Dr. Ty Carroll begins as new division chief of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Ty Carroll, MD, joined the Department of Medicine as the new chief of the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism on November 1, 2025.
Dr. Carroll comes to us from the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), where he was a faculty member since 2008 and the endocrinology fellowship program director since 2021.
Recently, Dr. Carroll served as a patient-based discussion facilitator following the MCW’s curriculum redesign—helping students integrate the basic sciences into patient care.
In honor of his skills and commitment to medical education, MCW named him an Outstanding Medical Student Teacher seven times.
As a clinician, Dr. Carroll specializes in diabetes management, thyroid disorders, adrenal, and pituitary disorders. He has led several clinical trials on investigational drug treatments for patients with Cushing syndrome.
“I hope to use my experience in patient care and clinical process management to help build on and expand the division’s ability to provide world-class endocrine care for the Madison community and beyond,” says Dr. Carroll.
I hope to use my experience in patient care and clinical process management to help build on and expand the division’s ability to provide world-class endocrine care.
Dr. Ty Carroll
A native of Janesville, Wisconsin, Dr. Carroll earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He completed his medical degree, internal medicine residency and endocrinology fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
His track record of clinical excellence, passion for medical education, in-depth understanding of clinical operations and spirit of creativity and collaboration make him an excellent fit for the division and our department.
“I am so excited to be part of the Department of Medicine at UW-Madison,” he says. “I am looking forward to meeting new colleagues and figuring out where I am going—literally. If you see me and I look a little lost, please introduce yourself and give me directions!”
Welcome back to UW–Madison and welcome to the Department of Medicine, Dr. Carroll!