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Maria Fleseriu, M.D., F.A.C.E.

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  • Professor and Director OHSU Pituitary Center
  • Professor of Neurological Surgery, School of Medicine
  • Professor of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Clinical Nutrition, School of Medicine

Expertise

Special focus

  • Endocrinology and Diabetes

Locations and contact

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About me

Dr. Maria Fleseriu is a neuroendocrinologist who cares for adult patients with a range of pituitary disorders, including acromegaly, Cushing disease/syndrome, growth hormone deficiency, prolactinoma and Rathke’s cleft cyst.

She is an internationally renowned expert on pituitary and adrenal disorders and has conducted many clinical trials. Dr. Fleseriu has also published over 250 articles in prestigious medical journals, including major guidelines for Cushing’s disease, acromegaly and hypopituitarism.

 Dr. Fleseriu works closely with patients, families and primary care providers to:

  • Provide care founded on evidence-based medicine and research
  • Respect their values, preferences and needs
  • Share information and education
  • Develop a tailored, comprehensive care plan
  • Ensure continuity of care as patients move to local providers

Dr. Fleseriu finds clinical research rewarding, as it can be directly applied to patients. She also learns from her patients and conducts studies based on their diagnoses and symptoms.

Outside of work, Dr. Fleseriu loves spending time with her family, traveling, hiking and taking long walks with her dog.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1993, The University of Medicine and Pharmacy of Timisoara

  • Residency

    • Internal medicine, University Hospital Sibiu, Romania
    • Case Western Reserve University, Internal Medicine

  • Fellowship

    • Endocrinology, University Hospital Sibiu and National Institute of Endocrinology, Romania
    • Cleveland Clinic, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

  • Certifications

    • Board Certified in endocrinology
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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (148 Ratings, 53 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized NRC patient surveys.

  1. She seemed knowledgeable about the problem and had a clear plan going forward.

  2. Very knowledgeable, know my history well. Involves me in decision making.

  3. I thought my experience was very informative and to the point. And I think it answered every question that I wanted and I was happy to have talked to the endocrinologist. Thank you very much.

  4. Pleasant and to the point.

  5. Excellent, friendly, and informative care.

  6. She was a delight to see. She was friendly and caring and explained clearly what is needed and was very reassuring.

  7. so informative, intelligent, respectful, friendly, and caring. I feel like I can fully entrust my care to her.

  8. She was very thorough and answered all of my questions.

  9. Everyone work together to help me. And all the doctors and staffs are friendly!

  10. She was very excited to help

  11. Dr. Fleseriu actively listens to me, works with me as a team member of my healthcare, and has been vital to my health and wellbeing for the past few years. She literally saved my life and has helped me get back to where I want to be physically. She is straightforward and tells me how things are, which is SO important to me.

  12. I'm extremely impressed by her. She's patient and understanding and very kind. She explains things clearly and then lets me make my decision on what to do. She's just absolutely wonderful. Thank you.

  13. She is the best. Always so nice, caring, and helpful!

  14. She knows her stuff and always has a plan of action.

  15. She was very kind, knowledgeable, and thorough. It was my first appointment with her. In hopeful that she will help figure out my medical issues. She came highly recommended by my endocrinologist.

  16. I feel that all the doctors have been very thorough and done, they exceeded their, and been very respectful. They exceeded their, I can't remember the word, but yeah.

  17. Dr. Fleseriu is a kind, pleasant, respectful, and knowledgeable doctor who gave detailed information to my questions while thoroughly explaining any concerns and/or confusion I may have had regarding my medical issues. She, also, thoroughly went over my records during my visit. I did not feel rushed during my appointment, either. I had a wonderful experience with Dr. Fleseriu.

  18. Very friendly and informative. They answered all questions in a manner that is easy to understand. They don't seem in a rush to get you out of there. They make you feel like they care about you. Everyone involved in my visit was a pleasure to be around. Also, a very clean environment.

  19. Excellentl

  20. Very kind in everything, thank you.

  21. Explained things very well.

  22. Dr. Fleseriu was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. I appreciated that she explained to me what she thought and why she asked the questions she had. Her caring demeanor felt very genuine.

  23. Dr. Fleseriu is the best. She really cares about you and answers any questions you have. She is also not uptight, her infectious laughter can really put you at ease, even when talking about serious stuff. I recommend her and OHSU highly.

  24. It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Fleseriu. I felt she really listened to my concerns, and I trust I am in good care with Dr. Fleseriu.

  25. Great visit. Very friendly, professional care. Highly recommend.

  26. Dr. Fleseriu is always engaging, has taken the time to review my case before walking into the room and picks up with conversation and care from where we left off a year earlier. I see Dr. F and her team once a year and I am consistently amazed at their professionalism, expertise, and efficiency. I feel seen, heard, and a partner in my care.

  27. She was very informative and could clearly explain everything I needed to know. I was very comfortable with the treatment proposed. She is very kind and personable.

  28. My family and I enjoy Dr Fleseriu very much. Very easy to talk to, answered all of our questions. I highly recommend her .

  29. I feel very lucky to have her as my doctor. She appears to know every possible detail about this rare disease, and how my quality of life is affected by it. She is caring and kind, asks me about my family as well as how this condition affects me. We have a good treatment and lifestyle plan in place, and a plan for if things change, so even though I have to live with a rare condition, I know I am doing the best that I can. I am grateful for her excellent care! And the nurses that work with her are also very caring and kind. Thank you!

  30. She is always very nice and professional. Extremely knowledgeable and caring, a great doctor.

  31. Explains Med issues well and offers choices

  32. Very knowledgeable, direct and honest communication. Always has time for questions.

  33. The provider was very good about asking questions, listening carefully to my answers, finding small details, and suggesting next steps in a clear/concise manner.She was also very friendly.

  34. She went over my information and she had questions, reviewed areas I needed to work on.

  35. --Great listener--All questions answered--Agreed to coordinate hormone blood tests with those required by non-OHSU Primary medical provider