
Overview
Kenneth Ligaray, MD, is a UW Health endocrinologist and a clinical associate professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He cares for patients with endocrine disorders affecting their hormones or the glands that produce those hormones.Dr. Ligaray diagnoses and treats the full range of endocrine disorders that affect energy, growth, body temperature, blood pressure and metabolism. This includes diabetes, thyroid diseases such as Hashimoto’s disease (underactive thyroid) and Graves’ disease (overactive thyroid), adrenal disorders such as Addison’s disease (also called adrenal insufficiency) and pituitary problems.Dr. Ligaray has a special clinical interest in thyroid conditions. He performs minimally invasive, in-office procedures such as thyroid biopsies (diagnostic tests done by removing a small tissue sample) and ablations (treatment for thyroid nodules).Using shared decision-making, Dr. Ligaray educates his patients on their conditions and works with them to create treatment plans that work best for them. He views the treatment process as a team effort and strives to alleviate his patients’ symptoms so they can achieve optimal health.Outside of work, Dr. Ligaray enjoys traveling, singing in his church choir and spending time with his family.My goal is to help every patient live a healthy, happy life.
Dr. Ligaray is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Storm, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
Dr. Ligaray is board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Ligaray is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
345 W Washington Ave, Suite 100, Madison, WI 53703
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ligaray 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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SSM Health Dean Medical Group Specialty Services
Clarisse Ethridge is board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, and internal medicine. She obtain her undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin in Eau Claire, WI and earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health-Madison. She completed her residency in internal medicine and her fellowship in endocrinology at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics-Madison. Ethridge's practice is focused on thyroid disease, including thyroid cancer, and comprehensive endocrinology. Dr. Ethridge is a member of The Endocrine Society. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. In her free time, Dr. Ethridge enjoys running, travel, and yoga. Dr. Ethridge is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Hyperparathyroidism, and Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma. Dr. Ethridge is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration and Wisconsin Medical Examining Board. Dr. Ethridge is currently accepting new patients.
SSM Health Dean Medical Group - General Surgery
Latha Pasupuleti is a board-certified surgeon and is fellowship-trained in endocrine surgery. Dr. Pasupuleti obtained her undergraduate degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She earned her medical degree and completed her general surgery residency at Rutgers University, where she was named Administrative Chief Resident in her final year. She then went on to complete her fellowship in endocrine surgery at Columbia University Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Pasupuleti is an expert in the management of endocrine surgical diseases (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal disorders). She also has special interests in gallbladder disease, hernia disorders, and minimally invasive surgery. She has technical expertise in robotic adrenalectomy, minimally invasive thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy, neck dissections for thyroid cancer, re-operative neck surgery and robotic and laparoscopic gallbladder and hernia surgery. In addition, she also performs surgeon-directed thyroid/parathyroid ultrasound and fine needle aspiration in the office. Dr. Pasupuleti is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. She is a member of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. When she is not working, Dr. Pasupuleti enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, fitness, photography, hiking, and traveling. Having surgery can be both physically and emotionally stressful. To me, being a good surgeon is not just about having meticulous technique, but also about guiding my patients through the entire surgical process. This includes answering all of their questions and concerns to put them at ease before surgery and helping them through the post-operative healing stage. I hope that my team and I can assist in making the entire surgical experience as smooth as possible. - Latha Pasupuleti, MD. Dr. Pasupuleti is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Pasupuleti is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration and Wisconsin Medical Examining Board.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray by calling their office at 608-417-8300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), 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. Kenneth P. Ligaray specialize in?
While Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperthyroidism, and Thyroid Storm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray accept my insurance?
Dr. Kenneth P. Ligaray accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-417-8300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1
- Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD)Dr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD).
- HypercalcemiaDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- HypogonadismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hypogonadism.
- Hypogonadotropic HypogonadismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.
- HypopituitarismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hypopituitarism.
- HypothyroidismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism
- Kallmann SyndromeDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Kallmann Syndrome.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- OsteoporosisDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- PanhypopituitarismDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Panhypopituitarism.
- Pediatric Growth Hormone DeficiencyDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Sheehan SyndromeDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Sheehan Syndrome.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Thyroid StormDr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Ligaray isAdvanced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
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- Addison's DiseaseDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Ballinger-Wallace SyndromeDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Ballinger-Wallace Syndrome.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Eunuchoidism Familial HypogonadotropicDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Eunuchoidism Familial Hypogonadotropic.
- Familial Glucocorticoid DeficiencyDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency.
- Familial HyperaldosteronismDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hyperaldosteronism.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Glucocorticoid ResistanceDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid Resistance.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- HyperaldosteronismDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Hyperaldosteronism.
- HypoaldosteronismDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Hypoaldosteronism.
- Hypogonadism Primary Partial AlopeciaDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadism Primary Partial Alopecia.
- HypoparathyroidismDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Hypoparathyroidism.
- InfertilityDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Infertility.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.
- Low Blood SugarDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- Male Pseudohermaphroditism with Gynecomastia
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- MelorheostosisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- OsteomesopyknosisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Osteomesopyknosis.
- OsteopeniaDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- OsteopetrosisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Osteopetrosis.
- Osteopetrosis Autosomal Recessive Type 3Dr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Osteopetrosis Autosomal Recessive Type 3.
- Osteosclerosis Autosomal DominantDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Osteosclerosis Autosomal Dominant.
- Paget's Disease of BoneDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Paget's Disease of Bone.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
- Secondary Adrenal InsufficiencyDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- Silent ThyroiditisDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Silent Thyroiditis.
- Testicular FailureDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Testicular Failure.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Toxic Nodular GoiterDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Toxic Nodular Goiter.
- Triple A SyndromeDr. Ligaray isExperienced. Learn about Triple A Syndrome.

