Diabetes is a disease state resulting from a deficiency of insulin resulting from destruction of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.

The thyroid gland is located at the base of the neck. This gland drives cellular production of energy, regulation of metabolism, weight, body temperature, and cardiac function.

Obesity is a chronic medical disease of having too much body fat. It is diagnosed by calculating the body mass index (BMI) from current height and weight measurements.

The Pituitary is the master Endocrine gland, located at the base of the midbrain and connected to the Hypothalamus by a stalk. The hypothalamus can be considered the coordinating center of the endocrine system.

Female health issues caused by hormonal balance issues include normal transition states like menopause, as well as issues such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and excessive hair growth.

Men’s health issues incorporate disease states such as low testosterone (male hypogonadism), prostate enlargement, ED, Low libido, infertility, gynecomastia, and prostate cancer.

Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass, decreased bone strength, fragility of bones associated with an increased risk of fracture.

The parathyroid glands regulate calcium and phosphorus balance in the body and regulate vitamin D metabolism.

Adrenal glands are small glands that sit on top of each kidney that produce several key hormones. Benign tumors in the adrenals can result in the over-production of these hormones.