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Pituitary Disorders

High-Level Care for Pituitary Conditions

Your pituitary gland may be small. But it plays a big part in your overall health. This pea-sized gland affects the way you grow and develop. It also controls other glands throughout your body.

If your pituitary gland isn’t working properly, you may have a pituitary disorder.

The experienced team at Emory Pituitary Center offers nonsurgical and surgical treatment of pituitary tumors and other pituitary disorders.

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Why Choose Emory Healthcare?

The Emory Pituitary Center is nationally recognized as a Pituitary Tumor Center of Excellence by The Pituitary Society. This recognition means you can expect:

  • A center led by an endocrinologist and neurosurgeon with support from a team of specialists across neuropathology, neuroradiology, radiation oncology and neuro-ophthalmology.
  • A team of neurosurgeons specially trained in pituitary surgery.
  • The highest level of pituitary tumor care available.

Symptoms of Pituitary Disorders

Pituitary disorder symptoms vary based on your specific conditions. Some common symptoms include:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Depression
  • Drastic changes in physical appearance
  • Early menopause
  • Easy bruising
  • Galactorrhea (spontaneous lactation)
  • Infertility
  • Irregular or absent periods
  • Obesity (specifically excess weight in the abdomen)
  • Severe vision problems
  • Sexual dysfunction
Diagnosing Pituitary Disorders

People with pituitary disorders often spend years addressing symptoms without a clear diagnosis.

The Emory Pituitary Center team is dedicated to helping you find the cause of your symptoms.

Noncancerous tumors cause most pituitary disorders. Some of the most common pituitary disorders include:

We use the most advanced diagnostic tests and treatments to identify your condition and plan treatment. Diagnostic tests include:

  • Blood and hormone testing
  • Computed tomography (CT) scans
  • CT angiography (CTA)
  • Image-guided biopsy
  • Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Preparing for Your First Visit

Please note: If you have not been diagnosed with a pituitary disorder, please first consult your primary care physician for testing.

We ask that you send medical records prior to scheduling an appointment to ensure that you'll be scheduled to see the appropriate physician. Before your first appointment with Emory Pituitary Center, please:

  1. Print, complete and bring the medical history and registration forms
  2. If available, bring your MRI on disk or film
  3. Prepare a list of questions and concerns to discuss with your medical team
  4. New Patient Referral
  5. Send medical records to:

    Emory Pituitary Center
    Department of Neurosurgery
    1365 Clifton Road NE
    Building B, Suite 2200
    Atlanta, GA 30322

Pituitary Disorder Treatments

If you have a pituitary disorder, you can count on the expert team at Emory Healthcare. We are national leaders in performing minimally invasive pituitary disorder treatments.

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Make an Appointment with Emory Neurology & Neurosurgery

Create a MyChart account to schedule online.

For the neurology department, call 404-778-3444.

For the neurosurgery department, call 404-778-5770.

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Make an Appointment with Emory Neurology & Neurosurgery

Create a MyChart account to schedule online.

For the neurology department, call 404-778-3444.

For the neurosurgery department, call 404-778-5770.