Overview
Lavanya Viswanathan, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist with interests in diabetes; thyroid disease and cancer; adrenal and pituitary diseases; bone disorders including parathyroid disease, osteoporosis and hormone replacement therapy; and special interest in obesity medicine. She sees patients age 18 and older.Dr. Viswanathan is a member of the Endocrine Society, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and American Medical Association.Outside of work, she enjoys bicycling, hiking, reading and trying new recipes and cuisines. Every day, she tries to make at least one person happy.
Dr. Viswanathan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperthyroidism, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, and Thyroid Storm.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
16045 1st Ave S, 2nd Floor, Burien, WA 98148
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Viswanathan 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan by calling their office at 206-965-4124. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan 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. Lavanya Viswanathan specialize in?
While Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperthyroidism, and Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Lavanya Viswanathan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-965-4124 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.
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- Advanced
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Viswanathan isAdvanced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Viswanathan isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Viswanathan isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- OsteoporosisDr. Viswanathan isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Viswanathan isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Thyroid StormDr. Viswanathan isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Experienced
- AcromegalyDr. Viswanathan isExperienced. Learn about Acromegaly.
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Viswanathan isExperienced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Viswanathan isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Viswanathan isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Viswanathan isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Viswanathan isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.