Dr. Lisa Beth Yanoff M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
8512 Wild Olive Dr Potomac MD, 20854About
Dr. Lisa Yanoff practices Endocrinology in Potomac, MD. Dr. Yanoff 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. Yanoff examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
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