Karen Elkind-Hirsch
M.Sc., Ph.D
Karen E. Elkind-Hirsch, M.Sc., Ph.D. is a senior clinical scientist at Dexcom and experienced clinical researcher specializing in diabetes, reproductive endocrinology, metabolic disorders, and women’s health. She has led and collaborated on numerous clinical studies focused on gestational diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome, obesity, insulin resistance, and continuous glucose monitoring. Dr. Elkind-Hirsch has held scientific leadership roles in academic, clinical, and industry settings, including Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge and Dexcom, and has authored extensive peer-reviewed publications and conference abstracts. Her work emphasizes evidence-based strategies to improve metabolic health and clinical outcomes in women across the reproductive life span.