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Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD

Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (1995)
Professional interests include: thyroid cancer, ENT cancer, parathyroid disease, and more.
200 Campus Drive Suite 400, Entrance 3
Hershey, PA 17033

Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD is an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in 1995 and has 31 years of experience. Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD is affiliated with Penn State Health.

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Office Locations

200 Campus Drive Suite 400, Entrance 3
Hershey, PA 17033
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500 University Drive
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 531-6822
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Some issues Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News 

“But what if the advice were to come from a friend, neighbor or fellow church... ELLSWORTH - Bradley J. Goldstein, MD, has co-authored a recently published "Handbook of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck...”—"Health Archives - Page 106 of 127 - The Ellsworth American", The Ellsworth American, December 2021
“ELLSWORTH - Bradley J. Goldstein, MD, has co-authored a recently published "Handbook of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery" with David Goldenberg, MD, an associate professor of surgery and...”—"MCMH Physician Co-authors Handbook of Otolaryngology - The Ellsworth American", The Ellsworth American, November 2010

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2023

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

Top 25%

By Affordability:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy
diagnostic laryngoscopy
fiberoptic laryngoscopy
flexible laryngoscopy
laryngeal procedures
laryngoscopy

In 2012, Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD had a list price for diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, diagnostic laryngoscopy, fiberoptic laryngoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, and laryngoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Pennsylvania. 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. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 182
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 27
minimally invasive procedures 27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 176
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 18
minimally invasive procedures 18

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 59
Female 57
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 104
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 51
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 12
Less than 65 29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2013

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 43
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 24
Diabetes 28
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 139
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 13
minimally invasive procedures 13

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 68
Female 60
Age
From 65 to 74 56
From 75 to 84 26
85 and over 13
Less than 65 33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2014

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 25
Dementia 9
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 187
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 18
minimally invasive procedures 18

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 142
Female 124
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 240
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 130
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2015

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 25
Dementia 8
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 215
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 24
minimally invasive procedures 24

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 58
Female 77
Age
From 65 to 74 80
From 75 to 84 25
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2016

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 59
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 19
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 20
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 192
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 28
minimally invasive procedures 28

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 59
Female 73
Age
From 65 to 74 79
From 75 to 84 24
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2017

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 29
Dementia 0
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 139
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 17
minimally invasive procedures 17

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 51
Female 70
Age
From 65 to 74 66
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2018

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 24
Diabetes 32
Dementia 0
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 149
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 22
minimally invasive procedures 22

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 62
Female 66
Age
From 65 to 74 63
From 75 to 84 38
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2019

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 36
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 19
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 103
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 26
minimally invasive procedures 26

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 56
Female 44
Age
From 65 to 74 54
From 75 to 84 28
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2020

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 41
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 24
Dementia 0
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 161
endocrine surgery 11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 44
minimally invasive procedures 44
neck surgery 11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 52
Female 63
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 102
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 68
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2021

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 25
Dementia 0
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, endocrine surgery and lobectomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 107
endocrine surgery 11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 28
lobectomy 11
minimally invasive procedures 28

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 46
Female 54
Age
From 65 to 74 51
From 75 to 84 30
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD in 2022

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 19
Dementia 0
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in Hershey, PA were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, endocrine surgery and neck surgery.

doctor visit 159
endocrine surgery 11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures 24
lobectomy 11
minimally invasive procedures 24
neck surgery 11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD.

Gender
Male 59
Female 62
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 40
Hispanic 0
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 23
85 and over 2
Less than 65 11
65 to 74 63

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

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

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 5
Osteoporosis 4
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 8
Cancer 10
Dementia 1

Education & Training

Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD graduated from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in 1995. He completed residency at Rambam Medical Center. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (1995)

Residency: Rambam Medical Center (2002)

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Penn State Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 280 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Goldenberg, FACS, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Hershey, PA. 

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc. $18,873 Portex
$6,705 		Airway
$490
$11,678
Ethicon US, LLC $5,236 Energy Harmonic
$4,040 		Energy Enseal
$1,000 		SURGICEL Family of Absorbable Hemostats
$60 		HARMONIC Product Family
$45 		Advanced Wound care
$42 		Other
$49
Medrobotics Inc. $2,118
$2,118
Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices & Diagnostics Group - Latin America, L.L.C. $1,600 HARMONIC Product Family
$1,600
DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. $170 MATRIXMIDFACE
$49 		TRUMATCH
$46 		CMF
$38 		Customized Surgical Solutions
$37
Other $737 LigaSure
$182 		OHNS - Biodesign
$175 		Powered ENT Instrument
$152 		Energy# Harmonic
$88 		Biosurgicals
$75 		Other
$65
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $17,804
Travel and Lodging $4,278
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $4,000
Food and Beverage $2,380
Entertainment $272

Biography

Dr. David Goldenberg is a specialist in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He works in Hershey, PA. He attended medical school at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. Dr. Goldenberg trained at Rambam Medical Center for residency. He is especially interested in thyroid cancer, ENT cancer, and head and neck cancer. Patients gave Dr. Goldenberg an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5). Distinctions awarded to Dr. Goldenberg include: America s Top Doctors for Cancer: Castle Connolly; Best Doctors in America; and Best Doctors in America: Top Doctors. He is professionally affiliated with Penn State Health.

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