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Summary: The page for UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh primarily presents the hospital and its offerings, with a focus on pediatric specialties and leadership across clinics such as Allergy & Immunology, Neuropsychology, Genetics, pediatric surgery, and various other pediatric subspecialties. It lists key executives and programs (e.g., Heart Institute, Brain Care Institute, Neurosurgery, Endocrinology, Transplant, Infectious Diseases, and Rare Diseases) and notes the hospital’s presence in the Pittsburgh region with multiple locations, including the HQ at 4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, and another site at 45th Street & Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201. The page emphasizes comprehensive pediatric care across multiple departments and services, suitable for families seeking specialized pediatric endocrinology and other subspecialty care in the Pittsburgh area, including potential access points for Monroeville patients via regional networks. If you specifically need endocrinology locations serving Monroeville, you may want to: - Check for pediatric endocrinology clinics affiliated with UPMC Children’s in Pittsburgh and nearby suburbs. - Look for satellite or partner clinics in Monroeville or the greater Pittsburgh area within UPMC’s network. - Contact the hospital’s Endocrinology department directly for the closest Monroeville-accessible location and appointment options.

Clinic Type

Endocrinology

Address

4401 Penn Ave. Floor 3 Pittsburgh, PA 15224

Phone

412-692-5170

Email

international@chp.edu

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Telehealth

Online scheduling is available for both in-person and video visits

Services Offered

  • Endocrinology
  • Diabetes
  • Metabolism
  • Pediatric endocrinology clinics
  • Diabetes care for children
  • Thyroid dysfunction treatment in children

Team

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism team, The Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh — Division/Department

Insurance & Payment

  • Most insurance plans

A referral from your primary care provider or other Children’s physician is required to receive treatment at our center.

Pay parking at Children’s Main Campus (Mid Campus or Penn Garage Lots), Handicap accessibility and valet parking

Languages Spoken

FAQs

How can I schedule an appointment?

To schedule an appointment with the Endocrine Diabetes and Testing Center, please call 412-692-5170. Online scheduling is also available for both in-person and video visits.

To schedule an appointment with the Endocrine Diabetes and Testing Center, how can I schedule?

To schedule an appointment with the Endocrine Diabetes and Testing Center, please call 412-692-5170. Online scheduling is also available for both in-person and video visits.

What about new and returning patients contact?

New and Returning Patients: 412-692-5170

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • UPMC Provider Portal (Dr. Kara S. Hughan): 4 out of 5 stars (36 ratings, 7 reviews)
  • UPMC Provider Portal (Megan Tamilia, PA-C): 4.9 out of 5 stars (93 ratings, 31 reviews)

Patients praise

  • Providers described as kind, compassionate, and thorough
  • Appreciation for clear explanations and use of data/charts during visits
  • Ability to make children feel at ease and build trust
  • Friendly and upbeat bedside manner mentioned by patients

Common complaints

  • Reports of condescending and rude communication styles from certain providers
  • Concerns about lack of empathy or feeling intimidated during visits
  • Reports of discomfort regarding questioning during examinations

"The Doctor was extremely unpleasant, rude in tone to my 13 yr old daughter as well as myself. My child felt intimidated and she felt fat shamed. The doctor's communication style was condescending and cold at best."

UPMC Provider Portal Patient Review

"Megan is amazing, she's thorough and makes my daughter feel at ease talking about an uncomfortable subject."

UPMC Provider Portal Patient Review

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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