Dr. M. Saad Khan is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Medical Oncology and Hematology at Mercy in Baltimore, a division of The Institute for Cancer Care at Mercy.
Mercy's team of cancer doctors diagnose and treat melanoma, a very serious form of skin cancer.
Surgical Oncology at Mercy is recognized throughout the Mid-Atlantic region for its expert cancer surgeons who treat patients with melanoma and abdominal/stomach and/or GI cancer.
Mercy offers emergency care on the Downtown Baltimore campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (410-332-9477) with access to a trained emergency medicine team, diagnostic services and consultations with specialists.
In case of an Emergency, Dial 911 and follow the instructions of the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) team.
Mercy Medical Center's downtown campus includes our Main Hospital - The Mary Catherine Bunting Center, McAuley Plaza and The Weinberg Center.
General visiting hours at Mercy are 11:00 am to 8:30 pm. Hours vary by floor, please check with the nursing staff or call 410-332-9555.
The Center for Endocrinology at Mercy is known throughout the Baltimore region for physician expertise in diagnosing and treating thyroid disorders, including hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Mercy’s expert doctors specialize in all types of thyroid disease, working with patients to determine the best treatment options for their symptoms.
Hyperthyroidism, also referred to as overactive thyroid, occurs when the thyroid produces too much hormone. Excessive hormone from the thyroid can result in an increase in the body’s metabolic rate. Hyperthyroidism can lead to osteoporosis as well as heart, eye and skin conditions. It is important to see an endocrinology specialist when symptoms of hyperthyroidism occur.
Hyperthyroid symptoms can be similar to the symptoms of various other health conditions and may include:
To diagnose hyperthyroidism, endocrinologists will review your medical history and conduct a physical exam. The endocrinologist also may conduct a blood test to measure the amount of hormones the thyroid is producing. A radioactive iodine uptake test and a thyroid scan may be conducted to help determine the reason for the overactive thyroid.
The goal of hyperthyroidism treatment is to control the overactive thyroid by slowing down the production of the thyroid hormone. Hyperthyroidism treatment options include:
Most patients who are diagnosed with overactive thyroid respond well to treatment for their hyperthyroidism.
Dr. Marie Bellantoni, a Board Certified endocrinologist, offers diagnosis and treatment for a full spectrum of bone health, diabetes and thyroid conditions.
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