Dr. Sylvia M. Robinson, MD
Pediatrician
About
Dr. Sylvia Robinson is a pediatric endocrinologist based in Chicago, IL. Dr. Robinson completed a combined training program in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics followed by a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology. She specializes in the health care of children with hormone disorders. Pediatric doctors typically work with infants, children, teenagers, and young adults up to age 21. Dr. Robinson has a special interest in the prevention and treatment of: obesity, metabolic syndrome, and many of the associated complications.
Education and Training
Northwestern University BA 2006
University of Chicago MD 2008
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Future Leaders Advancing Research in Endocrinology 2022 Endocrine Society
- NMF Dctr Emerging Investigator Recipient 2022 National Medical Fellowships
Professional Memberships
- Endocrine Society
- Cook County Physicians Association
Fellowships
- University of Illinois at Chicago-Rush University Medical Center, Pediatric Endocrinology, 2016-2019
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