Pituitary center

Penn Medicine offers one of the nation’s only treatment centers dedicated to pituitary gland disorders. We bring together skilled specialists and the latest treatments for pituitary care into one convenient location to provide best-in-class care.

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A national leader in pituitary tumor care 

Pituitary tumors, like many pituitary gland disorders, are complex conditions that can impact the brain, blood, eyes, and many other parts of the body. Although they’re almost always benign, they can affect long-term health and quality of life.

When you or your loved one are facing a pituitary tumor diagnosis, you need treatment that can address all the aspects of your condition, from diagnosis to surgery to the management of all related health complications.

The Penn Pituitary Center is one of the only treatment centers in the country devoted entirely to pituitary gland conditions, including pituitary tumor treatment and management. As a designated Pituitary Center of Excellence, we are proud to provide our patients with:

  • The most advanced diagnostic and testing tools for precision diagnoses
  • The latest minimally invasive procedures
  • Skilled surgeons who perform a high volume of pituitary operations each year
  • Consultation with an entire multidisciplinary care team in one visit

Throughout each phase of your treatment, our doctors will work closely with your local endocrinologist to continue your ongoing care close to home.

Clinical trials

Clinical trials offer patients the opportunity to try new and effective treatments and take part in future research.

Second opinions

If you've received a diagnosis, our team of experts offers second opinions to grant you peace of mind.

Pituitary conditions we treat

  • Craniopharyngioma
  • Cushing's Disease
  • Meningioma
  • Pituitary Adenomas
  • Pituitary Tumor
  • Prolactinoma
  • Rathke's Cleft Cysts

Setting the standard for pituitary gland disorder care 

Whether you need complex surgery for a pituitary adenoma or you’re looking for the most informed treatment guidance on any other pituitary disorder, Penn Pituitary Center offers clinical resources, expertise, and support rarely found at other health systems.

Leading the way in minimally invasive pituitary procedures

Some pituitary tumors don’t require surgery and can be addressed through medication or ongoing monitoring of the tumor. When surgery is required, Penn Medicine’s surgeons use the most advanced endoscopic and microscopic techniques and intraoperative image guidance, allowing us to remove even large tumors through the nose rather than having to go through the skull. Additionally, Penn Medicine offers the most advanced radiation therapy for the treatment of pituitary tumors. Our skilled providers perform a high volume of procedures such as:

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Our doctors

Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.

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Locations

Our hospitals, multispecialty medical centers, pharmacies, labs and more offer outstanding, personalized care for patients all across the region.

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