Dr. Pooja Luthra

Dr. Pooja Luthra is a board-certified endocrinologist, Professor of Medicine, and Program Director of the Endocrinology Fellowship Program at UConn Health. She specializes in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of endocrine disorders, with particular expertise in diabetes, osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease, thyroid disorders, endocrine neoplasia, and gender-affirming hormone therapy. After earning her medical degree from Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi, India, Dr. Luthra completed her residency in internal medicine, served as Chief Medical Resident, and went on to complete fellowship training in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

Throughout her career, Dr. Luthra has combined clinical excellence with a deep commitment to education, innovation, and patient-centered care. She serves as Director of UConn Health’s Diabetes Education Program and has played a leading role in expanding access to specialized endocrine services, including gender-affirming care for transgender and gender-diverse patients. Her clinical interests include advanced diabetes management using insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring, endocrine care during pregnancy, thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules, and the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Recognized with multiple teaching and leadership awards, Dr. Luthra is known for translating complex hormonal and metabolic conditions into clear, actionable guidance that empowers patients while advancing the next generation of endocrinologists.