Endocrinology
Our collaborative team is comprised of distinguished leaders in endocrinology. We excel in the nuanced care of endocrine functions and are well-versed in the intricacies of metabolic disorders, focusing on optimal processing of nutrients for energy production. Our 24/7 consult service provides expert consultations to patients with complex conditions, spanning the full spectrum from disorders of the thyroid to electrolyte abnormalities and hormonal conditions.
Yale Medicine Endocrinology is a national referral center for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as well as other metabolic disorders. We help to transition patients seamlessly from pediatric to adult care.
Distinguishing Factors
- A major referral center for over 3,000 patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, as well as other metabolic conditions, including obesity and lipid disorders. Services include insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring, and access to clinical trials.
- An inpatient diabetes management service that is available 24/7 to assist clinicians in achieving optimal glucose control in hospitalized patients in both ICU and non-ICU settings.
- A national referral site for patients with thyroid diseases, including hyperthyroidism, thyroiditis, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer; and adrenal diseases, including adrenal masses, Cushing syndrome, hyperaldosteronism, and pheochromocytoma.
- Multidisciplinary care provided to patients with pituitary diseases, including tumors, prolactinomas, Cushing syndrome, acromegaly, hypopituitarism, and hypophysitis. Special services include intraoperative MRI and intraoperative hormonal testing to ensure complete tumor removal.
- National and international experts on metabolic bone disease, including osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism, Paget disease, vitamin D disorders, and genetic conditions involving the skeleton. Challenging cases are reviewed at a monthly multidisciplinary bone conference.
- Bone density measurements by the Yale Densitometry Service that are taken on a new Hologenic DXA scanner