Mike McDermott, MD
Professor, Medicine-Endocrinology/Metabolism/Diabetes

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Gender: Male
Languages: English
Department, Section/Division: Medicine-Endocrinology/Metabolism/Diabetes

Practice Locations

UCHealth Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
6th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-2650
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UCHealth Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion - Anschutz Medical Campus
1635 Aurora Ct
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0000
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Hospital Affiliation
  • University of Colorado Hospital

Specialty Information

Specialties
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Board Certification (1983)
  • Internal Medicine, Board Certification (1980)
Conditions & Treatments
  • Endocrine System (Hormones)
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Adrenal Diseases
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Adult Type 1 Diabetes
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Adult Type 2 Diabetes
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Endocrine Cancer (Parathyroid, Adrenal, Carcinoid)
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Lipidosis
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Osteoporosis
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Thyroid Cancer
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Thyroid Disease
Clinical Interest for Patients
I am interested in Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Thyroid Disease and General Endocrinology.

Care Philosophy
I work with patients to provide them the opportunity to achieve their optimal health through a partnership that incorporates their personal health goals and philosophies and my best evidence based advice.

Personal Interests
Biking, Flyfishing, Golf, Skiing

Volunteer Activities
President, Colorado Leadership Council, American Diabetes Association; Member, Medical Advisory Board, 9 Health Fair, Colorado

Public Speaking
Yes

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, Tulane University School of Medicine (1977)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BS, Georgia Institute of Technology (1974)

Internships:
  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, CO (1978)

Residency Program:
  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, CO, Internal Medicine (1980)

Fellowships:
  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, CO, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (1982)

Recognition & Awards

  • Distinguished Physician of the Year, The Endocrine Society (2013)
  • Top Doctors in Denver, 5280 Magazine, 2004-2012 (2012)
    Voted a 5280 best doctor by my peers in response to the question, "Which physician would you trust to treat you and your family?"
  • Physican of the Year, University of Colorado Hospital (2012)
  • Outstanding Clinical Teacher, University of Colorado Medical School, Kaiser Permanente (2009)
  • Physician of the Year, University of Colorado Hospital (2004)

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, Member
  • American College of Physicians (ACP), Fellow
  • American Diabetes Association, Member
  • American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, Member
  • American Thyroid Association (ATA) , Member
  • Endocrine Society, Member

Teaching

  • Professor (1997)
    School of Medicine, Medicine
    Diabetes Mellitus, Osteoporosis, Thyroid Disease

Research & Grants

Research interests for Patients:
My research focuses include Diabetes Mellitus, Metabolism, Osteoporosis and Thyroid Disease.

Information for Referring Providers

Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
I am interested in Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Thyroid Disease and General Endocrinology.

Research Interest for Referring Providers
My clinical research interests include the treatment of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus, the treatment of osteoporosis and related metabolic bone diseases and the pathophysiology of disorders of the thyroid gland. My basic research interests have included studying the molecular events underlying the development of thyroid and pituitary tumors.
Clinic Phone: (720) 848-2650
Fax Phone: (720) 848-2653

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