Pituitary Center
At a Glance: Our Pituitary Center
The diagnosis of a pituitary tumor or disorder can set questions and concerns racing. Because pituitary tumors and the diseases they cause are rare, many people have no idea what to expect after diagnosis. What comes next—where do you or your loved one go from here?
At the Pituitary Center at Barrow Neurological Institute, you’ve arrived at the right place. Here, our specialists emphasize education and involvement to lay the groundwork for successful pituitary tumor and disorder treatment. And because our doctors and nurses treat more people with pituitary disorders than any other team in the Southwest, you can rest assured that you’ll be in very experienced hands.
Our pituitary experts treat all tumors, diseases, and neuro-endocrine disorders involving the pituitary gland, including but not limited to:
- Macro- and microadenomas
- Hypopituitarism
- Cushing’s Disease
- Gigantism and acromegaly
- Diabetes insipidus
Get up-to-speed on the pituitary gland and how it functions here.
To learn more about our team of pituitary experts or to request an appointment, please give us a call at (602) 406-7585.
The Barrow Difference
Mastering the Master Gland: The Most Experienced Center in the Southwest
Barrow Neurological Institute is the most experienced pituitary center in the Southwest. Year after year, no other hospital has performed more pituitary surgeries than we do. In fact, we performed six times as many pituitary procedures as any other hospital in Arizona in 2018.
What’s more, patients travel from around the country to come to our Center. Those who have surgery by an experienced surgeon have better outcomes than those who have a surgeon who’s only performed the surgery a handful of times per year. It’s not hyperbole when we say our Pituitary Center doctors and nurses have seen nearly every kind of pituitary tumor and disorder imaginable.
Not only are we a destination for receiving the most advanced pituitary treatment and care, Barrow is also a place where you or your loved one can help contribute to the scientific understanding and therapeutic research surrounding acromegaly, adenomas, gigantism, and other disorders that implicate the pituitary gland.
Certified Neuroscience Nurses
The experience of our staff doesn’t drop off outside of our neurosurgeons and neurologists. Every one of our nurses at our Pituitary Center are required to undergo rigorous training in the nuances and complexities of advanced neuroscience nursing practice. This guarantees that whenever you see a Barrow nurse at your bedside, you’ll know you’re receiving expert care.
Little known fact: Many of the surgical treatments and protocols used on patients at our Center were researched and developed on site and have, over time, spread to many other top hospitals around the world.
Proximity to Numerous Professionals
Many pituitary disorders can cause problems in your body far beyond the pituitary gland itself. Our Center’s location at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s—the largest hospital in Arizona—means that our patients also have access to a tremendous array of specialists. And because there’s a high level of medical diversity within minutes of our doors, odds are that you’ll be able to concentrate all of your care under one roof.
To learn more about our team of pituitary experts or to request an appointment, please give us a call at (602) 406-7585.
What We Treat
Acromegaly
Adrenal Insufficiency
Adrenal Tumor
Adult Growth Hormone Insufficiency
Amenorrhea-Galactorrhea Syndrome
Carotid Body Tumor
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Craniopharyngioma
Cushing's Disease
Diabetes Insipidus
Empty Sella Syndrome
Familial Isolated Pituitary Adenoma (FIPA)
Gigantism
Hyperaldosteronism
Hypophysitis
Hypopituitarism
Kallman's Syndrome
Meningioma
Non Functioning Pituitary Adenomas
Pheochromocytomas & Paragangliomas
Pituicytoma
Pituitary Apoplexy
Pituitary Macroadenoma
Pituitary Microadenoma
Pituitary Stalk Lesions
Pituitary Tumors
Post-Radiation Endocrinopathies
Prolactinoma
Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Tumor
"Dr. Yuen was able to quickly assess the situation and, over time, has literally given me my life back. He gave me back things that I hadn’t even realized that I was missing out on."
"When I went to Barrow and talked to Dr. Little, he made me feel at ease. He then explained the procedure to me which made me feel much better. It was going to be a less-invasive approach than I thought."
"Dr. Barranco’s skill, I think, speaks for itself. But the unsung heroes here are the four nurses I had in intensive care. They did more than just follow the doctor’s instructions; they also anticipated what I needed at times when I didn’t even know I needed it."
Tests, Treatments & Procedures
Cyberknife
Endoscopic Cranial Surgery
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Neurosurgery
Radiation Therapy & Radiosurgery
Skull Base Surgery
Transsphenoidal Surgery
Specialists
Location
Support & Wellness
Pituitary Center Fact Sheet
Pituitary New Patient Referral
Neuro-Endocrinology Clinic Map
Barrow Pituitary Patient Handbook
Barrow Pituitary Patient Handbook – Spanish
Recovery Guidelines for Pituitary Patients
About the Pituitary Gland
Pituitary Tumor Board
Professional Education
Pituitary Patient Education and Support Program
Videos
Dr. Little Explains Pituitary Tumors & Surgery
Get to Know Dr. Yuen
Get to Know Dr. Little
Michelle: Transsphenoidal Surgery for Acromegaly
'My Headache Came Back with a Vengeance'
Gideon: Keeping the Music Alive
Pituitary Surgery Keeps Race Car Driver in Fast Lane
Mark Johnson: How a Fall in North Dakota Landed Him in Phoenix
Ron Ball: Surgery and CyberKnife for a Pituitary Adenoma
Lifting Restrictions Following Pituitary Surgery
Restrictions Following Pituitary Surgery
Is it okay to cough or sneeze after pituitary surgery?
Are pituitary tumors hereditary?
The Importance of Fluid Restriction After Pituitary Surgery
Likelihood and Expectations of Improvement in Pituitary Hormones After Surgery
Expectations for Vision Improvement Following Pituitary Surgery
How long is pituitary surgery?
How long does it take to recover from pituitary surgery?
Is it safe to fly after pituitary surgery?
When to Return to Work after Pituitary Surgery
Nasal Care for Pituitary Surgery
Common Hormones Tested Before and After Pituitary Surgery
Hospital Stay Duration for Pituitary Surgery
Can a pituitary tumor return after it's been surgically removed?
Pain Management for Pituitary Surgery
Postoperative Care for Pituitary Surgery
Postoperative Follow-Up for Pituitary Surgery
When to Expect to Recover Sense of Smell After Pituitary Surgery
Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery Explained
Cushing's Syndrome and COVID-19
How to Perform Nasal Irrigation After Surgery
Surgery for Cushing's Disease
Current and Emerging Drug Therapies for Cushing Syndome
Removal of Pituitary Adenoma: Q&A
Removal of Pituitary Adenoma Leaving Tumor Pseudocapsule Intact
Minding What Matters Most
