Michael S. Calderwood, MD, MPH

Endocrinology is an evolving and fast-moving field that provides a vast knowledge of how hormones affect our bodies. I'm here to provide you with personalized care, grounded in evidence-based medicine. I am driven to help patients with endocrine disorders reach a proper diagnosis and effective treatment. I tailor my approach to each patient's unique needs. I want to ensure that you receive the most effective treatment for your condition. I love that I get to build strong relationships with my patients while I guide them through the recovery process from complex endocrine disorders. It's incredibly fulfilling to witness patients regain their health and well-being.

My approach to patient care centers around compassion, empathy, and getting to know you as an individual. As your healthcare provider, you can expect a level of understanding that goes beyond just your medical needs. I'm motivated by my passion for serving the community and working collaboratively with my patients. Specializing in gastroenterology allows me to combine my interest in education with hands-on patient care. For me, a successful outcome of the care I provide means building lasting patient-doctor relationships. I strive to take time to truly understand you – your interests, family, and health concerns. Overcoming health challenges becomes more meaningful when we share these lasting connections. I listen to my patients and am dedicated to addressing their concerns and questions. I try to simplify medical terminology with visuals like pictures, diagrams, and notes. I want to ensure that you understand your diagnosis and the path forward. The most rewarding aspect of my work is the privilege of helping my patients during vulnerable moments. I understand the fear and uncertainty that can come with being a patient. I'm here to provide support and make immediate impacts through endoscopy procedures. I aim to ensure that your visit with me, whether in the clinic or during an endoscopic procedure, is comfortable, valued, and holistic.

My goal is to give my patients the best medical care available to help them recover from stroke and prevent future recurrences. I offer guidance on lifestyle modifications and risk factor management with a focus on wellness. If necessary, I connect them with other experts in the field to help manage complex conditions. My goal is to give my patients the information and the knowledge they need to make the best decisions for themselves about their health and wellness. Stroke is a condition that afflicts an individual but affects the whole family. As part of our care, our team assesses for caregiver strain, family stress and other factors that affect family dynamics and social support. Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States and worldwide. Working in this field gives me an opportunity to address one of the leading health concerns in our community and a chance to make a difference every day. It’s gratifying to seeing patients that I took care of in the emergency room—when they were at their worst level of debilitation—walk into the clinic months later, having made an outstanding recovery. Being part of the stroke survivor’s journey and helping people achieve happy, healthy fulfilling lives is most rewarding.