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Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD

(Dr. David B. Goldfarb, MD)

(87 Ratings)

Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Northeast Ohio Medical University (1991)

Professional interests include: hysterectomy (uterus removal), embolization, hysteroscopy, and more.

600 N Pickaway St Noecker Building - 2nd Floor
Circleville, OH 43113

(740) 474-5024

Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. He graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1991 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD is affiliated with Mount Carmel Health System and Ohio Health.

Office Locations

1180 N Court Street Suite B
Circleville, OH 43113

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Mount Carmel Health System

600 N Pickaway St Noecker Building - 2nd Floor
Circleville, OH 43113

(740) 474-5024

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869 N Bridge Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601

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Some issues Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD can help you with:

Endometrial Ablation

Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys and removes a thin layer of the uterine lining. It is usually performed to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, especially if bleeding cannot be controlled by medications. After an endometrial ablation, periods often stop completely. If they do not, they are much lighter and easier to manage.

There are many different ways that the uterine lining can be removed, including radiofrequency, heat, microwaves, and cold. Ablations are usually performed with local anesthetic by an OB/GYN. A probe is inserted into the uterus through the vagina, and the end of the probe is expanded or moved around to access the uterine lining. Cramping and discharge afterwards are normal, but the procedure is not particularly painful.

Endometrial ablation is not for everyone. It shouldn't be done by women who have reached menopause, or women with uterine cancer or uterine infections. It is important to remember that an endometrial ablation does not remove the uterus or ovaries, so regular pelvic exams are still important after this procedure. Women who are considering endometrial ablation should also be done having children. Pregnancy is possible after an endometrial ablation, though not likely. If pregnancy does occur, an ablation increases the risks of miscarriage and other problems, so reliable birth control must be used after endometrial ablation all the way through menopause.

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
Cancer
Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

Weight gain
Acne
Facial or body hair
Thinning head hair
Missing or irregular periods
Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH during 2012 were breast exam, gynecologic procedures, preventive care and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	14
cytology	11
doctor visit	65
gynecologic pathology	11
gynecologic procedures	14
preventive care	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH during 2013 were preventive care, cytology, gynecologic pathology and breast exam.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	12
cytology	14
doctor visit	130
gynecologic pathology	14
gynecologic procedures	12
preventive care	14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	64

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	12
85 and over	0
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2013

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH during 2014 were preventive care, breast exam, gynecologic procedures and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	13
cytology	13
doctor visit	89
gynecologic pathology	13
gynecologic procedures	13
preventive care	13

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	55

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

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2014

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	54

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	80

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2015

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	70

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	55

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2016

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	47
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH during 2017 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	13
doctor visit	55
gynecologic procedures	13

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	50

**Age**
From 65 to 74	12
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2017

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH during 2018 were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

breast exam	12
doctor visit	31
gynecologic procedures	12

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	32

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2018

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	64

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	38

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2019

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	52

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	39

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2020

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	22

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2021

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	17

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	25

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

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2022

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

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Circleville, OH were breast exam, preventive care, gynecologic procedures and cytology.

breast exam	12
cytology	12
doctor visit	59
gynecologic pathology	12
gynecologic procedures	12
preventive care	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	42

**Age**
75 to 84	2
85 and over	0
Less than 65	16
65 to 74	6

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and asthma.

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	2
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	1
Asthma	4
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	4
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1991. He completed residency at University Hospitals, Cleveland. He is certified by the Board Certification: Am Bd Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University (1991)

Residency: University Hospitals, Cleveland (1995)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Am Bd Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Carmel Health System

Ohio Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.82 out of 5 stars based on 87 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Circleville, OH.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$5,771 DAVINCI XI $4,500	Da Vinci Surgical System $1,271
Ethicon US, LLC	$326 Energy Harmonic $326
Alydia Health	$33 JADA SYSTEM $33
Pfizer Inc.	$16 DUAVEE $16

**Types of Payments**
Education	$4,500
Travel and Lodging	$1,434
Food and Beverage	$213

Biography

Dr. David Goldfarb is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology in Circleville, OH and Chillicothe, OH. Areas of expertise for Dr. Goldfarb include laparoscopic hysterectomy, menopause, and contraception (birth control). His professional affiliations include Grant Medical Center, Mount Carmel Health System, and Berger Hospital. He is a graduate of Northeast Ohio Medical University and a graduate of the University Hospitals, Cleveland's residency program. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). According to Mount Carmel Health System, Dr. Goldfarb is not acceping new patients at this time.

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Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

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2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2013

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2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2014

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2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2015

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2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2016

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2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2017

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2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2018

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2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2019

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2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2020

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2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2021

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2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD in 2022

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Benjamin Goldfarb, MD From 2012 - 2022

Education & Training

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General Payments

Biography

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