Endocrinology
John Buse, MD
Verne S. Caviness Distinguished Professor of Medicine; Chief of the Division of Endocrinology; Director of the Diabetes Center; Executive Associate Dean for Clinical Research
John B. Buse, MD, PhD, is a leading endocrinologist specializing in the prevention and treatment of type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and their complications, including cardiovascular outcomes and diabetic neuropathy. He primarily serves adult patients with complex metabolic disorders, including those in multicenter clinical trials and requiring advanced therapies such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, where UNC was the first U.S. site to administer these agents for diabetes and obesity manag
40+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- Fellowship, Endocrinology, University of Chicago
- Internship and Residency, Internal Medicine, University of Chicago
- PhD, Physiology/Immunology, Duke University
- MD, Duke University
- AB, Biochemistry, Dartmouth College
Peer Recognition
- American Diabetes Association — Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Diabetes Research Award
2019
2024
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
Recognition & Leadership
Leadership Roles
- Chief of the Division of Endocrinology
- Director of the Diabetes Center
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UNC Health
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Languages
English
Experience
40+ years in practice