Pituitary - MGH Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center - Massachusetts General Hospital

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Web Name: Pituitary - MGH Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center - Massachusetts General Hospital

WebSite: http://pituitary.mgh.harvard.edu

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Our nurses and nursing assistants will perform specialized testing. Our neuroendocrinologists will provide expert pituitary care. Our neuroendocrinologists will provide expert pituitary care. Our neuroendocrinologists will provide expert pituitary care. Our neuroendocrinologists will provide expert pituitary care. Our pituitary surgeon performs more than 150 pituitary surgeries a year. Our pituitary surgeon performs more than 150 pituitary surgeries a year. The intraoperative MRI provides the surgeon with images during surgery. Our radiation oncologists will provide specialized radiation treatment. We offer state-of-the-art proton beam radiation therapy. We offer state-of-the-art proton beam radiation therapy. About Us The Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center offers a multidisciplinary approach to patients with pituitary and hypothalamic disorders, including acromegaly, Cushing's disease, prolactinomas, and nonfunctioning pituitary tumors. We provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art diagnostic evaluations and individualized treatment plans formulated by a dedicated, coordinated team of neuroendocrinologists, pituitary neurosurgeons and specialized radiation oncologists. Karen K. Miller, M.D., Director, Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center Detailed outpatient evaluations of all disorders affecting the hypothalamus and pituitary gland Complete basal and dynamic hormone testing Coordination of endocrine evaluations, radiological studies, visual field testing, and surgical and radiation therapy consultations. A diagnostic and therapeutic plan formulated for each patient and provided to the referring physician A weekly multidisciplinary case conference at which complex cases are presented The opportunity to participate in clinical research designed to enhance the care of patients with pituitary disorders Workshops for patients and families Conditions and Treatments The Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center works with referring physicians to provide the following: Consultative evaluations of patients with pituitary disorders Complete basal and dynamic hormone testing Coordination of endocrine evaluations, radiological studies, visual field testing, and surgical and radiation therapy consultations. A diagnostic and therapeutic plan formulated for each patient and provided to the referring physician A weekly multidisciplinary case conference at which complex cases are presented A research program designed to enhance the care of patients with rare pituitary disorders Medical education specifically in the area of pituitary disorders: educational presentations by our faculty, a Neuroendocrine Bulletin and postgraduate educational opportunities In response to continuing developments of new treatments for patients with pituitary disease, the Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center offers an Information Service for Physicians. The purpose is to support physicians in the care of their patients by providing access to the most recent information and research regarding pituitary disease and its treatment. Physician Pituitary Information Service - Physicians with questions may contact: Dr. Biller at 617-726-3965 or 1-888-429-6863 e-mail: pituitary.info@partners.org Physicians Clinical and Basic Research Studies -- We are actively recruiting participants for several research studies described on this site and we hope that you will consider participating. These studies are designed to advance our understanding of pituitary disorders and improve treatment for pituitary patients. Patients may qualify for research studies in the Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center. We are currently accepting patients for screening to determine study eligibility. Depending on the study, subjects may receive free testing, medication and/or stipends. Research Studies Patient Education -- There is a wealth of information designed for patients about pituitary disease on this website, on the Pituitary Society website and in the Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center Bulletins. For a video of our Acromegaly Patient Day. Check back here for announcements of future workshops. Physician Education -- The MGH/Harvard Medical School postgraduate course Clinical Endocrinology is held annually in Boston and includes a full day on pituitary topics. The Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center Bulletin provides updates on pituitary disease topics. Education Volume 24, Issue 2, Winter 2018/2019 [PDF version] Macimorelin as a Diagnostic Test for Adult GH Deficiency - by Laura Dichtel, M.D. Case Records of the MGH Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Center: When Do Prolactinomas Require Surgery? - by Pamela S. Jones, M.D., M.S., M.P.H. Research Studies Available. See Studies for: Adults with active or treated acromegaly & Adults with active Cushing’s Syndrome Physician Pituitary Information Service (PPIS) - e-mail pituitary.info@partners.org Save the Date - Clinical Endocrinology: 2019 - April 3 – April 7, 2019 Save the Date - 20th Annual Nicholas T. Zervas Lectureship 2019– Presentation by Monica Gadelha, MD, PhD, Professor of Endocrinology at the Medical School of the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro - Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 12pm - For further information call Philip at 617-726-3870 - The NEPCCC Welcomes Dr. Mabel Toribio Newsletter Archive Patients & Families with questions about referrals, consultations, 2nd opinions or appointments may contact: For an appointment at the Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center, email pituitary.appointment@mgh.havard.edu or call 617-726-7948. For a neurosurgical appointment, email Dr. Brooke Swearingen or call 617-726-3910. Special Instructions (If available, please bring): Copies of your medical records/discharge summary/physician notes. A copy of your MRI or CT on a CD. A copy of your lab reports. Bring any medications you are taking with you to your appointment. Please make sure your MGH registration is accurate and up-to-date. Our clinic assistants will help you update your hospital registration and insurance information. Physicians who would like to refer patients: Referrals for neuroendocrine evaluation, e-mail Dr. Nachtigall or call 617-726-7948. Referrals for surgical evaluation, email Dr. Swearingen or call 617-726-3910. Our Team The Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center offers detailed outpatient evaluation of all disorders affecting the endocrine function