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Alvin Matsumoto, MD, Endocrinology, Seattle, WA, UW Medicine/University of Washington Medical Center

AlvinM.MatsumotoMD

Endocrinology • Seattle, WA

Gonad Disorders & Reproductive, Osteoporosis & Bone Metabolism Medicine, Pituitary Disorders & Neuroendocrinology

Professor Emeritus, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; Clinical Investigator, Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center, VA Puget Sound Health Care System

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  • Office

    1660 S Columbian Way
    Va Puget Sound Health Care System (S-182-Grecc)
    Seattle, WA 98108
    Phone+1 206-764-2308
    Fax+1 206-764-2569
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Summary

  • Dr. Alvin M. Matsumoto is a retired academic endocrinologist in Seattle, WA. He is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Medicine, University of Washington and Clinical Investigator in the Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center, Veterans Affairs Puget Sound Health Care System. He received his medical degree from University of Washington School of Medicine and practiced for 45 years before retiring, but remains active in research and academic activities. He specializes in male reproductive disorders, osteoporosis & bone metabolism, pituitary disorders & neuroendocrinology and gerontology & geriatric medicine. He has more than 340 publications and over 24,400 citations.

Education & Training

  • University of Washington
    University of WashingtonFellowship, Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, 1979 - 1983
  • University of Washington
    University of WashingtonResidency, Internal Medicine, 1975 - 1979
  • University of Washington School of Medicine
    University of Washington School of MedicineClass of 1975

Certifications & Licensure

  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 1977 - 2025
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Regional Top Doctor Castle Connolly, 2014

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Large Divergence in Testosterone Concentrations Between Men and Women: Frame of Reference for Elite Athletes in Sex‐Specific Competition in Sports, a Narrative Review  
    Alvin M Matsumoto, Ronald S Swerdloff, Clinical Endocrinology
  • Contribution of Adrenal Glands to Intra-Tumor Androgens and Growth of Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer  
    Alvin M Matsumoto, Maria S Tretiakova, Lawrence True, Elahe A Mostaghel, Clinical Cancer Research

Lectures

  • Testosterone Therapy in Men with Hypogonadism: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline 
    ENDO 2018: 100th Endocrine Society Annual Meeting - Chicago, Illinios - 03/18/2018

Press Mentions

  • EUREKA! The Top Endocrine Discoveries of 2018
    EUREKA! The Top Endocrine Discoveries of 2018December 17th, 2018
  • Testosterone Therapy in Men with Hypogonadism: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
    Testosterone Therapy in Men with Hypogonadism: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice GuidelineMay 1st, 2018
  • Boost Your Testosterone | Need Testosterone Boost! - Can You Boost Low Testosterone Naturally?
    Boost Your Testosterone | Need Testosterone Boost! - Can You Boost Low Testosterone Naturally?May 4th, 2017
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Grant Support

  • Long Term Effects Of Finasteride In Patients With Benign Prostatic HyperplasiaNational Center For Research Resources1996–1997

Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Alvin Matsumoto, Dr. Alvin Matsumoto, MD, Dr. A Matsumoto, Dr. Alvin M. Matsumoto