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Kathryn Blew

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Pediatrics, Endocrinology

Overview


I care for children with a variety of endocrine disorders, including but not limited to growth concerns, abnormalities in puberty, thyroid disease, and diabetes/prediabetes. I have a clinical focus in Differences of Sexual Development and abnormal pubertal tempo or progression due to a variety of endocrine conditions. I have an interest in medical education and curricular development, and am participating in curricular development with Medical Students and Fellow Physicians.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Assistant Professor of Pediatrics · 2024 - Present Pediatrics, Endocrinology, Pediatrics

Recent Publications


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


Sleep and Insulin Resistance: The Impact of Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy in the Adolescent Transgender Population

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Endocrine Fellows Foundation · 2022 - 2024

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Education, Training & Certifications


University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, School of Medicine · 2018 M.D.