Endocrinologist
An endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in treating diabetes and other diseases of the “endocrine system” — the body’s system of glands that produce hormones that control the way the body works. The pancreas is part of the endocrine system, and insulin is one of the key hormones the body needs to function properly.
Besides diabetes, endocrinologists treat diseases involving the bones, the pituitary gland, and the thyroid and adrenal glands.
Many people with diabetes may never need to see an endocrinologist in order to take good care of their diabetes. Most people with type 1 diabetes do see an endocrinologist, especially when they are first diagnosed. Many people with type 2 diabetes may see an endocrinologist if they are having trouble getting their diabetes under control, or are developing severe complications.
Besides diabetes, endocrinologists treat diseases involving the bones, the pituitary gland, and the thyroid and adrenal glands.
Many people with diabetes may never need to see an endocrinologist in order to take good care of their diabetes. Most people with type 1 diabetes do see an endocrinologist, especially when they are first diagnosed. Many people with type 2 diabetes may see an endocrinologist if they are having trouble getting their diabetes under control, or are developing severe complications.
Information provided by the American Diabetes Association website
