Specialty Endocrinology
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In Utero Exposure to SARS-CoV-2 May Increase the Risk of Cardiometabolic Disease
Massachusetts General Hospital researchers found that infants who have in utero exposure to maternal SARS-CoV-2 exhibit lower birth weight followed by accelerated weight gain in the first year of life, a pattern thought to increase the risk of obesity and cardiometabolic disease in childhood and adulthood.
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Mass General Researchers Develop New Oral Compound for Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment
Massachusetts General Hospital researchers have identified a new compound that increased bone formation and bone mass when given orally to mice. Their findings may lead to a new, more convenient therapy for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.
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Preserving Lean Body Mass in Patients Taking GLP-1 for Weight Loss
In a Grand Rounds presentation, Mass General Brigham researchers reviewed data on the impact of weight loss paradigms, including GLP-1 agonists, on body composition and fat mass. They report combining exercise and high protein diet may help prevent bone and muscle loss in patients taking GLP-1 for weight loss.
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Relationship Between Average Glucose Levels and HbA1c Differs by Race/Ethnicity
David M. Nathan, MD, and colleagues who conducted a large prospective trial have found racial/ethnic differences between average glucose and hemoglobin A1c, which they believe should be considered in diagnosing diabetes and setting treatment goals.
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Helping General Oncologists Make CLL Treatment Decisions
Expert panel develops guidance for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) treatment decisions to help community oncologists navigate complex selection and sequencing at every stage.
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Bionic Pancreas Improves Glycemic Control in Patients With Cystic Fibrosis-related Diabetes
Melissa Putman, MD, Jordan Sherwood, MD, and colleagues report that the insulin-only iLet bionic pancreas improved glucose control in patients with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) compared to usual care, without an increase in continuous glucose monitoring-measured hypoglycemia.
Endocrinology Contributors
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Camille E. Powe, MD
Endocrinologist, Massachusetts General Hospital, Co-Director, Diabetes in Pregnancy Program
Recent Article
Carbohydrate Intake Before Oral Glucose Tolerance Test May Prevent Accurate Diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes
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Elizabeth A. Lawson, MD
Clinician, Neuroendocrine Unit, Division of Endocrinology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Associate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Cholecystokinin Elevation Observed in Youth With Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder -
Joel S. Finkelstein, MD
Endocrinologist, Massachusetts General Hospital, Associate Director, Bone Density Center, Endocrine Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital
Recent Article
Ivacaftor Improves Skeletal Outcomes in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis -
Jose C. Florez, MD, PhD
Chief, Diabetes Unit, Endocrine Division, John T. Potts Jr., MD Endowed Chair in Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Newly Identified Genetic Variant Has Substantial Effect on Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
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Melissa S. Putman, MD
Endocrinologist, Massachusetts General Hospital, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School
Recent Article
Bionic Pancreas Improves Glycemic Control in Patients With Cystic Fibrosis-related Diabetes -
Steven Kyle Grinspoon, MD
Chief, Metabolism Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, Director, Nutrition Obesity Research Center, Harvard
Recent Article
Diet Quality Is Suboptimal or Poor in Large Proportion of Global Population With HIV
Endocrinology Division
The Endocrinology Division at Massachusetts General Hospital offers a comprehensive integrated program of clinical services for both primary and tertiary care of adults with endocrine disorders.