Dr. Mia PingulMD

Pediatrics

at Peds Endo Global — Richmond, VA

About

Dr. Mia Pingul is a double board-certified pediatric endocrinologist with two decades of experience caring for children across the United States. She trained in both pediatrics and endocrinology, earning dual board certification before dedicating her career entirely to hormonal and growth concerns in children and adolescents. After twenty years as an employed physician, she founded Peds Endo Global to build a practice centered entirely on her patients.

Dr. Pingul treats a wide range of conditions, including Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, thyroid disorders, precocious and delayed puberty, growth hormone deficiency, PCOS, adrenal and pituitary disorders, obesity, and hypoglycemia. Her Philippine heritage shapes her clinical philosophy, which she describes as holistic yet disciplined. She blends evidence-based medicine with integrative modalities such as acupuncture and therapeutic nutrition. She believes treating the whole person, not just the symptoms, produces the best outcomes. Patients and families consistently describe her as thorough, patient, and genuinely child-centered.

Education & Training

Pediatric Endocrinology

Certifications

Double board-certified pediatric endocrinologist

Conditions Treated

growth hormone deficiencyhypothyroidismhyperthyroidismHashimoto thyroiditisprecocious pubertydelayed pubertyobesityPCOSirregular periodsadrenal gland disorderspituitary disordersType 1 diabetesType 2 diabeteshypoglycemiashort staturetall stature

Who is Dr. Pingul right for?

Dr. Pingul is a strong fit for children and adolescents with hormonal or growth concerns. Families dealing with diabetes, thyroid conditions, puberty disorders, or growth issues benefit most from her specialized focus. She works well with children who need thorough, unhurried evaluations. Her integrative approach suits families seeking evidence-based care that also considers the whole child. She also sees patients seeking second opinions or prompt consultations while awaiting other specialist appointments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Pingul specializes in the full range of pediatric endocrine conditions. These include Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto thyroiditis, precocious puberty, delayed puberty, growth hormone deficiency, short and tall stature, obesity, PCOS, irregular periods, hypoglycemia, and adrenal and pituitary disorders.

Yes. Dr. Pingul holds double board certification in both pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology. She brings more than twenty years of clinical experience to her work with children and adolescents.

Dr. Pingul follows a philosophy she describes as holistic yet disciplined. She uses proven diagnostics and individualized treatment plans. She also incorporates integrative modalities including acupuncture and therapeutic nutrition. She avoids non-standard testing and over-the-counter supplements that lack strong clinical evidence.

Yes. Dr. Pingul diagnoses and manages both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in pediatric patients. She provides education for families to help them understand the differences and navigate treatment options for each condition.

Yes. Dr. Pingul evaluates children for growth hormone deficiency and discusses the benefits and considerations of growth hormone therapy during the consultation. She works with families to develop a personalized plan based on each child's specific needs.

Dr. Pingul draws on her Philippine heritage to blend Eastern and Western medical perspectives. She believes Western medicine treats the part while Eastern medicine balances the whole. This informs her attention to root causes, not just lab values or isolated symptoms. Patient families describe her as communicating directly with both parent and child at every visit.

Dr. Pingul sees patients from infancy through late adolescence and into early adulthood. She has particular experience with conditions that emerge during puberty and adolescence, including PCOS, irregular periods, and puberty disorders.

Dr. Pingul has spent approximately twenty years caring for children with hormonal and growth concerns. She worked as an employed physician for two decades before founding Peds Endo Global to deliver more personalized, relationship-centered care.

Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026