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Karla F. Leavens, MD, PhD
Pediatric Endocrinologist
Dr. Leavens uses stem cell-derived beta cells to model pediatric beta cell disease, including monogenic diabetes and congenital hyperinsulinism. The goal of her studies is to better understand and develop novel therapeutics to treat these diseases.
Education and Training
MD, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Residency, Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC (Pediatrics)
Fellowship, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Pediatric Endocrinology)
Titles and Academic Titles
Pediatric Endocrinologist
Publication Highlights
Diabetes Res Clin Pract · April, 2022
Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) · June, 2021
Am J Med Genet A · April, 2021
Crit Rev Biochem Mol Biol · June, 2011