Dr. Edward Schurr Horton M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
1 Joslin Pl Boston MA, 02215About
Dr. Edward Horton practices Endocrinology in Boston, MA. Dr. Horton specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Horton examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1957
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology and Metabolism
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Awards
- 2006 Novartis Award for Long Standing Achievement in Diabetes
- 2004 The Endocrine Society Distinguished Physician Award
- American College of Endocrinology 2008 Fellowship
Treatments
- Diabetes, Metabolism
Fellowships
- Duke University Hospital in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Durham, NC 1967
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