• Brandeis University in Waltham MA, BS: Major in Neuroscience and Health: Science, Society, Policy, and Minor in Spanish Language, 2015
• George Washington University Milken Institute School of Public Health, MPH, 2018
• Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lillington NC, DO, 2020
• Children's Hospital of Georgia, Internship and Residency, Pediatrics, 2023
  • Selection Committee Member 2021-2023
  • Chief Resident (PGY-3) 2022-2023
• Children's National Hospital, Fellowship, Pediatric Endocrinology, 2026
  • Selection Committee Member 2024-2026

Dr. Chaitanya Sambangi is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Her clinical interests include the care of children and adolescents with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, with a particular interest in the use of diabetes technology to improve glycemic outcomes and quality of life for patients and families. Dr. Sambangi also cares for children with a broad range of endocrine disorders, including growth disorders, disorders of puberty, thyroid disease, pituitary and adrenal disorders, and other conditions affecting growth and development. 

Dr. Sambangi completed her fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C. She also holds a Master of Public Health degree. Her academic and research interests include type 1 diabetes, diabetes technology, and understanding patient and family experiences with diabetes management. She is also involved in medical education and the teaching of medical students and residents.

Pediatric Endocrinology, diabetes, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, precocious puberty, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism

1. Sambangi C, Collins P, Patel J, Chan J. Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy in a Pediatric Patient Presenting With Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Cureus. 2023 May 1;15(5):e38407. doi: 10.7759/cureus.38407. PMID: 37265890; PMCID: PMC10232015.
2. Sambangi C, Vaidyanathan P. Preventable hypothyroidism in a total parenteral nutrition-dependent infant with short bowel syndrome. J Pediatr Endocrinol Diabetes. doi:10.25259/JPED_85_2025.

1. Sambangi C, Horner C, Allen K. Pediatric Non-Accidental Trauma. The MCG Pediatric Podcast. June 2022. https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-cnja4-734cd1

Dr. Sambangi's research interests include type 1 and type 2 diabetes, diabetes technology, understanding patient and family experiences with diabetes management, and improving healthcare inequities in diabetes care.

Dr. Sambangi is a board certified pediatrician and board-eligible pediatric endocrinologist with clinical and research focus in the areas of pediatric diabetes and endocrinology. 

• Bronze-Level Recognition for Commitment to Service, Brandeis University, 2015
• Gold-Level Recognition for Community Service Hours, CUSOM, 2020
• Exemplary Student Teaching in the Pediatric Clerkship, CHOG, 2021

• Clinic Volunteer for Project Alajuelita, Foundation for the International Medical Relief of Children (FIMRC), Costa Rica, 2014
• Community Health Education Intern, Greater Lawrence Family Health Center, MA, 2017
• Medical Staff Volunteer, Camp Sweet Escape, SC, Summer 2022
• Medical Staff Volunteer, Camp Take Charge, Diabetes Sleepaway Camp, VA, Summer 2023 
• Volunteer Physician, Diabetes Access Clinic, Washington DC, 2024-2025
• Medical Staff Volunteer, Camp Take Charge, Diabetes Sleepaway Camp, MD, Summer 2025

Pediatric Endocrine Society (PES) Member

International Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD) Member

• Selected Attendee of ISPAD Science School, Hannover Germany

American Diabetes Association (ADA) Member

• ADA Scholar