Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismFemaleAge 64

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in South Boston, VA and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Otero-Truitt has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. She graduated from St Georges U in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital and Sovah Health Danville. Her office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD

Thomas M. Truitt M.d.p.c.

2232 Wilborn Ave Ste B South Boston, VA 24592
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available

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(434) 575-5844
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Otero-Truitt

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Osteoporosis & Screening

Osteoporosis specialists diagnose and treat conditions characterized by low bone density and bone weakness, such as osteoporosis and osteopenia.Compare with other Osteoporosis & Screening specialists.

Dr. Otero-Truitt is experienced in the area of Osteoporosis & Screening. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

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Osteoporosis
Osteopenia
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High
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Thyroid Disorders

Thyroid disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the thyroid gland, including hyperparathyroidism, thyroid disease, and thyroid nodules.Compare with other Thyroid Disorders specialists.

Dr. Otero-Truitt is experienced in the area of Thyroid Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

Based on claims data for 17 conditions and procedures

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Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
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High
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Very High
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Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring

Diabetes specialists manage and treat a range of diabetes-related conditions including type 1 and type 2 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis through procedures such as continuous glucose monitoring and insulin therapy.Compare with other Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring specialists.

Dr. Otero-Truitt is experienced in the area of Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

Based on claims data for 9 conditions and procedures

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Dr. Otero-Truitt
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Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetes Screening
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Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
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Gonadal Endocrine Disorders

Gonadal endocrine disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the reproductive and sex glands, including polycystic ovary syndrome, Turner syndrome, and gynecomastia, most often through hormone replacement therapy.Compare with other Gonadal Endocrine Disorders specialists.

Dr. Otero-Truitt is experienced in the area of Gonadal Endocrine Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about her experience.

Based on claims data for 5 conditions and procedures

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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Hypogonadism
Testicular Dysfunction
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Dr. Otero-Truitt's conditions and procedures:

  • Abnormal Thyroid
  • Acromegaly and Gigantism
  • ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Adrenal Incidentaloma
  • Adrenal Insufficiency
  • Aspiration or Injection of Thyroid Cyst
  • Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
  • Calcium Metabolism Disorders
  • Cholesterol Screening
  • Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
  • Congenital Hypothyroidism
  • Dexamethasone Suppression Test
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Screening
  • Diabetes Type 1
  • Diabetes Type 2
  • Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
  • Diabetic Evaluation
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis
  • Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Familial Hypercholesterolemia
  • Female Infertility
  • Goiter
  • Graves' Disease
  • Growth Hormone Deficiency
  • Gynecomastia
  • Hashimoto's Disease
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Hypogonadism
  • Hypoparathyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Iodine Deficiency
  • Lipedema
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Malaise and Fatigue
  • Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
  • Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
  • Obesity
  • Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Overweight
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
  • Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
  • Potassium Deficiency
  • Proteinuria
  • Rickets
  • Secondary Hypertension
  • Subacute Thyroiditis
  • Symptomatic Menopause
  • Testicular Dysfunction
  • Thyroid Biopsy
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Thyroid Cyst
  • Thyroid Goiter
  • Thyroid Nodule
  • Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
  • Thyroid Scan
  • Thyroid Screening
  • Thyroiditis
  • Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
  • Ultrasound, Thyroid
  • VAP Lipid Testing
  • Vitamin D Deficiency
  • Water Deprivation Test

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Dr. Otero-Truitt's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Otero-Truitt

2.1

Based on 18 ratings

5 Star
17%
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4 Star
6%
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3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
61%
61%
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Dr Truitt is a disgrace to her profession
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Susan Cobb – Sep 14, 2020
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I thought the staff was very nice. I really like Dr. Truitt, she listened to everything I had to say and asked all the right questions. I left there feeling like I was finally seeing a doctor who will fix the problem, not just treat the symptoms!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Deborah Doss – Oct 02, 2019
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I had an excellent experience with this practice. very knowledgeable and efficient to deal with, would recommend to others.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sean Coombes in South Boston, VA – Oct 30, 2017
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The doctor is friendly and proffesional. The staff not so much. Office is clean and orderly. The check in process a bit slow. The ask the same questions even if you were just in. Make it seem lije thr dont know you.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Jeni in South Boston – Feb 20, 2017
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I thought she was very thorough in her questions and test requested and was prompt she answered all my questions in terms easy for us to understand.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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John Hanna in Brookneal VA – Jan 28, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in South Boston, VA and has over 34 years of experience in the medical...Read more

Specialties

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Education

1994
St Michaels Mc Seton Hall University
Fellowship Hospital
1992
Saint Michaels Medical Center
Residency Hospital
1990
Saint Michaels Medical Center
Internship Hospital
1989
St Georges U
Medical School
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What are Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Otero-Truitt specializes in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. See more on Healthgrades.

What conditions does Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD treat?

Dr. Otero-Truitt frequently treats the following conditions: Diabetes Type 2, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Dyslipidemia. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD's office address?

Dr. Otero-Truitt's office is located at 2232 Wilborn Ave Ste B, South Boston, VA 24592. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Otero-Truitt provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD is affiliated with Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital and Sovah Health Danville.

How much experience does Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD have?

Dr. Otero-Truitt has over 33 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 2.1/5 for Dr. Tessie Otero-Truitt, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Practice

Thomas M. Truitt M.d.p.c.2232 Wilborn Ave Ste B South Boston, VA 24592
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Otero-Truitt is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital

South Boston, VA

60% Patients that would definitely recommend, 10% lower than the national average

Sovah Health Danville

Danville, VA

41% Patients that would definitely recommend, 29% lower than the national average

1 Award Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)