
Overview
Dr. Umesh Masharani is an endocrinologist who cares for patients with diabetes and thyroid disorders. He also has an endocrine faculty practice. Masharani's research focuses mainly on diabetes, with a particular interest in insulin resistance. He collaborates with colleagues in the family medicine departments to examine the relationships among glucose control, depression and psychosocial stress in people with diabetes. He is part of the islet auto-transplantation group, which has an active program managing patients who require surgical removal of the pancreas for chronic pancreatitis and are candidates for islet auto-transplant, a procedure that allows the patient's body to continue producing insulin. The islet transplant group is also studying donor islet transplants as a treatment for type 1 diabetes. In addition, Masharani is collaborating with Dr. George Brooks, a professor of integrative biology at the University of California, Berkeley, to examine the impact of exercise and aging on mitochondrial function. Masharani earned his bachelor's degree in physiological sciences at the University of Oxford. He earned his medical degree at Middlesex Health in London. He completed his residency in internal medicine at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham, England. He completed a fellowship in endocrinology at UCSF.
Dr. Masharani is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, and Islet Cell Transplantation.
Dr. Masharani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Masharani is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Masharani 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 clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, and Rathke Cleft Cyst. Dr. Blevins is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab. Dr. Blevins is currently accepting new patients.
Stanford University
Laurence Katznelson is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Katznelson is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acromegaly, Cushing's disease, Pituitary Tumor, Hypopituitarism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Katznelson is currently accepting new patients.
Endocrinology Clinic At Parnassus
Dolores Shoback is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shoback is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoparathyroidism, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Hypercalcemia, Gastric Bypass, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Shoback is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Umesh B. Masharani
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Umesh B. Masharani?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Umesh B. Masharani 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. Umesh B. Masharani a top-rated expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Umesh B. Masharani is classified as an Distinguished expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), 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. Umesh B. Masharani specialize in?
While Dr. Umesh B. Masharani is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Umesh B. Masharani participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Umesh B. Masharani has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). You can view a list of Dr. Umesh B. Masharani's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Umesh B. Masharani accept my insurance?
Dr. Umesh B. Masharani accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. 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
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- Distinguished
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Masharani isDistinguished. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- Advanced
- Addison's DiseaseDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Addison's Disease.
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
- Diabetic KetoacidosisDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
- Glomus Jugulare TumorDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Glomus Jugulare Tumor.
- Glomus Tympanum TumorDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Glomus Tympanum Tumor.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- HyperthyroidismDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperthyroidism.
- Low Blood SugarDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Multiple Endocrine NeoplasiaDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1Dr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.
- OsteoporosisDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoporosis.
- Postmenopausal OsteoporosisDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
- Secondary Adrenal InsufficiencyDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency.
- Silent ThyroiditisDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Silent Thyroiditis.
- Thyroid StormDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Toxic Nodular GoiterDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Toxic Nodular Goiter.
- Triple A SyndromeDr. Masharani isAdvanced. Learn about Triple A Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Adrenal CancerDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Albright's Hereditary OsteodystrophyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy.
- Autosomal Dominant HypocalcemiaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Dominant Hypocalcemia.
- CalcinosisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Calcinosis.
- Congenital HyperinsulinismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hyperinsulinism.
- Cowden SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Cowden Syndrome.
- Cushing's diseaseDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's disease.
- Cushing's syndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome.
- Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal TumorDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Cushing's syndrome due to Adrenal Tumor.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- Diabetes Insipidus (DI)Dr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Diabetes Insipidus (DI).
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- Diabetic NeuropathyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Neuropathy.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Empty Sella SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Empty Sella Syndrome.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Exogenous Cushing's syndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Exogenous Cushing's syndrome.
- Familial Glucocorticoid DeficiencyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency.
- Familial HyperaldosteronismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hyperaldosteronism.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1Dr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Glucocorticoid ResistanceDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid Resistance.
- Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD)Dr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD).
- Hashimoto ThyroiditisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hashimoto Thyroiditis.
- Hereditary Paraganglioma-Pheochromocytoma Syndrome
- HyperaldosteronismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hyperaldosteronism.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- HypoaldosteronismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypoaldosteronism.
- HypogonadismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadism.
- Hypogonadotropic HypogonadismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.
- HypoparathyroidismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypoparathyroidism.
- HypopituitarismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypopituitarism.
- Hypothalamic HamartomasDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Hamartomas.
- Hypothalamic TumorDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypothalamic Tumor.
- HypothyroidismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- Islet Cell TransplantationDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Islet Cell Transplantation.
- Isolated ACTH DeficiencyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Isolated ACTH Deficiency.
- Isolated Hypogonadotropic HypogonadismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism.
- Juvenile Primary OsteoporosisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis.
- Kallmann SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Kallmann Syndrome.
- Linear Nevus Sebaceous SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Linear Nevus Sebaceous Syndrome.
- MelorheostosisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Neurohypophyseal Diabetes InsipidusDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Neurohypophyseal Diabetes Insipidus.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- OsteomalaciaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Osteomalacia.
- OsteopeniaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- PanhypopituitarismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Panhypopituitarism.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- Pediatric Growth Hormone DeficiencyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Peutz-Jeghers SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome.
- Phacomatosis PigmentokeratoticaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Phacomatosis Pigmentokeratotica.
- Phacomatosis PigmentovascularisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Phacomatosis Pigmentovascularis.
- PheochromocytomaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Pheochromocytoma.
- Pituitary ApoplexyDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Apoplexy.
- Pituitary TumorDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- ProlactinomaDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Prolactinoma.
- PseudohypoparathyroidismDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Pseudohypoparathyroidism.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- RicketsDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Rickets.
- Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID)Dr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID).
- Sheehan SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Sheehan Syndrome.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- Sturge-Weber SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Sturge-Weber Syndrome.
- Subacute ThyroiditisDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Thyroiditis.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Tieche-Jadassohn NevusDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Tieche-Jadassohn Nevus.
- Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) SyndromeDr. Masharani isExperienced. Learn about Von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) Syndrome.
