Pediatric Endocrinology

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Division of Pediatric Endocrinology

Expert clinical care, groundbreaking research and comprehensive training.

The U-M Medical School Department of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Endocrinology has a long-standing tradition of excellence in patient care and research in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, resident and fellow education and basic and clinical research training.

Our program is renowned for expertise in diabetes and carbohydrate metabolism, disorders of growth and puberty, obesity, neuroendocrine disorders and adrenal and thyroid disorders.

Clinical Care

Our experienced multidisciplinary medical team collaborates to deliver comprehensive, compassionate care that is individualized for each child and centered around the family’s needs.

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Nationally Ranked in Pediatric Diabetes & Endocrinology

C.S. Mott Children's Hospital has been recognized as one of the nation's best in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-2026. 

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Education

Prepare for a career in academic medicine in this sub-specialty area with the Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship, a three-year program offering a broad range of both clinical and research opportunities. Learn more about our fellowship.

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Research

The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology provides an exciting and vigorous research setting for faculty to perform the most advanced research aimed at understanding the pathophysiology of pubertal and adult endocrine, behavioral, growth and reproductive disorders.

The Faculty employ a wide array of integrative molecular, cellular, physiologic and clinical approaches to explore fundamental questions relating to growth and differentiation of tissues and the genes and signaling pathways involved in organ function and dysfunction. Faculty with both basic and clinical science research interests interact amongst themselves and with various members of the University faculty to provide exciting preclinical, translational and clinical research opportunities.

Our Faculty Explore:

  • Hormonal regulation of growth, puberty, and metabolic health
  • Genetics and molecular pathways underlying endocrine disorders
  • The impact of early life factors and stress on endocrine development
  • Diabetes, obesity, and their long-term consequences in youth
  • Reproductive and neuroendocrine health
  • Innovative clinical trials and novel therapies for pediatric patients
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Opportunities for Excellence

The Department of Pediatrics includes 17 clinical divisions and over 300 faculty members. Join our dynamic team dedicated to advancing pediatric care, education and research.

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Contact Us

Division of Pediatric Endocrinology
1500 East Medical Center Drive
D1205 MPB
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5718

Phone: 734-764-5175

Giving

Your gift can help our pediatricians provide the highest-quality care for children while contributing to significant advances in patient care, research, and education.

Division Leadership

See all Pediatric Endocrinology faculty Inas Thomas

Inas H Thomas, MD

Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Division Director of Pediatric Endocrinology
Medical Director, Diabetes Program
Service Chief, Medical School

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