Consult an Endocrinologist Online in India

What Does an Endocrinologist Treat?

An endocrinologist is a doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions of the endocrine system, the glands and hormones that regulate blood sugar, metabolism, growth, reproduction and the body’s response to stress. Endocrine care commonly covers the areas below.

Diabetes and blood sugar

Endocrinology covers type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, insulin resistance and gestational diabetes. Tests associated with this area include blood glucose and HbA1c test details.

Thyroid disorders

Thyroid conditions seen in endocrinology include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Graves’ disease, goitre and thyroid nodules. See thyroid function test information for the TSH, FT3 and FT4 panel.

PCOS and reproductive hormones

Endocrinology also covers polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), low testosterone, menopause-related hormonal change and other reproductive hormone concerns. This area overlaps with gynaecology, and care is sometimes shared between specialists. See reproductive hormone tests.

Other endocrine and metabolic conditions

These include adrenal and pituitary disorders, calcium and parathyroid conditions, osteoporosis, obesity with a suspected hormonal cause, and growth or puberty concerns in children. Tests in this area include fasting insulin.

What an Online Endocrinology Consultation Involves

An online consultation on DocGenie takes place by video at a scheduled time. You can describe your symptoms and medical history, share reports you already have, and ask questions about your condition. A digital prescription can be issued where the doctor considers it appropriate.

An online consultation does not include a physical examination. If an examination, imaging or further testing is needed, the doctor will advise you on the next step.

What to Keep Ready for Your Consultation

You do not need test results to book a consultation. If you already have them, keeping the following ready can help:

• recent blood test reports, including any thyroid or blood sugar tests
• a list of your current medicines and doses, including supplements
• earlier prescriptions, discharge summaries or specialist letters
• a short note on your symptoms, when they began and how they have changed
• relevant family history, such as diabetes or thyroid disease

How to Choose an Endocrinologist on DocGenie

Each doctor listed above displays the details most patients use to compare: qualifications such as DM or DNB in Endocrinology, years of experience, the languages they consult in, the consultation fee, and whether an online or in-clinic appointment is available next. Open View Profile to read more about a doctor before booking.

If you are continuing treatment that has already been started, booking follow-ups with the same doctor keeps your history and prescriptions in one place.

Endocrine Care for Children

For children with hormone-related concerns, a paediatric endocrinologist may be the more appropriate specialist. This area covers growth concerns, early or delayed puberty, congenital thyroid conditions and type 1 diabetes in children.