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Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD

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Specializes in: Clinical Pathology and Anatomic Pathology

Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara

Professional interests include: lymphoma, leukemia, tumor, and more.

665 Elm Street
Buffalo, NY 14203

1-800-767-9355

Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD is a clinical pathologist in Buffalo, NY specializing in clinical pathology and anatomic pathology. He graduated from Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara. Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD is affiliated with University at Buffalo - Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Office Locations

Address:

665 Elm Street
Buffalo, NY 14203

Address:

Elm and Carlton Streets
Buffalo, NY 14263

Some issues Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“Then Lee watched quietly from the back of a Manhattan courtroom as Dr. Mihai Merzianu, who faced up to seven years in prison, was sentenced to just one day in jail for causing the traffic accident...”—"Lost his leg in accident, but traffic officer has compassion for driver", New York Daily News, November 2007

consultation	55
lab tests	394
second opinions	34

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	78

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	153
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	25

consultation	48
cytology	15
lab tests	219
second opinions	34

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	137
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	25

consultation	40
lab tests	144
second opinions	40

**Gender**
Male	212
Female	148

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	304
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	176
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	24

lab tests	237
second opinions	42

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	89

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	172
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	109
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	13
Less than 65	45

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	31
Dementia	10
Cancer	21

consultation	79
lab tests	103
second opinions	32

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	93

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	94
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	25
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	30

consultation	60
lab tests	130
second opinions	40

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	188
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	116
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	19
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	30
Dementia	11
Cancer	28

lab tests	200
second opinions	24

**Gender**
Male	115
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	198
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	109
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

cytology	17
lab tests	172
second opinions	21

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	171
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	56
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	17

consultation	15
lab tests	226
second opinions	57

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD treated as a clinical pathologist in Buffalo, NY were lab tests, consultation, second opinions and cytology.

consultation	49
cytology	17
lab tests	204
second opinions	36

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD.

**Gender**
Female	80
Male	92

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	4
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	149
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	5
75 to 84	37
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	85

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	22
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	3
Cancer	18

Education & Training

Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD graduated from Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara. He completed residency at Beth Israel Medical Center, New York. He is certified by the Anatomic Pathology, American Board of Pathology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara

Residency: Beth Israel Medical Center, New York

Board Certification: Anatomic Pathology, American Board of Pathology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Mihai Merzianu, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University at Buffalo - Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Biography

Dr. Mihai Merzianu is a Buffalo, NY physician who specializes in anatomic pathology and clinical pathology. He has a special interest in leukemia, salivary gland cancer, and thyroid problems. Dr. Merzianu graduated from Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara. He trained at St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center and Beth Israel Medical Center, New York for residency. Dr. Merzianu has received professional recognition including the following: Edith Sprout Teaching Award and Neville Colman Outstanding Resident Award. He is professionally affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and the University at Buffalo - Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

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