Bio
Education
• BS Magna Cum Laude: Chemistry, Georgetown University
• MD: Yale University School of Medicine
• Internship and Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School
• Fellowship: National Institutes of Health
• Board Certification: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism; Internal Medicine
Specialties:
- Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
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Affiliation:
- Assistant Clinical Professor, The George Washington Univesity School of Medicine. Chairman, Endocrine Section, Suburban Hospital, Johns Hopkins Medicine
Location:
- Bethesda, MD
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Credentials
- Education
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B.S. Chemistry (Magna Cum Laude), Georgetown University, 1977 - 1981M.D., Yale University School of Medicine, 1981 - 1985
- Internship
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Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 1985 - 1986
- Residency
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Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, 1986 - 1988
- Fellowship
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Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, National Institutes of Health, 1988 - 1991
- Board Certifications
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Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal MedicineInternal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Professional Membership or Societies
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American Association of Clinical EndocrinologistsAmerican Diabetes Association
- Honors or Awards
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Phi Beta KappaSigma Xi honor society for scientific researchCollege Chemistry Achievement Awared, Chemical Society of WashingtonAmerican Cancer Society Thesis Prize, Yale University School of Mediicine"Top Doctor" in Endocrinology, Washingtoninan Magazine
Activity
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What are the side effects of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs?
Statin drugs are very powerful in cutting the risk of heart disease, but of course they're not perfect. Many people who take them complain of muscle pain, and people often say they feel the way they do the day after a hard workout, even when they haven't been physically active. Sometimes this just..
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How serious is prediabetes?
If you don’t get rid of your prediabetes -- even if it never turns into diabetes -- you still have a serious condition that can set you up for many of the same complications of diabetes, such as heart disease, retinopathy, and neuropathy. Your heart disease risk is particularly high if you have some
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Why can benign tumors still be dangerous?
We should start by emphasizing that most benign tumors are not dangerous. Having said that, a tumor can cause problems by where it is located or by how large it is. For example, a benign pituitary tumor may cause problems because it is large and is pressing on the optic nerve in the brain, causing v
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Can I develop diabetes even if I exercise and eat a healthy diet?
The answer, unfortunately, is yes. Genetics is the largest factor affecting whether you are going to develop diabetes. If you have a very strong family history of diabetes, it may be difficult for you to prevent the development of diabetes altogether. The second major risk factor, of course, is obes
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How long does insulin work after injection?
Insulin is usually classified as short- or fast-acting, intermediate-acting and long-acting. Short-acting insulin typically begins to act within 30 to 45 minutes, reaches a peak of action at around 90 minutes and has mostly stopped working by about 3 to 4 hours. Short-acting insulin includes a gener
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How common is toxic goiter?
Toxic goiter, which includes both Graves’ disease (a non-nodular or “diffuse” toxic goiter) and overactive thyroid nodules, is quite common in medical terms, though this still means only 1 to 2% of the population lifetime incidence in most studies. In contrast, non-toxic thyroid nodules, meaning nod
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When should a diabetes patient see an ophthalmologist?
Disease of the retina, or the light-sensing portion of the eye, is a major complication of diabetes, and diabetes remains one of the leading causes of severe vision loss, particularly among younger individuals. As a result, most physicians recommend that a person with diabetes see an ophthalmo
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When should I test my blood sugar level?
Though all blood sugar readings are helpful, certain readings -- such as those taken in the morning, before meals, two hours after meals, and before bedtime -- provide particularly valuable clues as to whether your overall diabetes management is working well. You and your doctor may come up with a..
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What is prediabetes?
The term prediabetes refers to someone who has abnormally high blood sugar, but not high enough to meet the diagnosis of diabetes. There are several criteria that apply. A fasting blood sugar (taken first thing in the morning when you have not eaten anything for about 8 to 10 hours) would norm
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Is hyperthyroidism serious?
Hyperthyroidism -- a condition in which there is too much thyroid hormone in the bloodstream -- is always a serious condition in the sense that is cannot be ignored, but like most conditions the severity ranges from mild to quite severe, and treatment will vary in proportion. Very mild cases, with o
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How may diabetes affect a woman's sex life?
In addition to a lower libido in response to certain medicines, women have their own issues with sexual function and diabetes. Diabetes increases the likelihood of vaginal yeast infections, especially if the blood sugar levels are not well controlled. This can cause itching, burning, and pain. Alth
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What is glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1)?
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) gets its name from the fact that it is chemically similar to glucagon, but, like insulin, it lowers blood sugar. GLP-1 is made by cells in the intestine after eating, and it travels via the bloodstream to the pancreas, where it increases the amount of insulin that's m
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How should I treat a jellyfish sting?
If someone is stung by a jellyfish, they should follow these steps. Do not immerse the wound in cool freshwater or rub vigorously -- both could cause the cysts to fire and cause more pain. Remove the tentacles -- try brushing off with an object (such as a credit card) combined with shaving c
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How does a podiatrist or foot doctor help people with diabetes?
A podiatrist or doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM) is a physician and surgeon specializing in foot and ankle care, including the treatment of diabetes-related conditions. People with peripheral neuropathy and sensory loss may get foot ulcers, or calluses that can become ulcerated if they are not...
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Where is the best endocrinology center located?
This is the kind of question that's bound to get anyone in trouble if he dare answer it! There are so many terrific places around the country where the endocrine care is superb, that there's no way to be comprehensive in giving a list, but you're sure to upset some fine institution if you leave
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