25 of the Best Pediatric Endocrinologists Near Me in Hanover, MD

Looking for the best pediatric endocrinologist near Hanover, MD? Find the best pediatric endocrinologist near you in Hanover, MD who is an expert in your child's specific condition. A pediatric endocrinologist is a specialist who treats hormonal conditions or other endocrine disorders in children.

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    Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sally Radovick is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Radovick is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Panhypopituitarism, Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency, Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD), and Obesity. Dr. Radovick is currently accepting new patients.

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    UM Peds Endocrinology Hanover

    7556 Teague Road, Suite 470, 
    Hanover, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Nikita is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Hanover, Maryland. Dr. Nikita is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Precocious Puberty. Dr. Nikita is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatric Endocrinology, 2015 and American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics, 2012. Dr. Nikita is currently accepting new patients.

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    Howard County

    7625 Maple Lawn Boulevard, Suite 230, 
    Fulton, MD 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea Estrada is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Fulton, Maryland. Dr. Estrada is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mccune-Albright Syndrome, Osteitis Fibrosa, Pseudohypoparathyroidism, and Albright's Hereditary Osteodystrophy. Dr. Estrada is board certified in Pediatric Endocrinology: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2015 and Pediatrics: American Board Of Pediatrics, 2012.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
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    Dr. Risa Wolf is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her clinical practice focuses on pediatric diabetes care and other endocrine issues. Dr. Wolf received her undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania, after which she attended the Mount Sinai School of Medicine where she graduated with Distinction in Research, and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her pediatric residency at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, followed by a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. During her fellowship, Dr. Wolf was awarded prestigious grants from both the Pediatric Endocrine Society and the Endocrine Society to support her research in obesity and metabolism. Dr. Wolf also spent two years working at Broward Health in Florida, where she developed a Comprehensive Pediatric Diabetes Center. She is the Founder and Medical Director of Camp Charm City diabetes camp in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Wolf's research focus is on clinical care innovations to improve outcomes in pediatric diabetes. She is the Principal Investigator of a study implementing point-of-care diabetes retinopathy screening into pediatric diabetes care, a Co-Investigator for Trialnet, and the Principal Investigator for the Pediatric Diabetes Consortium site at Johns Hopkins. She also studies a novel family of proteins, called CTRPs, to determine their impact on glucose and lipid metabolism in the context of obesity and diabetes. Dr. Wolf is affiliated with the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Pediatric Endocrine Society, the Endocrine Society, and the American Diabetes Association. CV https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/johns-hopkins-childrens-center/_documents/_cvs/wolf_risa_m_cv.pdf. Dr. Wolf is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Obesity. Dr. Wolf is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Wolf is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Malinda Wu is a pediatric endocrinologist seeing patients at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, Maryland. She specializes in a wide range of pediatric endocrine conditions including metabolic bone disease, pediatric osteoporosis and cystic fibrosis endocrinopathies. Dr. Wu received her M.D. from Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University. She completed pediatrics residency at Penn State Hershey Medical Center and her pediatric endocrine fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine. She received her Master of Science in Clinical Research from Emory University (2021). Dr. Wu has been a faculty member at Johns Hopkins since 2021. Dr. Wu’s research interests are in metabolic bone disease and the health of women with cystic fibrosis. Dr. Wu’s current research is focused on women with cystic fibrosis and how estrogen supplementation may impact their health. She has received grant funding from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Dr. Wu is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Fibrosis, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Hypogonadism, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Dr. Wu is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.

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    LifeBridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Sinai

    2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 205, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Debra Counts is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Counts is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Klinefelter Syndrome, Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency. Dr. Counts is currently accepting new patients.

