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Dr. Rachael Clark, MD

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Specializes in: Family Medicine

Temple University School of Medicine

Professional interests include: skin issues, endometrial biopsy, Nexplanon insertion, and more.

1260 E. Woodland Avenue Suite 200
Springfield, PA 19064

(610) 690-4490

Dr. Rachael Clark, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Springfield, PA specializing in family medicine. She graduated from Temple University School of Medicine. Dr. Rachael Clark, MD is affiliated with Crozer Health.

Office Locations

Address:

1260 E. Woodland Avenue Suite 200
Springfield, PA 19064

Address:

1316 W Ontario Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

Address:

5 S. State Road
Beverly Hills, PA 19082

Some issues Dr. Rachael Clark, MD can help you with:

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

In The News

“"Implementing Care Optimization for Person's Emotions, Mood, and Other Related Experiences" (I COPE MORE) led by Temple Health faculty physicians David O'Gurek, MD, and Rachael Clark, MD, and...”—"Independence Blue Cross Awards 2022 Clinical Care Innovation Grants to Jefferson Health, Temple Health, Penn Medicine, and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic", Associated Press News, July 2022

hospital care	46
inpatient care	47

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	24

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	50
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

hospital care	101
inpatient care	81
outpatient care	20

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	39

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	42
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	19
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	38
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	47
Dementia	22
Cancer	0

hospital care	49
inpatient care	50

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	24

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	30
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	15
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	27
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

hospital care	90
inpatient care	91

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	35

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	30
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	27
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	40
Dementia	21
Cancer	0

doctor visit	13
hospital care	51
inpatient care	52

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	27

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	37
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	19
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	19

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	25
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	50
Dementia	21
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	49

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	47
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	31
Dementia	15
Cancer	0

doctor visit	75

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rachael Clark, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Rachael Clark, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Springfield, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, outpatient care and blood draw.

blood draw	10
doctor visit	44
hospital care	68
inpatient care	65
outpatient care	20

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rachael Clark, MD.

**Gender**
Male	14
Female	19

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

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	10

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rachael Clark, MD From 2015 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Rachael Clark, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	0
Dementia	7

Education & Training

Dr. Rachael Clark, MD graduated from Temple University School of Medicine. She completed residency at Crozer-Chester Medical Center. She is certified by the Board Certification: Family Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Temple University School of Medicine

Residency: Crozer-Chester Medical Center

Board Certification: Board Certification: Family Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Rachael Clark, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Crozer Health

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$36 STEGLATRO $25	NEXPLANON $11
QIAGEN SCIENCES LLC	$16 MDx Quantiferon $16
HOLOGIC INC	$12 APTIMA HPV $12

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$64

Biography

Dr. Rachael Clark's area of specialization is family medicine. Her areas of expertise include primary care, joint injections, and endometrial biopsy. Dr. Clark's education and training includes medical school at Temple University School of Medicine and residency at Crozer-Chester Medical Center. She is professionally affiliated with Crozer Health. Crozer Health reports that Dr. Clark is accepting new patients at her office in Springfield, PA.