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Emily Sims, MD, Pediatric Endocrinology, Indianapolis, IN

EmilyKristenSimsMD

Pediatric Endocrinology • Indianapolis, IN

Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine

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  • Office

    705 Riley Hospital Dr
    Indianapolis, IN 46202
    Phone+1 317-944-3889
    Fax+1 317-944-3882

Summary

  • Dr. Emily K. Sims MD, MS is a physician scientist specializing in pediatric endocrinology, with a long-term goal of addressing clinically relevant problems in diabetes utilizing molecular discovery. Her research focus revolves around the investigation of molecular mechanisms contributing to β cell dysfunction and the development of diabetes, the identification and verification of circulating biomarkers of β cell dysfunction, and clinical studies identifying and targeting β cell dysfunction in T1D. She hopes to ultimately utilize knowledge gained for development of biomarkers and β cell-targeted therapeutics that allow for a more tailored approach to treatment of patients with or at-risk for diabetes.

Education & Training

  • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Indiana University School of MedicineFellowship, Pediatric Endocrinology, 2013
  • University of Alabama School of Medicine
    University of Alabama School of MedicineClass of 2007

Certifications & Licensure

  • IN State Medical License
    IN State Medical License 2010 - 2025
  • Pediatrics
    American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Endocrinology
    American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Endocrinology

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • $1.1 Million Grant to Help Researchers Improve Type 1 Diabetes Screening in Indiana
    $1.1 Million Grant to Help Researchers Improve Type 1 Diabetes Screening in IndianaJanuary 14th, 2025
  • Type 1 Diabetes: Recent Wins and Ongoing Challenges on the Road to a Cure
    Type 1 Diabetes: Recent Wins and Ongoing Challenges on the Road to a CureMay 24th, 2023
  • IU Research Contributes to First FDA-approved Drug to Delay Onset of Type 1 Diabetes
    IU Research Contributes to First FDA-approved Drug to Delay Onset of Type 1 DiabetesNovember 21st, 2022
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