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Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD

(Dr. Michael McDermott, MD)
Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology
Tulane University School of Medicine (1977)
Professional interests include: type 2 diabetes, endocrine cancer, osteoporosis, and more.
12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD is an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1977 and has 49 years of experience. Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD is affiliated with UCHealth and University of Colorado Medicine.

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Office Locations

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045
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1635 Aurora Court 6th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045
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Some issues Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

  • Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
  • Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
  • Goiter
  • Thyroid nodule
  • Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“"Diabetes is a preventable disease... diabetes does damage to the eyes and the kidneys and the nerves, and all that is preventable... if it's identified in the stage that we call prediabetes," said...”—"'Alert Day' Raises Awareness Of Type 2 Diabetes", CBS News, March 2015
“This... of all intents and purposes... looks like a step in the right direction," said Dr. Mike McDermott, Director of Endocrinology and Diabetes Practice at University of Colorado Hospital.”—"Colorado Doctors Herald Diabetes Research Breakthrough", CBS News, October 2014
“Dr. Michael McDermott is the director of the Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit at the University of Colorado Hospital.”—"Type 1 Diabetes Not Just For The Young Anymore", CBS News, August 2014

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 595
hospital care 45
inpatient care 45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 571
hospital care 206
inpatient care 206

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 140
Female 249
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 305
Black 29
Hispanic 34
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 188
From 75 to 84 83
85 and over 26
Less than 65 92

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2013

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 60
Dementia 6
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 512
hospital care 193
inpatient care 193

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 142
Female 241
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 304
Black 26
Hispanic 34
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 175
From 75 to 84 90
85 and over 32
Less than 65 86

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2014

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 40
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 26
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 59
Dementia 6
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 532
hospital care 161
inpatient care 161

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 254
Female 498
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 604
Black 60
Hispanic 46
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 396
From 75 to 84 166
85 and over 54
Less than 65 136

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2015

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 15
Osteoperosis 25
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 56
Dementia 7
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 516
hospital care 81
inpatient care 81

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 137
Female 229
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 292
Black 30
Hispanic 29
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 175
From 75 to 84 85
85 and over 32
Less than 65 74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2016

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 48
Asthma 18
Osteoperosis 27
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 59
Dementia 11
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 456
hospital care 62
inpatient care 62

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 100
Female 204
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 246
Black 23
Hispanic 21
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 144
From 75 to 84 87
85 and over 28
Less than 65 45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2017

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 49
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 26
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 61
Dementia 12
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 499
hospital care 158
inpatient care 158

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 115
Female 224
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 265
Black 22
Hispanic 30
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 174
From 75 to 84 93
85 and over 25
Less than 65 47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2018

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 44
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 31
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 55
Dementia 10
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 452

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 116
Female 180
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 231
Black 22
Hispanic 25
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 143
From 75 to 84 86
85 and over 21
Less than 65 46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2019

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 62
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 28
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 60
Dementia 9
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 408
hospital care 107
inpatient care 107

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 132
Female 222
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 283
Black 28
Hispanic 26
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 172
From 75 to 84 90
85 and over 26
Less than 65 66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2020

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 31
Atrial Fibrilation 5
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 56
Dementia 11
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 488
hospital care 71
inpatient care 71

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 166
Female 321
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 368
Black 32
Hispanic 47
Asian 18
Other 22
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 236
From 75 to 84 137
85 and over 38
Less than 65 76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2021

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 40
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 32
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 53
Dementia 10
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 480
hospital care 30
inpatient care 30

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 182
Female 304
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 382
Black 32
Hispanic 29
Asian 0
Other 25
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 228
From 75 to 84 156
85 and over 42
Less than 65 60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2022

Hypertension 74
High Cholesterol 73
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 35
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 49
Dementia 7
Cancer 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2023 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 485
hospital care 83
inpatient care 83

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 139
Female 270
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 325
Black 29
Hispanic 22
Asian 0
Other 20
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 179
From 75 to 84 145
85 and over 37
Less than 65 48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2023

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 74
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 35
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 55
Dementia 8
Cancer 17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO during 2024 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 502
hospital care 19
inpatient care 19

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 126
Female 226
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 277
Black 29
Hispanic 16
Asian 11
Other 19
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 154
From 75 to 84 131
85 and over 35
Less than 65 32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD in 2024

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 43
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 36
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 57
Dementia 9
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit 499
hospital care 101
inpatient care 101

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD.

Gender
Male 134
Female 243
Ethnicity
Black / African American 27
Asian / Pacific Islander 2
Non-Hispanic White 298
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 27
Other 6
Age
75 to 84 103
85 and over 30
Less than 65 62
65 to 74 181

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 11
Osteoporosis 27
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 52
Atrial Fibrillation 9
Cancer 11
Dementia 8

Education & Training

Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1977. He completed residency at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center. He has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine (1977)

Residency: Fitzsimons Army Medical Center (1980)

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth
University of Colorado Medicine

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 450 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Aurora, CO. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Novo Nordisk Inc $24,784 Victoza
$24,643
$141
SANOFI-AVENTIS U.S. LLC $12,657 SOLIQUA
$8,000 		TOUJEO
$4,580 		DIABETES - DISEASE
$36
$41
Shire North American Group Inc $8,713 NATPARA
$8,713
Horizon Therapeutics plc $1,260 TEPEZZA
$1,260
Abbott Laboratories $586 FreeStyle Libre
$300 		Diabetes Care
$193 		FreeStyle Precision Pro system
$93
Other $879 AFREZZA
$159 		Neuro Plating System
$150 		Lenvima
$125 		INVOKANA
$124 		Continuous Glucose Monitor
$75 		Other
$246
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $39,720
Travel and Lodging $5,334
Food and Beverage $1,754
Honoraria $1,260
Education $393
Other $419

Research Payments

Dr. Michael Mike McDermott, MD has received 22 research payments totaling $55,720.

Biography

Dr. Michael McDermott is a specialist in adult endocrinology. Dr. McDermott graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and then he performed his residency at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center. Clinical interests for Dr. McDermott include osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, and thyroid cancer. He is rated highly by his patients. Dr. McDermott is affiliated with the University of Colorado Hospital and the University of Colorado Medicine.

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