Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery
Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
The thyroid and parathyroid glands are important parts of the endocrine system. The thyroid gland helps regulate metabolism, energy levels, and many normal body functions, while the parathyroid glands help maintain healthy calcium levels in the blood and bones.
Disorders affecting these glands are common and can impact overall health and quality of life.
At USF Health, our specialists provide comprehensive evaluation and care for patients with thyroid and parathyroid disorders. We work closely with our endocrinology colleagues and the specialists of the TGH Cancer Institute to develop personalized treatment plans for both benign and cancerous conditions.
Expert care for thyroid and parathyroid conditions
Many thyroid and parathyroid disorders can be managed without surgery, while others may require a procedure to improve symptoms, prevent complications, or treat cancer. Our team offers advanced diagnostic testing, office-based ultrasound and biopsy, minimally invasive surgical approaches, and specialized care for complex thyroid and parathyroid disease.
At USF Health, we provide comprehensive care for patients with thyroid and parathyroid disorders in close collaboration with our endocrinology colleagues and the specialists of the TGH Cancer Institute. This multidisciplinary approach allows us to care for the full spectrum of disease, from benign thyroid nodules and hyperparathyroidism to advanced thyroid cancers requiring complex treatment.
Our program offers a full range of management options tailored to each patient's needs, including observation, active surveillance, radiofrequency ablation (RFA), minimally invasive surgery, and advanced cancer treatment. Whether you are seeking evaluation for a thyroid nodule, treatment for thyroid cancer, management of a large goiter, or surgery for hyperparathyroidism, our goal is to provide expert, personalized care supported by the latest evidence and technology.
Highlights of our program
Comprehensive thyroid and parathyroid care in partnership with endocrinology specialists
Coordination with the TGH Cancer Institute for patients with thyroid cancer
Point-of-care ultrasound and fine needle biopsy
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for select thyroid nodules
Active surveillance for appropriately selected thyroid cancers
Minimally invasive thyroid and parathyroid surgery
Expertise in Graves’ disease, thyroid cancer, and substernal goiter surgery
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Not every thyroid nodule requires surgery
Many thyroid nodules can be safely monitored. Our specialists help determine when observation, active surveillance, minimally invasive treatment, or surgery is the best option.
Conditions, treatments and care
Conditions we treat:
Thyroid nodules and thyroid masses
Thyroid goiter, including substernal goiter
Hyperthyroidism requiring surgical treatment
Graves' disease requiring surgical management
Thyroid cancer
Complex and recurrent thyroid tumors
Primary hyperparathyroidism
Parathyroid adenomas
Neck masses requiring thyroid or parathyroid evaluation
Diagnostic and treatment services:
Point-of-care thyroid ultrasound
Fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy
Evaluation of thyroid nodules and neck masses
Active surveillance for select thyroid cancers
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for select thyroid nodules
Thyroidectomy (partial and total)
Surgery for Graves' disease and hyperthyroidism
Treatment of large and substernal goiters
Surgical management of thyroid cancer, including advanced cases
Minimally invasive parathyroid surgery
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