Jason Lee Buckner, MDPediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes in Indianapolis, IN

Jason L. Buckner, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist at Peyton Manning Children's in Fishers and Indianapolis, Indiana. Dr. Buckner specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders, such as diabetes and thyroid conditions, in children and teens. He delivers personalized care to help you and your child manage their diabetes or endocrine disorder. Dr. Buckner takes the time to explain your child's diagnosis and answer your questions. Then, he works with you to create a personalized care plan.

Dr. Buckner is a board-certified pediatrician by the American Pediatrics Academy. He is also a board-eligible pediatric endocrinologist. Dr. Buckner received his undergraduate degrees in biochemistry and biology in the health sciences at Tennessee Technological University and his medical degree from the University of Tennessee. He completed his pediatric residency at Emory University. Most recently, Dr. Buckner successfully completed his fellowship training in pediatric endocrinology at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH. Dr. Buckner is also certified in neonatal advanced life support (NALS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

Dr. Buckner has the expertise to deliver advanced treatments, including: hormone therapy, oral medications, injections, and more. Our multispecialty team approach to care means that if your child's condition is more complex, Dr. Buckner works with a team of pediatric specialists at Peyton Manning Children's to provide comprehensive care for your child.

Dr. Buckner has presented at international, nation, and local medical conferences on many different endocrinology, diabetes, and pediatric obesity topics: Adrenoleukodystrophy; other causes of obesity; hyperprolactinemia; malignant infantile osteopetrosis; micropenis; inhaled steroids and adrenal suppression; diabetic ketoacidosis; diabetes insipidus; SIADH and the triple phase response; and hypoglycemia.