Intermountain Medical Center

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Diabetes and Endocrinology

This department offers

  • Diabetes and endocrinology
  • Diabetes care
  • Endocrinology
  • Gestational diabetes care
  • High blood pressure
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Metabolic disorders

The endocrine system is a complex network of glands that produces hormones that control metabolism, growth, sleep, reproduction and other important bodily functions. A hiccup in the system can lead to conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis and disorders of the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands.

Managing conditions such as diabetes can require making life changes. Our team brings together a wide range of skills to empower you to take care of yourself. Our endocrinologists, registered dietitians, Certified Diabetes Educators, exercise physiologists and other providers will teach you what to expect and give you the tools, confidence and skills you need to live the life you want.

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