Weight & Metabolic Health
When weight and hormones interact, children can develop early metabolic changes that are very treatable when caught in time. Dr. Samuel Freedman helps families in Pembroke Pines address these concerns with a calm, practical, non-judgmental approach.
What we treat
- PMOS (formerly PCOS) in adolescents — irregular periods, acne, and excess hair growth (hirsutism)
- Insulin resistance and prediabetes
- Weight-related hormonal concerns affecting growth and puberty
Please note: this practice focuses on the endocrine and metabolic side of these conditions and does not manage type 1 diabetes.
Why early evaluation helps
Insulin resistance and prediabetes often have no obvious symptoms, yet they're the body's early warning signs — and they respond well to changes made early. In girls, PMOS can show up as irregular periods, acne, or excess hair growth, and is closely tied to insulin and hormone balance. Identifying these patterns early gives families the best chance to keep them from progressing.
Our approach
Dr. Freedman evaluates the whole picture — growth, puberty, family history, and targeted labs — and explains what the numbers mean in plain terms. Care emphasizes realistic, sustainable steps for the whole family, with medication considered only when it's genuinely helpful. The goal is steady progress and a normal hormonal balance, not pressure.
What is PMOS (formerly PCOS)?+
It's a common hormonal condition in adolescent girls that can cause irregular periods, acne, and excess hair growth, and is closely linked to insulin resistance. It's very manageable, especially when addressed early.
Can prediabetes in kids be reversed?+
Often the trajectory can be improved significantly with early, sustainable changes — which is exactly why early evaluation matters. We guide families through practical steps and monitor progress.
Do you treat type 1 diabetes?+
No — this practice focuses on growth, puberty, thyroid, and metabolic concerns such as insulin resistance and prediabetes, and does not manage type 1 diabetes.