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Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO

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Specializes in: Physiatry (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2005 - 2010)

Professional interests include: stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis (MS), and more.

3009 SW Williston Road
Gainesville, FL 32608

(352) 294-5400

Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO is a physiatrist in Gainesville, FL specializing in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). She graduated from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO is affiliated with UF Health and FLORIDA CLINICAL PRACTICE ASSOCIATION INC.

Office Locations

Address:

3009 SW Williston Road
Gainesville, FL 32608

Address:

1505 SW Archer Road
Gainesville, FL 32608

Address:

4197 NW 86th Terrace Building 2, Third floor
Gainesville, FL 32606

Some issues Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO can help you with:

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.

diagnostic procedures	25
doctor visit	413
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
spinal procedures	12
X-rays	12

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	161

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	201
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	109
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	21
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

diagnostic procedures	34
doctor visit	435
hospital care	183
injections	21
inpatient care	183
pain management	21
spinal procedures	12
X-rays	12

**Gender**
Male	135
Female	199

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	286
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	110
85 and over	39
Less than 65	47

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	13
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	458
hospital care	165
inpatient care	165
spinal procedures	13
X-rays	13

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	179

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	260
Black	33
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	135
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	42
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	37
Dementia	16
Cancer	13

doctor visit	8
hospital care	917
inpatient care	917

**Gender**
Male	142
Female	120

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	238
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	103
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	28
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	43
Ischemic Heart Disease	54
Depression	53
Chronic Kidney Disease	60
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	47
Dementia	32
Cancer	11

doctor visit	8
hospital care	1218
inpatient care	1218

**Gender**
Male	165
Female	153

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	290
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	37
Less than 65	74

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	29
Ischemic Heart Disease	56
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	65
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	50
Dementia	31
Cancer	16

doctor visit	80
hospital care	938
inpatient care	938

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO treated as a physiatrist in Gainesville, FL were hospital care, inpatient care, diagnostic procedures and pain management.

diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	235
hospital care	576
injections	21
inpatient care	576
pain management	21
spinal procedures	12
X-rays	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO.

**Gender**
Female	81
Male	64

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	4
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	127
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	16
75 to 84	42
Less than 65	26
65 to 74	60

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	9
Cancer	5

Education & Training

Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO graduated from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010. She completed residency at Albany Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has a state license in Kentucky.

Medical School: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2010)

Residency: Albany Medical Center (2015)

Board Certification: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Licensed In: Kentucky

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UF Health

FLORIDA CLINICAL PRACTICE ASSOCIATION INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Allergan, Inc.	$791 BOTOX $791
Merz North America, Inc.	$358 Xeomin $358
AbbVie, Inc.	$214 $214
Amgen Inc.	$211 Aimovig $122	Enbrel $61	Prolia $27
Pfizer Inc.	$161 EUCRISA $115	LYRICA $31	XELJANZ $15
Other	$737 BOTOX $186	Vascepa $140	LUMIZYME $115	Dynasplint $83	KEVZARA SARILUMAB INJECTION $68	Other $145

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,461
Education	$10

Biography

Dr. Paula Ackerman is a specialist in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation) in Gainesville, FL. Her areas of expertise include the following: peripheral neuropathy, multiple sclerosis (MS), and parkinson's disease. She obtained her medical school training at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine and performed her residency at Albany Medical Center. Dr. Ackerman is affiliated with UF Health. She welcomes new patients at her office inGainesville, FL as reported by Doctor.com.

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Paula Diane Ackerman, DO From 2016 - 2021

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