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Dr. Babak Larian

Dr. Babak Larian, the Chairman and Director of the CENTER for Advanced Head & Neck Surgery in Los Angeles, is a highly experienced and reputable board-certified surgeon, specializing in head and neck surgery. He is nationally renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive surgery techniques in the treatment of parathyroid disorders. Today, Dr. Larian holds the prestigious position of Clinical Chief of the Division of Otolaryngology at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.

Explore Dr. Larian’s articles on hyperparathyroidism: what the symptoms look like, how it’s diagnosed, how it relates to conditions such as diabetes and kidney disease, and what treatment involves. Each article is meant to help you make sense of your results and decide on your next step.

Calcium High, PTH Normal: What Your Lab Results Actually Mean

Your blood test results show high calcium levels, but your parathyroid hormone (PTH) is normal. That sounds like reasonably good news, doesn’t it? After all, calcium is good for you, and at least your PTH is where it should be. Not so fast.   Too much calcium in your blood, or hypercalcemia, can cause serious health problems. And when calcium rises, your parathyroid glands are supposed to respond by reducing PTH production. If your calcium is high and PTH remains normal,

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October 23, 2026

High Calcium in Your Blood: Could Your Parathyroid Be to Blame?

by Babak Larian | Parathyroid If your doctor is concerned that you have high calcium in your blood, you may feel confused. After all, many people — especially women — are encouraged to get more calcium, often through supplements. So how can high calcium levels in the blood suddenly be a problem? The answer lies in how your body regulates calcium, not how much you consume. A dangerously high increase in calcium levels in the blood — known as hypercalcemia — is a sign that something in your body’s internal balance isn’t

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November 26, 2025

Parathyroid Disease Explained: From Diagnosis to Life-Changing Treatment

Parathyroid disease is more common and more debilitating than most people realize. Yet it often goes undiagnosed for years, leaving people to live with vague but life-limiting parathyroid disease symptoms, like fatigue, brain fog, or bone pain, with no clear explanation or effective treatment plan. Some are told it’s just part of aging. Others are treated for depression or osteoporosis without anyone checking their parathyroid health. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Parathyroid disease is significantly underdiagnosed, leading to needless suffering and frustration. But there

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November 26, 2025

What Are the Signs That Parathyroid Surgery Is Needed?

by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid You haven’t felt like yourself for ages. You feel so drained, and the brain fog just won’t clear. Your lab work seems fine; you may have been told it was fine. Perhaps slightly elevated calcium levels, but how bad could that be, right? It’s been a long and frustrating road to a hyperparathyroidism diagnosis, and now, they say you need surgery? It’s a relief to finally get some answers, but do you really need parathyroid surgery?    It’s the right

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November 26, 2025

Hyperparathyroidism and Diabetes

by Babak Larian | Parathyroid Hyperparathyroidism and diabetes are two conditions that can significantly affect daily well-being and overall quality of life. While many patients suffer from either disease, a notable overlap exists between the two. Does hyperparathyroidism cause diabetes, or vice versa? What changes occur in diabetes management after treating hyperparathyroidism? Ongoing research continues to explore these questions, but current findings provide valuable insight for patients with a double diagnosis. The Connection Between Hyperparathyroidism and Diabetes The medical community has acknowledged a connection between hyperparathyroidism and

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November 26, 2025

Hyperparathyroidism and Gastrointestinal Disorders

by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid Hyperparathyroidism is a challenging disease to diagnose due to its vague symptoms. Doctors often look at bone and joint pain and cognitive issues when considering hyperparathyroidism. However, many patients also experience gastrointestinal symptoms. If hyperparathyroidism is the cause, surgical treatment often improves or reverses the digestive problems and other symptoms.

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November 26, 2025

An In-Depth Look at the Anatomy of the Throat and Neck

by Dr. Babak Larian | Parathyroid Because the parathyroid glands are located in the neck, any physician treating parathyroid problems must thoroughly understand the anatomy of the neck and throat. At the CENTER for Advanced Parathyroid Surgery in Los Angeles, we specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions of this complex part of the body. We find it helpful for our patients to understand the parts of the neck and throat. It’s also important to understand how the neck organs interact with and affect the rest of the body.  In this guide, we’ll

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November 26, 2025

Think You May Have Hyperparathyroidism?

Dr. Babak Larian is a board-certified head and neck surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive parathyroid surgery. Schedule an in-office or virtual consultation to find out what your results mean and what your options are.

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