The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at Johns Hopkins was established by Dr. Lawson Wilkins, a pioneer in the field of pediatric endocrinology, whose trainees went on to establish divisions of pediatric endocrinology throughout the globe. The world’s first pediatric endocrine clinic was founded at the Harriett Lane Home, now the Harriet Lane clinic, where our division is proud to continue to see patients. Dr. Wilkins was known for being a meticulous researcher, an warm clinician and dedicated teacher of medical students, residents and fellows.
In keeping with those traditions, the current Division of Pediatric Endocrinology is comprised of faculty engaged in high quality research, providing excellent clinical care and committed to the teaching the next generation of physicians.
More About the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
The division is staffed by a team of physicians and nurses, including certified diabetes educators. The division offers expertise in all areas of pediatric endocrinology, including disorders of growth, puberty, sex differentiation, glucose metabolism, bone and mineral metabolism, the pituitary/hypothalamus, the thyroid, the adrenal and the gonads.
Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Programs and Centers
- Fit and Healthy Clinic
- Bone Health Clinic
- Multidisciplinary Turner Syndrome Clinic
- Emerge Gender and Sexuality Clinic
Diabetes Care at Johns Hopkins Children's Center
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Johns Hopkins Pediatric Diabetes Center
The Pediatric Diabetes Center offers comprehensive care for infants, children and teens with all types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, prediabetes, atypical diabetes, MODY, and cystic-fibrosis-related diabetes.
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Camp Charm City
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Conditions We Treat
The following diseases and conditions are treated by the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at Johns Hopkins Children's Center:
- Acromegaly
- Adrenal insufficiency/Addison's disease
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)
- Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes
- Delayed puberty
- Diabetes insipidus
- Diabetes mellitus
- Disorders of sexual development
- Growth hormone deficiency
- Hyperprolactinemia
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypocalcemia
Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Research
Read about the research activities of the program faculty.
- Discovering genetic modifiers of cystic fibrosis-related diabetes and other endocrine complications of CF
- Understanding the cause of osteoporosis/skeletal fragility in childhood and identifying treatment targets
- Delineating the relationship between differential body composition and cardiometabolic risk
- Studying the effects of differential body composition on the risks for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease
- Use of technology to improve care and outcomes in youth with diabetes
- Utilizing autonomous artificial intelligence technology to diagnose diabetic retinopathy and improve access to screening.
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General Information
410-955-6463, option 2
After-hours On-call Physician
410-955-6070 (Ask for pediatric endocrinologist on call.)
Locations
Division of Pediatric Endocrinology
David M. Rubenstein Child Health Building
200 N Wolfe St, Room 3120
Baltimore, MD 21287
Johns Hopkins Pediatric Endocrinology Center at GMBC
6701 N. Charles St.
Towson, MD 21204
Endocrine Clinic at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
1708 West Rogers Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21209
Johns Hopkins Children's Center Pediatric Specialists — Annapolis
820 Bestgate Rd, Ste 2D
Annapolis, MD 21401
Charter Professional Building located on the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center campus
10700 Charter Drive, Suite 140
Columbia, MD 21044
The Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Bethesda
6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 2300
Bethesda, MD 20817