Willa Hsueh, MD
Physician, Professor
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Conditions and expertise
- Insulin Infusion Systems
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Prediabetic State
- ACTH-Secreting Pituitary Adenoma
Locations
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Academics and research
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
I am a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I diagnose and treat a wide range of endocrine conditions including type 1 and type 2 diabetes, thyroid diseases, adrenal gland disorders, Cushing syndrome, metabolic syndrome, and osteoporosis.
My patients can rely on me for high quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values.
In addition to my clinical responsibilities, I am passionate about educating and mentoring the next generation of providers. I am a professor of Internal Medicine and serve as the director of the Diabetes and Metabolism Research Center at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Highlights
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Conditions and expertise
- ACTH-Secreting Pituitary Adenoma
- Addison Disease
- Adrenal Gland Diseases
- Adrenocortical Adenoma
- Cushing Syndrome
- Diabetes Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Endocrinology
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperlipidemias
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Insulin Infusion Systems
- Lipids
- Metabolic Syndrome X
- Osteoporosis
- Parathyroid Diseases
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Prediabetic State
- Thyroid Diseases
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Stanford Hospital and Clinics, Stanford, CA, United States
7/1/1976 - 6/30/1979 - Fellowship - Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, United States
7/1/1975 - 6/30/1976 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, United States
7/1/1974 - 6/30/1975 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Baltimore, MD, United States
7/1/1973 - 6/30/1974 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH, United States
7/5/1970 - 6/8/1973
Certifications
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American Board of Internal Medicine-Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
10/18/1977 -
American Board of Internal Medicine
6/16/1976
Academics and research
I am a professor in the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at The Ohio State University and the OSUCCC – James. My research focuses on diabetes, complications of diabetes, and hypertension, with a special interest in how inflammation and immune cells affect metabolic diseases.
My lab studies how changes in fat tissue and immune cell function contribute to diseases like atherosclerosis, fatty liver disease, and heart and kidney problems. We are developing new methods to prevent harmful immune changes, such as vaccines or anti-inflammatory agents, and working with communities to prevent diabetes. Our goal is to develop unique methodology to prevent pro-inflammatory immune cell changes such as a vaccine or specific anti-inflammatory agents. In addition, Dr. Hsueh is working with the Mexican American community in Texas to preserve islet cell function to prevent diabetes. Our research could help future patients by leading to better ways to prevent and treat diabetes and its complications.
I have authored or co-authored numerous articles published in peer-reviewed journals and presented my findings at conferences.
I am grateful for the collaborative and innovative environment at The James, which allows me to pursue research that can improve the lives of patients with diabetes and related diseases.
Research interests
- Adenoma
- Cushing Syndrome
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Education
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperlipidemias
- Hypertension
- Hypothyroidism
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Diabetes mellitus
Academic information
- Department:
- Internal Medicine
- Division:
- Endocrinology and Metabolism
More about my research
News and media
My news coverage
Ratings and reviews
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Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025 Dr. Hsueh has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- Saint John's Physicians Partners