The 20 Best Precocious Puberty Doctors Near Me in Maryland, US

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The 20 Best Precocious Puberty Doctors in Maryland, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 41 doctor with experience in Precocious Puberty near Maryland, US. Of these, 34 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Office

    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deborah Merke is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Merke is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), Intersex, Ovarian Overproduction of Androgens, Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Advanced Pain Management Specialists LLC

    116 Defense Hwy Ste 403, 
    Annapolis, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Elizabeth Parker is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Annapolis, Maryland. Dr. Parker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Precocious Puberty.

    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    LifeBridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Sinai

    2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 205, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Debra Counts is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Counts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Klinefelter Syndrome, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.

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    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus

    827 Linden Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paula Newton is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Newton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Precocious Puberty.

    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Advanced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's National Prince George's

    2900 Campus Way N, 
    Lanham, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Zhadina is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Lanham, Maryland. Dr. Zhadina is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Mccune-Albright Syndrome, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Yasmin Akhtar
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Charter Professional Center

    10700 Charter Drive, Suite 140, Suite 140, 
    Columbia, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Yasmin Akhtar is a Clinical Associate of Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the department of Pediatric Endocrinology. Dr. Akhtar completed her undergraduate studies at Loyola University Chicago. She went to medical school at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Rush Medical Center in Chicago. She worked as a general pediatrician at a FQHC in Pittsburgh for 1 year then moved to Baltimore in 2014 where she completed her pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Johns Hopkins. After fellowship, she spent a year working for Kaiser Permanente as a general pediatrician and also caring for patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and endocrine diagnoses. Dr Akhtar’s clinical activities include both diabetes and pediatric endocrinology. Dr. Akhtar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Precocious Puberty, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Familial Short Stature (FSS).

    Adrian S. Dobs
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Endocrinology

    Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center

    601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Floor 7, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Dobs is presently an active clinical researcher in the field of endocrine gonadal function. She is particularly interested in new forms of male hormone replacement therapy and has published extensively in the area of hormonal changes with aging and chronic disease. Her clinical practice covers general endocrinology, with a focus on sex hormone disorders in both men and women. As Director of the Johns Hopkins Clinical Research Network, she oversees a multi-institutional consortium of hospitals in the mid-Atlantic states dedicated to facilitating clinical research through an academic-community hospital partnership. Dr. Dobs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Hypogonadism, Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic, Testicular Failure, Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    David W. Cooke
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. David W. Cooke is an associate professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Cooke’s clinical activities include both a general pediatric endocrine clinic and a pediatric diabetes clinic. His clinical interests include all endocrine disorders in children and adolescents, including short stature, abnormal pubertal development, growth hormone dysregulation, thyroid disorders, hormone deficiencies, hypopituitarism, diabetes insipidis, pituitary adenoma, prolactinoma, goiter, Cushing's disease, Addison's disease, polycystic ovary syndrome, congenital adrenal hyperplasia and disorders of sexual differentiation, Turner syndrome and Klinefelter syndrome, among others. He serves as clinical director of the division of pediatric endocrinology and director of the Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Training Program at Johns Hopkins. He is a member of the Johns Hopkins Klinefelter Syndrome Center. Dr. Cooke completed his undergraduate studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in pediatrics at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he also completed a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology. He has been a faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins since 1993. After his fellowship, Dr. Cooke spent five years of additional research training in the Department of Biological Chemistry at Johns Hopkins, supported by an individual Physician Scientist Award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dr. Cooke’s past research interest was the molecular basis of insulin resistance and obesity, with studies examining the role the adipocyte plays in these conditions. He had received research funding for these studies from the NIH and from the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Cooke is a recipient of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Institute for Excellence in Education award for Outstanding Achievement in Medical and Biomedical Education. He also has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Baltimore magazine. Dr. Cooke is a member of the Society for Pediatric Research, the American Diabetes Association, the Endocrine Society and Pediatric Endocrinology Society. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Cooke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. His top areas of expertise are Klinefelter Syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Precocious Puberty, and Diabetic Ketoacidosis.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus

    827 Linden Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Nikita is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Nikita is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Precocious Puberty.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Lifebridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Quarry Lake

    2700 Quarry Lake Dr Ste 270, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Miller is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. His top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty

    Office

    827 Linden Ave Ste M2C200, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Melissa Pagan is a Pediatrics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Pagan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Precocious Puberty.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's National Amb Surg Ctr At Montgomery CO

    9850 Key West Ave, 
    Rockville, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rebecca Persky is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Rockville, Maryland. Dr. Persky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Constantinos Voulgaropoulos is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Voulgaropoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. His top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Diabetes Insipidus (DI).

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sally Radovick is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Radovick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Panhypopituitarism, Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD), and Obesity.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    LifeBridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Sinai

    2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 205, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Albara Marwa is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Marwa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    MT. Washington Pediatric Hospital

    1708 W Rogers Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dominique Long is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Long is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD).

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Thrive And Grow Pediatric Endocrinology

    6000 Executive Blvd Ste 312, 
    North Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amita De Souza is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in North Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. De Souza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Precocious Puberty.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's National Hospital

    1400 Forest Glen Rd Ste 335, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Doris Estrada is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Estrada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Children's National Prince George's

    2900 Campus Way N, 
    Lanham, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Abby Meyers is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Lanham, Maryland. Dr. Meyers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), and Obesity.

    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Precocious Puberty
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Office

    9000 Rockville Pike, 
    Bethesda, MD 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ellen Leschek is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Leschek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Precocious Puberty. Her top areas of expertise are Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Precocious Puberty, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Precocious Puberty?

    Puberty is the time when a person's sexual and physical characteristics mature. Precocious puberty is when these body changes happen earlier than normal.

    When should I see a Precocious Puberty doctor in Maryland, 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 Precocious Puberty doctor in Maryland, 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 Precocious Puberty doctors in Maryland, 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 Precocious Puberty doctors in Maryland, 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 Precocious Puberty doctor in Maryland, 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 Precocious Puberty doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Precocious Puberty 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 Precocious Puberty doctor in Maryland, 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 Precocious Puberty 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 Precocious Puberty 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 Precocious Puberty doctors in Maryland, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Precocious Puberty 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 Precocious Puberty doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Precocious Puberty 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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