
Amir Hamrahian, MD
Endocrinology
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Amir Hamrahian
Professional Titles
- Medical Director of the Comprehensive Adrenal Center
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Medicine
Background
Amir Hamrahian, M.D. is an endocrinologist with specialized experience in the treatment of adrenal and pituitary disorders. Dr. Hamrahian is located in Baltimore, Maryland.
He received his medical degree from Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey, did his internal medicine residency at the University of North Dakota and completed his endocrinology fellowship at the Case Western Reserve University.
Dr. Hamrahian is an Associate Professor of Medicine and has published more than 80 peer-reviewed articles, and has served as a co-author in developing guidelines for adrenal and pituitary disorders. He has presented at national and international conferences and has served as the principal investigator for a number of clinical research studies.
Accolades received include Teacher of The Year award and Human Subject Research Annual Professional Excellence award in 2003 and 2011, respectively. Dr. Hamrahian has held roles including the chief of endocrinology in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Hamrahian is a co-director of the Adrenal Center.
Centers and Institutes
Selected Publications
Choudhary C, Hamrahian AH, Bena JF, Recinos P, Kennedy L, Dobri G. The Effect of Raloxifene on Serum Prolactin Level in Patients with Prolactinoma. Endocr Pract. 2019 Jul;25(7):684-688.
Dobri G, Niwattisaiwong S, Bena JF, Gupta M, Kirwan J, Kennedy L, Hamrahian AH. Is GH nadir during OGTT a reliable test for diagnosis of acromegaly in patients with abnormal glucose metabolism? Endocrine. 2019 Apr;64(1):139-146
Johnston PC, Kennedy L, Hamrahian AH, Sandouk Z, Bena J, Hatipoglu B, Weil RJ. Surgical outcomes in patients with Cushing’s disease. Pituitary 2017;20:430-440
Peechakara S, Bena J, Clarke NJ, McPhaul MJ, Reitz RE, Weil RJ, Recinos P, Kennedy L, Hamrahian AH. Total and free cortisol levels during 1 μg, 25 μg, and 250 μg cosyntropin stimulation tests compared to insulin tolerance test: results of a randomized, prospective, pilot study. Endocrine 2017;57;388-393.
Polanco Santos C, Sandouk Z, Yogi-Morren D, Prayson R, Recinos P, Kennedy L, Hamrahian AH, Pantalone KM. TSH- staining pituitary adenomas: rare, silent and plurihormonal. Endocr Pract. 2018 Jun;24(6):580-588.
Sandouk Z, Johnston P, Bunch D, Wang S, Bena J, Hamrahian AH, Kennedy L. Variability of late-night salivary cortisol in Cushing disease: a prospective study. J Clin Endocrinol Metab 2018;103:983-990.
Lectures & Presentations
- Adrenal Insufficiency in Critically Ill Patients, Speaker, Emirates Diabetes and Endocrine Congress, Dubai, UAE, 3/1/18
- Diagnosis of Adrenal Insufficiency in Critically Ill Patients, Speaker, Endocrine Society Symposium, Glucocorticoid Levels in Stress: Regulation, Assessment and Optimal Level, Chicago, IL, 3/19/18
- Pitfalls in Performing and Interpreting Inferior Petrosal Sinus Sampling, Speaker, UConn Health Endocrinology Grand Rounds, Farmington CT, 10/30/18
- Posterior Pituitary Disorders in Children and Adults, Speaker, 5th Regional Meetng of AACE International Chapters, Turin, Italy, 4/7/19
- Posterior Pituitary Disorders in Children and Adults, Speaker, 18th International Congress of Endocrinology, Cape Town, South Africa, 12/2/18
- The year in Adrenal Disease, Speaker, 5th Regional Meetng of AACE International Chapters, Turin, Italy, 4/8/19
Memberships
- Member, Endocrine society, 2000-Present
- Member, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologist, 2000-Present
- Member, Pituitary society, 2000-Present
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10751 Falls Road, Falls Concourse STE 412, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-955-9270
- fax: 410-367-2042
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 115, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-955-9441
- fax: 410-616-7231
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 7, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-9270
- fax: 410-367-2042
Expertise
Education
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Fellowship, Endocrinology, 2000UND School of Medicine
Residency, Internal Medicine, 1997Shafa Yahyaian Hospital
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1994Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1991Board Certifications
Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism
American Board of Internal Medicine, 2000Internal Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine, 1997Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
168 ratings, 55 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
DR Hamrahian Great doctor. Takes time to review all of my tests results and explain and answer my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Doctor is very friendly, knowledgeable about my health status, showed concern.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
The best doctor I ever encountered.saved my life three years ago.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Incredible!! Listened, very smart
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
They worked with me to get in as soon as possible, plus get me a video appt to save me a two-hour commute. They were also very helpful in following up with an awful pharmacy that bungled my prescription.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
GREAT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Very kind. Took his time. Gave good information. He made sure I understood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
Dr. Hamrahian was very knowledgeable about my condition. He explained the tests and interpretation of the test that were used to make my diagnosis. He explained the reasons why he recommended surgery for me. This was exactly what I was looking for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
He is thorough and has a good sense of humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2024
My doctor was very intelligent and clearly explained my condition and answered all my questions in a patient manner. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Dr. Amir H. Hamrahian was just wonderful. He answered all my son's and my questions honestly and thoroughly. He put our minds at ease when he explained regarding my pre-diabetes and my left renal gland tumor. Dr. Hamrahian ordered the glucose meter for me and suggested that I monitor my glucose level.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
