The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism offers several different clinics to meet the needs of our patients.
Our primary Endocrinology Clinic is located on the 4th floor of the Kirklin Clinic. Our clinic is open from 8am-5pm Monday thru Friday. Our endocrinologists also hold clinics at UAB’s Cooper Green, Gardendale, Hoover, Lee Branch, Leeds, and Medical West locations. We diagnose, evaluate and treat patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, bone and mineral disorders and diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, and the pituitary. In evaluating patients, we consult with other specialists in radiology, pathology, laboratory medicine, surgery and other medical specialties. Patients can expect excellent and thorough evaluations of their medical condition with appropriate feedback and recommendations provided to their primary care provider. Drs. Basma Abdulhadi, Carlos Arguello, Ananda Basu, Alexandra Dodd, Jayasree Jonnadula, Iram Moledina, Fernando Ovalle, Anish Patel, Sajal Patel, Richard Rosenthal, Krishmita Siwakoti, T. Brooks Vaughan III, Amy Warriner and Anne Weaver are joined by a clinic coordinator, a team leader, four nurses, and a host of medical support staff to assist in your visit.
The Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism also participates in multidisciplinary clinics involving additional specialists to provide a “one stop” comprehensive approach.
Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Clinic
The Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Clinic located in the Kirklin Clinic is staffed by Drs. Basma Abdulhadi, Iram Moledina and Amy Warriner, endocrinologists in our division, as well as Rheumatologists, Nutritionists, Radiologists and Physical Therapists. This comprehensive clinic provides evaluation and treatment of osteoporosis due to menopause, glucocorticoids and other medical conditions associated with low bone mass and increased fracture risk. This clinic also provides patients with access to innovative and novel therapies through an active Clinical Trials program.
Pituitary Disorders Clinic
The Pituitary Disorders Clinic is located in the Kirklin Clinic and is co-led by Dr. T. Brooks Vaughan, an endocrinologist in our division, and provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for patients with pituitary tumors, pituitary hormone abnormalities and related disorders. Individualized care is coordinated through a multispecialty approach involving Dr. Kristen Riley who is a skilled pituitary neurosurgeon and an expert in pituitary disease.
1917 Clinic
The 1917 Clinic is a comprehensive HIV clinic located at 908 South 20th Street. Endocrine disorders can result from HIV itself but also from HIV treatments. Drs. Krishmita Siwakoti and Jayasree Jonnadula participate in this multidisciplinary clinic and provide care for multiple Endocrine diseases, including cholesterol problems, diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, thyroid disease, pituitary, and adrenal disease. This clinic also provides patients with access to innovative and novel therapies through an active Clinical Trials program.
Weight Loss Medicine Clinic
UAB Weight Loss Medicine (WLM) is a medical clinic that helps patients lose weight and keep it off. They combine a focus on diet and nutrition with other services, including medical oversight from physicians, FDA-approved medications when appropriate, and group visits.
The WLM team includes physicians who are board-certified in obesity medicine as well as internal medicine and endocrinology. Drs. Basma Abdulhadi, Fernando Bril and Amy Warriner participate in this multidisciplinary clinic. We also have a team of registered dietitians, diabetes educators, and nurse practitioners. This comprehensive team approach provides the tools you need to lose weight and maintain a healthier you.
Birmingham VA Medical Center
Drs. Monica Agarwal, Fernando Bril, Anish Patel, and T. Brooks Vaughan III are members of the UAB Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism who evaluate and treat patients with endocrine disorders and diabetes at the Birmingham Veterans Affairs Medical Center.