UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (UCH)
12605 E. 16th Ave Aurora, CO 80045Phone: 720-848-0000
Cecilia Low Wang, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Board Certified
Care Philosophy
I do my best to leverage my expertise and experience to help people achieve and maintain health, particularly as it relates to endocrine/metabolic disorders. In order to accomplish this, I work with each of my patients to create a plan for evaluation (if needed) and treatment. I consider it a privilege to do what I do and to have people entrust their endocrine care to me. My goal is always to have a thoughtful dialogue and personalize each individual’s care to achieve their personal wellness goals.
Clinical Interest for Patients
I mainly focus on evaluation and management of dysglycemia, particularly type 1 and type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, other forms of diabetes, insulin resistance, nutrition, pre-diabetes, vitamin D deficiency, and thyroid dysfunction.
Title(s)
Program Director, CU Diabetes Fellowship Training Program, Director, Glucose Management Team, UCH, Clinician-Scientist, CPC Clinical Research
Credentials
Doctor of Medicine
Specialty
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Internal Medicine
Scheduling Phone Number
720-848-2650
Gender
Female
Languages
English, Mandarin
Hospital Affiliation
University of Colorado Hospital
Provider Information
Specialties
- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (2002,2012)
- Internal Medicine (2000)
Conditions
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Food, Nutrition and Metabolism
Weight Loss and Dieting , Obesity , Nutrition
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Endocrine System (Hormones)
Adult Type 2 Diabetes , Adult Type 1 Diabetes , Thyroid Disease
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Heart and Circulation
Heart Diseases - Prevention
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Wellness and Prevention
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Interests and Activities
Personal Interests
I love being outdoors - cycling, skiing, running, and hiking. I am an avid reader, and I enjoy everything related to food, travel, and music.
Department
Professor, Medicine-Endocrinology/Metabolism/Diabetes
Professional Memberships
American Association of Clinical Endocrinology, Vice Chair, Disease State Network Oversight Committee American College of Physicians (ACP), Fellow American Diabetes Association, Member The Endocrine Society, Committee Member
Research and Grants
Research Interests for Patients
I study how diabetes and cardiovascular disease interact to cause problems for people with diabetes, and how best to prevent it and take care of it. I also study high blood sugars due to diabetes or to stress in the hospital and how best to manage it while keeping people safe (such as avoiding blood sugars that are too low).
Education and Training
Medical Schools
MD, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (1996)
Undergraduate Schools
BA, Pomona College (1991)
Internships
University of Utah Medical Center Program (1997)
Residency Program
University of Utah Medical Center Program (2000)
Fellowships
University of Colorado (2003)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
720-848-2650
Referral Contact Fax
720-848-2653
Referring Patients Link
Clinical Interests for Referring Providers
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes and cardiovascular disease
- Insulin Resistance
- Pre-diabetes
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Nutrition
- Weight management
Research Interest for Referring Providers
• Diabetes (all types)
• Cardiovascular disease
• Inpatient diabetes and stress hyperglycemia