We Provide Care for Adults with Diabetes & Hormonal Disorders
Our endocrinology services include specialized care for a wide range of hormonal and metabolic conditions, helping patients achieve optimal health through expert diagnosis, treatment, and education. For diabetes management, our team provides comprehensive support, including insulin pump therapy and guidance on preventing or managing complications such as neuropathy and retinopathy.
We address thyroid conditions such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules with advanced diagnostic tools and personalized care plans. For patients with adrenal or pituitary disorders, including adrenal insufficiency and Cushing’s syndrome, we offer thorough evaluations and targeted treatments.
Our services extend to managing polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and addressing growth hormone deficiencies or growth disorders in children. We also prioritize bone health, providing osteoporosis assessments and care for parathyroid-related conditions. Through patient education on hormone replacement therapy and other treatments, we empower individuals to actively manage their health and well-being.
FAQs
What Does an Endocrinologist Do?
First trained in internal medicine, endocrinologists have extensive training and knowledge of the endocrine system. They are subspecialists in internal medicine and can evaluate patients to check how their hormones affect many bodily functions, including metabolism, weight, digestion, mood, growth, reproduction, organ function, lactation ability, and much more.
Endocrinology involves many types of treatments to regulate the immune system. Many disorders are treatable with hormone replacement therapy, growth hormone therapy, hormonal birth control, insulin injections, or thyroid replacement drugs. Although many of the conditions treated by endocrinologists can be resolved with that treatment, some are chronic and require ongoing management.
Why Do I Need To See an Endocrinologist?
You may need to see an endocrinologist if you have a disease, injury, infection, or a benign or cancerous tumor. Certain genetic disorders can also impact how the glands ought to function, and failures in endocrine function can lead to imbalances that affect the body in numerous unhealthy ways. Depending on your condition, an endocrinologist may be your sole medical provider, but often they partner with other medical professionals to create a customized treatment plan. Other providers may include OB/GYNs, neurologists, oncologists, surgeons, pediatricians, and internal medicine doctors.
What Is the Endocrine System?
Hormone-producing glands make up the endocrine system. These are detectable through blood and urine tests to measure the hormone levels of the samples. Imaging studies may be necessary to get up-close looks at the glands beneath the skin through imaging tests like MRI scans.
The endocrine system includes the glands of the body that secrete hormones. They include:
- Adrenal glands
- Hypothalamus
- Ovaries
- Pancreas
- Parathyroid
- Pineal gland
- Pituitary gland
- Testes
- Thymus gland
- Thyroid gland
- And others
At Clinica Sierra Vista, we help patients and their families regardless of their ability to pay. Contact us today at (833) 678-2781 to learn more about how our board-certified endocrinologists in Fresno can help.