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    Pediatric Endocrinology | Medical Genetics
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    1800 Orleans St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Zubeyir Gun is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and a Medical Genetics provider practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Gun is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrous Dysplasia, Osteitis Fibrosa, Mccune-Albright Syndrome, and X-Linked Hypophosphatemia.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Scott M. Blackman is an associate professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and attending at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. His areas of clinical expertise include pediatric endocrinology. Dr. Blackman cares for infants and children with all types of endocrinologic disorders, including diabetes mellitus and disorders of growth, puberty, and the thyroid and pituitary glands. He runs a multidisciplinary clinic for pediatric patients with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD). He received his A.B. at Princeton University and his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees from the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in pediatrics and fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Blackman has been a faculty member in pediatric endocrinology since completing his fellowship in 2007. Dr. Blackman’s research interests include identifying genetic variants responsible for endocrine abnormalities in CF including CF-related diabetes, which is seen commonly in teenagers and adults with cystic fibrosis. His long-term research goals include understanding molecular mechanisms of diabetes, such as type 1 and type 2 diabetes as well as CFRD. He is a recipient of the Gilead Research Scholars Award and has received awards from the Pediatric Endocrine Society and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He receives research funding from the NIH and CF Foundation. He serves as a mentor for EnVision, a national program to train endocrinologists in the care of people with CF; he serves on the Program Planning Committee for the North American CF Conference and on the editorial board of the Journal of Cystic Fibrosis. He serves on study sections for the NIH (NIDDK) and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. He is a member of the Society for Pediatric Research and is a U.S. News Top Doctor. His clinical expertise encompasses Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Small for Gestational Age. Dr. Blackman is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Blackman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Sonum Bharill is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Her clinical expertise encompasses Addison's Disease, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, and Diabetic Ketoacidosis. Dr. Bharill is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Bharill is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Talia Hitt is an assistant professor of pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Her clinical practice focuses on all endocrine issues, with a particular focus in pediatric diabetes, insulin resistance and obesity. Dr. Hitt received her undergraduate degree from Colby College, after which she performed research in genetics at the Children’s Hospital of Boston. Dr. Hitt then attended the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, where she obtained a dual M.D./M.P.H. (Master of Public Health) degree. She completed her pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, followed by a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. During her fellowship, Dr. Hitt was awarded a prestigious grant from the Pediatric Endocrine Society to support her research in type 2 diabetes. Dr. Hitt also received a second clinical research master’s degree (Master of Science in Health Policy Research) from the University of Pennsylvania during her fellowship. Dr. Hitt’s research focus is on pediatric type 2 diabetes: its development, progression and innovative therapies. She is studying the relationship between insufficient sleep and type 2 diabetes in adolescents. In 2021, Dr. Hitt was awarded a supplemental award to a 2018 National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases R01 award studying cardiometabolic risk among South Asian adolescents compared with African American and white peers. Dr. Hitt has additionally studied the clinical implementation of new therapeutics in pediatric diabetes care. Dr. Hitt is affiliated with the Pediatric Endocrine Society, the Endocrine Society, and the American Diabetes Association. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Congenital Hyperinsulinism. Dr. Hitt is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Hitt is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Dr. David W. Cooke is an associate professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Cooke’s clinical activities include both a general pediatric endocrine clinic and a pediatric diabetes clinic. His clinical interests include all endocrine disorders in children and adolescents, including short stature, abnormal pubertal development, growth hormone dysregulation, thyroid disorders, hormone deficiencies, hypopituitarism, diabetes insipidis, pituitary adenoma, prolactinoma, goiter, Cushing's disease, Addison's disease, polycystic ovary syndrome, congenital adrenal hyperplasia and disorders of sexual differentiation, Turner syndrome and Klinefelter syndrome, among others. He serves as clinical director of the division of pediatric endocrinology and director of the Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Training Program at Johns Hopkins. He is a member of the Johns Hopkins Klinefelter Syndrome Center. Dr. Cooke completed his undergraduate studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and received his medical degree from the Duke University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in pediatrics at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he also completed a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology. He has been a faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins since 1993. After his fellowship, Dr. Cooke spent five years of additional research training in the Department of Biological Chemistry at Johns Hopkins, supported by an individual Physician Scientist Award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dr. Cooke’s past research interest was the molecular basis of insulin resistance and obesity, with studies examining the role the adipocyte plays in these conditions. He had received research funding for these studies from the NIH and from the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Cooke is a recipient of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Institute for Excellence in Education award for Outstanding Achievement in Medical and Biomedical Education. He also has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Baltimore magazine. Dr. Cooke is a member of the Society for Pediatric Research, the American Diabetes Association, the Endocrine Society and Pediatric Endocrinology Society. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. His clinical expertise encompasses Klinefelter Syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Precocious Puberty, and Diabetic Ketoacidosis. Dr. Cooke is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Cooke is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Dr. Yasmin Akhtar is a Clinical Associate of Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the department of Pediatric Endocrinology. Dr. Akhtar completed her undergraduate studies at Loyola University Chicago. She went to medical school at the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Rush Medical Center in Chicago. She worked as a general pediatrician at a FQHC in Pittsburgh for 1 year then moved to Baltimore in 2014 where she completed her pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Johns Hopkins. After fellowship, she spent a year working for Kaiser Permanente as a general pediatrician and also caring for patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus and endocrine diagnoses. Dr Akhtar’s clinical activities include both diabetes and pediatric endocrinology. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Precocious Puberty, Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS). Dr. Akhtar is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Akhtar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Sandra Salsberg is a pediatric endocrinologist at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Salsberg provides diagnosis and care for children who have health issues rooted in the endocrine system. She specializes in treating adrenal disorders, diabetes, insulin resistance and thyroid disorders in children. Dr. Salsberg graduated from Weill Cornell Medicine. She then completed a residency in pediatrics at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine before going on to complete her fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at Boston Children’s Hospital. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency. Dr. Salsberg is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Salsberg is currently accepting new patients.

