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Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Professional interests include: colorectal problems, esophageal cancer, acid reflux (GERD), and more.

1307 Federal Street Allegheny Center for Digestive Health Federal North Medical Office ...
Pittsburgh, PA

(412) 359-8900

Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD is a gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, PA specializing in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network and ALLEGHENY CLINIC.

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1307 Federal Street Allegheny Center for Digestive Health Federal North Medical Office ...
Pittsburgh, PA

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1307 Federal Street Suite B100
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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500 Blazier Drive Suite 200
Wexford, PA

Some issues Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

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.

diagnostic procedures	8
doctor visit	12
gastrointestinal procedures	32
hospital care	142
inpatient care	142
minimally invasive procedures	32
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	8

**Gender**
Male	79
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	13
Less than 65	57

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	28
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	46
Dementia	26
Cancer	0

diagnostic procedures	10
doctor visit	28
gastrointestinal procedures	19
hospital care	109
inpatient care	109
minimally invasive procedures	19
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	10

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	78

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	126
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	41
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	52
doctor visit	61
gastrointestinal procedures	61
hospital care	117
inpatient care	117
minimally invasive procedures	61
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	52

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	99

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	16
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	31
Diabetes	41
Dementia	22
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	79
doctor visit	72
gastrointestinal procedures	77
hospital care	90
inpatient care	90
minimally invasive procedures	77
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	79

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	172
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	119
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	43

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	35
Dementia	14
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	51
doctor visit	57
gastrointestinal procedures	60
hospital care	72
inpatient care	72
minimally invasive procedures	60
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	51

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	83

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	36
Dementia	14
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	152
doctor visit	117
gastrointestinal procedures	150
hospital care	222
inpatient care	222
minimally invasive procedures	150
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	152

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Pittsburgh, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

diagnostic procedures	59
doctor visit	58
gastrointestinal procedures	68
hospital care	125
inpatient care	125
minimally invasive procedures	68
preventive care	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	59

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD.

**Gender**
Female	43
Male	41

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	73
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	2
75 to 84	6
Less than 65	20
65 to 74	44

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD From 2016 - 2021

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

Hypertension	36
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	4
Dementia	9

Education & Training

She completed residency at Allegheny General Hospital. She is certified by the AB Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Med-Gastroenterology and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: Allegheny General Hospital

Board Certification: AB Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Med-Gastroenterology

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Raktima Goswami, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allegheny Health Network

ALLEGHENY CLINIC

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$246 Humira $134	Mavyret $63	Moderiba $19	Lupron $18	$12
AbbVie Inc.	$78 Rinvoq $30	Skyrizi $26	Creon $22
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$75 Cresemba $75
ZOLL Services LLC (A/K/A ZOLL LifeCor Corp)	$62 LifeVest $62
Janssen Biotech, Inc.	$58 SIMPONI $46	REMICADE $12
Other	$269 ZENPEP $42	Xifaxan 550 mg $38	STELARA $30	SUCRAID $26	ENTYVIO $25	Other $109

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$733
Education	$55

Biography

Dr. Raktima Goswami's specialty is adult gastroenterology. She trained at Allegheny General Hospital for her residency. Her clinical interests include esophageal cancer, indigestion, and ulcers. Dr. Goswami (or staff) speaks Hindi. She is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.