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Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Boston University School of Medicine (2003)

Professional interests include: calcium metabolism disorder, thyroid cancer, osteoporosis, and more.

540 Saybrook Road Suite 210
Middletown, CT 06457

(860) 358-2470

Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD is an endocrinologist in Middletown, CT specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 2003 and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD is affiliated with Middlesex Health.

Office Locations

Address:

540 Saybrook Road Suite 210
Middletown, CT 06457

Address:

6 Business Park Drive Suite 304
Branford, CT 06405

Some issues Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, 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.

doctor visit	481
hospital care	10
inpatient care	10

**Gender**
Male	119
Female	216

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	305
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	112
85 and over	32
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	61
Dementia	6
Cancer	10

doctor visit	520
neck imaging	10
ultrasound (sonogram)	10

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	230
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	137
From 75 to 84	77
85 and over	22
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	61
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

doctor visit	590

**Gender**
Male	230
Female	384

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	566
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	304
From 75 to 84	196
85 and over	50
Less than 65	64

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	53
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

doctor visit	563

**Gender**
Male	111
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	290
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	28
Less than 65	32

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	50
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

doctor visit	558

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	291
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	103
85 and over	28
Less than 65	39

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	51
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

doctor visit	395

**Gender**
Male	77
Female	156

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	215
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	105
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	28
Less than 65	27

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	48
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

doctor visit	392

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	153

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	208
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	31
Less than 65	24

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	48
Dementia	8
Cancer	11

doctor visit	359

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	225
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	114
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	33
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	46
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

doctor visit	832

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Middletown, CT were ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging, hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	522
hospital care	10
inpatient care	10
neck imaging	10
ultrasound (sonogram)	10

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD.

**Gender**
Male	88
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	6
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	233
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	25
75 to 84	80
Less than 65	26
65 to 74	121

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	41
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	6
Cancer	8

Education & Training

Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 2003. She completed residency at UConn Health, Farmington, CT. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and has a state license in Connecticut.

Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine (2003)

Residency: UConn Health, Farmington, CT

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Licensed In: Connecticut

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Middlesex Health

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Insurance Accepted by Affiliated Medical Group or Hospital:

Centivo

CT State Medicaid (A, B, C, D, Charter Oak)

United Healthcare

Contracted Commercial Network: Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

Blue Cross & Blue Shield

Value Options (Behavioral Health only)

CarePartners of Connecticut

MHN (Behavioral Health only)

accept Connecticare Passage Plan-commercial)

Medicare

does not

Champus/Tricare

Contracted Commercial Network: HMC

Contracted Commercial Network: Multiplan

ConnectiCare (Middlesex Health Primary Care

Aetna

Cigna: Includes networks such as Starbridge and Great West

Contracted Commercial Network: Northeast Health Direct

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Contracted Commercial Network: Healthcare Value Management

Oxford Healthplans

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie, Inc.	$9,308 Synthroid $5,366	Lupron $1,391	$2,551
Novo Nordisk Inc	$962 Tresiba $358	Victoza $329	Ozempic $95	Saxenda $59	Norditropin $44	Other $77
Amgen Inc.	$688 Repatha $175	Prolia $146	Corlanor $16	$352
Abbott Laboratories	$411 FreeStyle Lite system $186	FREESTYLE LIBRE 3 $108	Diabetes Care $47	Freestyle Libre 2 $28	FreeStyle Libre $21	Other $21
Lilly USA, LLC	$198 TRULICITY $87	HUMALOG $77	FORTEO $15	$18
Other	$1,002 V-GO $161	JARDIANCE $122	Korlym $113	DEXCOM G7 GSS (161) $95	Strensiq $73	Other $438

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$8,911
Food and Beverage	$2,915
Education	$699
Travel and Lodging	$44

Biography

Dr. Christine Signore practices adult endocrinology in Branford, CT and Middletown, CT. Her areas of clinical interest consist of calcium metabolism disorder, diabetes, and osteoporosis. She is affiliated with Middlesex Health. Dr. Signore is a graduate of Boston University School of Medicine. According to Middlesex Health, Dr. Signore is not acceping new patients at this time.

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Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD in 2020

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Christine Signore, ECNU, MD From 2013 - 2021

Education & Training

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Insurance Information

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General Payments

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