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    Chase Brexton Health Care

    5500 Knoll North Dr Ste 370, 
    Columbia, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Elyse Pine is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Columbia, Maryland. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Precocious Puberty, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Dr. Pine is currently accepting new patients.

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    Lifebridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Quarry Lake

    2700 Quarry Lake Dr Ste 270, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ryan Miller is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

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    MT. Washington Pediatric Hospital

    1708 W Rogers Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Dominique Long is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Long is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS), and Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism. Dr. Long is currently accepting new patients.

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    LifeBridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Sinai

    2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 205, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Albara Marwa is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Marwa is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS). Dr. Marwa is currently accepting new patients.

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    University Of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Center For Diabetes And Endocrinology At Outpatient Tower

    800 Linden Avenue, Floor 8, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.7 miles away)
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    Jennifer Anisko is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Dr. Anisko is board certified in Pediatric Nursing Certification Board - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care, 2006. Dr. Anisko is currently accepting new patients.

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    Rubenstein Child Health Building

    200 North Wolfe Street, Building 1, Building 1, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Maite Del Valle Rolon is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Del Valle Rolon is currently accepting new patients.

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    Johns Hopkins Children's Center

    1800 Orleans St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Leslie Plotnick is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Plotnick is currently accepting new patients.

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    Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital

    1708 West Rogers Avenue, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (12.2 miles away)
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    Dr. Kristin M. Arcara completed her undergraduate studies at SUNY Buffalo, and received her medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University. She then completed her residency in pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, spending an additional year serving as Chief Resident. She also completed a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Arcara has been a faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at Johns Hopkins since 2014. After her fellowship, Dr. Arcara spent one year as a Pediatric Endocrinologist at Children’s National Medical Center before returning to Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Arcara’s clinical activities include heading a multidisciplinary Pediatric Diabetes clinic at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, consisting of certified diabetes educators, registered dietitian and a team of psychologists with extensive training and expertise in the unique issues surrounding management of diabetes in children. She also has general pediatric endocrine clinics in which she evaluates and treats a variety of disorders including short stature, abnormal pubertal development, thyroid disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome, hypopituitarism, diabetes insipidus, pituitary adenoma, congenital adrenal hyperplasia and disorders of sexual differentiation, Turner syndrome and Prader Willi syndrome among others. Dr. Arcara is a member of Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital’s multidisciplinary Prader Willi Syndrome clinic. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Mixed Gonadal Dysgenesis, Turner Syndrome, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders). Dr. Arcara is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Arcara is currently accepting new patients.

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    Greater Baltimore Medical Center

    6565 North Charles Street, Pavilion East STE 313, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Dr. Janet L. Crane is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Crane is the Director of the Pediatric Bone Health Program, which focuses on the care of children with rare metabolic bone diseases and osteoporosis/skeletal fragility syndromes. Dr. Crane received her bachelor’s degree in nutritional science from the University of Missouri. She completed her medical degree at the University of Maryland-Baltimore, residency in pediatrics at Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics in Kansas City, Missouri and fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at Johns Hopkins University in 2013. Dr. Crane is a faculty member of the Center for Musculoskeletal Research. Her research is focused on bone modeling and remodeling factors that result in proper bone growth and strength. The goal of her studies is to identify diagnostic markers and therapeutic targets to enhance bone strength in children who have recurrent fractures. Dr. Crane also participates in industry sponosored clinical studies to investigate the safety and efficacy of medications for metabolic bone disease and skeletal fragility. Her clinical expertise encompasses Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Juvenile Primary Osteoporosis, Fibrous Dysplasia, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders). Dr. Crane is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Crane is currently accepting new patients.

