Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism
Endocrinology is the study of hormone secretion by endocrine glands. An endocrinologist is an internist who is subspecialty trained to care for diseases of the endocrine system. The principle problems endocrinologists care for include diabetes (Type 1, Type2, LADA, Pancreoprivic), thyroid dysfunction, thyroid enlargement(goiter), thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, abnormal calcium, osteoporosis, low testosterone, diabetes insipidus, pituitary disorders, adrenal dysfunction, endocrine tumors, PCOS and hyperlipidemia. While obesity is not an endocrine disorder, it may be a complication of many endocrine conditions. Endocrinologists frequently treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity when associated with endocrine conditions.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Our board-certified endocrinologists are helping patients better manage their diabetes through the latest technology in continuous glucose monitoring. Visit the Dexcom website to learn more about the difference this could make in your life or in the life of someone you love.
DO YOU…
Have DIABETES?
Experience sudden, unexplained, fluctuations in blood glucose levels (Glycemic Variability)?
Experience low blood sugar that you are unable to detect (Hypoglycemic Unawareness)?
Experience low blood sugar while sleeping at night (Nocturnal Hypoglycemia)?
Have a hemoglobin A1c level above 7% or not at your personal goal?
If you answered YES, to any of these questions, Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) may be just what you are looking for. Speak to your healthcare provider about obtaining a Professional CGM Study. You may request your physician to schedule the procedure or if you have further questions you can reach the Endocrinology Department at (574) 296-3296 extension 2.