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Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP

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Specializes in: Emergency Medicine

University of Arizona College of Medicine

Professional interests include: stroke, hypertension (high blood pressure), abdominal pain, and more.

5102 W. Campbell Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85301

(602) 344-5011

Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP is an emergency medicine doctor in Phoenix, AZ specializing in emergency medicine. She graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP is affiliated with District Medical Group.

Office Locations

Address:

2601 E Roosevelt Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008

Address:

5102 W. Campbell Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85301

Some issues Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP can help you with:

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

emergency care	95

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	40
Black	0
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

emergency care	43

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	20

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	25
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

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

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	41
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	84
Black	0
Hispanic	58
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	94

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	41
Dementia	15
Cancer	0

emergency care	65

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	34
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

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

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	29
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	44
Dementia	19
Cancer	0

emergency care	109

**Gender**
Male	65
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	53
Black	25
Hispanic	24
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	51

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	41
Dementia	22
Cancer	0

emergency care	88

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	40
Dementia	17
Cancer	0

emergency care	79

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	31

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	34
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	49
Dementia	23
Cancer	0

emergency care	70

**Gender**
Male	45
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	32
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

emergency care	97

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP treated as an emergency medicine doctor in Phoenix, AZ were emergency care.

emergency care	80

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP.

**Gender**
Female	32
Male	44

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	4
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	34
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	18
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	38
65 to 74	18

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	34
Atrial Fibrillation	2
Cancer	0
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP graduated from University of Arizona College of Medicine. She completed residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and has a state license in Arizona.

Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine

Residency: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Board Certification: American Board of Emergency Medicine

Licensed In: Arizona

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Patricia Bayless, MD, FACEP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

District Medical Group

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
BioXcel Therapeutics, Inc.	$122 IGALMI $122
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$121 ANDEXXA $121
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$81 ADASUVE $81

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$324

Biography

Dr. Patricia Bayless specializes in emergency medicine. Dr. Bayless's areas of expertise include the following: diabetes, gynecological problems, and bleeding. She is professionally affiliated with District Medical Group. She graduated from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. For her residency, Dr. Bayless trained at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She speaks Spanish.