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Poonam K Kapadia, MD

Endocrinologist (Diabetes & Hormones Specialist)

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Poonam Kapadia, M.D., is board-certified in internal medicine and endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism. She completed her bachelor’s degree at Washington University in St. Louis, graduating with honors and a double-major in biology and anthropology. She subsequently earned her medical degree from the Morsani College of Medicine at the University of South Florida and completed her internship in internal medicine at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kapadia completed her internal medicine training at the University of Central Florida and then pursued a two-year fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism with the University of Florida in Jacksonville.

Dr. Kapadia’s clinical interests include the management of diabetes and thyroid disease, as well as adrenal and pituitary pathology. She is committed to working with her patients to provide them the tools and education necessary to manage their diabetes and minimize complications from this chronic disease. Along with practicing medicine, Dr. Kapadia enjoys trying new recipes, traveling and spending time with her husband and young son.

Board certifications

  • Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine

Education

  • Fellowship - Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

    University of Florida, 2018-2020

  • Residency - Internal Medicine

    University of Central Florida, 2016-2018

  • Internship - Internal Medicine

    Emory University, 2013-2014

  • Medical Degree

    University of South Florida, 2009-2013

  • Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology

    Washington University, 2005-2009

  • Bachelor of Arts in Biology

    Washington University, 2005-2009

My areas of focus

Gender

Female

Accomplishments

  • Internal Medicine “Star of the Month” - Excellence in Resident Teaching

    University of Florida, Jacksonville, 2018

  • Patch Adams Award, Most likely to make patients smile

    University of South Florida, 2013

  • Clinical Honors in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Clerkship

    University of South Florida, 2012

  • Clinical Honors in Neurology/Psychiatry Clerkship

    University of South Florida, 2011

  • Member of Lambda Alpha Anthropology Honorary

    Washington University, St. Louis, 2009