Endocrinology Services
Endocrinology focuses on conditions that affect the endocrine system, which is a collection of hormone-producing glands that control metabolism, growth and sexual development. Merit Health Wesley offers treatment options to address metabolic diseases.
Doctors work closely with you to develop a treatment plan to manage your condition effectively. We treat a variety of endocrine disorders, including:
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disease, including hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and Graves' disease
- Adrenal gland disorders, such as Addison's disease and Cushing's syndrome
- Osteoporosis
- Pituitary problems
- Diseases that affect the reproductive glands
Diabetes Prevention
Diabetes can have a devastating effect on your health, and can lead to heart disease, stroke and serious complications. However, many of the risk factors are preventable through healthy lifestyle habits.