Endocrinology & Metabolism
The Department of Endocrinology at the Affiliated Hospital of Shijiazhuang Medical College consists of an inpatient ward and a specialized outpatient clinic. Currently, the department comprises a total staff of 14 medical professionals. This includes 5 physicians — specifically 2 Chief Physicians, 1 Attending Physician, and 2 Resident Physicians — 4 of whom hold Master's degrees. The nursing team consists of 9 members. The department currently operates with 10 inpatient beds. The specialized endocrinology outpatient clinic is open all day, seven days a week (Monday through Sunday).
(1) Diabetes and its associated complications, such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy, diabetic retinopathy, etc. We provide comprehensive, full-cycle management for diabetic patients, including individualized patient education, personalized guidance on diet and exercise therapy, instruction on self-monitoring of blood glucose, and guidance on follow-up care.
(2) Metabolic disorders:
Such as hyperlipidemia, hyperuricemia, gout, osteoporosis, etc.
(3) Endocrine disorders:
Thyroid diseases (including the screening, assessment, and management of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, subacute thyroiditis, and thyroid nodules, as well as post-operative management of thyroid nodules), adrenal diseases, etc.
Specialized Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques: Insulin Pump Therapy and Continuous Glucose Monitoring
★ Insulin pump therapy is a crucial tool in intensive insulin management. By mimicking the physiological insulin secretion patterns of a healthy individual, it delivers a continuous, adjustable infusion of insulin to achieve rapid and stable blood glucose reduction. This technique effectively resolves glucose toxicity, shortens the length of hospital stays for newly diagnosed diabetic patients, and significantly alleviates their financial burden.
★ Compared to traditional finger-prick blood glucose testing, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems are more convenient and painless, thereby reducing patient discomfort while providing a more comprehensive overview of blood glucose levels. This technology is particularly beneficial for patients with newly diagnosed diabetes or those experiencing significant fluctuations in blood glucose.
Shijiazhuang Medical College Hospital is one of the best hospitals for endocrinology & metabolism in China. With abundant experience, we provide high quality endocrinology & metabolism treatment service and specialist doctors for foreigners and international patients. Contact us for more details.