Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes
At Yale Medicine, we’re experts in diagnosing and treating hormone-related conditions in kids and teens. Our dedicated pediatric endocrinology team works closely with families to help manage conditions like diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid problems, and other endocrine issues. We have a special focus on comprehensive care and support for children with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Known for our excellence in pediatric endocrinology, we understand the unique challenges of managing these conditions in children and are here to provide personalized and compassionate care to help your child thrive. Our team is celebrated not only for our advanced treatments but also for our unwavering dedication to each child's well-being.
Conditions We Treat
- Type 1 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Lipid disorders, including hyperlipidemia and lipodystrophy
- Obesity and weight management in children
- Endocrine disorders
- Adrenal conditions which regulate metabolism, immune system, and blood pressure
- Growth and hormone disorders
- Neuroendocrine disorders, neuroendocrine tumors, and pituitary gland issues.
- Parathyroid disorders which control calcium levels in the blood, impacting bone and kidney health.
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess androgen, and polycystic ovaries.
- Thyroid disease
- Differences in sexual differentiation (DSD): atypical development of chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomical sex characteristics
- Hormonal complications of cancer and cancer treatment
- Metabolic bone disease, including nutritional rickets and osteomalacia
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