Section of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Welcome About the Section Faculty Directory Research Programs Overview Basic Research Clinical Research Clinical Programs Overview Diseases We Treat Find a Physician More Information Training Programs Overview ACGME Fellowship Overview Clinical Training Research Training Research Preceptors Conferences Fellow Listing How to Apply Contact Us Non-ACGME Post-Doctoral Clinical Trials Contact Us Section Intranet Make a Donation	The Section of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism offers outpatient and inpatient diagnostic and treatment programs, and an endocrine hormone assay laboratory that performs a range of tests not available elsewhere. The Adult Endocrinology Consultation Service provides expert evaluation and management of hospitalized patients with endocrine disorders. Special clinical programs are available for patients with overactive thyroid, thyroid growths, pituitary tumors, abnormalities of water metabolism, hirsutism, and weight control problems. Our diabetes program is accredited by the American Diabetes Assn. (ADA). Our program is ranked among the 11 finest endocrinology centers in the U.S., The University of Chicago’s endocrinology program has a reputation for progressive therapies and leading-edge research. [*U.S. News & World Report, July, 2007]. The Endocrinology Clinic is located in the Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine, a state-of-the-art outpatient care facility. With close to12, 000 patient visits each year, our physicians, scientists, and medical staff work together in the most modern facilities to provide patients with up-to-date treatments as well as disease education, dietary counseling, and other support services to help patients achieve the best quality of life.