Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sher, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Ellen Sher, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Sher graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Pediatric Endocrinology Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Sher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sher’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sher’s office at (972) 566-8833.
Where did Dr. Sher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University / School of Medicine
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Pediatric Endocrinology Children'S Natl Med Ctr, Pediatrics | George Washington University / School of Medicine And Health Sciences | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Sher board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Sher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sher speak?
Dr. Sher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Sher typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Sher diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sher. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Delayed Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
- Late puberty
- Slow puberty development
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
- E300: Delayed puberty
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Sher typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ellen Sher may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Sher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sher accept my insurance?
Dr. Sher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 566-8833 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sher accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Sher in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CDPHP
Cigna
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Sher's office located?
Dr. Ellen Sher's Primary Practice
7777 Forest Ln Ste B303
Dallas, TX 75230
(972) 566-8833
Recognitions
Awards
Texas Super Doctors
What is Dr. Sher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548292402.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sher
What is Dr. Ellen Sher's specialty?
Dr. Sher is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Ellen Sher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sher is affiliated with Medical City Dallas Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ellen Sher accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ellen Sher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ellen Sher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sher's office at (972) 566-8833 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ellen Sher?
Please contact Dr. Sher's office at (972) 566-8833 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ellen Sher have?
Dr. Ellen Sher is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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