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Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology and Adult Transplant Hepatology

Tufts University School of Medicine (2008)

Professional interests include: liver surgery, transplant procedures, colonoscopy, and more.

1635 Aurora Court 7th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045

(303) 493-7000

Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD is a gastroenterologist in Aurora, CO specializing in adult gastroenterology and adult transplant hepatology. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 2008 and has 16 years of experience. Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD is affiliated with UCHealth, University of Colorado Medicine, UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED and UCHealth Hepatology Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

1635 Aurora Court 7th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045

Some issues Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD can help you with:

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

Intestinal ulcers
Polyps
Bowel cancer
An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

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.

diagnostic procedures	10
doctor visit	8
gastrointestinal procedures	8
minimally invasive procedures	8
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	10

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	41

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	23
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	37
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

diagnostic procedures	49
doctor visit	43
gastrointestinal procedures	71
hospital care	152
inpatient care	152
minimally invasive procedures	71
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	49

**Gender**
Male	81
Female	80

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	110
Black	13
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	88
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	28
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	33
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	117
doctor visit	54
gastrointestinal procedures	152
hospital care	76
inpatient care	76
liver imaging	20
minimally invasive procedures	152
preventive care	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	117
ultrasound (sonogram)	20

**Gender**
Male	109
Female	119

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	165
Black	23
Hispanic	29
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	117
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	66

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	18

diagnostic procedures	99
doctor visit	63
gastrointestinal procedures	115
hospital care	108
inpatient care	108
liver imaging	18
minimally invasive procedures	115
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	99
ultrasound (sonogram)	18

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	124

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	156
Black	20
Hispanic	27
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	140
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	42
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

diagnostic procedures	25
doctor visit	29
gastrointestinal procedures	23
hospital care	82
inpatient care	82
liver imaging	18
minimally invasive procedures	23
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	25
ultrasound (sonogram)	18

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	104
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	41
Dementia	11
Cancer	20

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Aurora, CO were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

diagnostic procedures	61
doctor visit	48
gastrointestinal procedures	78
hospital care	133
inpatient care	133
liver imaging	24
minimally invasive procedures	78
preventive care	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	61
ultrasound (sonogram)	24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	5
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	58
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	9
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	20
65 to 74	47

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, diabetes and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	31
High Cholesterol	17
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	2
Cancer	6
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 2008. He completed residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. He has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine (2008)

Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University (2012)

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael Scott Kriss, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

University of Colorado Medicine

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED

UCHealth Hepatology Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd	$3,108 $3,108

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$2,751
Food and Beverage	$357

Biography

Dr. Michael Kriss works as an adult gastroenterology and adult transplant hepatology. Clinical interests for Dr. Kriss include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), hepatobiliary disorders, and internal medicine. His hospital/clinic affiliations include UCHealth and the University of Colorado Medicine. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University.