Dr. Darren Lackan M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
7801 Oakmont Boulevard Suite 101 Fort Worth Texas, 76132About
Dr. Darren Lackan practices Endocrinology in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Lackan 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. Lackan examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
University of Texas Health Science Center
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio 1999
Board Certification
Board certified in Internal Medicine and Diabetes
Endocrinology and Metabolism; Endocrine Certified Neck Ultrasonographer
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine within the Division of Endocrinology at UTMB -
Awards
- Fort Worth Top Doc in Endocrinology
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Thyroid Cancer
- Goiter
- Graves' Disease
Fellowships
- University of Texas Medical Branch
Professional Society Memberships
- Texas Medical Association, the Tarrant County Medical Society, the American Diabetes Association and the American College of Clinical Endocrinologists
What do you attribute your success to?
- Faith in God, Continued Hard Work and Dedication
Hobbies / Sports
- Tennis, Golf, Family Time
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