Tiredness that sleep doesn't fix. Feeling cold when no one else is. Weight that creeps up for no reason. An underactive thyroid can show up as a dozen vague symptoms — and because they're vague, too many people are told everything is "normal" when it isn't quite.
Thyroid care is one of the core things we do. We test carefully, treat precisely, and keep adjusting until you actually feel like yourself.
Getting the diagnosis — and the dose — right
Diagnosing hypothyroidism is straightforward; treating it well takes more attention. The right medication dose is personal, and it changes with weight, age, pregnancy, and other medications. We check the right labs, interpret them alongside your symptoms rather than in isolation, and fine-tune your dose over time. If your thyroid levels are "in range" but you still don't feel right, that's a conversation we take seriously.
Hashimoto’s and beyond
The most common cause of an underactive thyroid is Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition we diagnose and manage routinely. Whatever the cause, most hypothyroidism is very treatable — the goal isn't just normal labs, it's feeling well.
Why patients choose Ohio Endocrinology
We're not generalists. Hormones and metabolism are all we do — and it shows in how visits feel.
Specialists, not generalists
Led by Dr. Vikram Kumar, MD, FACE — practicing endocrinology since 1993, Division Chief of Endocrinology at Fairview Hospital (Cleveland Clinic) and Chief of Medicine at University Hospital Elyria.
Answers at the visit
A1C tested in-house with results while you're in the room, plans adjusted the same day, and everything explained in plain language — no phone tag.
Care that fits your life
Two offices — Elyria and Westlake — plus secure televisits anywhere in Ohio. Request an appointment online and we'll call you within one business day.
Common questions
What are common symptoms of hypothyroidism?
My TSH is normal but I still feel awful. Is it worth a visit?
Will I be on thyroid medication forever?
Can you manage my thyroid during pregnancy?
What our patients say
Real feedback from patients across Northern Ohio.
My experience with the office was a great one. There was no wait for my appointment and the physician assistant was very thorough and friendly. They are awesome and I love that I can do televisits anytime!
Dr. Kumar and his PA, Nam, are an awesome team! Together the two of them got my blood sugars on track!
They saved my life as far as I’m concerned. By adjusting my medication and explaining everything, I feel better than I have in years about my diabetes.
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This page offers general health information and isn't a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For guidance about your own health, please schedule a visit. If you're experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.