PeterJSnyderMD

Endocrinology • Philadelphia, PA

Diabetes, Lipid Metabolism, Pituitary Disorders & Neuroendocrinology

Professor, Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine

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Office
3400 Civic Center Blvd
West Pavilion, 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone+1 215-662-2300

Education & Training

University of Pennsylvania Health SystemFellowship, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, 1970 - 1971
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1969 - 1970
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 1965 - 1967
Harvard Medical SchoolClass of 1965

Certifications & Licensure

PA State Medical License 1971 - 2024
American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

America's Top Doctors Castle Connolly, 2002-2014
Philadelphia Magazine Castle Connolly, 2004-2008, 2010-2014
America's Top Doctors for Cancer Castle Connolly, 2005-2013
CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012-2013
Elected Member The American Society for Clinical Investigation, 1981
Super Doctor SuperDoctors.com
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Clinical Trials

Testosterone and Growth Hormone for Bone Loss in Men Start of enrollment: 2004 Mar 01
Completed
Phase 2
The Testosterone Trials in Older Men Start of enrollment: 2009 Nov 01
Completed
Phase 3
Effect of Pasireotide Long Acting Release (LAR) on Gonadotroph Adenomas Start of enrollment: 2009 Jun 01
Terminated
Phase 2
µMRI of Therapeutic Intervention in Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Start of enrollment: 2008 Jul 01
Completed
Phase 4
Efficacy and Safety of Pasireotide Administered Monthly in Patients With Cushing's Disease Start of enrollment: 2011 Nov 04
Completed
Phase 3
An Open-label, Multi-center, Expanded Access Study of Pasireotide s.c. in Patients With Cushing's Disease. Start of enrollment: 2011 Aug 16
Completed
Phase 3
Treatment for Endogenous Cushing's Syndrome Start of enrollment: 2014 Aug 01
Completed
Phase 3
An Open-label, Multi-center, Expanded Treatment Protocol of Pasireotide LAR in Patients With Acromegaly
Approved for marketing
Safety and Efficacy of LCI699 for the Treatment of Patients With Cushing's Disease Start of enrollment: 2014 Oct 06
Completed
Phase 3
Atlas of Retinal Imaging in Alzheimer's Study Start of enrollment: 2019 Dec 16
Recruiting
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Publications & Presentations

PubMed

187 citations
Effect of Testosterone Treatment on Volumetric Bone Density and Strength in Older Men With Low Testosterone: A Controlled Clinical Trial
Peter J. Snyder, David L. Kopperdahl, Alisa J. Stephens-Shields, Susan S. Ellenberg, Jane A. Cauley
JAMA Internal Medicine. 2017-04-01
157 citations
Immediate and delayed effects of cognitive interventions in healthy elderly: a review of current literature and future directions.
Kathryn V. Papp, Stephen J. Walsh, Peter J. Snyder
Alzheimer's & Dementia. 2009-01-01
148 citations
Lessons From the Testosterone Trials
Peter J. Snyder, Shalender Bhasin, Glenn R. Cunningham, Alvin M. Matsumoto, Alisa J. Stephens-Shields
Endocrine Reviews. 2018-06-01

Journal Articles

The Cholinergic System in the Pathophysiology and Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease
George T Grossberg, Peter J Snyder, Martin R Farlow, Brain

Lectures

Clinical Triad: Hematuria, ED, and Testosterone Replacement
2019 ACP Internal Medicine Meeting, Philadelphia - 4/11/2019

Other

Induction of fertility in men with secondary hypogonadism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/induction-of-fertility-in-men-with-secondary-hypogonadism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-06-05
Clinical features and diagnosis of male hypogonadism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/clinical-features-and-diagnosis-of-male-hypogonadism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2013-01-18
Causes of primary hypogonadism in males
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/causes-of-primary-hypogonadism-in-males
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-08-01
Sexual dysfunction in uremic men
Snyder PJ, Palmer BF, Henrich WL
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/sexual-dysfunction-in-uremic-men
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-11-02
Reproductive and sexual dysfunction in uremic women
Snyder PJ, Palmer BF, Henrich WL
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/reproductive-and-sexual-dysfunction-in-uremic-women
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-06-14
Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of hyperprolactinemia
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/clinical-manifestations-and-diagnosis-of-hyperprolactinemia
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-11-29
Causes of hyperprolactinemia
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/causes-of-hyperprolactinemia
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-03-27
Treatment of hypopituitarism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/treatment-of-hypopituitarism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-05-08
Clinical manifestations of hypopituitarism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/clinical-manifestations-of-hypopituitarism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-08-30
Causes of hypopituitarism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/causes-of-hypopituitarism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-08-29
Testosterone treatment of male hypogonadism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/testosterone-treatment-of-male-hypogonadism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2013-02-11
Use of androgens and other hormones to enhance athletic performance
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/use-of-androgens-and-other-hormones-to-enhance-athletic-performance
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-06-20
Causes of secondary hypogonadism in males
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/causes-of-secondary-hypogonadism-in-males
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-08-29
Growth hormone deficiency in adults
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/growth-hormone-deficiency-in-adults
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-02-28
Treatment of hyperprolactinemia due to lactotroph adenoma and other causes
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/treatment-of-hyperprolactinemia-due-to-lactotroph-adenoma-and-other
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-11-02
Treatment of gonadotroph and other clinically nonfunctioning adenomas
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/treatment-of-gonadotroph-and-other-clinically-nonfunctioning-adenom
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-08-24
Management of lactotroph adenoma (prolactinoma) during pregnancy
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/management-of-lactotroph-adenoma-prolactinoma-during-pregnancy
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-06-11
Diagnosis of hypopituitarism
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/diagnosis-of-hypopituitarism
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-06-29
Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of gonadotroph and other clinically nonfunctioning pituitary adenomas
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/clinical-manifestations-and-diagnosis-of-gonadotroph-and-other-clin
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2013-01-18
Causes, presentation, and evaluation of sellar masses
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/causes-presentation-and-evaluation-of-sellar-masses
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-06-29
Incidentally discovered sellar masses (pituitary incidentalomas)
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/incidentally-discovered-sellar-masses-pituitary-incidentalomas
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-02-28
Overview of testosterone deficiency in elderly men
Snyder PJ
http://www.uptodate.com/contents/overview-of-testosterone-deficiency-in-elderly-men
UpToDate, Wolters Kluwer Health - 2012-11-30
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Press Mentions

