Endocrinology

Hormones control almost all processes inside the human body. They affect the functioning of internal organs and systems, as well as emotional and mental state. A deficiency or excessive synthesis of even one hormone can provoke serious disorders that may seem to the patient unrelated to endocrinology.

An endocrinologist consultation is necessary:

• when the symptoms listed above appear;

• in case of certain diseases of the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems, disorders of the visual organs, gynecological and urological diseases, malignant tumors;

• for preventive purposes if there are risk factors.

Most often, patients are referred to an endocrinologist at the endocrinology diagnostic center in Kyiv by doctors of other specialties who suspect hormonal disorders based on diagnostic results.

Endocrinologists at our clinic successfully treat:

• diabetes mellitus;

• obesity;

• menstrual cycle disorders;

• osteoporosis;

• thyroid diseases;

• parathyroid gland disorders;

• hyperprolactinemia;

• adrenal gland diseases;

• metabolic disorders.

During the consultation, the endocrinologist first talks to the patient, identifies complaints, and studies the medical history. Based on the collected data, they determine which tests are needed to make a diagnosis. The doctor may prescribe:

• blood tests for hormones;

• ultrasound of the thyroid gland, pancreas, adrenal glands, and other organs;

• X-ray;

• computed tomography (CT);

• biopsy — sampling of tissue for histological analysis.

Laboratory diagnostics play a key role in identifying endocrine disorders. It allows determining the hormone content in the blood and, accordingly, clarifying which gland functions are impaired. Most commonly, tests are done for thyroid hormones (T3, T4, etc.), adrenal hormones (aldosterone, cortisol, adrenaline, etc.), pancreatic hormones (insulin), ovarian hormones (estrogens, androgens), and pituitary hormones (vasopressin, oxytocin, ACTH).

Ultrasound diagnostics also have great importance. It helps detect changes in organ structure, hyperplasia, neoplasms, and other pathologies.

The remaining tests are additional and are performed less frequently, when it is necessary to clarify the diagnosis.

Treatment of endocrine diseases is carried out using:

• conservative methods;

• surgical methods.

Most often, in cases of endocrine disorders, patients are prescribed hormone therapy. It helps restore hormone deficiency and balance between hormones. Such treatment is carried out at home. To monitor its effectiveness, lab tests are periodically performed.

In cases of significant thyroid enlargement, cysts, tumors, and other conditions, surgical treatment may be required. At "Oxford Medical", operations are performed on the:

• thyroid gland;

• cervical lymph nodes;

• parathyroid glands;

• adrenal glands;

• pancreas;

• mammary glands;

• gonads.

Surgical procedures are performed both by classical (laparotomy) and minimally invasive methods (endoscopy, laparoscopy).

"Oxford Medical" is a multidisciplinary medical center where you can undergo comprehensive diagnostics using modern equipment, receive consultations from doctors of various specialties, and, if necessary, undergo surgical treatment in the inpatient department.

Advantages of the endocrinology department on Pechersk and in other districts of Kyiv include:

• blood sampling for laboratory diagnostics in all clinics;

• ultrasound, X-ray, and CT performed on new expert-class equipment;

• consultations with experienced endocrinologists;

• possibility of consultation with doctors of other specialties;

• 24/7 surgical inpatient department and surgeries of any complexity;

• loyalty program for regular patients.

"Oxford Medical" clinics are located in convenient areas of Kyiv, which makes it easy to schedule an appointment with an endocrinologist near your home or workplace. We offer consultations at the following locations:

• endocrinologist on the left bank of Kyiv;

• endocrinologist in Pozniaky;

• endocrinologist on Bazhana Avenue;

• endocrinologist in Osokorky;

• endocrinologist in Sviatoshyn;

• endocrinologist at Zhytomyrska;

• endocrinologist in Solomianskyi district;

• endocrinologist on Predslavynska Street.

Make an appointment for an endocrinologist consultation by calling us or leaving a request.