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Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2001)

Professional interests include: thyroid nodules, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and more.

4150 Clement Street #111n
San Francisco, CA 94121

(415) 750-2089

Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD is an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2001 and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD is affiliated with UCSF Health, Regents of the University of California and UCSF.

Office Locations

Address:

4150 Clement Street #111n
San Francisco, CA 94121

Some issues Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD can help you with:

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common endocrine disorder that causes symptoms such as acne, facial hair, and weight gain. It is often diagnosed when patients experience problems getting pregnant, because PCOS can interfere with ovulation. There is no cure for PCOS, but there are effective treatments that can lessen the severity of the symptoms.

Despite the name, not everyone with polycystic ovarian syndrome develops cysts on their ovaries. It is also possible to have ovarian cysts without having PCOS. The symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome are actually related to insulin resistance, a condition where the insulin made by the body is not effectively recognized by the cells. This causes the pancreas to release higher levels of insulin in order to keep blood sugar levels stable, and the excess insulin interferes with hormone production in the pituitary and ovaries, causing the PCOS symptoms.

The symptoms of PCOS include:

Weight gain
Acne
Facial or body hair
Thinning head hair
Missing or irregular periods
Infertility

PCOS is a syndrome, which means that if patients have PCOS, they might not have each and every symptom. Even a few of them might be enough to have physicians check for polycystic ovarian syndrome. A doctor might perform an exam and order blood tests to measure hormone levels.

Treatment for PCOS may include:

Insulin sensitizers, which help the body use insulin more effectively, lowering hormone levels. The most commonly used insulin sensitizer is metformin.
Weight loss. Being overweight does not cause PCOS, and PCOS can make losing weight difficult. Still, weight loss can improve symptoms for many women.
Birth control pills to regulate menstruation and sometimes reduce symptoms such as acne.
Fertility medications, especially medications to stimulate ovulation such as clomiphene.
Anti-androgen medications, which work to treat symptoms such as acne and facial hair.
Low-carb diets, which work similarly to insulin sensitizers to lower hormone levels and help reduce weight.
Ovarian drilling or resectioning, surgical procedures sometimes performed if infertility is a persistent problem. These procedures open up the wall of the ovary to temporarily make ovulation more likely.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is one of the most common endocrine disorders affecting women. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Fortunately there are many good treatment options available.

hospital care	16
inpatient care	16

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	18
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	11
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	39
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	55
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	12

**Gender**
Male	36
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	54
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	57
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	34
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	26

**Gender**
Male	19
Female	25

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	32
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	45
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	10
hospital care	51
inpatient care	51

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	33

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	32
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	56
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	44
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	50
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	64
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	18

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	23
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	16
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	57
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	11
hospital care	36
inpatient care	36

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	32

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	34
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	16

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	62
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	40
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	61
hospital care	68
inpatient care	68

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2014 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA were hospital care and inpatient care.

doctor visit	24
hospital care	42
inpatient care	42

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2014 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD.

**Gender**
Male	9
Female	14

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	19
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	1
65 to 74	15

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD From 2014 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD treated were hypertension, osteoperosis, chronic kidney disease and high cholesterol.

Hypertension	39
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	34
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Cancer	0
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2001. He completed residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2001)

Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals (2004)

Board Certification: Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCSF Health

Regents of the University of California

UCSF

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$25 EYLEA (aflibercept) Injection $25
Ipsen Biopharm Limited	$25 $25

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$50

Research Payments

Dr. Edward C. Hsiao, PHD, MD has received 28 research payments totaling $250,620.

Biography

Dr. Edward Hsiao practices adult endocrinology. His areas of expertise include cushing's syndrome, pituitary disorders, and diabetes insipidus. Dr. Hsiao attended Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at a hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. His hospital/clinic affiliations include UCSF Health and Regents of the University of California.