Adrenal Insufficiency and Cortisol Replacement

There are many questions around replacing cortisol for hypothalamic-pituitary brain tumor patients that have developed adrenal insufficiency. From dosages and timing of dosing, when to stress dose and the effects of long-term steroid use to weight gain and increased hunger.

In June’s Monthly Learning Series, we will explore this topic in depth so join us and bring your questions!

Presenter

Lisa Swartz Topor, MD, MMSc, is the fellowship director of pediatric endocrinology at Rhode Island and its Hasbro Children’s Hospital, and is an associate professor of pediatrics and teaching scholar at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology and her clinical interests include adrenal disease, thyroid disorders and diabetes.

Dr. Topor received her medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston and completed her residency and fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital. She pursued additional training in clinical investigation at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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