Best Endocrinologists in Chicago

Dr. Nidal Hasan holds dual board certifications in internal medicine and endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, granted by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He obtained his medical degree from Damascus University-Faculty of Medicine in Damascus, Syria. Additionally, he completed his fellowship training in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago. Dr. Nidal Hasan has a specific focus on the treatment of diabetes, with the goal of promoting long-term health and optimal wellness for his patients. His approach to treatment involves establishing strong, individualized relationships with each patient. He has associations with Advocate Trinity Hospital, located in Chicago, and Franciscan St. Margaret Health-Hammond, situated in Hammond, Indiana. Dr. Nidal Hasan also practices medicine in Munster, IN, and New Lenox, IL. Telehealth appointments are available for convenient consultations.

Dr. Thomas L. Pitts completed his medical degree at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and pursued his residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. He is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pitts focuses his research efforts on the detection and management of diabetes, actively participating in trials such as the Diabetes Prevention Trial and Phase 3 and 4 efficacy trials for diabetes treatment. He is fluent in both English and Spanish. Dr. Thomas L. Pitts is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and warmly welcomes new patients into his practice.

Dr. Marla Barkoff is an Endocrinologist with board certification and has amassed over a decade of experience caring for patients with thyroid disease. She earned her MD from the Boston University School of Medicine and completed a Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at The University of Chicago. Dr. Marla specializes in providing comprehensive treatment for various aspects of thyroid health. Her approach is characterized by a unique blend of evidence-based medicine and compassionate individual care, focusing on enhancing the quality of life as a crucial aspect of thyroid regulation. As a volunteer with UNICEF, she devoted her time to studying the impact of iodine nutrition on thyroid health in Ghana, West Africa. Dr. Marla also served as an assistant professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago. In 2016, she decided to establish Integrative Endocrinology after facing challenges in obtaining a diagnosis and comprehensive care for her own autoimmune diseases. Her vision was to create a practice where patients could receive attentive and empathetic care that addresses their concerns holistically. She considers it an honor to bring together her extensive clinical expertise and research experience to offer patients the possibility of hope and healing.