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Deanna Wilson Adkins

Deanna Wilson Adkins

Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Pediatrics, Endocrinology
Box 102820 Med Ctr, Durham, NC 27710
2000 Erwin Rd, Box 102820, Durham, NC 27710

Overview

I care for children with all types of hormonal disorders. This includes growth disorders, bone disease, diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders/cancer, pubertal disorders, disorders of sexual development, transgender youth, adrenal diseases, lipid disorders. 

Current Appointments & Affiliations

Associate Professor of Pediatrics · 2021 - Present Pediatrics, Endocrinology, Pediatrics

In the News

Published February 8, 2023
Medical Experts Examine Impact of NC Bills on LGBTQ+ Youth
Published October 10, 2022
Clinical Practice Today Oct 2022; Sports Medicine: Keeping Transgender Athletes in the Game
Published August 26, 2022
Duke Clinic Provides Care for Transgender Youth, Children With Differences of Sex Development

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Recent Publications

Telehealth to Promote Adoption of Automated Insulin Delivery Systems in Youth With Risk Factors for Adverse Diabetes Outcomes.

Journal Article Sci Diabetes Self Manag Care · October 2025 PurposeThe purpose of this study is to assess the effects of an intensive telehealth intervention on technology adoption and glycemic control in historically marginalized youth with diabetes mellitus on Medicaid.MethodsThis quality improvement project incl ... Full text Link to item Cite

Newborn Screening of the Endocrine System: Best Practices for Evaluation of Hypothyroidism and Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia.

Journal Article Clin Perinatol · September 2025 Newborn screening for congenital hypothyroidism (CH) and congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is essential to reduce the risk of morbidity and mortality from delayed identification and treatment of these conditions. Infants with untreated CH are at risk fo ... Full text Link to item Cite

Expert Care of Adolescent Transgender and Gender-diverse Athletes.

Journal Article Sports Med Arthrosc Rev · March 1, 2025 As a population, transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) adolescents face higher rates of discrimination than their cisgender peers, both in their personal lives and while seeking health care. Negative experiences with health care can be discouraging for mino ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants

Advanced Care Integration for Pediatric Populations in North Carolina Medicaid

ResearchCo-Principal Investigator · Awarded by Innovation Health Center · 2020 - 2026

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Education, Training & Certifications

Medical College of Georgia · 1997 M.D.