Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology, P.C.
221 Stewart Avenue, Suite 101
Medford, OR 97501
Phone: (541) 776-2003
Fax: (541) 776-9833
Clinic Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm Closed for lunch daily from 12 pm to 1:15 pm Lab Hours
Monday - Thursday 8:15am to 4:30 pm
Closed most Fridays Closed for lunch daily from 11:45 am to 1:30 pm
BMI - Calculate your Body Mass Index - see if you're obese
Patient Education
We have compiled several useful links to websites related to diabetes, thyroid disorders, and all of the other endocrinology disorders for use by patients or health care professionals who wish to educate themselves further. The information provided is not intended to self-diagnose any endocrine disorder. If you suspect that you have an undiagnosed endocrine disorder then please talk with your primary care provider or see us here in the clinic to have the appropriate History & Physical and the appropriate lab testing done.
The recommendations of health care organizations on how to treat diabetes and other endocrine disorders change over time. If you have an endocrine disorder, and want to make a change to your treatment plan due to your recent research, then please always discuss this change with our physicians, nurses, or diabetic educators; or with your Primary Care Provider before making any change in your treatment plan.
If you spot any errors on this page, or find a link that doesn't work, or disagree with any advice given in the web pages, then please let us know by clicking on the "Contact US" button at the left side of this page.
New information or interesting news
There are deleterious effects on triglycerides and the liver from a diet high in HFCS. Recent reports show that HFCS can cause a fatty liver, insulin resistance, and high triglycerides. Click here for more details.
Weight Control Information Network- a good resource from the NIDDK/National Institute of Health about weight loss and the safe, availabe prescriptions - see what medications have been approved by the FDA and examine effectiveness, side-effects, etc.
General Diabetes Information
My Diabetes Partner A new program from the American Association of Diabetes Educators to help people understand diabetes and take control themselves.
Clinical guidelines for treatment of diabetes - the new guidelines for physicians and health care practitioners on the ideal management of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes - from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
The MiniMed CareLink program - allows the discovery of patterns and problems that meter software and logbooks would not uncover. Those of you using a MiniMed Pump and sensor should use this program.
Bio-identical hormone replacement therapy - Why should you use bio-identical hormones? What are bio-identical hormones? What are "natural" hormones, vs bio-identical hormones?
Thyroid Awareness - Patient information on hypothyroidism, thyroid nodules, Hashimoto's syndrome, thyroid cancer, etc. from the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE)
MyThyroid.com - Evidence-based patient-centered Web site devoted to diseases of the thyroid by Dr. Daniel J Drucker, University of Toronto, Toronto General Hospital
The Hormone Foundation - Resource for the prevention, treatment and cure of hormone-related conditions
The Human Growth Foundation - Helps children and adults with disorders related to growth or growth hormone through research, education, support and advocacy.
Pituitary Network Association - If you've just been diagnosed with a pituitary disorder and are feeling alone, this is the best place to start your journey.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Association - Provides comprehensive information, support, and advocacy for women and girls with the condition known as polycystic ovary syndrome.
We have compiled several useful links to websites related to diabetes, thyroid disorders, and all of the other endocrinology disorders for use by patients or health care professionals who wish to educate themselves further. The information provided is not intended to self-diagnose any endocrine disorder. If you suspect that you have an undiagnosed endocrine disorder then please talk with your primary care provider or see us here in the clinic to have the appropriate History & Physical and the appropriate lab testing done.
