Exceptional Care for Thyroid Diseases at UPMC Susquehanna

The thyroid is the small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, just above the collarbone. Your thyroid helps regulate a number of activities in the body that have to do with the body’s metabolism.

We use the following tests to diagnose thyroid conditions:

• Thyroid scan with uptake
• Thyroid ultrasound
• Parathyroid scan

To learn more about treatment for thyroid disease in Williamsport, PA, Find a Provider at UPMC Susquehanna.

Types of Thyroid Disorders We Treat

If a thyroid disease is interfering with your daily life, we’re here to help you. Our team of Williamsport endocrinologists have years of experience treating a wide variety of thyroid disorders, including thyroid cancer.

• Hypothyroidism—Hypothyroidism occurs when your thyroid gland isn’t active enough. The disease means that not enough thyroid hormone exists in the blood stream. Hypothyroidism is more common in women.
• Hyperthyroidism—Hyperthyroidism means your thyroid gland is overactive. If your thyroid is too active, it makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs. Hyperthyroidism is common in women and people over the age of 60.

Schedule an Appointment with One of Our Williamsport Endocrinologists

Seek treatment at UPMC Susquehanna if you think you have a thyroid condition. Our endocrinologists can provide a diagnosis and treatment plan to fit your needs.

At UPMC Susquehanna, our endocrinologists offer quality care and assistance to help treat thyroid disease in PA.