Endocrinology Clinic

London Medical’s team of endocrine specialists enable us to provide invaluable specialist expertise in the treatment of hirsutism, acne and other manifestations of the polycystic ovarian syndrome, the management and assessment of thyroid nodules, osteoporosis, the menopause, growth disorders, erectile dysfunction and hypogonadism, Turner’s syndrome, adrenal disorders (such as Addison’s disease and Cushing’s syndrome), reproductive and infertility problems, high prolactin and all thyroid and parathyroid disorders.

Endocrine Tests:

Thyroid ultrasound and thyroid fine needle aspiration biopsy of thyroid nodules (FNA)
Insulin stress testing
Glucagon stimulation test
Dexamethasone suppression tests
Thyroid function tests
Pituitary releasing hormone tests, CRH test
Synacthen stimulation test
Impotence profile
Menopause profile
Reproductive endocrinology, including ovulation induction
Osteoporosis markers and bone density
Day curves of different hormones
Water deprivation test

All tests are performed according to strict protocols in a safe, monitored environment.

Our adult Endocrine Consultants are:

Paediatric & Adolescent Endocrinology

Our centre provides continuity of endocrine care, supporting patients from infancy to young adulthood (20 years) with our specialists in Paediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology.

This continuity of treatment facilitates age appropriate care and smooth transition for those patients with chronic conditions. All tests available in the centre are carried out in an age appropriate setting.

The Paediatric & Adolescent Endocrinology service treats:

Disorders of growth and puberty, including tall and short stature, disorders of weight and menstrual rhythm
Disorders of sexual differentiation
Turner’s syndrome and other short stature skeletal dysplasias
Adrenal disorders
Thyroid disease including congenital hypothyroidism
Neuroendocrine and pituitary related tumours
Hypopituitarism
Endocrine effects of chronic disease and patients on steroids
Late effects of childhood cancer therapies
Assessment of reproductive capacity
Reduced bone mineralisation

Our two Paediatric Endocrinologists are:

Dr. Martha Ford-Adams

Dr. Helen Spoudeas