Endocrine Surgery

Endocrine Surgery

  • About
  • Approach
  • Who We Treat
  • Services
  • Appointments
  • Research
  • Locations
  • Doctors

    • Home to the oldest and one of the largest endocrine surgery divisions in the country, University of Michigan Health is renowned for its continuing advancement in the surgical care of a variety of endocrine disorders, including thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal diseases. Our surgeons are committed to exceptional patient care. With the help of multidisciplinary, compassionate care teams, innovative use of technology and effective and proven surgical techniques, we ensure you get best-in-class surgical treatment. 

    Our Approach

    Both in and out of the operating room, our treatments are based on years of research and personal experience. We are continually evaluating new methods and therapies to care for patients with endocrine disorders and provide the finest and most advanced remedies available. We offer inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing both minimally invasive, robotic and open surgical techniques.

    Who We Treat

    Our surgeons are dedicated to the medical and surgical care of patients with the following types of endocrine disorders:

    Our specialists offer treatments for both routine cases and the most advanced types of endocrine disease. Patients with highly complex issues requiring state-of-the-art surgical care are often referred to us. 

    Appointment Information

    To schedule an appointment with an endocrine surgeon, please call (734) 936-5738.

    Research

    We are dedicated to advancing the art and science of endocrine surgery through innovative laboratory and clinical research. Our surgeons are actively involved in studies of thyroid cancer, hyperparathyroidism, adrenal cancer and drug development for cancer.

    Locations
    • Endocrine Oncology Clinic | Rogel Cancer Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor B1 Reception A
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5911       Get Directions
    • General Surgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
      Floor 2 Reception C
      Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5331       Get Directions

    Doctors

     Search for a U-M Health doctor     Paul Glenn Gauger, MD

    Paul Glenn Gauger, MD

    Professor

    Surgery, Surgical Critical Care

    David Thomas Hughes, MD

    David Thomas Hughes, MD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Surgery

    Lauren Krumeich, MD

    Lauren Krumeich, MD, MS, FACS

    Assistant Professor

    Surgery

    Susan Clare Pitt, MD

    Susan Clare Pitt, MD

    Associate Professor

    Surgery

    Hunter J Underwood, MD

    Hunter J Underwood, MD

    Assistant Professor

    Surgery

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