Excellent informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Dr. Hamrahian is absolutely an amazing doctor. He makes sure that all my doctors are sharing information for my health . He is kind and very good at what he does. He is precise and through with my care . Great to have the right people in this caring profession. He is very nice and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Dr. Hamrahian and Dr. [ ] were attentive and knowledgeable. I felt I was in good hands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
He was very nice and explained to me what was going on
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Is was exellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Video call was good Doctor had to call me I forgot the appointment sound issue was on my end I fixed it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Very intelligent, knowledgeable and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Dr. Hamrahian is a very talented, thorough, and kind specialist. I know that he is doing his best to diagnose my condition and provide the best treatment possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Dr. Hamrahian is one of the most attentive and helpful doctors that I see. His advice is always helpful and considerate of my unique condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Dr Hamrahian is a very smart, thorough and caring Endocrinologist. I am very grateful for his wisdom and guidance.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2024
Dr. Hamrahian is an excellent endocrinologist and I am very fortunate to have him following and treating my medical condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr Hamrahian spends a lot of time with me during my appointment! He's a great listener and he's extremely knowledgeable in my case!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
First visit. I wanted a second opinion about my condition. I was treated well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
I met with this doctor for the first time and he was excellent. He listened, was patient, ordered appropriate additional labs, and was open to discussing all treatment options without pushing me in a certain direction. He is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
I trust my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
I really feel lucky to have him as my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Very attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
He made sure I understood what he wanted me to do for following visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Excellent, I drive almost 2 hrs. To see Dr. Hamrahian. He makes me feel like I'm his best patient. He is very clear on his directions and what I need to do. I drive all this way for the best endocrinologist there is.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Dr. Hamrahian is Amazing !! I have been seeing home for 3 years and he is such a wonderful caring doctor who goes beyond the call of duty . John Hopkins is lucky to have such an awesome Doctor. He has been very very helpful in every aspect . It's his personality & morals & values that make him an amazing Doctor who also is an expert in his field .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Very astute and good listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Brilliant, immense experience, thoughtful, wise, kind, can see the big picture and all the parts. He ordered tests and let me know I needed to see an ENT doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
An excellent physician that is willing to listen and talk through options, answer questions, and support a mutually agreed treatment plan. Top 2 Doctors I've ever experienced!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Very intelligent!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
Great bedside manner, very knowledgeable and made me feel that he is going to work hard to figure out my diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
He took time to understand what is going on, to review my records, and to listen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
He is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Dr. H is one of a kind! Absolutely best. He is so thorough and made me feel like a priority and that he wanted to ensure my safety.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Considerate. Concerning Asked about me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
The provider was very friendly, knowledgeable and I felt very comfortable with him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Very thorough and explained everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Been my doctor for a long time. He is very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
He is a fantastic, caring physician. Simply the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Extremely knowledgeable and excellent bed side manner. Clearly explained medications and possible causes of medical concerns. Clear explanation of medical plan moving forward. Listened to my concerns and questions, exceptional dialogue about my medical care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Very thorough exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
The doctor told me to talk with my PCP about my diabetes, starting insulin and glucose meter. My PCP felt that the endocrinologist should have made that decision. Because he is the expert with diabetes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
I find the doctor to be very concerned about trying to help me with my medications and making me feel better and cares for my well being. Am waiting to hear about blood test results which he is usually very prompt on
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
All went well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
The visit was very good I have no complaints about my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Trys to make sure I understand what is needed from me to care for myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
Smart, engaging, thorough, professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr. Amir is an amazing doctor and a good man.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2024
Dr Hamrahian is excellent and honest.