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Dr. Sunhee Park, MD

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Specializes in: Gastroenterology (Digestive System), General Practice and Adult Gastroenterology

Rush Medical College

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders)

101 The City Drive South Building 22C
Orange, CA 92868

(949) 398-1440

Dr. Sunhee Park, MD is a gastroenterologist in Orange, CA specializing in gastroenterology (digestive system), general practice and adult gastroenterology. She graduated from Rush Medical College. Dr. Sunhee Park, MD is affiliated with UC Irvine Health, UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Digestive Disease Center and UC REGENTS.

Office Locations

Address:

101 The City Drive South Building 22C
Orange, CA 92868

Address:

1640 Newport Boulevard Suite 100
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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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	33
doctor visit	39
gastrointestinal procedures	32
minimally invasive procedures	32
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	33

**Gender**
Male	46
Female	48

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	56
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	34
Dementia	17
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	109
doctor visit	212
gastrointestinal procedures	108
minimally invasive procedures	108
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	109

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	119

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	103
Black	0
Hispanic	50
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	89
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	41
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

diagnostic procedures	109
doctor visit	203
gastrointestinal procedures	108
hospital care	28
inpatient care	28
minimally invasive procedures	108
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	109

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	143

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	124
Black	0
Hispanic	46
Asian	53
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	105
From 75 to 84	59
85 and over	17
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	0
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	17

diagnostic procedures	91
doctor visit	178
gastrointestinal procedures	90
minimally invasive procedures	90
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	91

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	125

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	96
Black	0
Hispanic	47
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	13
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	25
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

diagnostic procedures	447
doctor visit	396
gastrointestinal procedures	461
hospital care	28
inpatient care	28
minimally invasive procedures	461
preventive care	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	447

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2017 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sunhee Park, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sunhee Park, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	158
doctor visit	206
gastrointestinal procedures	160
hospital care	28
inpatient care	28
minimally invasive procedures	160
preventive care	14
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	158

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2017 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sunhee Park, MD.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	43

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	6
Non-Hispanic White	37
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	14
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	19
85 and over	3
Less than 65	10
65 to 74	30

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sunhee Park, MD From 2017 - 2021

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

Hypertension	20
High Cholesterol	22
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	14
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	5
Dementia	4

Education & Training

Dr. Sunhee Park, MD graduated from Rush Medical College. She completed residency at University of Southern California (USC) Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - General and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Rush Medical College

Residency: University of Southern California (USC) Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine - General

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sunhee Park, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UC Irvine Health

UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Digestive Disease Center

UC REGENTS

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$25,636 Humira $11,588	Rinvoq $7,748	Skyrizi $6,300
Lilly USA, LLC	$9,231 $9,231
Pfizer Inc.	$4,961 XELJANZ $4,961
Nestle HealthCare Nutrition Inc.	$3,735 $3,735
Celgene Corporation	$721 ZEPOSIA $721
Other	$1,734 EchoTip $388	Humira $278	STELARA $234	ENTYVIO $179	Hemospray $156	Other $499

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$30,279
Consulting Fee	$7,110
Travel and Lodging	$6,030
Food and Beverage	$2,594
Education	$5

Research Payments

Dr. Sunhee Park, MD has received 34 research payments totaling $99,192.

Biography

Dr. Sunhee Park's medical specialty is general practice and adult gastroenterology. In her practice, Dr. Park focuses on gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders) and internal medicine. She is affiliated with UC Irvine Health. She has an open panel in Costa Mesa, CA according to Yext. She graduated from Rush Medical College and then she performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Southern California (USC). Dr. Park has received the distinction of Physicians of Excellence, Orange County Medical Association.