Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinic

What Is the Endocrine System?

It is a system made up of the endocrine glands. It works together with the nervous system to maintain the body's balance. It regulates important functions such as blood sugar control, reproduction, hunger and thirst.

Who Is an Endocrinologist?

An endocrinologist is a doctor who deals with diseases of the endocrine system. Endocrinologists diagnose and treat diseases that can arise when the endocrine glands are underactive or overactive. After 4-5 years of specialty training in internal medicine, they receive an additional 3 years of training in the endocrine system.

Endocrinologists diagnose and treat diseases that can arise when the endocrine glands are underactive or overactive.

What Are the Professional Areas of Interest of Endocrinologists?

• Diabetes,
• Thyroid diseases,
• Reproduction/Infertility,
• High blood pressure,
• Osteoporosis,
• Obesity,
• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia),
• High blood lipids,
• Endocrine gland tumors.

Treatment success is generally high in endocrine system diseases. Although these diseases are chronic, many complications can be prevented with early diagnosis and treatment, and you can regain your health. Patients are advised to have regular health check-ups and, if possible, to be followed by the same physician.