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Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Tufts University School of Medicine (1971)

Professional interests include: inflammatory bowel disease, pancreatitis, malabsorption, and more.

226 Mill Hill Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06610

(203) 384-3235

Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD is a gastroenterologist in Bridgeport, CT specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1971 and has 54 years of experience. Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD is affiliated with Yale Medicine, Yale University and Yale New Haven Health.

Office Locations

Address:

226 Mill Hill Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06610

Address:

40 Temple Street Suite 1a1
New Haven, CT 06510

Some issues Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD can help you with:

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.

Nutrition Counseling

Food is one of the most basic resources the human body uses for growth and energy, tied intricately to well-being. Not only can diet affect health, but certain conditions can affect how the body processes food. Nutrition is the study of this complex interaction, and when patients seek the advice of an expert to help them manage food in their life, it is called nutrition counseling.

At the most basic level, nutrition counseling can be simply a talk with a family physician. Doctors receive training in nutrition as part of their education, and they are generally qualified to make recommendations about diet for their patients. Some doctors take a professional interest in nutrition and become experts by taking extra classes or studying nutrition in their practice. In general, however, complex nutrition guidance will be referred to a nutrition specialist, generally a dietitian.

Registered dietitians are nutrition experts that have passed specific higher education, accreditation, and internship requirements. They may work in hospitals, nursing facilities, or private practices to provide nutrition therapy and advise patients about their health and diet. Like dietitians, nutritionists also work to counsel patients about food and health. Some nutritionists have degrees in nutrition or food science, but the title 'nutritionist' is not protected by law. In the United States, anyone is allowed to call themselves a nutritionist, regardless of their education level.

Nutrition counseling can be useful for anyone who is looking to get to a healthy weight, manage a chronic illness through diet, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle. Some examples of issues that benefit from nutrition counseling include:

Obesity
Eating disorders
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Food allergies
Kidney disease
Digestive disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome
Cancer
Pregnancy or lactation
Participation in competitive sports

During a nutrition counseling appointment, the provider -- doctor, nutritionist, or dietitian -- typically will look over a the patient's medical history and talk to them about their current diet, their goals, what kinds of food they like, and any problems that they are currently struggling with in their health or diet. Then the specialist will help the patient set food goals and create a customized plan to help them meet their nutritional needs. Nutrition specialists may also offer classes, workshops, cooking demonstrations, and more. Their role is not to lecture the patient about what one should be eating, but to offer education and resources to make eating healthy foods easier.

In The News

“Rosemarie Fisher - professor emerita of medicine, emerita director of Resident/Fellow Well-being, and Title IX Deputy Coordinator in the Office of the Provost - recently received this year's Female...”—"Yale's Rosemarie Fisher receives Female Physician Leadership Award", Yale News, October 2020

doctor visit	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	12
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
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	27

**Gender**
Male	11
Female	20

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	19
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	13

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	45
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	35

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	52

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

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	32
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	67

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	41
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	24
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	49
Black	23
Hispanic	0
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	38

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	29
Dementia	13
Cancer	12

doctor visit	92

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	61

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	46

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	31
Dementia	15
Cancer	11

doctor visit	54

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	29

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	29
Black	11
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	27

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	51
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	38
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	32

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	36

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	39
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	20

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	69

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Bridgeport, CT were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

diagnostic procedures	12
doctor visit	55
gastrointestinal procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD.

**Gender**
Female	29
Male	17

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	7
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	23
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	14

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	15
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Dementia	2
Cancer	2

Education & Training

Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1971. She completed residency at Montefiore Medical Center. She has a state license in Connecticut.

Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine (1971)

Residency: Montefiore Medical Center

Licensed In: Connecticut

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Yale Medicine

Yale University

Yale New Haven Health

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CorVel, Great-West Healthcare, WellCare, MultiPlan, Community Care Network (CCN), United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Consumer Health Network, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Anthem, ConnectiCare, Focus Health Solutions, Prime Health, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), COMPWORKS, HEALTHCARE VALUE MANAGEMENT, MANAGED COMP, HUSKY and PREFERRED HEALTH WORKS.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Rosemarie Louise Fisher, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CorVel

Great-West Healthcare

WellCare

MultiPlan

Community Care Network (CCN)

United Healthcare

Aetna

TRICARE

Oxford Health Plans

Medicare

Consumer Health Network

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

Anthem

ConnectiCare

Focus Health Solutions

Prime Health

First Health

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

COMPWORKS

HEALTHCARE VALUE MANAGEMENT

MANAGED COMP

HUSKY

PREFERRED HEALTH WORKS

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Biography

Dr. Rosemarie Fisher is a specialist in adult gastroenterology. She works in New Haven, CT and Bridgeport, CT. Areas of expertise for Dr. Fisher include peptic ulcer, nutrition counseling, and crohn's disease. She seems to honor Anthem, ConnectiCare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. She is a graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Fisher completed her residency training at Montefiore Medical Center. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Yale Medicine and Yale New Haven Health. Yale New Haven Health reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Bridgeport, CT.