Dr. Anca PamfilMD

Dr. Pamfil treats a broad range of pediatric endocrine conditions. These include thyroid disorders such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis and congenital hypothyroidism, early and delayed puberty, growth hormone deficiency, short and tall stature, PCOS, menstrual disorders, diabetes evaluation, insulin resistance, pediatric obesity, and vitamin D deficiency. She also evaluates concerns related to endocrine disruptor exposure.

Yes, Dr. Pamfil holds board certification in three areas: general pediatrics, pediatric endocrinology, and obesity medicine. She earned her obesity medicine certification through the American Board of Obesity Medicine. This combination of credentials allows her to address hormonal, growth, and weight-related concerns from an integrated clinical perspective.

Dr. Pamfil graduated magna cum laude from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Romania in 2007. She completed her pediatric residency at NYU/Woodhull Hospital in New York and her fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital in Houston. She also conducted pediatric obesity research at the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center during her fellowship.

Dr. Pamfil is fluent in English, Spanish, and Romanian. She is also proficient in French. Families who prefer to communicate in Spanish or Romanian can do so comfortably during their visits.

Dr. Pamfil takes a holistic, evidence-based approach to pediatric endocrine care. She combines medical interventions with nutritional guidance, targeted supplementation, and attention to psychological wellbeing. She prioritizes preventive care and lifestyle strategies alongside any necessary medical treatment. Every visit allows time for all questions and concerns to be fully addressed.

Yes, pediatric obesity and medically supervised weight management are core parts of Dr. Pamfil's clinical focus. She conducted obesity research during her fellowship at the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center and holds board certification in obesity medicine. Her approach integrates medical nutrition therapy, lifestyle guidance, and hormonal evaluation when relevant.

Dr. Pamfil sees patients from infancy through adolescence. She has experience across the full pediatric age spectrum and tailors her communication style and care approach to the child's developmental stage and the family's needs.

Yes, Dr. Pamfil is herself an endocrine patient. She also has a young child, which gives her direct perspective on the stress families experience when navigating specialist care. This personal context informs how she communicates with patients and parents during visits.