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Laura C Torchen
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Our diverse team of researchers are influential leaders in investigating pediatric health issues and diseases, and include physicians, scientists, postdocs, coordinators, statisticians, data analysts, trainees, and others who routinely collaborate with medical centers, academic institutions, and community partners across the globe.
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Laura C. Torchen, MD

Clinical and Community Trials

Biography

Attending Physician, Endocrinology, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Endocrinology), Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

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Education and Background

Fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago 2010-2013
Residency in Pediatrics, Rush University Medical College 2006-2010
MD, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine 2006

Clinical Studies

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Use of Tirosint®-SOL or Tablet Formulations of Levothyroxine in Pediatric Patients With Congenital Hypothyroidism (CH)

Recruiting

Phase 3 Study of Intranasal Carbetocin (LV-101) in Patients With Prader-Willi Syndrome

Publications

Nov. 01, 2020

11-Oxygenated C19 Steroids Do Not Distinguish the Hyperandrogenic Phenotype of PCOS Daughters from Girls with Obesity.

Apr. 01, 2020

Adjusting antimüllerian hormone levels for age and body mass index improves detection of polycystic ovary syndrome.

Jan. 01, 2020

Hyperandrogenemia is Common in Asymptomatic Women and is Associated with Increased Metabolic Risk

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