Usha Sivakumar
Internist
194 Thomas Johnson Dr A Frederick MD, 21702About
Dr. Usha Sivakumar is an internist practicing in Frederick Maryland Monocacy Health Partners. Dr. Sivakumar specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Sivakumar provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice. Dr sivakumar specializes in C diff , IBS, Lyme's disease GI issues congestive heart failure ,hypertension, Diabetes, geriatrics and women's health issues. Having had the opportunity to work on four continents her experiences and wide knowledge base hope Harper why the Compassionate Care she's well known for.
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Education and Training
Kilpauk Medical College
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
Board Certified Doctor of Medicine; ACLS certification
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Usha Sivakumar's Expert Contributions
What precautions are necessary when interacting with cancer patients?
The cancer patients are most at risk from immunocompetent individuals. Therefore if the patient is immunocompromised then wearing gloves mask and staying away from them when sick is the best course of action. READ MORE
Does treatment of COPD require steroids?
Steroids are a blanket anti inflammatory therapy and has to be used appropriately in the right circumstance. READ MORE
What causes cloudy pee?
Protein in the urine can cause cloudy urine. You will need to see your PCP and get evaluated. READ MORE
What is causing me to lose my temper?
Hormonal changes and fatigue do cause people to lash out and regret later. Work-up will need to include all causes of the same. You will need a proper physical. READ MORE
What is the cause of a sharp pain on left side of the chest while breathing?
Most textbooks will tell you that acute chest pain associated with sweating tachycardia and drop in blood pressure will need to be investigated in the emergency room as soon as possible. READ MORE
Will taking constipation medication in the long term cause health issues?
Most medications for treatment of constipation GI stimulants they act by superseding your own GI impulses and hence long term use may eventually paralyze your gut. READ MORE
How much water should I have every single day?
Human bodies have 70% water content. If we lose fluids, one should aim to replace the amount of fluids lost depending on how much we lose at any given point in time. Generally speaking, we should be taking in at least two liters of fluid a day. READ MORE
Why do I feel very heavy and tired after eating any meal?
Try reducing the carbohydrate content in your meal and making it more healthier with protein content. READ MORE
My son has the common cold and a headache. What should I give him to treat it?
You're right you need to see if he has any underlying allergies I would ask your physician to recommend an allergist and get him investigated READ MORE
Pain under the abdomen on the left side
Speak to your internist about the pain READ MORE
Can honey worsen my diabetes?
One tablespoon of honey has 64 calories, and one tablespoon of sugar has 46 calories. I do not think it is going to make a great deal of difference. Diabetes, by the way, is managed through the intake of low amounts of quick carbohydrates, moderate complex carbohydrates, and more protein intake as part of your dietary intervention. READ MORE
Can you please recommend a diet to lower my cholesterol?
http://www.thewomansclinic.net/therapeutic-lifestyle-changes-tlc-diet Is a good place to start. READ MORE
Can I take Imodium instead of Ornidazole for diarrhea?
Imodium is never safe to be taken long term for diarrhea READ MORE
Can celiac disease occur later in life?
Yes it can that is also a category of gluten sensitivity that can present later in life READ MORE
Can I take an anti-allergy medication and a paracetamol together?
Generally speaking yes unless you're allergic to either of them READ MORE
What is the impact of hormonal imbalances in the body?
Anytime you have had problems since it certainly could be related to hormonal imbalance in women especially it could be related to a condition called PCOS. You should consider speaking about this to your primary care physician the other possibilities including hypothyroidism may also contribute to cystic acne. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local lecturing and public speaking. -
Professional Memberships
- American College of Physicians, Maryland chapter
Internships
- Kilpauk Medical College
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Physicians
What do you attribute your success to?
- Usha attributes her success to faith in herself and God.
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Numerous philanthropic endeavors, such as conducting annual medical clinic visits in Haiti treating populations with little or no access to medical care.
Hobbies / Sports
- Watches Football
Favorite professional publications
- New England Journal of Medicine
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