Endocrinology and Clinical Nutrition

Comprehensive, evidence-based and patient-centred care

At the Department of Endocrinology and Clinical Nutrition of Helicopteros Sanitarios Hospital, we provide comprehensive and specialized medical care for the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of conditions related to the endocrine system, metabolism and nutrition.

We support each patient from the initial consultation through to the achievement of sustainable therapeutic goals, using a personalised, rigorous approach based on the most up-to-date scientific evidence.

OUR SPECIALIZED SERVICIES

• Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

Comprehensive diabetes management with access to advanced technologies, including continuous glucose monitoring systems and insulin pumps, to optimise glycaemic control and prevent short- and long-term complications.

• Obesity

Individualized medical treatments and bariatric surgery options, in close coordination with our Obesity Unit
(please refer to the Obesity Unit section for detailed information).

• Thyroid Disorders

Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, goitre and thyroid cancer, with access to thyroid ultrasound and image-guided biopsies.

• Bone and Mineral Metabolism

Assessment and management of osteoporosis, osteomalacia and disorders of calcium and vitamin D metabolism, including bone densitometry and personalized preventive strategies.

• Pituitary Disorders

Early diagnosis and follow-up of pituitary adenomas, hypopituitarism and acromegaly, using dynamic hormonal testing and specialised imaging surveillance.

• Hypogonadism and Menopause

Comprehensive management of male and female hypogonadism, hormone replacement therapy and personalized menopause care, with particular attention to sexual and reproductive health.

• Adrenal Disorders

Diagnosis and management of adrenal insufficiency, hyperaldosteronism, phaeochromocytoma and Cushing’s syndrome, using specialised endocrine functional testing.

• Transgender Healthcare

Comprehensive endocrine care for transgender and non-binary individuals. We work with you to create a step-by-step care plan based on your needs, wellbeing and personal goals. Our commitment is to provide a safe, professional and empathetic environment where you feel supported at all times.

• Puberty and Growth Disorders

Diagnosis and treatment of delayed puberty, constitutional delay of growth and puberty, and other disorders of pubertal development, with comprehensive hormonal assessment and longitudinal follow-up.

• Clinical Nutrition and Eating Disorders

Specialized nutritional support in cases of malnutrition related to medical, surgical or oncological conditions, including medical supplementation and enteral nutrition via nasogastric tube (NGT) and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)

OUR APPROACH

We work to the highest standards of medical quality, in an environment of strict confidentiality and with clear, accessible communication. When required, we coordinate multidisciplinary care to deliver a complete, safe and effective clinical response.