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Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Rheumatology

Professional interests include: vasculitis, joint pain, arthritis, and more.

1906 Braeburn Drive
Salem, VA 24153

(540) 444-5600

Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD is a rheumatologist in Salem, VA specializing in adult rheumatology. Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD is affiliated with LewisGale Medical Center, HCA Virginia and LEWIS GALE PHYSICIANS LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

1906 Braeburn Drive
Salem, VA 24153

Some issues Dr. Sorina Dancea, 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.

Trigger Finger Surgery

"Trigger finger," or stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition where the tendons at the base of a finger become irritated and swollen. They may develop small lumps similar to scar tissue. As the swollen, bumpy tendons pass through their sheath, a tunnel of connective tissue that holds them in place, they become stuck. The finger gets frozen in a bent, curled position. If forced, the finger can be straightened. When this happens, the stuck tendons slip through all at once, often causing a popping or clicking noise. Many cases of trigger finger respond well to non-surgical treatments such as NSAIDs, splints, or injected steroids. However, in severe cases, surgery may be necessary.

During trigger finger surgery, the tendons at the base of the affected finger are identified and the sheath is opened up, allowing the tendons to move freely without getting stuck. This can be done through a tiny incision in the palm, or even without an incision at all, using the tip of a needle. Most people are able to move their fingers normally, bending and straightening their finger without catching or popping, right away after surgery. Although patients may have some pain and stiffness as they heal, recovery is quick.

aspiration	42
blood draw	17
doctor visit	275
injections	42
musculoskeletal imaging	210
vertebral fracture assessment (VFA)	57
X-rays	210

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	313

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	350
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	42
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	17
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	34
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	31
Dementia	4
Cancer	12

aspiration	48
blood draw	125
doctor visit	331
injections	48
lab tests	346

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	108

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	16
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

aspiration	49
doctor visit	487
injections	49

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	362

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	426
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	36
Less than 65	92

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	26
Dementia	5
Cancer	8

aspiration	104
doctor visit	656
injections	104

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	294
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	135
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	31
Less than 65	59

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	29
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

aspiration	167
doctor visit	845
hospital care	13
injections	167
inpatient care	13
preventive care	16
vaccines	16

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	372

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	436
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	133
85 and over	49
Less than 65	84

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

aspiration	162
doctor visit	960
injections	162
preventive care	12
vaccines	12

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	391

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	445
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	228
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	39
Less than 65	76

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	33
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

aspiration	129
doctor visit	1020
injections	129
preventive care	16
vaccines	16

**Gender**
Male	98
Female	402

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	461
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	240
From 75 to 84	146
85 and over	37
Less than 65	77

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	35
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

aspiration	153
doctor visit	968
injections	153
preventive care	16
vaccines	16

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	390

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	451
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	235
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	37
Less than 65	66

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	37
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Dementia	6
Cancer	7

aspiration	289
doctor visit	1775
injections	289

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD treated as a rheumatologist in Salem, VA were lab tests, X-rays, musculoskeletal imaging and aspiration.

aspiration	127
blood draw	71
doctor visit	814
hospital care	13
injections	127
inpatient care	13
lab tests	346
musculoskeletal imaging	210
preventive care	15
vaccines	15
vertebral fracture assessment (VFA)	57
X-rays	210

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD.

**Gender**
Female	258
Male	64

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	286
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	28
75 to 84	95
Less than 65	52
65 to 74	146

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, osteoperosis and diabetes.

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	24
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	20
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Cancer	6
Dementia	4

Education & Training

She completed residency at Norwalk Hospital. She has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: Norwalk Hospital (2007)

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sorina Dancea, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

LewisGale Medical Center

HCA Virginia

LEWIS GALE PHYSICIANS LLC

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Pfizer Inc.	$155 XELJANZ $155
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$153 COSENTYX $153
Amgen Inc.	$150 Prolia $118	Enbrel $32
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$131 BENLYSTA $131
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$107 ORENCIA $107
Other	$360 ACTHAR- RHEUM $83	Humira $47	LUPKYNIS $39	PENNSAID $30	XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System $30	Other $131

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$1,017
Education	$39

Biography

Dr. Sorina Dancea is a specialist in adult rheumatology. Dr. Dancea's clinical interests include joint pain, osteoporosis, and connective tissue disorders. She trained at Norwalk Hospital for residency. In addition to English, Dr. Dancea (or staff) speaks Romanian and French. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include LewisGale Medical Center and HCA Virginia.