Robert Eckel, MD
Professor Emeriti, Medicine-Endocrinology/Metabolism/Diabetes

Professor
UCDenver Vice Chancellor for Research, Interim
Clinic (720) 848-5300
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Gender: Male
Languages: English
Department, Section/Division: Medicine-Endocrinology/Metabolism/Diabetes

Practice Locations

UCHealth Heart & Vascular Center - Anschutz
12505 E. 16th Ave
Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion 2, 3rd floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-5300
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UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (UCH)
12605 E. 16th Ave
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
  • Internal Medicine, Board Certification
Conditions & Treatments
  • Endocrine System (Hormones)
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Adult Type 1 Diabetes
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Adult Type 2 Diabetes
  • Endocrine System (Hormones) - Pancreatitis
  • Food, Nutrition and Metabolism
  • Nutrition
  • Obesity
  • Weight Loss and Dieting
  • Heart and Circulation
  • Heart Diseases - Prevention
  • High Blood Pressure
Clinical Interest for Patients
Lipid Disorders, Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Nutrition/Lifestyle

Care Philosophy
I strive to provide the best care for my patients. I believe in treating the person as a whole, taking every aspect of a patient’s body and health into consideration during diagnosis and treatment.

Personal Interests
Family, music, sports

Volunteer Activities
Involvement in professional organizations. Teach Sunday School

Public Speaking
Yes
Prevention of heart disease.

Education & Training

Medical Schools:
  • MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (1973)

Undergraduate Schools:
  • BS, University of Cincinnati (OH) (1969)

Internships:
  • University of Wisconsin (Madison) Program (1974)

Residency Program:
  • University of Wisconsin (Madison) Program, Internal Medicine (1976)

Fellowships:
  • University of Washington Program, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (1979)

Recognition & Awards

  • Best (Top) Doctors in America Recognition, Best (Top) Doctors in America (2017)
    From peers - since 1994
  • The W. Virgil Brown Distinguished Achievement Award and Lectureship, National Lipid Association (2017)
    Contributions to research and policy on lipids and lipoproteins.
  • President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition Science Board, President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition (2016)
    Advise the President on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition via the Secretary of HHS.
  • Distinguished Alumni Award, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (2013)
    Accomplishments in medicine since graduation
  • Robert H. Herman Award, American Society for Nutrition (2011)
    Nutrition science
  • Gold Heart Award, American Heart Association (2010)
    Service to the AHA
  • Stare-Hegsted Award in Nutrition Science, Harvard School of Public Health (2007)
    Research and pubic awareness of the importance of heart healthy nutrition.
  • TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Award for Research in Obesity, Obesity Society (2005)
    Research in obesity
  • Charles A. Boettcher Endowed Chair in Atherosclerosis, Boettcher Foundation (2000)
    Relates to how my basic science relates to my role as a clinician.

Professional Memberships

  • Amercian Diabetes Association, Board member
  • American Heart Association, Past President, Fellow
  • Naitonal Lipid Association, Fellow
  • The Endocrine Society, Member
  • The Obesity Society, Past President, Fellow

Teaching

  • Professor (1995)
    School of Medicine, Physiology & Biophysics
    How lipid and lipoprotein metabolism relate to body weight regulation, insulin action, metabolic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Professor (1979)
    School of Medicine, Medicine
    How lipid and lipoprotein metabolism relate to body weight regulation, insulin action, metabolic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Research & Grants

Grants
  • Exploring the Role of Microglial Lipoprotein Lipase in Remyelination and Repair - PI. (2018)
    R21NS102506 - 01A1,, $150000
  • NIH T32 HL116276-01A1, Obesity and Cardiovascular Disease – PI. (2014)
    NHLBI, $750000
Research interests for Patients:
How lipid and lipoprotein metabolism and nutrition relate to metabolic diseases and cardiovascular disease.

Information for Referring Providers

Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
Lipid Disorders, Metabolic Syndrome, Diabetes, Nutrition/Lifestyle

Research Interest for Referring Providers
How lipid and lipoprotein metabolism and nutrition relate to metabolic diseases and cardiovascular disease.
Clinic Phone: (720) 848-5300

CV Eckel CV Feb 2018.doc