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Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD

(174 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Endocrinology

Baylor College of Medicine (1979)

Professional interests include: endocrine cancer, endocrine diseases (hormone disorders), hormone replacement therapy, and more.

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

(720) 848-2651

Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD is an endocrinologist in Aurora, CO specializing in adult endocrinology. She graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1979 and has 45 years of experience. Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD is affiliated with UCHealth, University of Colorado Medicine, UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED and UCHealth Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus.

Office Locations

Address:

12605 E 16th Avenue
Aurora, CO 80045

Address:

1635 Aurora Court 6th Floor
Aurora, CO 80045

Some issues Dr. Margaret Wierman, 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)

“From left, Debra Duke, President and CEO of MenoGeniX, William Robinson, advisory board member, Nanette Santoro, head of the clinical advisory board, and Margaret Wierman, advisory board member, on...”—"Cool success for Aurora biotech company is no hot flash in the pan", Sentinel Colorado, July 2015

“"There's a spectrum of what's normal with each ethnicity, of course, but different ethnicities have differing amounts of terminal hair," says Margaret E. Wierman, MD, professor of medicine at the...”—"7 Things Your Body Hair Says About Your Health", Huff Post, July 2015

“Dr. Margaret Wierman, an endocrinologist at the University of Colorado, testified that when she examined Thomas in 2000, she observed masculine body features.”—"Chemist Patrick Arnold says he gave steroids to cyclist Tammy Thomas, helped with cover story (Published 2008)", New York Times, March 2008

doctor visit	47
hospital care	27
inpatient care	27

**Gender**
Male	23
Female	28

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	18

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	55
hospital care	23
inpatient care	23

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	28

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	26
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	82

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	56
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	96

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	47

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	70
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	43
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	23

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

doctor visit	97

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	67
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

**Gender**
Male	37
Female	50

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	73
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	21
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	32
Dementia	0
Cancer	23

doctor visit	91
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25

**Gender**
Male	48
Female	49

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	85
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	46
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	18

doctor visit	79

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	47

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	76
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	45
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

doctor visit	157

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD for Medicare patients.

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

doctor visit	89
hospital care	25
inpatient care	25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	52
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	4
85 and over	0
Less than 65	14
65 to 74	32

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD From 2013 - 2021

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

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Cancer	8
Dementia	0

Education & Training

Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1979. She completed residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She has a state license in Colorado.

Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine (1979)

Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals (1983)

Licensed In: Colorado

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCHealth

University of Colorado Medicine

UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS INCORPORATED

UCHealth Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 174 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Margaret Wierman, 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. Margaret Wierman, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$23,191 Norditropin $7,160	Sogroya $39	Victoza $32	$15,960
Pfizer Inc.	$11,876 SOMAVERT $7,839	GENOTROPIN $1,250	$2,788
Genentech USA, Inc.	$3,583 Non-Covered Product $3,583
HRA PHARMA RARE DISEASES	$2,000 Metopirone $2,000
Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc	$987 Somatuline Depot 120mg.5ml $987
Other	$62 $62

**Types of Payments**
Consulting Fee	$34,188
Travel and Lodging	$5,103
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$1,250
Food and Beverage	$1,062
Education	$97

Research Payments

Dr. Margaret Wierman, MD has received 17 research payments totaling $206,625.

Biography

Dr. Margaret Wierman is a medical specialist in adult endocrinology. Clinical interests for Dr. Wierman include menopause, thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. She obtained her medical school training at Baylor College of Medicine and performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Wierman is professionally affiliated with UCHealth.