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    MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Congenital Hypothyroidism near Louisiana, US. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    43 providers found
      Distinguished in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine
      Distinguished in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine
      1151 Marguerite St, Suite 200a, 
      Morgan City, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Eric Melancon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Morgan City, Louisiana. Dr. Melancon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Dysgenesis, Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Congenital Hypothyroidism, and Newborn Jaundice. Dr. Melancon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Slidell

      2750 Gause Blvd E, 
      Slidell, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Amy Hammons is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Hammons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism

      Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza

      2820 Napoleon Ave, 
      New Orleans, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Wormuth earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. Following graduation, he completed his internship and residency at Louisiana State University. Dr. Wormuth practices at Ochsner Baptist Medical Center in New Orleans. He has been on staff since 2009 and is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Wormuth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Denham Springs South

      139 Veterans Blvd, 
      Denham Springs, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Cardozo received her medical degree from La Universidad del Zulia in Maracaibo, Venezuela. She completed her residency at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Ohama and at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. Dr. Cardozo's special interests are in preventative health, and adult and pediatric health. Dr. Cardozo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Lafayette General Internal Medicine

      461 Heymann Blvd, 
      Lafayette, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Bradley Chastant is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Chastant is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Covington

      1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
      Covington, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kelli Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      2750 Gause Blvd E, 
      Slidell, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Junaid Munshi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Munshi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - East Mandeville

      3235 E Causeway Approach, 
      Mandeville, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Lauren Elder is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mandeville, Louisiana. Dr. Elder is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Health Center - Metairie

      2005 Veterans Memorial Blvd., 
      Metairie, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Ryan Lee is a New Orleans local. He received his undergraduate degree magna cum laude from Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He studied medicine at Louisiana State School of Medicine, New Orleans followed by internship and residency at Ochsner. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine

      Lourdes Physician Group LLC

      4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, 
      Lafayette, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kenneth Spiller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Spiller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Newborn Jaundice, Thyroid Dysgenesis, and Congenital Hypothyroidism. Dr. Spiller is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology

      Children's Multi-Specialty Group LLC

      4704 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, 
      Lafayette, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Janna Flint is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Flint is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Septo-Optic Dysplasia, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology

      Office

      8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 400, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      James Gardner is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Gardner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Advanced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology

      Office

      8200 Constantin Blvd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Marcela Astudillo is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Astudillo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. Her top areas of expertise are Precocious Puberty, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      27350 Highway 190, 
      Lacombe, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Victor Pouw is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Lacombe, Louisiana. Dr. Pouw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Precocious Puberty.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Brian Clinic, L.L.P.

      425 Scott St, 
      Alexandria, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Gregory Brian is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Brian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Endocrinology
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Endocrinology

      Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

      7373 Perkins Rd, 
      Baton Rouge, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Joel Silverberg is an Endocrinologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Silverberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Hypothyroidism, Osteopenia, and Melorheostosis.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Pediatric Endocrinology

      Willis Knighton Pediatric Endocrinology South

      2530 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 113, 
      Shreveport, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sasi Penukonda is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Penukonda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Precocious Puberty.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Internal Medicine

      Mp Medical Partners LLC

      2820 Napoleon Ave, Suite 750, 
      New Orleans, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Miles is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Miles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Thyroid Dysgenesis, and Newborn Jaundice. Dr. Miles is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine

      Sansons Family Medicine Inc

      2309 Arkansas Rd, 
      West Monroe, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Marshall Sanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in West Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Sanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Anemia, and Hypertension. Dr. Sanson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      Experienced in Congenital Hypothyroidism
      Family Medicine | General Practice
      811 James Ave, Suite A, 
      Farmerville, LA 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Steven Unkel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and General Practice in Farmerville, Louisiana. Dr. Unkel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hypothyroidism. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Unkel is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Congenital Hypothyroidism?

      Congenital hypothyroidism is a partial or complete loss of function of the thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) that affects infants from birth (congenital). The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped tissue in the lower neck. It makes iodine-containing hormones that play an important role in regulating growth, brain development, and the rate of chemical reactions in the body (metabolism). People with congenital hypothyroidism have lower-than-normal levels of these important hormones.

      When should I see a Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor in Louisiana, US?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor in Louisiana, US?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Congenital Hypothyroidism doctors in Louisiana, US?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Congenital Hypothyroidism doctors in Louisiana, US?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor in Louisiana, US?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor in Louisiana, US?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Congenital Hypothyroidism doctors in Louisiana, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Congenital Hypothyroidism doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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