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Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD

(212 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: colonoscopy, weight management, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and more.

11104 Parkview Circle Drive Suite 310
Fort Wayne, IN 46845

(260) 266-5230

Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD is a gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, IN specializing in adult gastroenterology. He graduated from American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD is affiliated with University of Iowa, University of Iowa Health Care, Parkview Health System and Parkview Health.

Office Locations

Address:

11104 Parkview Circle Drive Suite 310
Fort Wayne, IN 46845

Address:

200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242

Some issues Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, 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 Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn.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.

**Gender**
Male	14
Female	13

**Age**
From 65 to 74	14
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

diagnostic procedures	50
gastrointestinal procedures	100
hospital care	84
inpatient care	84
minimally invasive procedures	100
preventive care	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	50

**Gender**
Male	204
Female	200

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	376
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	170
From 75 to 84	68
85 and over	36
Less than 65	130

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	38
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	40
gastrointestinal procedures	33
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
minimally invasive procedures	33
preventive care	15

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	73

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	122
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	49
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	29
Dementia	10
Cancer	16

diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	54
gastrointestinal procedures	38
hospital care	39
inpatient care	39
minimally invasive procedures	38
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	162
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	12
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	40
Dementia	10
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	49
gastrointestinal procedures	35
hospital care	53
inpatient care	53
minimally invasive procedures	35
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	36
Dementia	12
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	59
gastrointestinal procedures	51
hospital care	43
inpatient care	43
minimally invasive procedures	51
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	23

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	114

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	11
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	49
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	39
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	38
gastrointestinal procedures	40
hospital care	19
inpatient care	19
minimally invasive procedures	40
preventive care	9
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	11

**Gender**
Male	67
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	139
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	40

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	36
Dementia	16
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	74
doctor visit	96
gastrointestinal procedures	162
hospital care	62
inpatient care	62
minimally invasive procedures	162
preventive care	36
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	74

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, IN were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

diagnostic procedures	31
doctor visit	58
gastrointestinal procedures	68
hospital care	45
inpatient care	45
minimally invasive procedures	68
preventive care	20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD.

**Gender**
Female	67
Male	57

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	111
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	5
75 to 84	14
Less than 65	37
65 to 74	51

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD From 2014 - 2021

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

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD graduated from American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine. He has a state license in Iowa.

Medical School: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine

Licensed In: Iowa

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

University of Iowa

University of Iowa Health Care

Parkview Health System

Parkview Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.67 out of 5 stars based on 212 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Mohamad Mokadem, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Fort Wayne, IN.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Apollo Endosurgery US Inc	$865 Orbera $865
Novo Nordisk Inc	$541 Wegovy $484	$57
Medtronic, Inc.	$253 GI GENIUS $253
AbbVie, Inc.	$120 Humira $16	$104
APOLLO ENDOSURGERY INC	$52 Overstitch $52

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$836
Food and Beverage	$511
Education	$484

Biography

Dr. Mohamad Mokadem works as an adult gastroenterology. Dr. Mokadem's hospital/clinic affiliations include Parkview Health, Parkview Health System, and the University of Iowa Health Care.