John David Carmichael

Dr. John David Carmichael is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. He serves as Co-Chief of the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes and Vice Chair of the Department of Medicine for Clinical Operations and Strategy. Additionally, he is the Co-Director of the USC Pituitary Center, focusing on clinical care and research for pituitary disorders.

• Education: BA in Biomedical Ethics from Brown University, MD from Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia
• Training: Internal Medicine at Virginia Mason Medical Center, Endocrinology Fellowship at NYU, Translational Research at UCLA

His research spans over 20 years of clinical trials in pituitary disorders like acromegaly, Cushing’s disease, and prolactinomas. He integrates clinical outcomes with advanced imaging (7T MRI) and molecular studies (e.g., MAX protein regulation), emphasizing surgical techniques, medical therapies, and predictive modeling for recurrence.

Notable awards include the NIH Loan Repayment Program (2009-2013) and NIH Clinical Research Feasibility Funds (2008-2009). He leads education initiatives for medical students, residents, and fellows at USC and contributes to clinical guidelines via the Endocrine Society.