Cape Diabetes and 内分泌学 is a comprehensive center for the treatment and care of endocrine disorders. Our team provides access to specialty care for patients aged 18 and older with the endocrine system’s complex conditions.
We know each person’s journey is unique. When it comes to Cape Diabetes and 内分泌学 at Saint Francis, you get more than a doctor. You get an experienced team dedicated to delivering excellent patient care and the latest diabetes and endocrinology treatment approaches. 病人 have direct access to the high-quality patient-centered services you need – close to the support of your loved ones.
All you need is a referral from your primary care provider.
We treat all diabetes and endocrine conditions, including:
- 甲状腺疾病
- 成人糖尿病
- 妊娠期糖尿病
- 其他内分泌护理
- Cholesterol and other lipid disorders
- 成人生长异常
- 骨质疏松症及骨骼疾病
- 继发性高血压
- 低睾酮
- 垂体障碍
什么是内分泌学家?
An endocrinologist is a medical specialist trained to diagnose and treat diseases affecting the glands, 激素和新陈代谢, including conditions that are often complex and involve many body systems. The endocrinologist’s goal is to restore the normal hormonal balance in your body.
糖尿病护理
Diabetes is a condition in which the body needs help turning food into energy because it is unable to produce or use insulin to process glucose in the body. According to the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse, 17.9 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with diabetes; another 5.7 million people are undiagnosed.
There are two types of diabetes, and one special type:
- Type 1 diabetes—when the pancreas is unable to produce insulin and insulin injections are required
- Type 2 diabetes—the body produces insulin but is unable to use it efficiently
- 妊娠期糖尿病 affects pregnant women
甲状腺疾病护理
甲状腺, 位于颈部, is an endocrine gland that produces hormones that regulate physiological functions. Symptoms arise if the thyroid does not produce the correct amount of hormones, either too much (hyperthyroidism) or too little (hypothyroidism). 这些症状可能包括:
- 乏力
- 慢代谢
- 降低体温
Cape Diabetes and 内分泌学 is fully equipped with ultrasound diagnostics to diagnose thyroid problems quickly.
其他内分泌护理
Other conditions Cape Diabetes and 内分泌学 is prepared to manage and treat include:
- 成人生长异常
- Cholesterol and other lipid disorders
- 骨质疏松症
- 继发性高血压
- 和更多的
第一次预约
Make sure you have received a physician referral before making an appointment. You will have paperwork to fill out, 包括病史, so please arrive at the office at least 15 minutes early and come prepared with the information. Your medical history will be reviewed with the doctor.
如果你做过核磁共振, ultrasounds or other diagnostic tests performed, please bring the films or results to your appointment. This will allow the doctor to begin your treatment or care plan immediately. Please bring all medications you are currently taking with you to your appointment, 还有你的胰岛素泵, 如果适用的话.
小时
星期一: | 8 am | - | 4:30 pm |
星期二: | 8 am | - | 4:30 pm |
周三: | 8 am | - | 4:30 pm |
星期四: | 8 am | - | 4:30 pm |
星期五: | 8 am | - | 4:30 pm |
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