Parathyroid Disease Awareness Group: Norman Parathyroid Center

Parathyroid Disease Awareness Group: Norman Parathyroid Center High blood calcium is caused by hyperparathyroidism, affecting 250,000 people per year in the US, 75% women, most over 40 years old. Let's educate and help!
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Patients with hyperparathyroidism gather, learn, educate, and support each other regarding the diagnosis and treatment of parathyroid disease and high calcium problems. The symptoms are many yet most doctors are not aware that small elevations of blood calcium can affect a person's health and well-being. People interested in parathyroid disease and those going through the often slow diagnostic maneuvers to exchange ideas and provide support to each other. High blood calcium is a slow killer, and a destroyer of happiness, yet it is easy to cure.

Patients with hyperparathyroidism from around the globe travel to have parathyroid surgery with the Norman Parathyroid C...
02/02/2026

Patients with hyperparathyroidism from around the globe travel to have parathyroid surgery with the Norman Parathyroid Center team at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa, Florida. For more than 25 years, we have been the #1 center for parathyroid surgery in the world--more than 15 times any other hospital.

Learn more and become our patient here: https://www.parathyroid.com/patient

Who is the "typical" parathyroid patient? The answer might surprise you. While hyperparathyroidism is three times more c...
01/30/2026

Who is the "typical" parathyroid patient? The answer might surprise you. While hyperparathyroidism is three times more common in women than in men, it is a mistake to think of it only as a disease for females or older individuals.

Here is what the data actually shows:

All Ages: People of every age can develop parathyroid disease.
Peak Frequency: It is most commonly diagnosed in patients in their 50s, 60s, and 70s.
A Rising Trend: We are seeing an increase in diagnoses among younger adults in their 30s and 40s.

No matter your age or concern, our team at the NormanParathyroidCenter is here to support you on your health journey.

🌟 Interesting Case of the Week with Dr. Luke WatkinsThis week’s case features a 29-year-old man referred to our team aft...
01/30/2026

🌟 Interesting Case of the Week with Dr. Luke Watkins

This week’s case features a 29-year-old man referred to our team after routine testing revealed significantly elevated calcium levels. He was experiencing fatigue, brain fog, irritability, and sleep disturbance—classic symptoms of hyperparathyroidism. His labs showed a calcium level of 12.2 and a markedly elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) level of 381.8.

Given his young age and severity of disease, surgery was recommended. Imaging on the day of surgery clearly identified a left upper parathyroid adenoma, which was successfully removed. His post-operative PTH level dropped to 17, confirming cure âś…

While most patients with parathyroid disease are diagnosed later in life, this condition can affect people at any age. Younger patients often have more severe symptoms and larger tumors. This case highlights the importance of paying attention to symptoms—and checking calcium levels early 👊

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Hyperparathyroidism affects far more than just calcium levels—it can impact your energy, mood, memory, bones, kidneys, h...
01/28/2026

Hyperparathyroidism affects far more than just calcium levels—it can impact your energy, mood, memory, bones, kidneys, heart, and overall quality of life. Many patients report feeling chronically tired, unwell, irritable, or mentally “foggy,” often alongside bone pain, insomnia, reflux, headaches, kidney stones, high blood pressure, or heart palpitations 🧠🦴

Most people living with parathyroid disease have multiple symptoms, even if they don’t recognize them at first. In fact, family members often notice subtle personality and energy changes long before a diagnosis is made. The good news is that hyperparathyroidism is curable, and many patients realize just how much it affected them only after successful treatment 💙

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Let’s talk about Hyperparathyroidism. 💡 This condition is almost always caused by a benign parathyroid tumor, known as a...
01/28/2026

Let’s talk about Hyperparathyroidism. 💡 This condition is almost always caused by a benign parathyroid tumor, known as an adenoma, that produces too much parathyroid hormone (PTH).

Why does this matter? Excess PTH pulls calcium from your bones and into your bloodstream. Over time, this elevated blood calcium can damage your bones, kidneys, and other tissues. Knowledge is the first step toward treatment!

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01/27/2026

We’re excited to invite you to another LIVE Q&A session with Dr. Jamie Mitchell on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026, at 3:00PM!

During this interactive discussion, Dr. Mitchell will answer common questions about the parathyroid glands and parathyroid disease, including symptoms patients often overlook, how the condition is diagnosed, when surgery is recommended, and what recovery typically looks like. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, have been searching for answers for years, or simply want reliable information straight from an expert, this live is designed to provide clarity and education.

You’re encouraged to submit questions during the live session. If you can’t attend in real time, feel free to leave your questions in the comments ahead of time, and we’ll do our best to address them. A full replay will also be available on our page for anyone who misses the live event.

Mark your calendar, share with anyone who may benefit, and join us for an informative and engaging conversation with one of the world’s leading parathyroid surgeons.

One Mission. Global Impact. The Hospital for Endocrine Surgery. In just four years, the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery h...
01/26/2026

One Mission. Global Impact. The Hospital for Endocrine Surgery.

In just four years, the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery has redefined what’s possible in parathyroid, thyroid, and adrenal care—uniting world-renowned expertise, record-breaking surgical volume, and a singular focus on patient outcomes. The Norman Parathyroid Center is proud to be a part of this mission to expand access and awareness.

Learn more about our specialized approach to endocrine surgery and what’s ahead at endocrinesurgery.org

Interesting Case of the Week with Dr. Luke Watkins 🩺🧠🦴This week’s case features a 56-year-old woman from Canada who had ...
01/23/2026

Interesting Case of the Week with Dr. Luke Watkins 🩺🧠🦴

This week’s case features a 56-year-old woman from Canada who had elevated calcium levels for more than five years. She was diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism based on high calcium and PTH levels and experienced symptoms including fatigue, insomnia, and brain fog. Further testing revealed kidney stones on imaging and severe bone loss, with a T-score of –4.5.

Initial ultrasound and nuclear medicine scans suggested a left upper parathyroid tumor. Due to long treatment delays in Canada, she sought care with our team. Imaging on the day of surgery again pointed to a left upper gland, but the ultrasound revealed that the finding was actually a benign thyroid nodule, while abnormal lower parathyroid glands were identified.

During surgery, two enlarged lower parathyroid glands were removed, and her PTH levels dropped appropriately, confirming a cure. She felt significantly better after surgery and was able to return home cured more than a year earlier than she would have if she had waited locally ✅✨.

This case highlights why imaging alone cannot be trusted in parathyroid disease and why evaluating all four glands is essential. Experience matters.

Learn more about the expert surgeons at the Norman Parathyroid Center:
https://www.parathyroid.com/surgeons

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