Endocrinology

Treatment for Diabetic & Hormonal Conditions

Endocrinologists are specially trained physicians who diagnose and treat diseases related to the glands. They treat menopause, infertility, erectile dysfunction, thyroid diseases, and metabolic disorders. They also provide treatment for diabetes, osteoporosis, vitamin D deficiency, hypertension, and cholesterol disorders.

Contact our team today at (217) 466-4689.

Our endocrinology team sees adults and children. An individual’s primary care provider typically is the first to evaluate issues related to hormones. If a specialist is needed, the individual may be referred to our endocrinology providers where a personalized treatment plan will be developed. If you believe you need to see an endocrinologist, contact your primary care provider for a referral.

Conditions treated include:

• Abnormal Thyroid
• Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
• Bone Disorders
• Calcium Metabolism Disorders
• Diabetes Type 1
• Diabetes Type 2
• Goiter
• Graves' Disease
• Hashimoto's Disease
• Hypercalcemia
• Hyperlipidemia
• Hyperparathyroidism
• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypoparathyroidism
• Hypothyroidism
• Insulin Resistance
• Lipid Disorders
• Malaise and Fatigue
• Obesity
• Osteopenia/Osteoporosis
• Pre-Diabetes
• Testosterone Deficiency
• Thyroid Cancer
• Thyroid Nodules/Cysts
• Thyroid Disease
• Thyroiditis
• Vitamin D Deficiency

Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism procedures performed:

• Diabetes Counseling
• Hormone Replacement Therapy
• Insulin Pump Therapy
• Nutritional Counseling
• Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)

Podcasts

Diabetes – Part 1

Leighsa Cornwell, RN, certified diabetes educator, discusses the prevalence of diabetes in children. The discussion includes how to stay well if you are diabetic, including the complications to watch for.

Diabetes – Part 2 (food)

Leighsa Cornwell, RN, certified diabetes educator, discusses food and the importance of knowing what you're putting into your body.

Diabetes – Part 3

Leighsa Cornwell, RN, certified diabetes educator, discusses pre-diabetes, levels of care, and resources available. The discussion includes children and the foods to avoid.