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Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD

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Specializes in: Neurosurgery

University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine

Professional interests include: minimally invasive spine surgery, cerebrovascular disease, arteriovenous (AV) fistula, and more.

2525 Court Drive
Gastonia, NC 28054

(704) 834-2000

Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD is a neurosurgeon in Huntersville, NC specializing in neurosurgery. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD is affiliated with Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates, CaroMont Health and CAROLINA NEUROSURGERY AND SPINE ASSOCIATES PA.

Office Locations

Address:

10314 Hamptons Park Drive
Huntersville, NC 28078

Address:

225 Baldwin Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28204

Address:

2525 Court Drive
Gastonia, NC 28054

Some issues Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD can help you with:

Ischemic Stroke

Ischemic stroke is the more common form of stroke and occurs when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Ischemic strokes are caused by blood clots or by built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol) in the arteries and are dangerous medical events that require immediate treatment.

Ischemic strokes are severe because it restricts blood flow and an inadequate blood supply damages the brain, which cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients. Ischemic strokes may alter appearance by leaving one side of the face paralyzed, also affecting speech and communication. Additionally, ischemic strokes can result in impaired movement, cognitive ability, and can impede important physical functions like walking.

The main cause of ischemic stroke is from plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol) accumulating in blood vessels. Plaque causes atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden with cholesterol, fat, and calcium, causing damage to the endothelium (inner layer of cells in the arteries), which in turn restricts blood flow. At some point, a large blockage of plaque or bits of broken up plaque may result in an ischemic stroke.

People who are older are more likely to have ischemic strokes due to accumulated plaque. Additionally, certain repeated behaviors are associated with an increased risk of ischemic stroke. These behaviors include:

Smoking
High fat diet
Lack of exercise
High salt diet
Alcohol abuse

Conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and high levels of cholesterol and lipids are also known to be correlated with ischemic strokes. If possible, people are advised to avoid modifiable risk factors (factors one can change themselves) such as smoking and lack of exercise by keeping an active lifestyle and a healthy diet.

Signs of stroke include:

Disorientation or confusion
Difficulty speaking
Difficulty walking
Impaired vision
Weakness in the face, legs, or arms
Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Hospital treatment generally begins immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed using a catheter (thin needle) to the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Ischemic stroke patients who have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brain was obstructed may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, ischemic stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of ischemic stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate ischemic stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

doctor visit	8
hospital care	45
inpatient care	45

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	45

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

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	19
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	40
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	23
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	44
Dementia	16
Cancer	0

doctor visit	113
hospital care	334
inpatient care	334
vascular procedures	71

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	147
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	57
85 and over	14
Less than 65	45

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	40
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	41
Dementia	23
Cancer	10

catheterization	14
doctor visit	181
hospital care	251
inpatient care	251
minimally invasive procedures	14
spinal procedures	12
vascular procedures	68

**Gender**
Male	122
Female	145

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	210
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	99
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	17
Less than 65	72

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	33
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	36
Dementia	21
Cancer	13

doctor visit	101
hospital care	184
inpatient care	184
vascular procedures	62

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	185
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	21
Less than 65	57

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	42
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	41
Dementia	23
Cancer	14

brain imaging (neuroimaging)	36
catheterization	18
CT scan	37
doctor visit	136
hospital care	121
inpatient care	121
minimally invasive procedures	18
spinal procedures	16
vascular procedures	71

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	159
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	23
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	44
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	35
Dementia	25
Cancer	13

brain imaging (neuroimaging)	105
catheterization	54
CT scan	90
doctor visit	456
hospital care	214
inpatient care	214
lab tests	30
minimally invasive procedures	54
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	15
spinal procedures	85
vascular procedures	237
X-rays	31

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD treated as a neurosurgeon in Huntersville, NC were hospital care, inpatient care, CT scan and vascular procedures.

brain imaging (neuroimaging)	12
catheterization	28
CT scan	63
doctor visit	169
hospital care	191
inpatient care	191
lab tests	30
minimally invasive procedures	28
MRI (magnetic resonance imaging)	15
spinal procedures	39
vascular procedures	46
X-rays	31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD.

**Gender**
Male	38
Female	50

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	2
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	68
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	27
85 and over	6
Less than 65	18
65 to 74	34

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD From 2016 - 2021

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

Hypertension	34
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	17
Atrial Fibrillation	5
Cancer	4
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons and has a state license in North Carolina.

Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine

Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Neurological Surgeons

Licensed In: North Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. William Richard Stetler Jr., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates

CaroMont Health

CAROLINA NEUROSURGERY AND SPINE ASSOCIATES PA

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Stryker Corporation	$4,195 Target $1,550	SURPASS EVOLVE $1,500	Trevo $814	AVS ANCHOR-L $172	Core $159
Globus Medical, Inc.	$1,668 Excelsius - GPS $1,514	Excelsius GPS $154
Medtronic, Inc.	$989 PIPELINE $266	REACTTM $240	RIST $154	Duet $147	SOLITAIRE X $39	Other $144
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$783 PIPELINE $712	O-ARM-Spine $56	KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty $15
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc.	$649 EXPEDIUM $388	SYNAPSE $120	Symphony $70	Teligen $42	EMBOTRAP $12	Other $18
Other	$418 SYNAPSE $125	BARRICAID ACD (ANNULAR CLOSURE DEVICE) $27	Gliadel $24	8F Base Camp Sheath System $23	Azur CX Detachable $19	Other $200

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$3,850
Food and Beverage	$2,797
Travel and Lodging	$2,054

Biography

Dr. William Stetler practices neurosurgery. These areas are among Dr. Stetler's clinical interests: brain aneurysm, neurosurgery, and arteriovenous (AV) fistula. His professional affiliations include Carolina Neurosurgery & Spine Associates and CaroMont Health. He graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan.

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

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