Endocrinology

NorthShore's endocrinology services focus on the vital glands and hormones regulating various body functions. Hormonal imbalances can lead to complex conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders; our specialized endocrinologists diagnose and treat these issues to restore hormonal balance, working collaboratively with your primary care provider for comprehensive care.

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Endocrinology

NorthShore's endocrinology services focus on the vital glands and hormones regulating various body functions. Hormonal imbalances can lead to complex conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders; our specialized endocrinologists diagnose and treat these issues to restore hormonal balance, working collaboratively with your primary care provider for comprehensive care.

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Endocrinology at NorthShore

Your body’s endocrine system is made up of many glands that release hormones. Each gland in your body is designed to release the perfect amount of hormones to help regulate different functions in our bodies. These functions include:

  • Growth
  • Metabolism
  • Senses
  • Movement
  • Reproduction
  • Sexual development
  • Respiratory system
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An imbalance of hormones can lead to diseases such as diabetes, hypertensions, endometriosis, hypothyroidism, kidney disease, cancer, sexual dysfunction, or other problems such as infertility, bone loss, weight gain/loss and more.

Endocrinologists are specially trained physicians who diagnose diseases related to the glands which in turn cause hormone imbalances. These diseases are often hard to detect so an endocrinologist can be an additional resource outside of your primary care provider to help patients dealing with hormonal issues restore the body’s hormonal balance.

Most patients typically see their primary care provider first when they start noticing symptoms. During an annual exam with routine lab testing, your primary care provide might also be able to detect possible endocrine dysfunction before symptoms arise. If any hormone related concerns are suspected, your doctor will provide a referral to the endocrinologist. The goal of both your primary care provider and endocrinologist is to work together to provide the treatment necessary to restore the balance of hormones in your body.

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