The Endocrinology division at CHA focuses on the body’s glands and the hormones they produce. Your glands (thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, ovaries, etc.) control many body functions like hunger, blood sugar and reproduction.

Endocrinology Care at its Best

Doctor treating a patientOur skilled team provides care for a wide range of conditions and needs, including diabetes, thyroid disease, hormone therapy, polycystic ovarian syndrome and osteoporosis. We work closely with you and your primary care provider to help you live a better life.

A Team Effort

Managing endocrine disorders is a team effort. Patients are usually referred by their primary care doctor, to help treat and manage their condition or need. We work closely with your other providers, including dietitians, physical therapists and surgeons. We will be informed, so you know what to expect at every step in your care.

Special Expertise

The CHA endocrinology team is highly experienced and highly trained. They treat a wide range of conditions and have areas of special interest and expertise.

Provider    Special Interests
Dr. Melanie J. Brunt hormone therapy for transgender adult patients
Dr. Deborah Mitchell pediatric endocrinology
Dr. Jonila Murati
Maureen DiMeo, MSN, RN, BC-ADM, CDCES diabetes education

Diabetes Support

Your doctor may refer you to a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). These nurses provide specialized education and help people better manage their diabetes. They help patients develop goals to best optimize their health care and health outcomes. A CDCES receives training in all aspects of diabetes treatment including insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, telehealth, medication and nutrition. 

Services We Offer

  • Endocrine testing
  • Management of diabetes, including education
  • Management of hormone disorders
  • Radioactive iodine therapy
  • Thyroid fine needle aspiration
  • Transgender hormone therapy

Conditions We Treat

  • Cholesterol (lipid) disorders
  • Diabetes (high or low blood sugar)
  • High blood pressure
  • Infertility
  • Endocrine gland problems
  • PCOS (polycystic ovaries)
  • Thyroid problems
  • Weight problems
  • Hormone imbalance
  • Menopause
  • Osteoporosis (weak bones)

Where You Can Find Us

Hospital

CHA Cambridge Hospital

1493 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

617-665-1000

Everett Hospital

CHA Everett Hospital

103 Garland Street
Everett, MA 02149

617-389-6270

Providers

Melanie J. Brunt, MD, MPH

Melanie J. Brunt, MD, MPH

Specialties

  • Endocrinology
  • LGBTQ Health
Jonila Murati, MD

Jonila Murati, MD

Specialties

  • LGBTQ Health
  • Endocrinology
Vignesh Shettar, MD, MHSA

Vignesh Shettar, MD, MHSA

Specialties

  • Endocrinology

Janya Swami, MD

Specialties

  • Endocrinology
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