Endocrinology




Offering specialized treatment for a variety of hormone imbalances is an important duty for the expertly trained staff at Memorial Hospital. While many people have heard of the endocrine system, a complex group of glands which produce hormones for our bodies, most are not quite sure of the role an endocrinologist plays in it.

An endocrinologist is a specially trained physician who diagnoses and treats diseases that affect the glands. These physicians work to restore the correct balance of hormones in the body so that all bodily systems can function properly. Most commonly, your primary care physician will refer you to an endocrinologist if he or she suspects an underlying hormone imbalance.

A variety of conditions fall into the scope of endocrinology. Some of these include:

- Diabetes
- Thyroid disease
- Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
- Hypertension
- Metabolic disorders
- Premature menopause, oligomenorhhea, and amenorrhea
- Infertility, in men and women
- Cholesterol (lipids) disorders
- Cancers of the endocrine glands
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Hirsutism (excessive and increased hair)

In addition, Memorial Hospital offers free classes for diabetes, including a support group and pre-diabetes information. For more information about these classes, click on the link to the right or call (937) 578-2444 or (800) 686-4677-2444.

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