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Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD

(Dr. Joseph Awad, MD)

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology and Adult Transplant Hepatology

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (1980)

Professional interests include: liver transplant, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), nutrition issues, and more.

3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232

(615) 322-3000

Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD is a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN specializing in adult gastroenterology and adult transplant hepatology. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1980 and has 46 years of experience. Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD is affiliated with Vanderbilt Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).

Office Locations

1310 24th Avenue Tenn Valley Hs (626)
South Nashville, TN 37212

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1500 21st Avenue South Suite 3400
Nashville, TN 37212

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3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232

(615) 322-3000

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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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	108
inpatient care	108

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	95
inpatient care	95

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2013

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	56
Chronic Kidney Disease	71
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	65
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	138
inpatient care	138

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2014

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	59
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	194
inpatient care	194

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	64

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

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2015

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	20
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	53
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	144
inpatient care	144

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	51
Female	30

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	53
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	27
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	47
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	62
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	86
inpatient care	86

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	24

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	53
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	36
Diabetes	55
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	132
inpatient care	132

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	32

**Age**
From 65 to 74	37
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	60
Dementia	20
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	106
inpatient care	106

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	26

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	62
Depression	50
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	43
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	63
Dementia	32
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	124
inpatient care	124

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	31

**Age**
From 65 to 74	40
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	57
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	60
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	126
inpatient care	126

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	32

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

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	63
Depression	53
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	35
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	68
Dementia	28
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	100
inpatient care	100

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	32

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	67
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	29
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	62
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in South Nashville, TN were hospital care and inpatient care.

hospital care	123
inpatient care	123

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD.

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	28

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	12
65 to 74	22

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD treated were chronic kidney disease, hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	67
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	55
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	7
Cancer	1

Education & Training

Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1980. He completed residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. He is certified by the Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Tennessee.

Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (1980)

Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hospital (1988)

Board Certification: Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine (1988)

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Joseph A. Awad, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Vanderbilt Health

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$14 Kanuma $14

**Types of Payments**
Education	$14

Biography

Dr. Joseph Awad's areas of specialization are adult gastroenterology and adult transplant hepatology; he sees patients in Nashville, TN and South Nashville, TN. He is especially interested in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), hepatobiliary disorders, and nutrition issues. His hospital/clinic affiliations include U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC). Dr. Awad is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He trained at Barnes-Jewish Hospital for residency.