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    200 N Wolfe St Rm 3115, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Adebola Giwa is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and Diabetic Ketoacidosis.

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    Lifebridge Pediatric Endocrinology-Quarry Lake

    2700 Quarry Lake Dr Ste 270, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Joseph Heinemann is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypogonadism, Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism, Panhypopituitarism, and Sheehan Syndrome. Dr. Heinemann is currently accepting new patients.

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    22 S Greene St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (8.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
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    Tessa Lebinger is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Baltimore, Maryland.

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    What is a pediatric endocrinologist?          

    A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who focuses on diagnosing and treating hormone-related issues in children. Hormones are released into the blood stream by endocrine glands to help different parts of the body communicate with each other. They act as chemical messengers that help control how we grow, how much energy we have, when we go through puberty, and even how our body handles stress. Hormone problems that affect children can be very different from those affecting adults. Therefore, a pediatric endocrinologist has completed special training to understand how hormones – and the glands that produce them – function at all stages of childhood into the teen years.  

    What are common endocrine disorders in children?   

    Children can have different types of endocrine disorders. One common disorder is type 1 or type 2 diabetes, where the body can’t properly use sugar, leading to blood sugar levels that get too high or too low. Another is growth disorders, where a child might grow much slower or faster than usual. Thyroid problems are also commonly treated by pediatric endocrinologists. The thyroid is a gland in the neck that controls how fast the body’s engines run. If it’s too active, it’s called hyperthyroidism; if it’s not active enough, it’s called hypothyroidism. Children can also have issues with puberty, either starting much earlier than expected, which is called precocious puberty, or much later, called delayed puberty.   

    What causes endocrine disorders?  

    Endocrine disorders can happen for different reasons. Some children inherit genes from their parents that make them more likely to have certain issues. Autoimmune diseases, where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, can also cause hormone problems. Infections, injuries, or tumors can damage the glands that produce hormones, leading to an imbalance. For example, a tumor in the pituitary gland, which controls many other glands in the body, can affect growth and development. Sometimes, doctors don’t know exactly what causes an endocrine disorder, but they can still help manage symptoms. 

    What are the signs of hormone imbalance in children?    

    Signs of hormone imbalance in children will vary depending on which hormones are affected. One common sign is unusual growth patterns, like growing too tall for their age or experiencing delayed growth. Other signs include:  

    • Skin changes like severe acne or very dry skin  
    • Sudden weight gain or weight loss  
    • Feeling tired all the time, even after getting enough sleep 
    • Drinking a lot of water and needing to go to the bathroom more often 
    • Sudden mood swings, such as becoming anxious or sad without a clear reason

    How are endocrine disorders treated in children? 

    The treatment for endocrine disorders in children depends on what type of disorder they have. For many hormone problems, doctors prescribe hormone replacement therapy. This means giving the child medicine that helps balance the hormones in their body. For example, if a child’s thyroid isn’t making enough hormones, they might need to take thyroid hormone pills. In cases of type 1 diabetes, children might need insulin shots or other medications to help control their blood sugar. Sometimes, lifestyle changes, like eating a healthier diet or getting more exercise, can help manage endocrine disorders. In more serious cases, surgery may be needed to remove a tumor or repair a gland. 

    When should I see a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Hanover, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Hanover, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Pediatric Endocrinologists near Hanover, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Pediatric Endocrinologists near Hanover, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Hanover?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Pediatric Endocrinologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Hanover, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Pediatric Endocrinologist may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Pediatric Endocrinologists near Hanover, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pediatric Endocrinologist search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    What are the most common health conditions that a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Hanover, MD might treat?

    Can I filter my search to find a Pediatric Endocrinologist that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pediatric Endocrinologist search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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