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An endocrinologist is a specialist who focuses on types of disorders of the internal endocrine glands such as the adrenal and thyroid glands. This type of doctor also deals with the nutritional and metabolic disorders, diabetes, sexual and menstrual problems, and pituitary diseases. The endocrinologist is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, vascular and respiratory systems, infections, and diseases that affect the heart, kidneys, blood, joints, and the digestive system. This specialist is also trained in essentials that involve primary care internal medicine incorporating the understanding of disease, prevention, wellness, mental health substance abuse, and effective treatment of common problems of the skin, eyes, ears, reproductive organs, and nervous system. An endocrinologist requires 3 years in internal medicine plus additional training and examination for certification in diabetes, metabolism and endocrinology. The average salary pay for this type of position is near $155,000.


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Date Submitted 11-Sep-2005

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