Darius A. Schneider MD, PhD
About Darius A. Schneider MD, PhD
Darius A. Schneider MD, PhD, is an Attending Physician and President at EndoTrials - Clinical Research Center and Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists, with extensive experience in endocrinology and a diverse educational background.
Professional Roles at EndoTrials Clinical Research Center
Darius A. Schneider, MD, PhD, currently serves as the President of EndoTrials Clinical Research Center in La Mesa, California. In this leadership role, he focuses on advancing clinical research in the field of endocrinology. His extensive background in this medical specialty, combined with his research expertise, positions him to contribute significantly to the clinical trials and studies conducted at the center.
Founder and President of Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists
Darius A. Schneider, MD, PhD, is the Founder and President of Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists, based in La Jolla, California. This medical group focuses on providing specialized care for diabetes and endocrine disorders. His leadership and vision for the organization are rooted in his deep understanding and experience in the field of endocrinology, aiming to offer high-quality, patient-centered care.
Current Clinical and Advisory Positions
Dr. Schneider holds multiple roles in various organizations, including acting as a Utilization Expert and Independent Medical Examiner (IME) at Dane Street, and serving as an Attending Physician at Scripps Health. Additionally, he contributes his expertise to Medscape as an Expert Critique and to the Endocrine Society as an Expert Reviewer. These roles demonstrate his commitment to both clinical practice and scientific contributions.
Education and Research Background
Dr. Schneider has a comprehensive educational background. He earned postgraduate degrees in Immunology from the Pacific Northwest Diabetes Research Institute and in Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Nutrition from the University of Washington. He also completed Internal Medicine Residency Programs at both UC San Diego and Heidelberg University. Further, his academic credentials include research doctorates from Uppsala University and Justus Liebig University Giessen, specializing in fields such as vascular biology and endocrinology.
Previous Academic and Clinical Experience
Before his current roles, Dr. Schneider worked as an Endocrinologist at Diabetes Endocrine Associates and as an Attending Physician at the University of Washington Medical Center. He also served as an Acting Instructor at the University of Washington - School of Medicine. His earlier research experience includes a three-year tenure as a Senior Research Fellow at the Pacific Northwest Research Institute. These positions have provided him with a robust foundation in both teaching and clinical practice.