Overview
New York Endocrinology is an integrated endocrinology, diabetes and nutrition practice. Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen is a triple board-certified endocrinologist treating all endocrine conditions such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, disorders of menopause, andropause, pituitary disorders and adrenal disorders. Dr. Salas-Whalen has particular expertise and a deep passion for managing weight loss and obesity. She is board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism and Internal Medicine. She is one of less than 3000 physicians in the United States to be board certified for Obesity Medicine. Dr. Salas-Whalen believes that every patient is different and that effective care must be customized according to individual needs. She is a strong advocate for prevention rather than treatment – especially in regard to obesity and diabetes. She performs in-office thyroid ultrasonography and fine needle aspiration biopsy of thyroid nodules. Dr. Salas-Whalen is an active participant in the continuing advancement of her field and a strong proponent of lifelong career learning. She is a clinical instructor at NYU Langone Hospital. Dr. Salas-Whalen speaks English and Spanish fluently.
