in general surgery. He graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2005 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD is affiliated with GRAND VIEW HOSPITAL.

Office Locations

Address:

700 Horizon Circle Suite 201
Chalfont, PA 18914

Address:

915 Lawn Avenue
Sellersville, PA 18960

Some issues Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD can help you with:

Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Bariatric or weight-loss surgery is a surgical procedure performed to help significantly obese patients lose weight when more traditional methods, such as dieting and exercise, have not helped. Depending on the type, these surgeries change the gastrointestinal tract to limit how much food can be eaten and also change how food is absorbed by the body. Of the various bariatric surgeries available, the most common is gastric bypass.

By far the most common of the gastric bypass surgeries is called Roux-en-Y. During this surgery, part of the stomach and small intestine are detached from the gastrointestinal tract, in order to make the tract smaller. The surgeon divides the stomach into two parts. The working stomach, at the end of the esophagus, is now tiny - only the size of a walnut. This makes patients feel full after eating a small amount of food. Then the small intestine is also divided, and after bypassing a section of the small intestine to reduce food absorption, the intestine is attached to the small stomach pouch. The patient now has a working stomach and intestine like before, only much smaller.

Because gastric bypass is used to treat extreme obesity, it can reduce the risk of some of the problems associated with obesity. Gastric bypass can help treat or reduce the risk for such conditions as heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and type 2 diabetes. However, it is a major surgery and also carries risks itself. Any surgery can lead to infection, bleeding, or blood clots, and weight loss surgery in particular carries risks of leaks in the gastrointestinal system, malnutrition, bowel obstructions, and vomiting.

Typically patients are considered candidates for gastric bypass surgery if they have a BMI greater than 40, or sometimes if they have a BMI between 35 and 40 but are suffering from obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes. The outlook is generally good, with most patients losing between 50-75% of their excess weight in 1-2 years. However, patients must follow strict diet guidelines so that the stomach can heal, starting with no food at all, then followed by a liquid diet for some time. For many severely obese patients who have tried strict diets before without success, gastric bypass surgery is the tool that allows them to finally achieve their weight loss and health goals.

In The News

“Michael K. Fishman, M.D., bariatric surgeon and program director at the Grand View Health Bariatric & Metabolic Institute, announced its bariatric surgical center has been accredited as a "Data...”—"Two local nonprofits partner to get veterans back in the workforce, and other company news", The Morning Call, November 2016

doctor visit	105

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	68
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	45
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	62
hospital care	26
inpatient care	26

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	51

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	25
85 and over	14
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	35
Dementia	17
Cancer	13

doctor visit	71

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	92

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	24
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

doctor visit	78

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	44

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	30
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	42
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	74

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	47

**Age**
From 65 to 74	39
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	38
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

doctor visit	94
gastrointestinal procedures	10
minimally invasive procedures	10
weight management	10

**Gender**
Male	41
Female	44

**Age**
From 65 to 74	41
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	21

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	41
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

doctor visit	120
hospital care	106
inpatient care	106

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	79

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	20
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	39
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

doctor visit	59
hospital care	17
inpatient care	17

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	57

**Age**
From 65 to 74	48
From 75 to 84	29
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	41
Dementia	11
Cancer	15

doctor visit	139
hospital care	24
inpatient care	24

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD treated as a general surgeon in Chalfont, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and weight management.

doctor visit	91
gastrointestinal procedures	10
hospital care	43
inpatient care	43
minimally invasive procedures	10
weight management	10

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	46

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	6
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	15
85 and over	5
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	38

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Atrial Fibrillation	16
Cancer	8
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine in 2005. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine (2005)

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

GRAND VIEW HOSPITAL

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Chalfont, PA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2019-03-27

Dr. Fishman is a down-to-earth physician who genuinely cares for his patients and goes the extra mile to help.  He is professional, is an excellent surgeon, and has a great sense of humor.

General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Depomed, Inc.	$16,380 Nucynta $16,176	Gralise $111	Zipsor $58	Cambia $34
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$12,482 Da Vinci Surgical System $9,482	DAVINCI XI $3,000
The Institute of Musculoskeletal Science and Education	$5,225 ENZA O $1,000	$4,225
Medtronic, Inc.	$4,475 INTELLIS ADAPTIVESTIM $2,816	Vanta $907	INTELLIS $131	FlowMet-R $72	VANTA ADAPTIVESTIM $35	Other $514
Foundation Fusion Solutions, LLC	$3,150 $3,150
Other	$7,748 Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs $1,206	Superion ISS $693	Neuro-Chronic Pain $364	INTELLIS $277	NASCOBAL $275	Other $4,933

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$15,500
Education	$11,000
Consulting Fee	$8,775
Food and Beverage	$8,277
Travel and Lodging	$5,908

Research Payments

Dr. Michael Kalman Fishman, MD has received 2 research payments totaling $1,894.

Biography

Dr. Michael Fishman sees patients in Chalfont, PA and Sellersville, PA. His medical specialty is general surgery. These areas are among his clinical interests: obesity, lipoma, and pain. He attended medical school at Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Fishman's practice in Chalfont, PA is open to new patients as reported by Doctor.com.

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Education & Training

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General Payments

Research Payments

Biography

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