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Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

University of Florida College of Medicine

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

6600 Fish Pond Road #103
Waco, TX 76710

(254) 294-4780

Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD is a gastroenterologist in Waco, TX specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD is affiliated with Ascension Providence and Ascension.

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Address:

6600 Fish Pond Road #103
Waco, TX 76710

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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.

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“"There definitely is some disparity around diagnosis, around awareness and around progression," said Dr. Nadege Gunn, a gastroenterologist and hepatologist at Impact Research Institute and adjunct...”—"A 'quiet' liver disease is on the rise in kids and Hispanic people: What you need to know", USA Today, February 2023

doctor visit	40
gastrointestinal procedures	13
minimally invasive procedures	12

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

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

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	48
Dementia	0
Cancer	19

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	117
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	27
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	48
Dementia	10
Cancer	13

doctor visit	97
gastrointestinal procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	10

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	74
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	57
Dementia	12
Cancer	0

doctor visit	11

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
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

doctor visit	49

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	20

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	50

**Gender**
Male	15
Female	25

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

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

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2020

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Waco, TX were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	69
gastrointestinal procedures	20
hospital care	75
inpatient care	75
minimally invasive procedures	24
minor procedures	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2020

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD.

**Gender**
Female	22
Male	24

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	30
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	6
65 to 74	26

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD From 2015 - 2020

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

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	7
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	2
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Dementia	2
Cancer	3

Education & Training

Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine. She completed residency at Greenville Health System. She is certified by the The American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology The American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and has a state license in Georgia.

Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine

Residency: Greenville Health System

Board Certification: The American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology The American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Georgia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Ascension Providence

Ascension

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Gilead Sciences, Inc.	$170,819 Epclusa $154,213	Hepsera $8	$16,598
AbbVie, Inc.	$64,176 Mavyret $36,514	Viekira $11,013	Lupron $3,959	Humira $189	Technivie $15	Other $12,485
Gilead Sciences Inc	$47,138 Epclusa $24,821	Harvoni $14,493	Vosevi $4,699	Sovaldi $1,050	Vemlidy $82	Other $1,994
Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$40,654 Ocaliva $40,609	OCA $26	$20
Novo Nordisk Inc	$18,676 Ozempic $287	Wegovy $80	RYBELSUS $75	$18,234
Other	$38,382 XIFAXAN $6,391	Mavyret $3,101	Livmarli $2,200	Ozanimod $1,394	Stivarga $1,100	Other $24,196

**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	$196,340
Travel and Lodging	$59,548
Consulting Fee	$58,766
Compensation for serving as faculty or as a speaker for a non-accredited and noncertified continuing education program	$31,000
Food and Beverage	$24,154
Other	$10,036

Research Payments

Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD has received 94 research payments totaling $2,023,817.

Biography

Dr. Nadege Gunn is an adult gastroenterology specialist. In her practice, she is particularly interested in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders). She graduated from the University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Gunn's medical residency was performed at Greenville Health System. She is professionally affiliated with Ascension Providence.

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD in 2020

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2020

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Nadege Tacha Gunn, MD From 2015 - 2020

Education & Training

Affiliations & Hospitals

Ratings & Reviews

General Payments

Research Payments

Biography

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