Dr. Leena Shahla
Overview
Endocrinology has captured my heart because it combines medical science with unique challenges. My passion for solving puzzles drives my deep interest in pituitary disease, the most complex area of endocrinology. As a pituitary specialist and director of the Duke Pituitary Program, I take pride in my role as a knowledgeable physician who strives for thoroughness in every aspect to ensure my patients receive the highest standard of care. I believe the doctor-patient relationship is built on communication, empathy, and trust.
Dr. Shahla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Addison's Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Isolated ACTH Deficiency, and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
30 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shahla has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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David D'alessio is an Endocrinologist in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. D'alessio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2, and Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
Duke Cancer Center Endocrine Clinic
My interest in medicine began as a child watching my physician grandfather care for his patients. When I went to college, I became an EMT to further my own interest in medicine. I was introduced to endocrinology during medical school by a physician who I consider a friend and mentor. I enjoy endocrinology because it explores and explains the complexities of the human body. I consider it a privilege to take care of patients every day. I value the opportunity I get to develop long-lasting, trusting relationships with them. As a specialist in thyroid cancer, I understand that the diagnosis of cancer is life-changing. I invest my time by listening to patients to understand their questions and concerns. My job is to provide them with the necessary information and tools to make decisions regarding their care. Then, we can work together as a team to develop a treatment plan which is most beneficial to them. The greatest reward is when patients trust me and indicate the positive difference this approach has made in their lives. Dr. Frieze is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma, and Thyroid Cancer.
Greensboro Medical Associates, P.A.
Bindubal Balan is an Endocrinologist in Greensboro, North Carolina. Dr. Balan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Thyroid Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, and Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Shahla isAdvanced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Experienced
- Acute Adrenal CrisisDr. Shahla isExperienced. Learn about Acute Adrenal Crisis.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Shahla isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Shahla isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Shahla isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- Cushing's diseaseDr. Shahla isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's disease.
- Cushing's syndromeDr. Shahla isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome.