Black Endocrinologists by state
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Leah Akinseye, MD
Memphis, TN
Victoria Bouhairie, MD
Charlotte, NC
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Memphis, TN
Ayotunde Dokun, MD, PhD, FACE
Iowa City, IA
Estelle Everett, MD, MHS
Valencia, CA
Sherita Golden, MD, MHS
Baltimore, MD
Joshua Joseph, MD, MPH
Columbus, OH
Saka Kazeem, MD, FACE
Brooklyn, NY
Janelle Townes, MD
Birmingham, AL
Kelly Wood, MD
Fayetteville, GA
Chika Anekwe, MD, MPH
Boston, MA
Tiwalade Awosanya, M.D.
Nashville, TN
Sherri-Ann Burnett-Bowie, MD, MPH
Boston, MA
Saleemah Fahmi
Dallas, TX
Ilene Fennoy, MD, MPH
New York, NY
Yaa Kumah-Crystal, MD, MPH, MS
Nashville, TN
Rita Louard, MD
Bronx, NY
Daniel Okorodudu, MD, MHS
Dallas, TX
Barbara Onumah, MD
Annapolis, MD
Sabrina Rene, MD
Newnan, GA
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Get startedWhat to know about Black Endocrinology care
Type 2 diabetes is 60 percent more common in Black adults than white adults (CDC, 2023), and Black Americans are three times more likely to develop end-stage kidney disease from diabetes. Endocrinologists specialize in the hormone systems behind diabetes, thyroid disease, PCOS, adrenal disorders, and obesity medicine. A Diabetes Care 2021 cohort showed that Black patients referred to endocrinology within one year of diabetes diagnosis had A1C levels 0.8 percent lower at five years, a meaningful effect.
Conditions endocrinologists treat
- Type 1 and type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes history
- Thyroid disease, including Graves' and Hashimoto's
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Obesity medicine, including GLP-1 prescribing
- Osteoporosis, adrenal insufficiency, pituitary disorders
When to book
- A1C above 8 despite two oral medications
- Unexplained weight changes, heat or cold intolerance
- Irregular periods with acne or unwanted hair growth
- Recurrent kidney stones, early-onset osteoporosis
Advocacy prompts
- Am I a candidate for a CGM or GLP-1 medication?
- Can we recheck thyroid antibodies, not just TSH?
- What's my kidney and eye-exam schedule?
Ask your primary care doctor or a community health center first: they can bill your insurance for an FDA-approved GLP-1 like Wegovy or Zepbound if your plan covers it, which costs far less than paying a telehealth service out of pocket. Our directory of free and charitable clinics lists centers by state. Many online weight-loss services sell compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide instead: compounded GLP-1 medications are not FDA-approved products, and the FDA does not review compounded drugs for safety, effectiveness, or quality. A same-day telehealth visit is self-pay and is not billed to Medicaid. If you still want to explore a telehealth option:
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Weight-loss care, priced up front
Check weight-loss optionsCities with Black Endocrinology
Related conditions
- Type 2 Diabetes , Of Black adults have diagnosed diabetes
Related reading
- Ozempic Cost Without Insurance: 2026 Prices and Cheaper Routes
- Tirzepatide vs semaglutide for Black patients: how to think about the choice
- Thyroid Disease in Black Women: Testing and Treatment Guide
- Thyroid Cancer in Black Women: Why Outcomes Are Worse
- Ozempic and Wegovy in Black patients: what the trials actually show
- Medicare's $50 GLP-1 Bridge: Who Qualifies and How to Get It
- Maryland just capped Ozempic at $274 a month. Most Black Marylanders won't see the change in 2027.
- Compounded Semaglutide and Tirzepatide: What the Crackdown Means
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a Black Endocrinologist in the US?
Use the search and filter tools on this page to browse Black Endocrinologists in the US. You can filter by distance from a ZIP code, by telehealth, and by whether the Endocrinologist has confirmed they are accepting new patients. If the list is short, consider virtual options as many Black Endocrinologists serve patients statewide or nationwide.
Are there virtual or telehealth Black Endocrinologists serving the US?
Yes. Many Black Endocrinologists offer telehealth appointments in addition to or instead of in-person visits. Use the telehealth filter on this page to see providers who offer virtual care, which can expand your options significantly if local availability is limited.
Why does seeing a Black Endocrinologist matter?
Research consistently shows that racial concordance between patients and their care team is associated with better communication, greater trust, and improved health outcomes. Patients who share a racial or cultural background with their Endocrinologist often report feeling more understood and are more likely to follow through on care plans.
What should I ask a Endocrinologist before working with them?
Ask whether they are accepting new patients, what insurance they accept, and whether they offer telehealth or in-person visits. It is also worth asking about their experience with conditions relevant to you, their communication style, and how they handle after-hours questions or urgent concerns.
Do Black Endocrinologists in the US accept insurance or Medicaid?
This directory does not yet record which insurance plans each Endocrinologist accepts, so the listings here cannot tell you. Contact the Endocrinologist directly to confirm your specific plan, including Medicaid or Medicare, is accepted before scheduling.
Is a Black provider the same as an African American provider on this directory?
Yes. Black Health uses Black and African American interchangeably to describe the same population of providers and patients, matching how people commonly search and self-identify. Both terms point to the same providers on this page.
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