of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, achieved through comprehensive office visits, complete basal and dynamic hormone testing, and coordination of radiological studies and visual field evaluations. Patients are presented at the weekly Neuroendocrine Clinical Conference which is attended by endocrinologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, and radiation therapy physicians. A diagnostic and therapeutic plan is formulated for each patient and provided to the referring physician. ... read more ... Pituitary Tumors The pituitary gland secretes a number of hormones that control many of the endocrine functions of the body. It secretes prolactin, which stimulates mild production after pregnancy; ACTH (adrenocorticotrophic hormone) controls cortisol production by the adrenal glands; TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones; GH (growth hormone) is important for normal growth and bone development and for maintaining bone and muscle mass in adults. Pituitary tumors can be either secretory (secreting excessive pituitary hormones) or non-functioning (non-secreting). Large tumors, whether secretory or non-functioning, can cause visual loss from pressure on the optic nerves or chiasm, headaches and/or hormone deficiencies from damage to the normal pituitary gland. There are a number of syndromes associated with excess hormone secretion, including: Acromegaly Cushing's Disease Prolactinoma TSH Adenomas There are also a number of tumors, cysts and other disorders in the pituitary gland area that do not secrete hormones but may need to be treated. These include: Non-functioning pituitary adenomas Pituitary cysts (Rathke cleft cysts, arachnoid cysts) Craniopharyngiomas Inflammatory disorders (sarcoid, lymphocytic hypophysitis and others) Prolactinomas (excess prolactin secretion) can cause amenorrhea (loss of menstrual periods) and galactorrhea (breast milk production) in women, and low testosterone in men with loss of libido (sex drive) and erectile dysfunction. First line of treatment is usually medication. ... read more ... Pituitary Surgery When surgery is necessary, most pituitary tumors can be removed through a transsphenoidal approach. A small incision is made in the back of the nasal passage, into the patient's sphenoid sinus. The pituitary gland sits in a bony cavity called the sella turcica in the back wall of the sphenoid sinus. This minimally invasive technique, called transsphenoidal surgery, typically helps patient recover from surgery faster. Our surgeons, specializing in minimally invasive transsphenoidal surgery, perform more than 150 transsphenoidal procedures per year. Frequently Asked Questions About Transsphenoidal Surgery For Pituitary Adenomas; A Patient Guide Transsphenoidal Surgery Post Operative Instructions ... read more ... Research Studies Physicians at the Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center conduct research and clinical trials, allowing us to bring our patients promising new treatments as quickly as possible. Physicians at the Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center at Massachusetts General Hospital are conducting several exciting research studies aimed at understanding and addressing medical issues related to pituitary disorders and learning more about the mechanisms of anorexia nervosa and applying novel treatments that will help improve future clinical treatments. ... read more ... Help Us The goal of MGH Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center is to develop and implement innovative therapies that will benefit people with neuroendocrine and pituitary disorders. Your support can make a critical difference in the development of such therapies. How You Can Help Attending Physicians The Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center New Staff Member Dr. Mabel Toribio Dr. Mabel Toribio earned her medical degree at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She then went on to complete her Internal Medicine residency training at the University of California, San Francisco; and her Endocrinology fellowship training at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Toribio sees patients with neuroendocrine and pituitary disorders at the MGH Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center and sees patients hospitalized at MGH through inpatient consultations. Additionally, she performs clinical research at MGH and provides teaching to medical students, residents, and other trainees at MGH and Harvard Medical School. call Philip at 617-726-3870 Lectureship Save the Date CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY: 2020 Endocrinology Join Us for the Massachusetts General Hospital / Harvard Medical School CME Course Clinical Endocrinology 2020 5 days of intensive endocrinology review March 21-25, 2020 at Boston’s Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel To view the brochure or register, please visit https://endocrinology.hmscme.com/ Videos Learn more about acromegaly and advances in surgery, radiation, and medical therapy. Speakers included specialists in acromegaly and a panel of patients diagnosed with acromegaly. Profiles of the Neuroendocrine Clinic: In 1985 the Massachusetts General Hospital Neuroendocrine and Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center was founded, in order to provide a multidisciplinary approach to patients with pituitary and hypothalamic disorders. Disclaimer About Medical Information: The information and reference materials contained herein is intended solely for the information of the reader. It should not be used for treatment purposes, but rather for discussion with the patient's own physician. All visitors to this and associated sites from the Neurosurgical Service at MGH agree to read and abide by the the complete terms of legal agreement found at the Neurosurgery "disclaimer & legal agreements." Patient Appointments - Patients should contact the Clinic at Voice: 617-726-7948 & Fax: 617.726.1241 or by email at pituitary.appointment@mgh.harvard.edu Physicians' Pituitary Information Service - Physicians with questions may contact Dr. Biller at 617.726.3965 or 1.888.429.6863 or via e-mail at pituitary.info@partners.org :: Research Studies

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The Neuroendocrine & Pituitary Tumor Clinical Center offers detailed outpatient evaluation of all disorders affecting the endocrine function of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, achieved through comprehensive office visits, complete basal and dynamic hormone testing, and coordination of radiologic studies and visual field evaluations. All new patients are presented at the weekly Neuroendocrine Clinical Conference which is attended by endocrinologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, and radiation therapy physicians. A diagnostic and therapeutic plan is formulated for each patient and provided to the referring physician.

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