Endocrinology/ Diabetes
Phone: (504) 896-9441
Fax: (504) 894-5139
This Division of Endocrinology provides state-of-the-art diagnostic evaluation and
treatment for children and adolescents with hormonal disorders. Our faculty has special
expertise in:
- Disorders of growth and development
- Bone mineral disorders
- Disorders of the pituitary
- Adrenal and thyroid abnormalities
- Genital abnormalities
The faculty directs a specialized multidisciplinary team for comprehensive management of childhood hypoglycemia, diabetes, and prevention of the long-term complications of diabetes.
The LSUHSC Endocrine Division maintains the only facility in the Gulf South for determination of integrated hormonal concentration, useful in the diagnosis of growth hormone and adrenal hormone disorders. Inpatient and outpatient consult services are also available.
Faculty & Staff
Division Head
Ricardo Gomez, MD
Professor of Pediatrics
Director, Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Program
Clinical Faculty
Stuart A. Chalew, MD
Professor of Pediatrics
Phone: (504) 896-9441
Fax: (504) 894-5139
Dania Felipe, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Arlette A. Soros, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics