

Pediatrics
Emily Sims, M.D.
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Indianapolis, IN
Dr. Emily K. Sims is a pediatric endocrinologist specializing in pediatric endocrinology and diabetology at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, IN. She primarily treats children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D), focusing on mechanisms and biomarkers of intrinsic beta-cell dysfunction that contribute to T1D development, clinical measurements of beta-cell function to understand T1D heterogeneity and responses to disease-modifying therapies, and therapeutics to improv
17+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
- Pediatric Endocrinology (American Board of Pediatrics)
Education & Training
- Indiana University School of Medicine — Fellowship, Pediatric Endocrinology (2013)
- Indiana University School of Medicine — Residency, Pediatrics (2010)
- University of Alabama School of Medicine — M.D. (2007)
- Auburn University — B.S. (2003)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2023-2026 (4 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Pediatric Endocrinology
Conditions & Treatments
Type 1 Diabetes
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health
- IU Health North Hospital
- IU Health Methodist Hospital
- IU Health Arnett Hospital
Languages
English
Experience
17+ years in practice