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Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Professional interests include: gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), telehealth services

908 Jefferson Street Ninth & Jefferson Building
Seattle, WA 98104

(206) 520-5000

Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD is a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA specializing in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD is affiliated with UW Medicine and ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS.

Office Locations

Address:

1959 Ne Pacific Street
Seattle, WA 98195

Address:

325 9th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104

Address:

410 9th Avenue Endoscopy Suite at Harborview
Seattle, WA 98104

Address:

908 Jefferson Street Ninth & Jefferson Building
Seattle, WA 98104

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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	10
gastrointestinal procedures	6
minimally invasive procedures	6
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	10

**Gender**
Male	15
Female	18

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	17
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	73
Depression	48
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	36
Heart Failure	75
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	61
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

diagnostic procedures	61
gastrointestinal procedures	105
hospital care	18
inpatient care	18
minimally invasive procedures	105
preventive care	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	61

**Gender**
Male	83
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	83
Black	42
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	16
Ischemic Heart Disease	55
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	68
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	32
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	45
Dementia	23
Cancer	25

diagnostic procedures	79
doctor visit	35
gastrointestinal procedures	93
hospital care	50
inpatient care	50
minimally invasive procedures	93
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	79

**Gender**
Male	82
Female	77

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	98
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	21
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	42

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Dementia	16
Cancer	8

diagnostic procedures	109
doctor visit	56
gastrointestinal procedures	128
hospital care	61
inpatient care	61
minimally invasive procedures	128
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	109

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	101

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	122
Black	26
Hispanic	12
Asian	35
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	110
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	48

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	35
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

diagnostic procedures	83
gastrointestinal procedures	96
hospital care	13
inpatient care	13
minimally invasive procedures	96
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	83

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	55

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	89
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	28
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

diagnostic procedures	224
gastrointestinal procedures	273
minimally invasive procedures	273
preventive care	9
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	224

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	95
doctor visit	45
gastrointestinal procedures	120
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
minimally invasive procedures	120
preventive care	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	95

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD.

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	31

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	10
Asian / Pacific Islander	7
Non-Hispanic White	40
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	3
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12
65 to 74	33

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD From 2016 - 2021

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

Hypertension	33
High Cholesterol	25
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	10
Cancer	5
Dementia	6

Education & Training

He has a state license in Washington.

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UW Medicine

ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Boston Scientific Corporation	$26,022 General - Biliary Devices $25,000	GENERAL - POLYPECTOMY $126	GENERAL THERAPIES $122	GENERAL - THERAPIES $112	$662
Apollo Endosurgery US Inc	$751 Overstitch $751
Wilson Cook Medical Incorporated	$633 Cook Medical Endoscopic Ultrasound $633
Covidien LP	$278 Smart Pill $147	Beacon $86	Barrx $46
STERIS Corporation	$217 TruFreeze $217
Other	$246 Cook Medical Biliary $133	Cook Medical Endoscopic Ultrasound $26	$87

**Types of Payments**
Grant	$25,000
Food and Beverage	$1,404
Travel and Lodging	$1,157
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$500
Gift	$87

Biography

Dr. Yutaka Tomizawa is a physician who specializes in adult gastroenterology. Dr. Tomizawa's clinical interests include gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders) and telehealth services. In addition to English, he speaks Japanese. He is affiliated with UW Medicine.