Dr. Mandagere has been board-certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism since 1998. She received her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and stayed at KU Medical Center to complete her residency and fellowship training. Although trained in all areas of endocrinology, her clinical interests include diabetes, metabolic bone disease, calcium disorders and parathyroid disease. Throughout her career, Dr. Mandagere has worked extensively with insulin pump therapy and been involved in clinical research relating to diabetes management and cardiovascular disease. She has also worked on quality improvement initiatives within the hospital advancing glycemic control. Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Mandagere obtained a Masters of Science in Nutrition. In the years leading up to medical school, she worked as a registered dietitian counseling patients and working to educate physicians and health professionals. Dr. Mandagere is a member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, the American Diabetes Association and The Endocrine Society. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and is an avid gardener and hiker.