Shira Eytan, M.D.
Shira Eytan, M.D. FACE, practices endocrinology on the upper east side of Manhattan and is affiliated with NYU, Lenox Hill, and Mount Sinai Hospitals. She attended Rutgers University and then received her medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine at the Tel Aviv University-American Program. Her internship and residency training were completed in Internal Medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan and she then proceeded to complete her fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at Rutgers University-New Jersey Medical School.
Dr. Eytan is ABIM Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism. She is a member of the Endocrine Society and American Association of Clinical Endocrinology. Her specialization includes all aspects of general endocrinology, especially thyroid disorders, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and weight management.
Latest Articles by Shira Eytan, M.D.
Real Talk (and Expert Insight) on Menopause
Hot flashes, sleep disturbance, loss of libido, thinning hair—how do women make peace with this inevitable life transition?
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Is Melatonin Mighty for Menopause?
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9 Ways to Lower Your Family’s Risk of Diabetes
Fighting this disease is easier when you do it together.
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7 Surprising Signs You Might Have Diabetes
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How to Find a Doctor Who Gets You (and Why It Matters)
Working with a great physician is crucial for keeping your diabetes under control. Here’s how to find your match.
Healthy Curves: Real Advice for Diabetes Weight-Loss
Hint: Focus more on health impacts than numbers on a scale. Our experts’ advice will help you figure out how.