Summary

Dr. Barbara Carranza Leon is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism disorders. She completed her fellowship training at Mayo Medical School and her residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Carranza Leon provides care in English for patients with complex hormonal and metabolic conditions.

Dr. Carranza Leon practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. She treats patients with Type 2 diabetes and provides specialized care for diabetes in children and teenagers. Her expertise includes managing hyperglycemic emergencies and performing diagnostic tests such as blood work and thyroid function evaluations. Patients rate her care at 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Medical School
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Diabetes and Endocrinology

1215 21st Ave S Fl 8Nashville, TN 37232

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Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon, MDDr. Lekshmi Rajeev NairDr. Churku Mohan ReddyDr. Deepti Gopichand Bulchandani
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismInternal MedicineAdolescent MedicineEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.6 
3.5 
22 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Nashville , TNFranklin , TNNashville , TNHendersonville , TN
Med School: T D Medical College Alappuzha Med School: Kakatiya Medical College Med School: K J Somaiya Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism

Certifications, License, & Education

Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Mayo Medical School.

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

NPI Number

Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon's NPI number is 1225269103.

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Which hospitals is Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon affiliated with?
Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Does Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon accept my insurance?
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What languages does Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon speak?
Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon speaks English.
Does Barbara Gisella Carranza Leon accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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