Endocrinology - Dignity Health Medical Group - Redding, CA

Endocrinology is a medical specialty that focuses on caring for your hormone (endocrine) system. Endocrine glands make hormones that control your metabolism, growth and development, reproduction, mood and even sleep. Endocrinologists are doctors or advanced practice providers who specialize in understanding and managing conditions associated with hormone imbalances, including metabolic syndromes.

You should consider seeing an endocrinologist if you have symptoms like unexplained weight changes, fatigue or irregular periods. Additionally, you should see an endocrinologist regularly if you have chronic hormone-related conditions, such as diabetes or hypothyroidism. 

Talk with your primary care doctor about whether you may benefit from seeing an endocrinologist.

Endocrinologists specialize in diagnosing and treating disorders of the hormone (endocrine) and metabolic system, including:

• Abnormal weight gain or weight loss
• Acromegaly
• Adrenal gland disorders, such as Addison’s disease
• Diabetes
• Growth problems, such as gigantism
• Hyperparathyroidism
• Hypoparathyroidism
• Menopause
• Neuroendocrine tumors
• Obesity related to hormone imbalances or diabetes
• Osteoporosis due to hyperparathyroidism
• Pituitary gland disorders, such as Cushing’s disease
• Pituitary tumors
• Polycystic ovary syndrome
• Prolactinoma
• Thyroid problems, such as goiter, thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer

At Dignity Health Medical Group in Redding, we provide comprehensive care for hormone-related conditions. Our specialists diagnose problems and create personalized treatment plans depending on your unique needs. We also help manage chronic endocrine conditions throughout your life.

Our endocrinology services may include:

• Blood sugar management
• Diabetes care plans
• Medication management for endocrine disorders, such as insulin, metformin, levothyroxine and other thyroid medicines
• Metabolic syndrome management
• Osteoporosis treatment
• Preoperative care for diabetic patients
• Tumor treatment and management

Hormones control a wide range of processes throughout your body by sending messages through your blood to your organs. They’re involved in your metabolism, growth and development, immune system function, sleep, mood and your body's response to stress.

Common hormones produced and released in the body include:

• Cortisol (responds to stress)
• Insulin (regulates blood sugar)
• Sex hormones (influence reproduction and sexual characteristics)
• Thyroid hormones (control metabolism)

Hormones are produced and released by endocrine (hormone) glands throughout the body. Each hormone serves a specific, vital purpose. Key endocrine glands include:

• Adrenal glands (regulate stress and hormones) 
• Pancreas (controls blood sugar and digestion)
• Pituitary gland (controls other hormone glands)
• Thyroid gland (regulates metabolism and energy)

Dignity Health Medical Group in Redding accepts most major insurance plans. To make sure you have access to the care you need, we recommend confirming your insurance coverage, eligibility and benefits before your visit.

If you have questions about the health insurance plans we accept, please call our office at (530) 242-3570. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have.