Dr. Michelle L Orr M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
9401 N Oak Trfy 101 Kansas City MO, 64155About
Dr. Michelle Orr practices Endocrinology in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Orr specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Orr examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Mo, Columbia Sch of Med, Columbia Mo 1985
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Professional Memberships
- Member American Diabetes Association
Fellowships
- Kansas University Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism 1993
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