Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Endocrinology Care in Hickory, NC
At Piedmont Endocrinology, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for patients with thyroid disease, diabetes, and hormonal abnormalities. Our mission emphasizes patient education, empowering individuals to take an active role in their health through informed decision-making. With a team of board-certified endocrinologists and experienced healthcare professionals, we combine clinical expertise with personalized attention to address conditions like metabolic disorders, osteoporosis, and cholesterol imbalances.Our practice prioritizes timely appointments, clear communication, and a patient-first approach to ensure optimal outcomes. Through ongoing clinical research partnerships, we also contribute to advancing treatment options while maintaining strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
Services
Diabetes Management
Thyroid Treatment
Hormone Therapy
Osteoporosis Care
Metabolic Disorder Treatment
Cholesterol Management
Endocrine Tumor Evaluation
Clinical Research Trials
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Board-certified endocrinologists with decades of combined experience
- Focus on patient education and active health management
- Partnership with leading clinical research organizations
- Timely appointments and efficient visit scheduling
- Friendly, knowledgeable staff dedicated to patient comfort
What people say
Good advice
Timely manner
Super friendly
Very knowledgeable
Pleasant experience
Services
Diabetes Management
Our comprehensive diabetes care includes personalized treatment plans, blood sugar monitoring, and lifestyle guidance. We address type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes with evidence-based therapies. Patients receive education on insulin management and complication prevention.
Thyroid Treatment
We diagnose and treat thyroid disorders like hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules. Our approach combines medication management, hormone replacement therapy, and regular monitoring. Patients benefit from our expertise in complex thyroid conditions.
Hormone Therapy
Our hormone therapy addresses imbalances in reproductive and metabolic hormones. We provide customized treatment for menopausal symptoms, low testosterone, and adrenal disorders. Regular bloodwork ensures optimal dosage adjustments.
Osteoporosis Care
We offer bone density testing and treatment plans for osteoporosis and low bone mass. Our approach includes medication, nutritional counseling, and fall prevention strategies. Patients receive ongoing monitoring to assess treatment effectiveness.
Clinical Research Trials
Through partnerships with organizations like Lucas Research, we conduct clinical trials for new diabetes and endocrinology treatments. Participants gain access to investigational therapies while contributing to medical advancements. Studies follow strict FDA-regulated protocols.
People
A. Rodman Barber MD
Endocrinologist
Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Dr. Barber has practiced in Hickory since 1999. He completed fellowship training at UC Davis and brings expertise in diabetes and thyroid disorders.
Venkatarama S. Donepudi MD
Endocrinologist
Dr. Donepudi joined Piedmont Endocrinology in 2003 after completing his endocrinology fellowship at Indiana University. He specializes in hormonal disorders and clinical research protocols.
Ben Bullard PA-C
Physician Assistant
Certified physician assistant Ben Bullard focuses on endocrinology care since joining in 2017. His clinical experience includes hospitalist work and specialized endocrine disorder management.
Questions
What conditions does Piedmont Endocrinology treat?
We specialize in diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormonal imbalances, osteoporosis, cholesterol disorders, and endocrine tumors.
Do I need a referral to schedule an appointment?
Yes, all new patient appointments require a physician referral. Contact your primary care provider for a referral first.
Are clinical research trials available to patients?
Yes, we offer participation in FDA-regulated clinical trials through our partnership with Lucas Research. Ask during your consultation.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring referral documents, medical records, current medications list, and insurance information for your initial visit.
How can I access my medical records?
Use our AdvancedMD Patient Portal to view records, schedule appointments, and communicate with our team securely.
Reviews (5)
Cathy Newton
Jun 16, 2022
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I have been going here for about a year. I hate it here! I finally sad enough is enough! I got tired of being talked down to by Dr Woods. I have lived with type 2 for over 20 years but to be yelled at and belittled again and again I just can't anymore! The ladies at the front are the same way! Yelling at me at one point for not having a mask on and taking me to the back to be yelled out too! I was like all you had to do was hand me a mask and ask me to wear it.
No issues. And the time before I was there no one made me wear one at all! It's crazy the rudeness at this office. Dr Woods is the one doctor I have seen but she has ruined it for me. I'm not even sure how she is still there with that kind of bedside manor. Maybe some like it there or even like her but not me! I'm out!
No issues. And the time before I was there no one made me wear one at all! It's crazy the rudeness at this office. Dr Woods is the one doctor I have seen but she has ruined it for me. I'm not even sure how she is still there with that kind of bedside manor. Maybe some like it there or even like her but not me! I'm out!
Rick Clark
Apr 15, 2022
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Just returned from my first visit. I have read the negative reviews and had some concerns. The staff and Ben Bullard were very professional. I was given great care and advice.
Roland Norris
Feb 08, 2022
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Waste of time going here. Only caregiver that actually listens is Ben Bullard. I actually wonder if the patients they cannot help are treated badly in the hope they will go away. Certainly not up to date on current thought and treatments, and seem more interested in bringing you back every three months, charging for every thing they can get away with. Can't believe they are the only endo practice in a town this size, better options available in Lincolnton and Statesville.
D. J. Gaston
Dec 15, 2021
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One has to believe the recent positive posts are plants. Many complaints about office staff being rude, they weren't the friendliest bunch, but I would not call them rude. I found Dr Doneprudi to be rude, condescending, and unwilling to change his mind once it was made up, which happened at the first meeting. He refused to update any diabetic medications, choosing instead to lecture me about diet after cherry picking things I said during talks.
I finally tired of his insulting and holier than thou demeanor, and stopped going. My GP made one medication update, and A1c, which had never been lower than 8.2 in the three years I went to this practice, dropped to 7.4 in three months. I regret wasting time and money at this practice, guess being the only game in town they feel they can do as they please.
I finally tired of his insulting and holier than thou demeanor, and stopped going. My GP made one medication update, and A1c, which had never been lower than 8.2 in the three years I went to this practice, dropped to 7.4 in three months. I regret wasting time and money at this practice, guess being the only game in town they feel they can do as they please.
Gloria DeVane
Nov 21, 2021
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Reading these postings first was not the best idea, in my opinion they were absolutely wrong. I found each staffperson encountered to be extremely nice and professional. I'm glad I got scheduled with them. Dr. Bullard was very nice.
