Michael Wood
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
32255 Northwestern Highway 214 Farmington Hills Michigan, 48334About
Dr. Michael Wood is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Farmington Hills, MI and Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Wood 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
University of Michigan MD 1988
Board Certification
American Board of Pediatrics
Pediatric Endocrinology (Pediatrics)
Provider Details
Michael Wood's Expert Contributions
Can thyroid surgery be done under local anesthesia?
No READ MORE
How is hypothyroidism detected in children?
Hello, It is really quite straightforward. We test the level of the hormone made by the pituitary gland (TSH) that regulates the production of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, and we also test the main hormone made by the gland (free T4). In most situations, if a child was previously healthy, and develops hypothyroidism, it is due to inflammation in the gland. That condition is called Hashimoto thyroiditis. In such a case, the free T4 will be low and the TSH will be high, as the pituitary gland is sending a signal that it is trying to push the gland to make more. In rarer circumstances, the problem is due to a problem in the pituitary gland or the brain next to it (hypothalamus). In such a case, the free T4 is low, but the TSH is either low, normal, or just slightly high. I hope this helps. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor of Pediatrics University of Michigan 2013 - Present
- Associate Professor of Pediatrics Michigan State University 2001 - 2013
Professional Memberships
- Pediatric Endocrine Society
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- JDRF
- American Diabetes Association
- Camp Midicha (camp for children with Type 1 diabetes)
Areas of research
Technology use in children with Type 1 Diabetes
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6777 WEST MAPLE ROAD WEST BLOOMFIELD MI 48322BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - FARMINGTON HILLSl
28050 GRAND RIVER AVENUE FARMINGTON HILLS MI 48336