Parathyroid Disease Awareness Group: Norman Parathyroid Center

12/09/2025

We’re thrilled to invite you to another LIVE Q&A session with Dr. Jamie Mitchell on Monday, December 9th, from 3:00–3:30 PM ET.

During this interactive event, Dr. Mitchell will discuss everything you’ve wanted to know about the parathyroid glands and parathyroid disease—including common symptoms, how the condition is diagnosed, when surgery is needed, and what patients can expect during recovery. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, searching for answers, or simply want to learn more, this session is designed to give you clear, accurate information directly from one of the world’s leading parathyroid experts.

You’ll be able to submit questions live, but if you can’t join us in real time, feel free to drop your questions in the comments ahead of time—we’ll do our best to include them during the Q&A. And if you miss the event, a full replay will remain available on our page so you can watch at your convenience.

Mark your calendar, share with friends or family who may benefit, and join us for an educational and engaging conversation!

12/08/2025

Patients with hyperparathyroidism from around the globe travel to have parathyroid surgery with the Norman Parathyroid Center team at the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery in Tampa, Florida. For more than 25 years, we have been the #1 center for parathyroid surgery in the world--more than 15 times any other hospital.

Learn more and become our patient here: https://www.parathyroid.com/patient

12/05/2025

Interesting Case of the Week: Mistaken Identity with Dr. Kevin Parrack

Today’s interesting case involves a patient who began experiencing pressure in her neck during workouts, prompting her doctor to order a CT scan. The imaging revealed a large neck mass—but its identity wasn’t clear.

Fortunately, her primary care physician dug deeper and discovered that her calcium and PTH levels were both elevated. Even though the mass didn’t resemble a typical parathyroid adenoma, she was referred to us for expert evaluation of possible parathyroid disease.

During surgery, Dr. Parrack uncovered and removed an unusually large parathyroid tumor. For perspective: a normal parathyroid gland is about the size of a grain of rice, and most tumors we remove measure roughly 1 cm. This patient’s tumor was over 4 cm—a dramatic and rare finding.

🎥 Watch the full video to follow her case, see live surgical footage, and hear how she’s doing now: https://youtu.be/5CEc3phFh5A

If you suspect parathyroid disease or want an expert evaluation, we’re here to help. Become our patient here: https://www.parathyroid.com/patient

Today's patient was experiencing pressure in her neck and underwent a CT scan. A large mass was found in the neck, though it was unclear exactly what it was....

12/03/2025

Did You Know 🔍🩺

Most people never find out what type of kidney stone they had, but nearly 95% of all stones are calcium stones. That matters because many calcium stones are caused by an overactive parathyroid gland, a treatable condition that often goes undiagnosed.

Even if your stone was never caught or analyzed, there’s a strong chance it was calcium-based. That’s why anyone with a history of kidney stones should have their calcium and PTH levels checked. A simple blood test can reveal whether hyperparathyroidism is the reason you’re forming stones — and addressing it can stop them from coming back.

Learn more here: https://www.parathyroid.com/kidney-stones.htm

11/28/2025

Interesting Case of the Week with Dr. Luke Watkins ✨🦋

This week’s case features a 61-year-old woman who relocated from Ukraine to Tampa. Routine blood work shortly after arriving showed a calcium of 11.4 and an elevated PTH, confirming parathyroid disease. She was also diagnosed with osteoporosis—one of the common effects of long-standing hyperparathyroidism. 🔍

Her initial ultrasound noted a tiny thyroid nodule and a small lateral neck lesion, but no parathyroid glands were visible, which is very typical. After reviewing her diagnosis and treatment options with us, she decided to move forward with surgery.

Day-of-surgery imaging told the full story: her nuclear scan strongly suggested a right upper adenoma, and our high-resolution ultrasound confirmed a large tumor deep behind the thyroid.

During surgery, we found two normal glands, the large right upper adenoma seen on imaging, and a second, smaller, abnormal left upper gland that imaging had missed. Removing both cured her disease, and her PTH dropped beautifully in the operating room. She recovered smoothly and without complications. 🌟

This case reinforces key points: parathyroid tumors are frequently missed on imaging, a second abnormal gland can easily be overlooked, and lasting cure comes from surgeons who examine all four glands every time. And in a fortunate twist, her move brought her right to the world’s leading parathyroid experts. 💙

Become our patient: https://www.parathyroid.com/patient

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we are especially grateful for the trust our patients place in us and the privilege of helping restore health through expert endocrine surgery. Thank you for allowing our team to be part of your care journey. Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday filled with gratitude, peace, and joy. 🦃🍂

11/26/2025

Experience matters—especially when it comes to parathyroid surgery! 🩺✨

High-volume, expert surgeons tend to have complication rates far below 1%, including both voice nerve injury and permanent hypoparathyroidism. In contrast, surgeons who perform this surgery infrequently can have complication rates as high as 3–5%, putting patients at greater risk for serious, life-altering issues.

💛 Choosing a surgeon with extensive experience is the single most important factor in protecting your voice and long-term calcium health.

Learn more about parathyroid surgery risks and how a surgeon's experience makes a difference here: https://www.parathyroid.com/MIRP-Surgery.htm

11/21/2025

Interesting Case of the Week | Norman Parathyroid Center

This week’s case features a 54-year-old woman who endured elevated calcium levels, recurrent kidney stones, and a wide range of symptoms—fatigue, sleep issues, headaches, palpitations, heartburn, irritability, and difficulty concentrating—for more than five years. Her recent labs showed a calcium of 11.5 and a PTH of 105.5, clearly confirming parathyroid disease 📊.

After years of suffering, she was finally referred to an endocrinologist, who confirmed the diagnosis and sent her to us for definitive care. We reviewed her labs, symptoms, and the ongoing effects of untreated hyperparathyroidism and recommended curative surgery 🏥.

Her nuclear medicine scan identified a likely left upper parathyroid adenoma, which we confirmed and removed during surgery. Her postoperative PTH dropped to 23, providing immediate biochemical cure ✔️.

Unfortunately, many patients experience similar delays because high calcium levels are overlooked or “watched,” and the connection to symptoms or kidney issues is missed. A straightforward surgery can cure this disease and prevent years of unnecessary suffering 💡.

Don’t wait to feel better. Have your case evaluated by true experts: https://www.parathyroid.com/patient