Kathleen Gong Essel, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncology Obstetrics & Gynecology
Kathleen Gong Essel is a Gynecologic Oncology Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Sylvania, OH with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kathleen Gong Essel, M.D. specializes in obstetrics & gynecology, serving patients in Sylvania, OH in group practice. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 2013), she has been practicing for over 13 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 79% of reporting doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 69dNPPES updated 2026-03-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5308 Harroun Rd # 285, Sylvania, OH 43560-2193
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.5%
Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Better than 79% of reporting doctors in OhioHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
162
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
45
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
214
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $92k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$410 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Kathleen Gong Essel's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Board certified · Mar 15, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
13 years in practice
Established
An obstetrician/gynecologist who provides consultation and comprehensive management of patients with gynecologic cancer, including those diagnostic and therapeutic procedures necessary for the total care of the patient with gynecologic cancer and resulting complications.
Taxonomy: 207VX0201X
Education & Training
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2013)
Virtual Gynecologic Oncology Care With Kathleen Gong Essel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kathleen Gong Essel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Sylvania required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kathleen Gong Essel
Dr. Essel is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sylvania, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (419) 824-5633.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kathleen Gong Essel
Practice Location
5308 Harroun Rd # 285, Sylvania, OH 43560-2193
Mailing Address
5308 Harroun Rd # 285, Sylvania, OH 43560-2193
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