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Dr. Jean Young Park, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (2001)

Professional interests include: thyroid cancer, insulin resistance, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), and more.

5601 Loch Raven Boulevard Russell Morgan Building 3rd Floor
Baltimore, MD 21239

(443) 444-5600

Dr. Jean Young Park, MD is an endocrinologist in Baltimore, MD specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2001 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Jean Young Park, MD is affiliated with MedStar Harbor Hospital, MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC.

Office Locations

Address:

5601 Loch Raven Boulevard Russell Morgan Building 3rd Floor
Baltimore, MD 21239

Some issues Dr. Jean Young Park, 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.

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.

**Gender**
Male	216
Female	452

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	239
Black	407
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	281
From 75 to 84	173
85 and over	47
Less than 65	167

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	52
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	32
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	75
Dementia	12
Cancer	11

doctor visit	890
hospital care	35
inpatient care	35
preventive care	47
vaccines	47

**Gender**
Male	163
Female	370

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	182
Black	330
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	238
From 75 to 84	138
85 and over	40
Less than 65	117

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	75
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

doctor visit	999
hospital care	30
inpatient care	30
preventive care	32
vaccines	32

**Gender**
Male	322
Female	728

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	362
Black	642
Hispanic	0
Asian	22
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	488
From 75 to 84	272
85 and over	80
Less than 65	210

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	50
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	26
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	75
Dementia	13
Cancer	10

doctor visit	719
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
preventive care	19
vaccines	19

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	307

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	151
Black	262
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	207
From 75 to 84	111
85 and over	35
Less than 65	75

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	67
Asthma	21
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	75
Dementia	11
Cancer	13

doctor visit	656
preventive care	21
vaccines	21

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	278

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	125
Black	239
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	100
85 and over	29
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	75
Dementia	9
Cancer	13

doctor visit	607
preventive care	24
vaccines	24

**Gender**
Male	100
Female	256

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	120
Black	216
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	175
From 75 to 84	99
85 and over	24
Less than 65	58

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	75
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

doctor visit	649
preventive care	37
vaccines	37

**Gender**
Male	101
Female	261

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	116
Black	223
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	185
From 75 to 84	92
85 and over	22
Less than 65	63

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	52
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	75
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

doctor visit	448

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	246

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	212
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	89
85 and over	17
Less than 65	60

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	75
Dementia	7
Cancer	12

doctor visit	1084

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jean Young Park, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jean Young Park, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Baltimore, MD were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

blood draw	14
doctor visit	818
hospital care	57
inpatient care	57
preventive care	34
vaccines	34

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jean Young Park, MD.

**Gender**
Female	289
Male	122

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	253
Asian / Pacific Islander	2
Non-Hispanic White	140
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	29
75 to 84	107
Less than 65	80
65 to 74	194

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jean Young Park, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	60
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Education & Training

Dr. Jean Young Park, MD graduated from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2001. She completed residency at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (2001)

Residency: UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals (2004)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jean Young Park, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Harbor Hospital

MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center

MedStar Health

MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC

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.

Dr. Jean Young Park, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, Virginia Premier Health Plan, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic, Employee Health Plan (EHP) and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Jean Young Park, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO

MAMSI

First Health PPO

Blue Choice

Golden Rule

Great-West Healthcare

TRICARE

Community Care Network (CCN)

Coventry

TRICARE Reserve Select

Aetna Managed Choice POS

Beech Street PPO

Aetna HMO

Kaiser Select

Kaiser Permanente

CIGNA EPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

CIGNA Indemnity

AARP

Medicare Advantage

Coventry National Network PPO

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Cigna

Virginia Premier Health Plan

WellPoint

Aetna

CIGNA Network Open Access

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

HealthyBlue PPO

MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice

CareFirst NASCO

CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO

Traditional Medicare Fee for Service

United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO)

Innovation Health: Open POS Plus

MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families

Carefirst EPO

Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus

United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program

CareFirst Administrators

United Student Resources

United Select HMO - EPO/NPP

United MD IPA Preferred (POS)

United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO)

Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP)

Innovation Health: Network Only Plus

United MD IPA (HMO)

United Choice Plus

CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans)

Innovation Health: PPO

HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO

MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance

United Choice

United Optimum Choice

Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus)

Innovation Health: POS

Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS)

Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus

United Select Plus (POS)

CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced

United Erickson Advantage Plans

Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice

Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS)

Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN)

D-SNP)

I-SNP

CareFirst MedStar PPO

CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity

United Core Essential (HMO)

Innovation Health: POS Plus

HumanaChoice PPO

United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP

Innovation Health: Open POS II

Innovation Health: Indemnity

United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose

Veterans Affairs Community Care Network

United Navigate

Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO

Police and Fire Clinic

Employee Health Plan (EHP)

CareFirst MedStar Select PPO

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