Endocrinology
Maria Cabanillas, M.D.
Professor, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders; Faculty Director of Clinical Research, Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders
Maria E. Cabanillas, M.D., is a tenured Professor and Faculty Director of Clinical Research in the Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. She specializes as an oncologic endocrinologist, focusing on the diagnosis and management of early and advanced thyroid cancers, including differentiated, medullary, and anaplastic types. Dr. Cabanillas treats endocrine cancers, thyroid cancer, and hormonal disorders, emp
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (Unspecified Board)
Education & Training
- University of Puerto Rico / Mayaguez Campus — M.D., 1998
- Baylor College of Medicine — Fellowship, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, 2007-2009
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Residency, Internal Medicine, 1998-2001
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2022-2026 (5 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Languages
English, Spanish
Experience
25+ years in practice