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Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD

(Brant K. Oelschlager)
Specializes in: General Surgery and Gastroenterology (Digestive System)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
Professional interests include: stomach cancer, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), stomach problems, and more.
1959 NE Pacific Street
Seattle, WA 98195

Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA specializing in general surgery and gastroenterology (digestive system). He graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and THE ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS.

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Office Locations

1959 NE Pacific Street
Seattle, WA 98195
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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.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

gastrointestinal procedures

In 2024, Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD had a list price for gastrointestinal procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Washington. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

diagnostic EGD
diagnostic endoscopy
diagnostic upper endoscopy
endoscopy
esophagogastroduodenoscopy
gastrointestinal endoscopy
minimally invasive procedures
upper endoscopy

In 2012, Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD had a list price for diagnostic EGD, diagnostic endoscopy, diagnostic upper endoscopy, endoscopy, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, minimally invasive procedures, and upper endoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Washington. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2012 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 18
doctor visit 136
gastrointestinal procedures 225
minimally invasive procedures 67
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2013 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 12
doctor visit 75
gastrointestinal procedures 282
minimally invasive procedures 79
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 12

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 117
Female 169
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 247
Black 0
Hispanic 13
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 147
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2013

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 13
Osteoperosis 6
Atrial Fibrilation 7
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2014 were gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 105
gastrointestinal procedures 260
minimally invasive procedures 23

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 143
Female 180
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 285
Black 0
Hispanic 13
Asian 11
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 173
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2014

Hypertension 56
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 26
Dementia 4
Cancer 8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2015 were gastrointestinal procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 72
gastrointestinal procedures 136
minimally invasive procedures 51

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 188
Female 202
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 326
Black 0
Hispanic 24
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 192
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 104

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2015

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 22
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 22
Diabetes 21
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2016 were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, open surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

abdominal surgery 15
doctor visit 82
gastrointestinal procedures 44
minimally invasive procedures 29
neck surgery 15
open surgery 15

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 61
Female 72
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 114
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 73
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2016

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 29
Asthma 27
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 22
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 93
gastrointestinal procedures 34
minimally invasive procedures 34

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 67
Female 80
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 126
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 69
From 75 to 84 41
85 and over 12
Less than 65 25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2017

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 26
Diabetes 22
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 115
gastrointestinal procedures 33
minimally invasive procedures 33

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 61
Female 68
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 106
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 70
From 75 to 84 36
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2018

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 18
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 105
gastrointestinal procedures 27
minimally invasive procedures 27

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 59
Female 65
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 108
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 64
From 75 to 84 42
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2019

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 20
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 83
gastrointestinal procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 44
Female 54
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 85
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 63
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2020

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 19
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 85
gastrointestinal procedures 13
minimally invasive procedures 13

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 54
Female 57
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 95
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 61
From 75 to 84 30
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2021

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 22
Dementia 0
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 106
gastrointestinal procedures 11
minimally invasive procedures 11

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 55
Female 65
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 96
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 71
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2022

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 73
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 22
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 23
Dementia 0
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 84

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 47
Female 43
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 75
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 53
From 75 to 84 25
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2023

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 23
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 30
Dementia 0
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA during 2024 were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 90
gastrointestinal procedures 14
minimally invasive procedures 14

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 51
Female 45
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 81
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 57
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD in 2024

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 73
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 21
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated as a general surgeon in Seattle, WA were gastrointestinal procedures, minimally invasive procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and open surgery.

abdominal surgery 15
diagnostic procedures 15
doctor visit 94
gastrointestinal procedures 90
minimally invasive procedures 32
neck surgery 15
open surgery 15
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 72
Female 84
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 134
Hispanic 3
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 20
85 and over 0
Less than 65 22
65 to 74 84

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 57
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 12
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 21
Atrial Fibrillation 14
Cancer 10
Dementia 1

Education & Training

Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the General Surgery, American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: General Surgery, American Board of Surgery (2001)

Licensed In: Washington

Ratings & Reviews

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Cook Biotech Incorporated $5,715
$5,715
Cook Incorporated $4,886 SUR - SIS
$4,836 		SUR - CBDE
$50
Endogastric Solutions, Inc $2,036 EsophyX
$2,036
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. $344 Da Vinci Surgical System
$344
Stryker Corporation $79 1588 HD 3 Chip Camera
$79
Other $15 RESOLUTION CLIP
$15
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $11,315
Food and Beverage $1,416
Travel and Lodging $344

Research Payments

Dr. Brant Kurt Oelschlager, FACS, MD has received 8 research payments totaling $125,233.

Biography

Dr. Brant Oelschlager is a specialist in gastroenterology (digestive system) and general surgery in Seattle, WA. His areas of expertise consist of esophageal cancer and stomach cancer. Dr. Oelschlager is professionally affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. His education and training includes medical school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington. Dr. Oelschlager has received the following distinctions: Seattle Met's 2025 Top Doctors Award and Seattle Magazine's 2025 Top Doctors Award.

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