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Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences (1994)

Professional interests include: thyroid cancer, insulin resistance, adrenal insufficiency, and more.

9135 Piscataway Road Suite 340
Clinton, MD 20735

(301) 856-7445

Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD is an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences in 1994 and has 32 years of experience. Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD is affiliated with MedStar Health and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

Office Locations

7503 Surratts Road
Clinton, MD 20735

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9135 Piscataway Road Suite 340
Clinton, MD 20735

(301) 856-7445

(240) 244-1277

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Some issues Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD can help you with:

Adrenalectomy (Adrenal Surgery)

Adrenalectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the adrenal glands, which lie above each kidney. The adrenal glands are responsible for producing hormones that are necessary for bodily functions, such as the regulation of blood pressure and metabolism. If the adrenal glands overproduce certain hormones, or if a tumor grows on them, removal of the glands is a treatment option.

Adrenal surgery can be open or laparoscopic. Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is a minimally invasive procedure that inserts a thin tube with a camera (laparoscope) through several small incisions on the abdomen. The surgeon uses the laparoscope to guide the procedure and is able to access and remove adrenal glands through the small incisions. Laparoscopic adrenal surgery lasts approximately 1-2 hours.

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy is associated with shorter recovery periods, reduced risk of infection, and smaller scars. Although these factors may be desirable, the location of the tumor, its size, and the severity of the condition may require that an individual instead undergo open surgery. An open adrenalectomy is typically done for larger adrenal tumors and requires a single, large incision on the abdomen. Open adrenal surgery takes around 2-4 hours.

Following the operation, patients will remain in the hospital for 1-2 days for a laparoscopic adrenalectomy or 3-5 days for an open adrenalectomy. Patients will likely have a liquid diet immediately after their surgery, but should be able to return to solid foods after a day. If both of the glands are removed, patients will be given drug therapy to replace the hormones they produced.

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.

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.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	484
hospital care	115
inpatient care	115

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	545
hospital care	89
inpatient care	89

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	202

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	218
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	123
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	22
Less than 65	77

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	73
Dementia	18
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	575
hospital care	55
inpatient care	55
vascular procedures	55

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	183

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	225
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	15
Less than 65	75

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	34
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	75
Dementia	15
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	516
hospital care	59
inpatient care	59

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	400

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	446
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	282
From 75 to 84	124
85 and over	28
Less than 65	128

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	75
Dementia	14
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	671
hospital care	27
inpatient care	27

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	220
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	135
From 75 to 84	66
85 and over	14
Less than 65	65

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	74
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	806
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	86
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	254
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	151
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	19
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	73
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	72
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	739
hospital care	15
inpatient care	15

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	213

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	241
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	71
85 and over	21
Less than 65	66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	75
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	788

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	220

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	256
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	19
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	73
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	71
Dementia	11
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	784

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	203

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	42
Black	234
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	143
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	13
Less than 65	60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	74
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	72
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	832

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	218

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	37
Black	256
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	154
From 75 to 84	89
85 and over	12
Less than 65	51

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	73
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	75
Dementia	10
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	863

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	207

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	37
Black	232
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	127
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	13
Less than 65	50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	75
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Clinton, MD were vascular procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	691
hospital care	53
inpatient care	53
vascular procedures	55

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD.

**Gender**
Male	84
Female	207

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	234
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	10
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	70
85 and over	16
Less than 65	64
65 to 74	140

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	5
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	67
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences in 1994. She completed residency at Howard University Hospital. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in District of Columbia.

Medical School: University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences (1994)

Residency: Howard University Hospital (2003)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: District of Columbia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Allison Elise Kerr, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Health

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$1,205 INVOKANA $839	OneTouch $134	meters $99	XARELTO $82	Blood Glucose Meters $34	Other $18
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$1,129 FARXIGA $817	BYDUREON PEN $243	$69
Novo Nordisk Inc	$1,066 Ozempic $339	Victoza $214	RYBELSUS $196	Xultophy 100/3.6 $36	FIASP $25	Other $255
Corcept Therapeutics	$1,043 Korlym $1,043
Lilly USA, LLC	$943 JARDIANCE $331	TRULICITY $300	MOUNJARO $101	BASAGLAR $71	TRADJENTA $31	Other $108
Other	$5,530 Unithroid $932	Omnipod $501	TOUJEO $435	AFREZZA $387	JARDIANCE $345	Other $2,929

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$10,671
Education	$185
Gift	$59

Biography

Dr. Allison Kerr works as an adult endocrinology. Her areas of expertise include the following: adrenalectomy (adrenal surgery), cancer surgery, and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Kerr is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. She attended medical school at the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences. For her residency, Dr. Kerr trained at Howard University Hospital.