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Director of Diabetes Clinic

Diplomate American Board of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Brian E. Chavez, M.D. is the Director of SCKE’s Diabetes Clinic. Dr. Chavez specializes in Diabetes care, insulin pump therapy, and all endocrine disorders. He is board certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism as well as Internal Medicine. Dr. Chavez has also been involved in cutting-edge research studies in diabetes, obesity, and the polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

On a personal note, though he was born in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Chavez spent most of his younger years in Costa Mesa, CA. His hobbies include playing the piano, computer technology, gardening, and most importantly, spending time with his wife and children.

Education and Training

• Endocrinology: U.C. San Diego and the V.A. San Diego
• Internal Medicine: U.C. San Diego
• Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
• Undergraduate: U.C. San Diego (Bachelors degree in Bioengineering)

Honors and Awards

• Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
• American Diabetes Association Mentor Based Postdoctoral Fellowship Award
• Department of Veterans Affairs Commendation Award
• Phi Beta Kappa

Professional Memberships

• Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
• The Endocrine Society
• American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE)
• American College of Physicians (ACP)