Endocrinology and Metabolism

The Division of Endocrinology

Diabetes patient Maggie and her horse.

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is ranked fifth in the nation for endocrinology and diabetes care on the U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals List. The Division of Endocrinology, part of the Center for Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, provides clinical care and conducts research on childhood diabetes, growth, weight management, general endocrinology and bone metabolism.

Our inspiration for the work we do is the children we treat. Our team of professionals works on multiple fronts to advance early intervention, education and scientific investigation to continue to give children hope so they can achieve their dreams.

The center is pioneering new tools, treatments and lifestyle-changing clinical programs. We are at the forefront of regional, national and international efforts to bring about healthier lives for children.

COMMON DISORDERS TREATED

  • Short Stature
  • Thyroid Issues
  • Puberty Problems
  • Adrenal Disorders

MY FIRST VISIT


DURING MY TREATMENT


DIVISION ACCOMPLISHMENTS

METRICS
Our highly trained professionals care for more than 4,000 children with endocrine disorders annually. Nearly 2,000 of our patients are treated annually for type-1 and type-2 diabetes.

TRAINING
The Endocrinology Fellowship Program in the Center for Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism trains the next generation of highly specialized pediatric endocrinologists.

RESEARCH INITIATIVES
A Few Noteworthy Publications
We initiate and participate in major national clinical studies. Our physician-scientists are collaborating with researchers at The Saban Research Institute and other institutions on more than a dozen research studies involving diabetes, obesity, growth, bone metabolism and endocrinology.

SUCCESS STORIES

Aiden Montgomery
Growth Hormone Deficiency Patient

Maggie Drysch
Diabetes Patient


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DIVISION NEWS AND EVENTS

NEWS
Spring 2011 Newsletter

EVENTS
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Family Fiesta
Event Flyer

MEDIA FEATURING OUR CARE


  • Imagine Television Special 2008
    Feature Length: 12:00

    Meet two families who are helping physicians and scientists at our hospital to unlock the mysteries of childhood diabetes and to find a cure.

  • Vista L.A. Television Special 2007
    Feature Length: 04:38

    Highlights story of Angie Ramos, teenager, diagnosed with diabetes and treated at our hospital.

CONTACT US

The Division of Endocrinology
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
4650 Sunset Blvd., MS #61
Los Angeles, CA 90027

323-361-4606

Locations and Directions

Hospital Parking

Our Approach to Care

Refer a Patient

Clinical Trials

Support Us


Dr. Mitch Geffner, Head of the Division of Endocrinology 

Division Chief
Mitch Geffner, MD

The Division of Endocrinology is currently led by interim division chief, Mitch Geffner, MD. 

Dr. Geffner's Medical Bio

ACTIVE PHYSICIANS

COURTESY PHYSICIANS