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The endocrine system uses glands and organs to create powerful chemical messengers called hormones. These hormones carry signals that influence how the body functions, like metabolizing food for energy. Imbalanced hormones can lead to endocrine conditions, like diabetes, that can take a toll on the body’s natural rhythm. ...
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Metabolic bone diseases, like osteoporosis, occur when you lack important vitamins, hormones and minerals essential for strong, healthy bones. So when you're ready to live worry-free from fractures, we'll care about your health with every bone in your body. ...
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Diabetes is a condition where the body’s blood glucose (sugar) levels are too high. Every year, thousands of people with diabetes come through our doors in search of living their healthiest lives. We support them with a variety of treatments ranging from education on how best to manage their condition to insulin pumps and self-monitoring techniques. ...
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Our diabetes and weight loss coaching will teach you how to make key diet and exercise changes that can halt the progression of type 2 diabetes and prevent health-related complications. ...
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The pituitary gland is a small but mighty part of the endocrine system, responsible for creating harmony among hormones that influence how our bodies function. When you’re living with a hypothalamic, neuroendocrine, suprasellar or pituitary condition, you can turn to our specialists for answers and action. ...
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The endocrine system is made of nerves and gland cells that make and send hormones throughout the body. Neuroendocrine and endocrine neoplasia occurs when those cells grow out of control and can lead to rare conditions, including the full range of hypothalamic, pituitary, adrenal and islet cell tumors. ...
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The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ in your neck that releases hormones to regulate many of your body’s functions, like your metabolism. So, when your thyroid isn’t working properly, it can lead to a domino effect of conditions like hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism or even forms of thyroid cancer. ...
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The ears, nose and throat (ENT) help us tap into many senses, like hearing music and tasting food. So, when you're living with a disorder that's taking a toll on natural functions, you can trust that we'll offer personalized care for these interconnected body parts. Our otolaryngology team can help you hear, speak, swallow or breathe more comfortably with a variety of treatments ranging from sinus care to head and neck surgeries. ...
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When facial weakness and paralysis affect your ability to chew and smile or even impact your appearance, you can turn to our specialists to strengthen facial muscles. Facial nerve paralysis can be something you're born with or be linked to conditions like Bell's palsy, a brain tumor or stroke. ...
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If you're deaf or severely hard of hearing and other hearing improvement methods haven't helped, cochlear implant surgery may be the right choice for you. More than 225,000 Americans have had the procedure over the years, in which a small electronic device is implanted under the skin behind your ear to enhance your sense of sound. ...
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Whether you're seeking facial plastic surgery to enhance your appearance or to reconstruct features affected by a medical condition, our highly skilled specialists will help you see yourself in a new light. They combine a deep knowledge of the face's physical structure with an intimate understanding of how to enhance each person's natural beauty. ...
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Do you know that disorienting feeling that happens when you stand up too quickly? Believe it or not, if you feel that often or have problems staying steady on your feet, the reason may be your ears. Our ear and balance team can help you find the relief you deserve. ...
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Chronic sinusitis often feels like a never-ending cold or a sinus infection that just won’t ease up. When it comes to helping you with troublesome sinuses, our care team’s collaborative approach will feel like a breath of fresh air. ...
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We understand the value of sleep and the impact it can have on your health. That’s why we're excited to offer an implantable therapy called upper airway stimulation (UAS). UAS is designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and help you rediscover your sweetest dreams. ...
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The larynx, also known as the voice box, is an important part of the respiratory system that affects your voice and ability to swallow. Living with a voice and swallowing disorder like acid reflux disease or laryngeal trauma can take a toll on how you breathe and swallow. ...
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Our emergency medicine specialists are at the top of their game and are specially trained to use the latest technology to provide immediate, life-saving care. Whatever your emergency, from broken bones to chest pains to severe injuries, you and your family members are our priority. ...
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The pelvis has the important job of carrying your entire upper body’s weight while also supporting, protecting and stabilizing major organs in the lower half of your body. Every person has a pelvis, yet its shape and functions differ based on your assigned gender at birth. ...
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Families who learn that their baby's health doesn't have a hopeful outcome before or shortly after birth are faced with a devastating reality. We open our arms to these families with supportive perinatal palliative care services that offer a safe space to cope, grieve and heal 1 day at a time. ...
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Urogynecology is a medical specialty that combines urology and gynecology care to treat conditions like a weak bladder or pelvic organ prolapse. Our goal is to make it easier for women and people assigned female at birth (AFABs) to receive specialized care for the vagina, uterus, bladder and pelvic organs. ...
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Making sure you are checked out properly for safety and to perform your best on the job. ...