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Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD

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Specializes in: Family Medicine

Professional interests include: asthma, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), skin issues, and more.

525 S Watson Road Suite 200
Buckeye, AZ 85326

(602) 726-8750

Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Buckeye, AZ specializing in family medicine. Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD is affiliated with Abrazo Health and VHS OUTPATIENT CLINICS INC.

Office Locations

Address:

525 S Watson Road Suite 200
Buckeye, AZ 85326

Some issues Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD can help you with:

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:

Allergens (dust mites, pet fur, mold, pollen, grass)
Irritants (smoke, pollution, dust, chemicals)
Viral infections
Physical activity, especially outdoors
Certain medications or chemicals in foods (aspirin, sulfites)

Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.

There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.

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.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

blood draw	107
diabetes management	36
lab tests	309
preventive care	72
thyroid function tests	17

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	37
Black	0
Hispanic	24
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	15
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	97
diabetes management	69
lab tests	222
preventive care	76
thyroid function tests	12

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	0
Hispanic	16
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	37
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

blood draw	44
diabetes management	30
doctor visit	86
lab tests	57
preventive care	23

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	114

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	166
Black	0
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	118
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

doctor visit	392
lab tests	14
preventive care	17
vaccines	19

**Gender**
Male	122
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	172
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	109
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	12
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

breathing treatment	10
diabetes management	44
doctor visit	552
lab tests	59
preventive care	105
vaccines	61

**Gender**
Male	152
Female	142

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	226
Black	18
Hispanic	37
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	162
From 75 to 84	62
85 and over	17
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	5
Cancer	7

diabetes management	48
doctor visit	657
lab tests	54
preventive care	132
vaccines	84

**Gender**
Male	195
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	269
Black	26
Hispanic	45
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	187
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	19
Less than 65	63

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	29
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

diabetes management	75
doctor visit	613
lab tests	88
preventive care	135
vaccines	60

**Gender**
Male	182
Female	155

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	247
Black	29
Hispanic	47
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	196
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	15
Less than 65	52

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

diabetes management	71
doctor visit	533
lab tests	83
preventive care	130
vaccines	59

**Gender**
Male	167
Female	150

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	234
Black	30
Hispanic	41
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	64
85 and over	11
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Dementia	4
Cancer	9

blood draw	338
diabetes management	186
doctor visit	1051
lab tests	192
preventive care	278
vaccines	92

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Buckeye, AZ were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and diabetes management.

blood draw	146
diabetes management	70
doctor visit	555
lab tests	126
preventive care	110
thyroid function tests	14
vaccines	64

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD.

**Gender**
Male	99
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	10
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	140
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	26
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	7
75 to 84	34
Less than 65	35
65 to 74	104

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Dementia	2
Cancer	5

Education & Training

He has a state license in Arizona.

Licensed In: Arizona

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sasi Krishna Ghanta, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Abrazo Health

VHS OUTPATIENT CLINICS INC

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$156 BRILINTA $111	FARXIGA $33	SYMBICORT $12
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC	$133 PRALUENT $115	TOUJEO $18
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.	$91 Adempas $91
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$79 TANZEUM $65	BREO $13
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$65 meters $33	XARELTO $32
Other	$306 VYVANSE $36	Da Vinci Surgical System $32	LINZESS $31	NON-PRODUCT $29	Nuedexta $19	Other $158

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$790
Education	$40

Biography

Dr. Sasi Ghanta is a physician who specializes in family medicine. His clinical interests include diabetes management, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and acne. He is professionally affiliated with Abrazo Health. Doctor.com reports that Dr. Ghanta is accepting new patients at his office in Buckeye, AZ.

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