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Robert Walker Benjamin

Professor of Pediatrics
Pediatrics, Endocrinology
Box 102820, Durham, NC 27710
3000 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710

Overview


Calcium and phosphorus disorders
Disorders of the Calcium Sensing Receptor gene
Type I diabetes

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Professor of Pediatrics · 2024 - Present Pediatrics, Endocrinology, Pediatrics
Chief, Division of Endocrinology · 2021 - Present Pediatrics, Endocrinology, Pediatrics

Recent Publications


Adrenal Suppression in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Management Strategies Incorporating Novel Steroid Vamorolone.

Journal Article J Endocr Soc · February 2026 Adrenal suppression is an iatrogenic form of adrenal insufficiency that occurs secondary to exogenous glucocorticoids (GCs) and is a documented cause of premature mortality among individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Adrenal suppression in DM ... Full text Link to item Cite

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

Insulin for Treatment of Neonatal Hyperglycemia in Premature Infants: Prevalence over Time and Association with Outcomes.

Journal Article Am J Perinatol · May 2024 OBJECTIVE: Our objective was to determine the prevalence of insulin treatment in premature infants with hyperglycemia and evaluate the association of length of treatment with outcomes. STUDY DESIGN: The study included cohort of 29,974 infants 22 to 32 week ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants


Advanced Care Integration for Pediatric Populations in North Carolina Medicaid

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Innovation Health Center · 2020 - 2026

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Education, Training & Certifications


Medical College of Georgia · 2000 M.D.