Dr. Swapnil Khare, MD

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Get to know Endocrinologist Dr. Swapnil Khare, who serves patients in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Being a board-certified endocrinology, Dr. Khare believes that endocrinology is the most exciting and remarkable field of medicine. She enjoys the opportunity it brings for her to develop lasting relationships with her patients. At present, she is a part of IU Health Physicians Endocrinology, Metabolism & Diabetes – IU Health University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

The doctor’s clinical philosophy is to provide high-quality patient care, where the patient is in control of his or her own plan. Her clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid, adrenal and general endocrinology.

Recognized for her professional achievements, she serves as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine. Moreover, she is board-certified in internal medicine, as well as endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism by the American Board of Internal Medicine, which is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world. 

On the subject of her academic background, Dr. Khare earned her medical degree from Gandhi Medical College in India. Wanting to advance her training, she relocated to the United States to complete her residency at St. Luke’s Hospital before going on to practice medicine full time. 

Endocrinology is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions known as hormones. Endocrinologists have the training to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in the body. The common diseases and disorders of the endocrine system that endocrinologists deal with include diabetes mellitus, as well as adrenal, pituitary, and thyroid disorders, among others. 

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