Recordati Rare Diseases Announce Publication in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism of the Phase III LINC 4 Study Confirming Efficacy and Safety of ISTURISA® (Osilodrostat) in Patients with Cushing’s DiseaseMarch 29th, 2022
Episode 39 - Erectile DysfunctionFebruary 8th, 2021
Zyntix – Before and After – Supplement Facts – Results – Free Trial – Where to Buy – InstructionsFebruary 28th, 2019
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Grant Support

Testerone TrialNational Institute On Aging2009–2012
The Bone Trial Of The Testosterone TrialNational Institute On Aging2011
WILL Testosterone &Growth Hormone Improve Bone StructureNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2007–2008
Planning Project For Testosterone Trials In Aging MenNational Institute On Aging2005–2007
WILL Testosterone+Growth Hormone Improve Bone StructureNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2005–2006
Planning Project For Testosterone Trials In Aging Men.National Institute On Aging2005
WILL Testosterone | Growth Hormone Improve Bone StructureNational Center For Research Resources2005
Effect Of Testosterone On Trabecular ArchitectureNational Center For Research Resources2004–2005
WILL Testosterone /Growth Hormone Improve Bone StructureNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2004
The Effect Of Chronic Somatropin Treatment On Bone Mineral DensityNational Center For Research Resources2004
Effects Of Testosterone On Trabecular Architecture As Determined By MRINational Center For Research Resources2004
Somatropin Treatment On Bone Mineral Density For Adult Onset GhdNational Center For Research Resources2004
Research In Mineral And Skeletal HomeostasisNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1986–2003
Testosterone And Glucocorticoid Induced HypogonadismNational Center For Research Resources2000–2002
Ipstyl R For Treatment Of Patients W/ AcromegalyNational Center For Research Resources1999–2002
Ipstyl R For Treatment Of Denovo Patients W/ AcromegalyNational Center For Research Resources1999–2002
Gonadotroph Adenomas: Prevalence &PharmacologyNational Center For Research Resources1999–2002
Effect Of Chronic Somatropin Treatment On Bone Mineral DensityNational Center For Research Resources1999–2002
Phase III Safety And Efficacy Of Testosterone Gel In Hypergonadal MenNational Center For Research Resources1998–2002
WILL Testosterone Increase Bone Mineral Density In Elderly Men?National Center For Research Resources1996–2002
WILL Testosterone In Hypogonadal Men Increase Bone Mineral Density?National Center For Research Resources1996–2002
Gonadotroph Adenomas--The Role Of FollistatinNational Institute Of Diabetes And Digestive And Kidney Diseases1996–1998
Research In Mineral &Skeletal HomeostasisNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1994–1998
Somatotropin Injection In Growth Hormone Deficient AdultsNational Center For Research Resources1996–1997
Gonadotroph Adenomas--Prevalence And PharmacologyNational Center For Research Resources1996–1997
Effect Of HCG And HMG On Spermatogenesis In Men With HypogonadismNational Center For Research Resources1996–1997
WILL Testosterone Increase Muscle Strength In Older MenNational Institute On Aging1994–1997
Functions Of The Plasma Vitamin D Binding ProteinNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1988–1996
Testosterone And Bone Mineral Density In Elderly MenNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1991–1995
WILL Testosterone Increase Muscle Strength In Elderly MENational Institute On Aging1992–1993
Gonadotroph Adenomas--Prevalence And PharmacologyNational Institute Of Diabetes And Digestive And Kidney Diseases1990–1993
Bone Mineral In Gonadal, Thyroid And Parathyroid DiseaseNational Institute Of Diabetes And Digestive And Kidney Diseases1987–1990
1989 First Joint Meeting Of Asbmr-Iccrh Travel GrantNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1989
Transport And Quantitation Of Vitamin D SterolsNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases1986–1987
Gonadotropin Secretion In The MALEEunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute Of Child Health &Human Development1985–1986
Transport And Quantitation Of Vitamin D SterolsNat Inst Of Arthritis, Diabetes, Digestive &Kidney Diseases1985
Transport And Quanitation Of Vitamin D SterolsNat Inst Of Arthritis, Diabetes, Digestive &Kidney Diseases1985
Research In Mineral And Skeletal HomeostasisNat Inst Of Arthritis, Diabetes, Digestive &Kidney Diseases1985