Dr. Lynda E Polgreen MD
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
516 Delaware St Se Pwb 13-214, Mmc 8404 Minneapolis MN, 55455About
Dr. Lynda Polgreen is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Polgreen specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
Education and Training
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai 2000
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Endocrinology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Keeping a broad approach to managing pediatric bone disease.
- Growth patterns and the use of growth hormone in the mucopolysaccharidoses.
- Changes in biomarkers of bone resorption over the first six months after pediatric hematopoietic cell transplantation.
- Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in international adoptees within the first 6 months after adoption.
- Vitamin D deficiency is associated with pulmonary exacerbations in children with cystic fibrosis.
- Carotid intima-media thickness is increased in patients with treated mucopolysaccharidosis types I and II, and correlates with arterial stiffness.
- Biomarkers of bone remodeling in children with mucopolysaccharidosis types I, II, and VI.
- Vitamin D insufficiency is common in Ugandan children and is associated with severe malaria.
- Isokinetic muscle strength differences in patients with mucopolysaccharidosis I, II, and VI.
- Critical hypercalcemia following discontinuation of denosumab therapy for metastatic giant cell tumor of bone.
- Higher daily physical activity is associated with higher osteocalcin levels in adolescents.
- Feasibility and tolerability of whole-body, low-intensity vibration and its
- Diagnosis and Management of Osteopetrosis: Consensus Guidelines From the Osteopetrosis Working Group.
Fellowships
- University of Minnesota, Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship 2005
Dr. Lynda E Polgreen MD's Practice location
Lynda Polgreen
516 Delaware St Se Pwb 13-214, Mmc 8404 -Minneapolis, MN 55455Get Direction
Dr. Lynda E Polgreen MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
What is Apert Syndrome?Apert syndrome, named after the French physician who described the condition for the first time, is a genetic disorder characterized by several birth defects. Children with this syndrome will have an abnormally developed face and skull. This syndrome is rare and in most cases, it develops even when...
![]()
What Is Metabolism?IntroductionMetabolism is a complex biochemical process that is needed to maintain life. Availability of nutrients and nutrition are closely associated with metabolism since metabolism is a process that involves the conversion of food into energy, which is used to fuel the body's cells. The basal...
![]()
5 Tips on Living with HypothyroidismHyperthyroidism is a health condition in which the body’s metabolism becomes slow, leading to the feeling of fatigue. This is caused by an abnormally low amount of thyroid hormone in the blood. This deficiency is caused by an impaired functioning of the thyroid gland. People may develop this...
![]()
Teenagers with Type 1 Diabetes May Face Body Image ProblemsDiabetes is a disease that affects an estimated one million people or more in the United states alone. It’s a disease that’s characterized by the body’s inability to make, process or use insulin sufficiently. Diabetes can affect just about anyone but there are risk factors that make some more...
![]()
Glucose Monitor May Eliminate Need for Finger StickA novel system that has already been approved has a revolutionary technology to monitor blood sugar levels. It works with a small sensor that is placed on the arm of the person being monitored and gives reports minute by minute.Glucose monitoring is something that people with diabetes should do...
![]()
Hypothyroidism: Why Am I Always Exhausted?Hypothyroidism is a common condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive and does not produce enough hormones. These hormones are very important in maintaining the metabolism of the body. Metabolism refers to the process by which cells produce and utilize energy from food. A reduction in the...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Christine L Ternand MD305 East Nicolett Boulevard Burnsville MN 55337![]()
Dr. Michael B Ainslie M.D.3800 Park Nicollet Blvd Minneapolis MN 55416![]()
Dr. Joseph J Sockalosky MD347 Smith Ave N Saint Paul MN 55102![]()
Dr. Angela Hsu-yin chua Tridgell M.D.347 Smith Ave N Saint Paul MN 55102![]()
Dr. Melena Dawn Bellin MD2450 RIVERSIDE AVE MINNEAPOLIS MN 55454![]()
Dr. Constantinos Voulgaropoulos MD347 North Smith Avenue Saint Paul MN 55102
Nearest Hospitals
HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER 1l
701 PARK AVENUE MINNEAPOLIS MN 55415SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN - TWIN CITIESl
2025 EAST RIVER PARKWAY MINNEAPOLIS MN 55414UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE MED CENTERl
101 CITY DRIVE SOUTH ORANGE CA 92868HEALTHBRIDGE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL - ORANGEl
393 S TUSTIN STREET ORANGE CA 92866