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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.
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
- 22 years of experience
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
Office Locations
Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD has 4 locationsKara S. Hughan, MD
4401 Penn AvePittsburgh, PA 15224Mon7:30 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
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| Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD, MD | Dr. Adriana Maria Fresquez | Dr. Jubel Maria Puthusseril | Dr. Dorothy Joan Becker, MD |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| 22 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience | 62 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Pittsburgh , PA | Oakland , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Pittsburgh , PA |
| Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine | Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kara S. Hughan, MD has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Wright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004
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