Paul Spencer Hiers, MD

Brazilian Pediatrician

Dr. Paul Spencer Hiers is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Gainesville, Florida, with a clinical focus on type 1 diabetes, pediatric endocrine disorders, growth concerns, and hormone-related conditions affecting children and adolescents. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his pediatric residency and pediatric endocrinology fellowship at the University of Florida, where he now serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor within the Department of Pediatrics and practices through UF Health Pediatric Endocrinology.

Dr. Hiers combines clinical care, academic medicine, and deep personal commitment to diabetes care. He has publicly shared that his own diagnosis of type 1 diabetes at age 18, along with his family’s experience with the disease, helped shape his decision to focus his career on caring for children and adolescents with diabetes. His clinical and research interests include improving type 1 diabetes care and reducing the burden of disease for patients and families through emerging technologies such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and closed-loop insulin pump systems. He has also been actively involved in Florida diabetes camps for more than 15 years, serving in roles that include counselor, medical staff, board member, and medical director.

Pediatric endocrinology plays a central role in the diagnosis and long-term management of conditions involving growth, puberty, metabolism, thyroid function, obesity, and childhood diabetes. For families in Florida seeking specialized endocrine care for children, Dr. Hiers offers the combination of academic expertise, clinical experience, and a strong commitment to improving life with type 1 diabetes through both compassionate care and advanced medical technology.

Areas Commonly Associated with Pediatrics

• Child Wellness Exams
• Preventive Pediatric Care
• Growth and Development Monitoring
• Childhood Immunizations
• School and Sports Physicals
• Acute Childhood Illnesses
• Adolescent Health
• Family Health Education

Accepted Insurance Providers: Florida Blue

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