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Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD

(62 Ratings)

Specializes in: Geriatrics (Elderly Care)

Yale School of Medicine (1991)

Professional interests include: depression, memory loss, polypharmacy, and more.

106 Irving Street Nw Suite 204
Washington, DC 20010

(202) 877-0570

Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD is a geriatrician in Washington, DC specializing in geriatrics (elderly care). He graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center and MedStar Health.

Office Locations

MedStar Health

106 Irving Street Nw Suite 204
Washington, DC 20010

(202) 877-0570

(202) 877-6630

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3180 Fairview Park Drive Suite 500
Falls Church, VA 22042

(703) 538-2066

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Some issues Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD can help you with:

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.

An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.

Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Impulse control and addiction disorders
Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

Genetic history
Chemical imbalances in the brain
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Substance use
Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

In The News

“"We prevent crises," says Dr. K. Eric De Jonge, the chief of geriatrics at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and the lead author of the study.”—"House Calls Keep People Out Of Nursing Homes And Save Money", NPR, August 2014

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2023

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

Top 25%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within District of Columbia.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	337
hospital care	725
inpatient care	725
preventive care	35
vaccines	35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	362
hospital care	737
inpatient care	737
preventive care	24
vaccines	24

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	258

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	52
Black	281
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	92
85 and over	208
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	16
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	52
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	46
Dementia	64
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	366
hospital care	648
inpatient care	648

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	231

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	58
Black	234
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	177
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	52
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	47
Dementia	59
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	346
hospital care	552
inpatient care	552
preventive care	13
vaccines	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	166
Female	448

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	86
Black	492
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	72
From 75 to 84	166
85 and over	376
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	50
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	42
Dementia	61
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	294
hospital care	663
inpatient care	663

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	205

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	59
Black	223
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	163
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	24
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	50
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	50
Dementia	59
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	303
hospital care	639
inpatient care	612

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	218

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	45
Black	232
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	43
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	169
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	51
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	49
Dementia	66
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	361
hospital care	412
inpatient care	412
preventive care	25
vaccines	25

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	45
Black	201
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	28
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	148
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	41
Dementia	65
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	180
hospital care	161
inpatient care	161

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	44
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	141
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	19
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	113
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	30
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	40
Dementia	61
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	123

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	34

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	29
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2020

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	55
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	186
hospital care	296
inpatient care	296

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	174

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	105
Black	128
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	134
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	37
Dementia	56
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	326
hospital care	500
inpatient care	500

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Male	73
Female	208

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	43
Black	211
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	96
85 and over	152
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	23
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	28
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	46
Dementia	55
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated as a geriatrician in Washington, DC were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

doctor visit	289
hospital care	533
inpatient care	530
preventive care	24
vaccines	24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD.

**Gender**
Female	190
Male	71

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	194
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	44
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	151
75 to 84	74
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	17

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD treated were hypertension, dementia, chronic kidney disease and heart failure.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	14
Heart Failure	40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	36
Atrial Fibrillation	18
Dementia	54
Cancer	11

Education & Training

Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD graduated from Yale School of Medicine in 1991. He completed residency at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in District of Columbia.

Medical School: Yale School of Medicine (1991)

Residency: Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center (1994)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: District of Columbia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Health

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 62 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Karl E. De Jonge, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Washington, DC.

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Biography

Dr. Karl Dejonge works as a geriatrics (elderly care). Areas of expertise for Dr. Dejonge include gastrostomy tube (G-tube) replacement, depression, and osteomyelitis. Dr. Dejonge is professionally affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center. He graduated from Yale School of Medicine. For his professional training, Dr. Dejonge completed a residency program at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5).