About
Dr. Nora Barsony earned her medical degree from Semmelweis University, College of Medicine in Budapest, Hungary. After graduating, she joined the Clinical Research Center at MIT as a visiting research fellow, contributing to a clinical study on childhood obesity. She then completed her internal medicine residency at Tucson Medical Center and her endocrinology fellowship at the VA and Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix. She holds double board certification in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism.
Originally from Budapest, Dr. Barsony has called Arizona home since 1997. Early in her career, she served patients at Marana Health Center, an underserved community clinic, and later worked as an attending physician at the University of Arizona Medical Center outpatient clinic at North Hills. She spent more than 12 years as an endocrinologist and diabetes specialist in private practice in Tucson through Arizona Community Physicians. She is passionate about thyroid conditions and challenging metabolic cases, particularly diabetes. Dr. Barsony tailors every treatment plan to the individual, integrating metabolic assessment, dietary guidance, and personalized exercise recommendations. Patients consistently describe her as a compassionate listener who addresses the full picture of their health.
Education & Training
Medical School
Semmelweis University, College of Medicine, Budapest, Hungary
Residency
Internal Medicine, Tucson Medical Center
Fellowship
Endocrinology, VA and Good Samaritan Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
Additional Training
Visiting research fellow, Clinical Research Center at MIT (childhood obesity clinical study)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Barsony right for?
Dr. Barsony is a strong fit for adults managing diabetes, thyroid conditions, or complex metabolic disorders. Patients with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes benefit from her deep specialty focus and hands-on treatment approach. She also serves patients navigating thyroid disease, including thyroid cancer diagnosis and monitoring. Anyone seeking an endocrinologist who addresses lifestyle factors alongside clinical management will find her approach thorough and practical.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Barsony specializes in endocrine diseases, with particular depth in diabetes, thyroid conditions, and metabolic disorders. She treats both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, thyroid cancer, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and obesity. Her practice covers the full range of endocrinology alongside primary care services.
Dr. Barsony tailors every plan to the individual patient's needs and lifestyle. Each plan includes a metabolic assessment, personalized dietary recommendations, and exercise guidance. She takes time to explain test results in full and works collaboratively with patients to find approaches that fit their lives.
Yes. Dr. Barsony holds double board certification in Internal Medicine and in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. She earned both certifications after completing her residency at Tucson Medical Center and her fellowship at the VA and Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix.
Dr. Barsony earned her medical degree from Semmelweis University, College of Medicine in Budapest, Hungary. She then worked as a visiting research fellow at MIT's Clinical Research Center. She completed her internal medicine residency at Tucson Medical Center and her endocrinology fellowship at the VA and Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dr. Barsony has practiced as an endocrinologist and diabetes specialist in Tucson for over 12 years through Arizona Community Physicians. Before entering private practice, she served patients at Marana Health Center and as an attending physician at the University of Arizona Medical Center outpatient clinic at North Hills.
Yes. Dr. Barsony makes herself available to members 24 hours a day, seven days a week by phone, text, or email. Patients have noted that she proactively reaches out to check on them outside of scheduled visits.
Dr. Barsony treats both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. She has particular experience with complex and long-standing diabetes cases. Her treatment approach pairs clinical management with lifestyle guidance, including dietary changes and exercise recommendations tailored to each patient.
Yes. Dr. Barsony evaluates and manages thyroid conditions including thyroid cancer. She performs thyroid biopsies and coordinates care for patients who need prompt evaluation. Patients have praised her responsiveness and thoroughness when facing a potential thyroid cancer diagnosis.
Doctor profile last updated March 26, 2026