Summary

Dr. Kara Hughan specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, bringing over two decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and have dedicated 22 years to helping patients manage complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. Dr. Hughan is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling them to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Hughan practices at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Magee Women's Hospital, and UPMC Presbyterian, with locations in Pittsburgh, Sewickley, Monroeville, and Cumberland, Maryland. They focus on treating high blood sugar conditions in children and managing hyperglycemic emergencies. Their expertise includes performing thyroid hormone tests and comprehensive blood work to monitor patient health and treatment progress.

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Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 22 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Locations

Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD has 4 locations

Kara S. Hughan, MD

4401 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15224
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kara S. Hughan, MD

2599 Wexford Bayne RdSewickley, PA 15143

Kara S. Hughan, MD

4055 Monroeville BlvdMonroeville, PA 15146

Kara S. Hughan, MD

625 Kent AveCumberland, MD 21502

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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22 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Polish Speaks English, Tagalog Speaks English
Pittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PAMcMurray , PA
Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Kasturba Medical College Mangalore Med School: Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD has the following area of expertise

  • Diabetes

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Hughan, MD's NPI number is 1083822597.

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Dr. Kara Hughan, MD's office is located at 4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15224.
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What languages does Dr. Kara Hughan, MD speak?
Dr. Kara Hughan, MD speaks English and Spanish.

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