Endocrinology

Michael Freemark, MD

Robert C. Atkins, M.D. and Veronica Atkins Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Pediatrics

Michael Freemark, MD, is a distinguished pediatric endocrinologist specializing in pediatric diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid disorders, lipid disorders, monogenic and syndromic obesity, and severe acute malnutrition. He primarily serves children and adolescents, including infants, toddlers with type 1 diabetes, those with pre-type 2 diabetes, non-syndromic obesity, Prader-Willi syndrome, and malnourished children in global health contexts such as Uganda. His signature approaches include pion

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)
Pediatric Endocrinology (American Board of Pediatrics)

Education & Training

Medical School: Brandeis University (B.A., 1972)
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (MD, 1976)
Residency: Duke University Medical Center (Pediatrics, 1979)
Fellowship: Duke University Hospital (Pediatric Endocrinology, 1984)
Fellowship: Necker Hospital for Sick Children (Molecular Endocrinology, 1993)

Years in Practice

50+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Diabetes & Metabolism

Conditions & Treatments

OsteoporosisDiabetes TechnologyThyroid DisordersType 1 DiabetesType 2 DiabetesDiabetes

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Sovah Health Danville
Duke University Hospital
Duke Regional Hospital
Charles A Cannon Jr Memorial Hospital
Lenox Baker Children's Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Freemark treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Freemark accept Aetna insurance?

Michael Freemark's public profile lists Aetna, Ambetter, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Freemark practice?

Michael Freemark practices in Durham, NC with hospital affiliations including Sovah Health Danville, Duke University Hospital, and Duke Regional Hospital.

What does Dr. Freemark specialize in?

Michael Freemark is a board-certified endocrinology specialist with focus areas in Diabetes & Metabolism.

How long has Dr. Freemark been practicing?

Michael Freemark has 50+ years of clinical experience in endocrinology.

What is Dr. Freemark's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Brandeis University (B.A., 1972); Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine (MD, 1976); Residency: Duke University Medical Center (Pediatrics, 1979).