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Dr. Norman Lavin, MD

(5 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Pediatrics, Adult Endocrinology and Pediatric Endocrinology

University of Illinois College of Medicine (1968)

Professional interests include: insulin resistance, goiter , thyroid problems, and more.

18370 Burbank Boulevard Suite 204
Tarzana, CA 91356

(818) 345-7792

Dr. Norman Lavin, MD is a pediatrician in Tarzana, CA specializing in general pediatrics, adult endocrinology and pediatric endocrinology. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1968 and has 58 years of experience. Dr. Norman Lavin, MD is affiliated with Providence, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center and The Endocrinology, Weight Control & Metabolic Center.

Office Locations

Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center

18370 Burbank Boulevard Suite 204
Tarzana, CA 91356

(818) 345-7792

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Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“"The pressure to look like everyone else is overwhelming," said Tarzana pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Norman Lavin, a clinical professor of pediatrics and endocrinology at UCLA.”—"PARENTING : Just the Way You Are : Some kids are bigger, smaller, heavier or thinner than others. They should be encouraged to put less weight on looks.", Los Angeles Times, October 2024

“"It's a great thing for parents to get together with other parents and share their questions and concerns," said Dr. Norman Lavin, a Tarzana pediatrician.”—"BABY GYMS : As Enrollment Climbs, Specialists Question the Need", Los Angeles Times, September 2024

“Dr. Norman Lavin, a Tarzana-based pediatrician and clinical professor of pediatrics at UCLA, says overindulgence is increasingly common.”—"Dodging Pitfalls of Parenting : Tarzana pediatrician and author Bud Zukow warns that many suburban mothers and fathers are being enslaved by their children.", Los Angeles Times, July 2024

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	259

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	261

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	43

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2013

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	47
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	290

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	56

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2014

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	46
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	350

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	104

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	156
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	74
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2015

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	44
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	295

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	43

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2016

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	43
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	298

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	44

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2017

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	45
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	258

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	35

**Age**
From 65 to 74	27
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2018

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	328

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	40
Female	48

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2019

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	270

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	40

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2020

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	39
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	291

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	40

**Age**
From 65 to 74	38
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2021

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	19
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	47
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	216

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	33

**Age**
From 65 to 74	25
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD in 2022

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	283

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	14
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	9
65 to 74	34

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Norman Lavin, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	16
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	38
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Dementia	0
Cancer	1

Education & Training

Dr. Norman Lavin, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1968. He completed residency at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Endocrinology and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (1968)

Residency: Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center (1974)

Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Endocrinology

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Norman Lavin, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center

The Endocrinology, Weight Control & Metabolic Center

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Norman Lavin, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, Interplan PPO, United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, CIGNA PPO, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO and ChoiceHumana PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Norman Lavin, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna PPO

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Aetna HMO

Blue Shield of California

Interplan PPO

United Healthcare HMO

Anthem

CIGNA PPO

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

ChoiceHumana PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Norman Lavin, MD has an average of 1.4 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Norman Lavin, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Tarzana, CA.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Norman Lavin, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Novo Nordisk Inc	$174,281 Norditropin $147,402	Victoza $11,480	Levemir $9,987	NovoLog $2,516	Tresiba $385	Other $2,511
Genentech USA, Inc.	$137,436 Nutropin Aq $129,915	Non-Covered Product $7,520
AbbVie, Inc.	$98,982 Lupron $96,583	Lupron Depot $2,399
Pfizer Inc.	$26,660 GENOTROPIN $26,626	PAXLOVID $19	COMIRNATY $15
AbbVie Inc.	$8,970 Lupron Depot $8,970
Other	$12,273 SUPPRELIN LA $8,434	HUMATROPE $809	SKYTROFA $366	FENSOLVI $361	Omnipod $250	Other $2,054

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$371,350
Travel and Lodging	$46,296
Consulting Fee	$26,905
Food and Beverage	$13,139
Education	$853
Other	$59

Biography

Dr. Norman Lavin is a physician who specializes in adult endocrinology, pediatric endocrinology, and general pediatrics. Dr. Lavin's areas of expertise include the following: type 2 diabetes, graves disease, and metabolic syndrome. He is affiliated with Providence. He obtained his medical school training at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), David Geffen School of Medicine and the University of Illinois College of Medicine and performed his residency at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. Dr. Lavin's patients gave him an average rating of 1.5 stars (out of 5). United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California seem to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Lavin accepts. He has received the following distinction: Southern California Super Doctors.