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Endocrinology

ENDOCRINOLOGY

Northwestern Medicine Endocrinology is dedicated to enhancing our patients’ health through exceptional care, education and scientific breakthroughs.
 
The Diabetes and Endocrinology Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, ranked No. 7 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2025 – 2026, is a national leader in the research and clinical management of endocrine disorders. Our research program, backed by over $9 million in funding, spans a broad spectrum of areas that intersect with various specialties.
 
Our clinical specialists are globally recognized for their expertise in treating cancers and diseases of the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal glands. They also have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating diabetes, thyroid cancer, PCOS and osteoporosis.

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The Diabetes and Endocrinology Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital is ranked No. 7 in the U.S. Learn more about Northwestern Medicine.

 

Updates from Northwestern medicine endocrinology

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Joseph T. Bass, MD, PhD
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January 2025

ENDOCRINOLOGY
2024 Year in Review | Northwestern Medicine Endocrinology
Over the past decade, we have seen health statistics around diabetes and obesity capture widespread public attention. At Northwestern Medicine, we’re dedicated to enhancing our patients’ health through exceptional care, education and scientific breakthroughs.

Our research program, backed by over $9 million in funding, spans a broad spectrum of areas that intersect with various specialties, so we’re always at the forefront of investigating metabolism and energetics. We are proud to share our key initiatives and accomplishments from 2024 and to recognize the people who made them possible. In 2025, we look forward to advancing our research and clinical care to continue making strides with endocrine disease.
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May 2025

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Prioritizing Weight Loss in Patients With Obesity and Comorbidities
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May 2025

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Rare Endocrine Neoplasms in Li-Fraumeni Syndrome
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May 2025

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Automated Insulin Delivery Lowers HbA1c in Type 2 Diabetes
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March 2025

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Circadian Rhythms Play a Role in Muscle Repair
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February 2025

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BCL6’s Crucial Role in Muscle Mass Maintenance
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February 2025

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High Discontinuation Rates for GLP-1 Medications

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For a full list of CME opportunities, visit Continuing Medical Education at Feinberg School of Medicine.

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