Endocrinology
Pediatric Endocrinology treats children with diseases and disorders of the hormones derived from endocrine glands. Endocrine diseases include diabetes; growth problems; deficiencies or excesses of hormones from the pituitary, thyroid, adrenal or pancreas; and disorders of sex differentiation. Each child and family are unique and our providers aim to provide excellent comprehensive, evidence-based care in a patient-centered environment. Our exceptional faculty are dedicated, approachable, knowledgeable, and committed to mentoring and educating fellows and residents. This nationally respected program is committed to excellence in the training of the next generation of outstanding, academic, clinical leaders in pediatric endocrinology.
ENDOCRINOLOGY NEWS
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Levenson Selected for National Academy of Distinguished Educators in Pediatrics
Amy Levenson, MD, Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Endocrinology and Vice Chair of Education, has been selected by the American Pediatric Association to join the National Academy of Distinguished Educators in Pediatrics (NADEP) as a member of its third cohort.
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BRAINY‑T1D: Advancing Our Understanding of How Early Type 1 Diabetes Shapes the Developing Brain
BRAINY-T1D is a nationwide effort aimed at understanding the earliest effects of Type 1 Diabetes in young children. UNC is one of eleven campuses participating in this NIH project. At UNC, the study is led by an interdisciplinary group of investigators whose expertise spans neuroimaging, endocrinology, pediatrics, occupational therapy and pediatric neuropsychology.
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Welcome New Physician Faculty: Zina McSweeney, DO
Zina McSweeney, DO joined the Pediatric Division of Endocrinology on January 5, 2026 as a part-time Assistant Professor. Dr. McSweeney received her Bachelor of Biomedical Science in 2015 from the University of Central Florida and then earned her DO from Campbell University in 2019. She completed her Pediatric Internship and Residency at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood, Florida, in 2020 and 2022 respectively. She then went on to her Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship at Harvard University’s Boston Children’s Hospital, where she completed training in 2025. Welcome Zina!
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2025 Children’s APP Excellence Awards Nominees
The APP Center has announced the nominees for the 2025 APP Excellence Awards, and we are proud to see so many of our Children’s teammates recognized. Congratulations to all the nominees for your outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication.