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Dr. Ali Akalin, MD

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Specializes in: Anatomic Pathology

Ankara University (1992)

Professional interests include: liver disease, gynecologic pathology, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), and more.

55 Lake Avenue N Department of Pathology
Worcester, MA 01655

(508) 793-6100

Dr. Ali Akalin, MD is an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA specializing in anatomic pathology. He graduated from Ankara University in 1992 and has 34 years of experience. Dr. Ali Akalin, MD is affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Group and UMass Memorial Health.

Office Locations

55 Lake Avenue N Department of Pathology
Worcester, MA 01655

(508) 793-6100

(508) 793-6110

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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. Ali Akalin, MD in 2024

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intraoperative pathology consultation

lab tests

In 2012, Dr. Ali Akalin, MD performed more intraoperative pathology consultation, and lab tests procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2012 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	28
cytology	217
lab tests	284

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2013 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	56
cytology	68
lab tests	482

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	275
Female	337

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	533
Black	19
Hispanic	41
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	257
From 75 to 84	141
85 and over	41
Less than 65	173

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2013

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	36
Dementia	6
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2014 were lab tests and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

cytology	51
lab tests	206

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	231
Female	270

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	447
Black	0
Hispanic	37
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	207
From 75 to 84	120
85 and over	48
Less than 65	126

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2014

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2015 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	51
cytology	86
lab tests	132

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	472
Female	572

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	922
Black	24
Hispanic	60
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	440
From 75 to 84	268
85 and over	82
Less than 65	254

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2015

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	33
Dementia	9
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2016 were cytology, lab tests and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	66
cytology	137
lab tests	123

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	238
Female	298

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	463
Black	16
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	244
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	37
Less than 65	128

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	24
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	34
Dementia	10
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2017 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	24
cytology	93
lab tests	180

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	225
Female	278

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	431
Black	0
Hispanic	36
Asian	0
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	208
From 75 to 84	131
85 and over	41
Less than 65	123

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2017

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	27

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2018 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	67
cytology	135
lab tests	358

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	235
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	445
Black	0
Hispanic	32
Asian	0
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	213
From 75 to 84	142
85 and over	55
Less than 65	97

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2018

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	34
Diabetes	32
Dementia	13
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2019 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	49
cytology	206
lab tests	324

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	224
Female	359

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	500
Black	17
Hispanic	43
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	248
From 75 to 84	148
85 and over	52
Less than 65	135

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2019

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	35
Diabetes	32
Dementia	14
Cancer	35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2020 were lab tests and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

cytology	216
lab tests	304

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	325
Female	334

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	582
Black	0
Hispanic	34
Asian	0
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	274
From 75 to 84	192
85 and over	55
Less than 65	138

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2020

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	40
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	30
Diabetes	36
Dementia	15
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2021 were lab tests and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

cytology	192
lab tests	304

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	318
Female	407

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	615
Black	0
Hispanic	52
Asian	0
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	314
From 75 to 84	182
85 and over	64
Less than 65	165

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2021

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2022 were lab tests, cytology and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	41
cytology	97
lab tests	374

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	321
Female	422

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	633
Black	17
Hispanic	64
Asian	16
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	326
From 75 to 84	219
85 and over	63
Less than 65	135

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	33
Dementia	8
Cancer	35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2023 were lab tests, consultation and cytology.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	91
cytology	67
lab tests	620

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	509
Female	519

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	887
Black	27
Hispanic	68
Asian	0
Other	35
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	453
From 75 to 84	313
85 and over	79
Less than 65	183

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2023

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	29
Diabetes	36
Dementia	8
Cancer	36

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA during 2024 were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

consultation	43
cytology	76
lab tests	422
second opinions	12

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	429
Female	522

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	848
Black	20
Hispanic	44
Asian	13
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	404
From 75 to 84	307
85 and over	84
Less than 65	156

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD in 2024

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	33
Dementia	7
Cancer	33

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ali Akalin, MD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Worcester, MA were lab tests, cytology, consultation and second opinions.

consultation	51
cytology	126
lab tests	316
second opinions	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD.

**Gender**
Female	353
Male	292

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	10
Asian / Pacific Islander	2
Non-Hispanic White	562
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	41
Other	12

**Age**
85 and over	53
75 to 84	176
Less than 65	139
65 to 74	276

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ali Akalin, MD From 2012 - 2024

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

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	30
Atrial Fibrillation	15
Cancer	26
Dementia	9

Education & Training

Dr. Ali Akalin, MD graduated from Ankara University in 1992. He completed residency at University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Pathology: Pathology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: Ankara University (1992)

Residency: University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals (2005)

Board Certification: American Board of Pathology: Pathology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$230 IMFINZI $86	LYNPARZA $83	TAGRISSO $60

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$230

Biography

Dr. Ali Akalin works as an anatomic pathology. Dr. Akalin has a special interest in gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), cytology, and fine needle aspiration (FNA). He is professionally affiliated with UMass Memorial Medical Group. He graduated from Ankara University and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Colorado Denver. In addition to English, he speaks Turkish.

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