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Endocrinology

Endocrinology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the endocrine system and its specific secretions called hormones. The endocrine system is one of the body's main systems for communicating, controlling, and coordinating the body's work. It works with the nervous system, reproductive system, kidneys, gut, liver and fat to help maintain and control:

  • body energy levels
  • reproduction
  • growth and development
  • internal balance of body systems (called homeostasis)
  • Responses to surroundings, stress and injury

If you or your primary care physician suspect that you have an endocrine disorder, you may require a specialist called an Endocrinologist. An Endocrinologist is a specially-trained doctor who diagnoses and treats disorders that are complex and involved many systems and structures within your body. Your doctor can refer you to an Endocrinologist when you have a problem with your endocrine system.

Our board certified endocrinologists treat a full range of conditions such as:

  • Diabetes (including clinical research studies)
  • Thyroid disorders (including thyroid cancer)
  • Endocrine disorders during pregnancy (including gestational diabetes, thyroid dysfunction)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Disorders of calcium and mineral balance
  • Pituitary disorders (including short stature)
  • Adrenal gland dysfunction
  • Reproductive hormone problems, including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and low testosterone levels

Mary Carroll, MD

Born and raised in Ireland, Dr. Carroll joined BMC in the summer of 2005, making her the first Endocrinologist in Central Oregon. She received specialist training in Internal Medicine, Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of New Mexico and is an experienced and caring clinician and educator.  Dr. Carroll has been the recipient of Federal research funding and is the author of multiple articles on diabetes and other hormonal disorders in peer-reviewed journals.  She was recognized as 1st place Young Investigator by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists.  Dr. Carroll is a Board Certified Endocrinologist and sees adult and adolescent patients for the investigation and management of diabetes, thyroid dysfunction and other hormonal disorders.  She has advanced training in thyroid ultrasound, thyroid biopsy and insulin pump management.

Rick N. Goldstein, MD

Dr.Goldstein has been at the BMC since 1994. He graduated summa cum laude from Oregon Health Sciences University in 1986, completed his residency training at University of California at San Francisco, and took his advanced endocrinology training at St. Bartholomew’s Hospital, Queen Mary School of Medicine, London, in 2005. He is a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology, the Endocrine Society, and the American Diabetes Association.  He is certified in thyroid ultrasound and biopsy.  His particular practice interests include insulin pump therapy of diabetes, pituitary and adrenal disorders, endocrine causes of hypertension, testosterone deficiency in men, and polycystic ovary syndrome.

Tonya Koopman, NP

Tonya Koopman joined Bend Memorial Clinic in May of 2006.  Board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner, she received her Masters of Science in Nursing from Oregon Health & Sciences University.  Her undergraduate studies include a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Oregon State University and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Oregon Health & Sciences University.  She has cared for patients in a variety of settings ranging from hospitalized to homebound patients.  Tonya is a true Oregonian, born in Prineville and grew up in Eastern Oregon.  She is a member of the American Association of Diabetic Educators, Oregon Nurses Society and the Infusion Nurses Society.   Tonya specializes in insulin pump management and assisting with the management of diabetic patients.

 

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Bend Memorial Clinic, PC

1501 NE Medical Center Drive - Bend, OR 97701
Main Number: 541-382-2811 or 866-670-2811 - Appointments: 541-382-4900 or 866-553-4900