
Overview
Dr. Edward Hsiao is an endocrinologist who specializes in metabolic bone diseases, such as severe osteoporosis and osteogenesis imperfecta, and other bone disorders. He also cares for patients with calcium, phosphorous, vitamin D, and parathyroid hormone disorders. He has particular interests in fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (a condition in which bone gradually replaces muscle and other connective tissues) and fibrous dysplasia/McCune-Albright syndrome (a disorder that causes fibrous tissue to develop in bones). E. Hsiao's current research interests center on understanding how hormones and signaling pathways control human bone formation. His laboratory uses advanced cellular, genetic, and bioengineering tools to identify key pathways that could be targeted for disease therapies. He is also involved in clinical research to develop better diagnostic and treatment strategies for patients with bone diseases. E. Hsiao earned his medical degree and a doctorate in molecular biology and genetics from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where he also completed a residency in internal medicine. He completed fellowship training in diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism at UCSF. E. Hsiao is a member of the Endocrine Society and American Society for Bone and Mineral Research. In addition, he actively works with patient support groups through the Fibrous Dysplasia Foundation and International Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva Association, and the International Clinical Council on FOP. E. Hsiao serves as director of UCSF's fellowship program in diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism. He has received the March of Dimes Basil O'Connor Starter Scholar Research Award and the Doris Duke Clinical Scientist Development Award, as well as research grant funding from the National Institutes of Health. In his free time, Hsiao enjoys reading, the outdoors and photography.
Dr. Hsiao is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fibrous Dysplasia, Osteitis Fibrosa, Mccune-Albright Syndrome, Rhizomelic Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 88 peer reviewed articles and participating in 6 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
400 Parnassus Ave., Fifth Floor, Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hsiao 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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California Center For Pituitary Disorders
Dr. Lewis Blevins is an endocrinologist specializing in evaluating and managing pituitary and hypothalamus disorders, including acromegaly, prolactinoma and other pituitary tumors, diabetes insipidus, hypopituitarism and growth hormone deficiencies. As medical director of the California Center for Pituitary Disorders at UCSF Medical Center, he guides a team providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art care. He has a special interest in Cushing's syndrome, also known as hypercortisolism, and has edited a book on the subject. In his research, Blevins is interested in evaluating new methods for diagnosing Cushing's syndrome. He also studies the factors that medical professionals can use to predict whether treating pituitary tumors with surgery or other methods will succeed. Blevins earned a medical degree at Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University and completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospitals. After completing a fellowship in endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, he served on the faculty at Emory University for four years and at Vanderbilt University for nine years. Dr. Blevins is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, and Rathke Cleft Cyst.
Stanford University
Laurence Katznelson is an Endocrinologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Katznelson is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acromegaly, Cushing's disease, Pituitary Tumor, Hypopituitarism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Endocrinology Clinic At Parnassus
Dolores Shoback is an Endocrinologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shoback is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypoparathyroidism, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward C. Hsiao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward C. Hsiao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward C. Hsiao by calling their office at 415-353-2350. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward C. Hsiao a top-rated expert for Fibrous Dysplasia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward C. Hsiao is classified as an Elite expert for Fibrous Dysplasia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Edward C. Hsiao specialize in?
While Dr. Edward C. Hsiao is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Fibrous Dysplasia, Osteitis Fibrosa, and Mccune-Albright Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Edward C. Hsiao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Edward C. Hsiao has published 88 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fibrous Dysplasia. You can view a list of Dr. Edward C. Hsiao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Edward C. Hsiao accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward C. Hsiao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2350 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Hsiao isElite. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- Distinguished
- Mccune-Albright SyndromeDr. Hsiao isDistinguished. Learn about Mccune-Albright Syndrome.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Hsiao isDistinguished. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Advanced
- Craniofrontonasal DysplasiaDr. Hsiao isAdvanced. Learn about Craniofrontonasal Dysplasia.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Hsiao isAdvanced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Hsiao isAdvanced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Osteogenesis ImperfectaDr. Hsiao isAdvanced. Learn about Osteogenesis Imperfecta.
- OsteoporosisDr. Hsiao isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Hsiao isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Experienced
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Hsiao isExperienced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Albright's Hereditary OsteodystrophyDr. Hsiao isExperienced. Learn about Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Hsiao isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Hypophosphatasia (HPP)Dr. Hsiao isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatasia (HPP).
- HypophosphatemiaDr. Hsiao isExperienced. Learn about Hypophosphatemia.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Hsiao isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.

