About
Dr. Michelle Haggar holds dual board certification in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and in Internal Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University in Massachusetts, then pursued her Endocrinology fellowship at Tulane University in Louisiana. She has practiced endocrinology in Louisiana since 2012, founding Northshore Endocrinology and Diabetes in Covington in 2023.
S. without family connections in the field. She pursued endocrinology for its intellectual depth and the opportunity to manage complex conditions over the long term. Her clinical interests span the full breadth of endocrine medicine, from all forms of diabetes and thyroid disease to rare pituitary, adrenal, and calcium metabolism disorders. She views each patient relationship as a genuine partnership. Outside medicine, she reads widely, enjoys culinary exploration, and travels with her husband and two sons.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine, Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University, Massachusetts
Fellowship
Endocrinology, Tulane University, Louisiana
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Haggar right for?
Dr. Haggar is a strong fit for adults managing complex or poorly controlled endocrine conditions. Patients with any form of diabetes, from Type 1 and Type 2 to rarer subtypes like LADA, MODY, or pancreatogenic diabetes, benefit from her depth of specialization. She also serves patients navigating thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, PCOS, menopause, obesity, and pituitary or adrenal conditions. Patients who want a physician to work through root causes, explain their diagnostic plan clearly, and collaborate on treatment decisions will find her approach a natural fit.
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Primary CareFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Haggar treats a broad range of endocrine conditions. Her clinical scope includes all types of diabetes, thyroid disorders such as Hashimoto's disease and Graves disease, osteoporosis, PCOS, menopause, adrenal insufficiency, Cushing's syndrome, pituitary tumors, and metabolic conditions including obesity and hyperlipidemia. She also provides pre- and post-operative care for bariatric surgery patients and offers transgender care.
Yes. Dr. Haggar holds board certification in both Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism and in Internal Medicine. She completed her Endocrinology fellowship at Tulane University in Louisiana after finishing her Internal Medicine residency at Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University in Massachusetts.
Dr. Haggar takes an evidence-based, collaborative approach. She emphasizes lifestyle and nutrition changes to minimize medication dependence where possible. She works with patients to build tailored action plans, treating each visit as part of an ongoing partnership toward shared health goals.
Yes. Dr. Haggar manages both insulin pump therapy and continuous glucose monitoring. These services are part of her comprehensive diabetes care for patients with Type 1, Type 2, and other forms of diabetes.
Dr. Haggar conducts a thorough initial evaluation that includes a complete medical history, a comprehensive physical examination, and appropriate diagnostic testing such as bloodwork or imaging. She uses this foundation to understand each patient's full clinical picture before developing a treatment plan.
Yes. Beyond common conditions like diabetes and hypothyroidism, Dr. Haggar diagnoses and manages rare disorders including acromegaly, prolactinomas, Cushing's syndrome, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Paget's disease of the bone, and diabetes insipidus, among others.
Dr. Haggar has opted out of Medicare. Medicare patients may still schedule appointments, but Medicare will not cover or reimburse fees paid to Dr. Haggar. New Medicare patients must sign a private contract acknowledging these terms before their first visit.
Yes. Dr. Haggar offers appointments by video and phone in addition to in-person visits. She prefers that new patients come in for their first visit in person. After that initial visit, patients may schedule follow-ups virtually or in the office.
Doctor profile last updated August 17, 2026