Endocrinology at UMC Hospitals

UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for hormone-related conditions, integrating endocrinology expertise with diabetology, nutrition, cardiology, nephrology, obstetrics, and orthopedics for whole-person outcomes.

Why choose UMC

• Consultant-led care with individualized plans, evidence-based protocols, and multidisciplinary case discussions.
• Integrated diabetes education, dietetics, and physiotherapy to support sustainable lifestyle change and long-term control.
• Protocol-driven safety, medication reconciliation, and regular outcomes monitoring for consistent, high-quality care.

Conditions Treated

• Diabetes: type 1, type 2, gestational diabetes, prediabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
• Thyroid: hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, goiter, post-thyroidectomy care.
• Bone and calcium: osteoporosis, osteopenia, vitamin D deficiency, parathyroid disorders.
• Pituitary and adrenal: Cushing’s, Addison’s, acromegaly, prolactinoma, primary aldosteronism, adrenal nodules.
• Reproductive and andrology: PCOS, menstrual irregularities, infertility (endocrine causes), hypogonadism, menopause.
• Lipids and blood pressure: dyslipidemia and endocrine hypertension.
• Pediatric endocrinology: growth and puberty disorders, childhood obesity, type 1 diabetes.

Diagnostic Services

• Comprehensive labs: glucose profile, HbA1c, thyroid panel, lipid profile, vitamin D, calcium–PTH, cortisol, ACTH, prolactin, gonadotropins, and specialized hormone assays.
• Dynamic/endocrine tests as indicated: OGTT, ACTH stimulation, dexamethasone suppression, water deprivation, saline infusion tests.
• Technology-enabled monitoring: ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and DEXA for bone density.
• Imaging coordination: thyroid ultrasound, pituitary/adrenal imaging, and FNA cytology for nodules where clinically indicated.

Diabetes program

• Individualized medical therapy including insulin titration, CGM interpretation, and advanced options like insulin pumps where appropriate.
• Structured education: nutrition planning, carb counting, sick-day rules, hypoglycemia prevention, and foot-care pathways.
• Complication screening: retina, kidney, nerve, and cardiovascular risk assessments on a defined schedule.

Thyroid Care

• Evaluation and management of hypo/hyperthyroidism with clear treatment algorithms and follow-up targets.
• Nodule workup using standardized risk stratification, ultrasound guidance, and multidisciplinary review when needed.
• Radioactive iodine and surgical collaboration for selected benign and malignant indications through partnered services.

Bone and Mineral Health

• Osteoporosis assessment with DEXA, fracture risk scoring, and personalized therapy plans.
• Treatment options including calcium/vitamin D optimization and antiresorptive/anabolic therapies as appropriate.
• Fall-risk reduction, strength training guidance, and medication review to protect bone health.

Pituitary and Adrenal

• Comprehensive evaluation for pituitary adenomas and adrenal disorders with coordinated imaging and dynamic testing.
• Medical therapy and endocrine optimization pre- and post-intervention in collaboration with neurosurgery and radiology.
• Long-term surveillance plans with symptom tracking and hormone panels.

Women’s Endocrine Health

• PCOS pathways focusing on cycle regulation, metabolic risk reduction, fertility goals, and dermatologic support.
• Thyroid and diabetes management in pregnancy with trimester-specific targets and obstetric collaboration.
• Perimenopause/menopause counseling, bone health protection, and cardiovascular risk management.

Men’s Endocrine Health

• Assessment and management of hypogonadism, metabolic risk, and fertility-related endocrine issues.
• Lifestyle, medication, and when indicated, hormone therapy with monitoring protocols.

Pediatric Endocrinology

• Evaluation of short stature, early/late puberty, thyroid disease, and type 1 diabetes with family-centered education.
• Growth tracking, school plans for insulin and hypoglycemia management, and transition-to-adult-care protocols.

Treatments and Interventions

• Personalized medication plans including GLP-1 receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, DPP-4 inhibitors, insulin regimens, and lipid- or BP-lowering agents as needed.
• Weight management support with medical nutrition therapy, activity planning, and bariatric surgery referral pathways when appropriate.
• Perioperative endocrine optimization for thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, and metabolic conditions.

The Care Journey

• First visit: detailed history, risk profiling, targeted testing, and a clear care plan with goals and timelines.
• Treatment: stepwise therapy with education, digital tracking support, and early follow-up for dose adjustments.
• Long-term: periodic reviews for labs, complications screening, medication optimization, and lifestyle reinforcement.

Technology and Safety

• Protocolized insulin start/titration, hypoglycemia prevention checklists, and sick-day action plans.
• Standardized vaccination guidance for eligible patients with diabetes and endocrine risk factors.
• Continuous quality audits and medication safety checks to maintain high standards of care.

Preparing for Consultation

• Bring prior lab reports, prescriptions, glucose logs/CGM data, blood pressure records, and any imaging or biopsy reports.
• Expect an individualized plan covering diagnosis, treatment options, targets, follow-up schedule, and cost estimate.

FAQs

• Are targets individualized? Glycemic, thyroid, and lipid targets are tailored to age, comorbidities, and personal goals.
• Is CGM necessary? CGM is recommended for type 1 diabetes and selected type 2 cases to guide safer, more precise therapy.
• Can medications be reduced? Many patients reduce pill burden as lifestyle and control improve; decisions remain clinical and individualized.
• Is long-term follow-up required? Endocrine conditions often evolve; regular reviews help prevent complications and sustain results.
• What about pregnancy and hormones? Dedicated pathways coordinate obstetrics, endocrinology, and nutrition for safe maternal–fetal outcomes.

Team and Support

• Endocrinologists, diabetologists, diabetes educators, dietitians, physiotherapists, pharmacists, and specialized nursing.
• Coordination with cardiology, nephrology, obstetrics–gynecology, neurosurgery, radiology, and ophthalmology as needed.

Book an Appointment

For an endocrinology consultation or comprehensive diabetes and hormone evaluation at UMC Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, request a call-back or schedule a visit. The team will guide preparation, testing, and personalized next steps.