Endocrine Society member Whitney Goldner, MD, has been named the new head of the Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes in the Department of Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. Currently, Goldner is professor of internal medicine, Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at the University of...
Divisive Political Climate Concerns Pediatric Endocrinologists
Pediatric endocrinologists are concerned for their safety and their ability to provide evidenced-based care to transgender and gender-diverse adolescents amid political divides over gender-affirming care, according to a new paper published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society. Pediatric endocrinologists specialize in the care of children and adolescents with disorders related to hormones and the glands...
The prestigious endocrine researchers and clinicians honored with our 2024 Laureate Awards represent the best and brightest in our field. Our Laureate Award winners also demonstrate the way endocrinology and the Endocrine Society transcend borders. The honorees hail from six countries and four continents. We are proud to recognize outstanding researchers and clinicians in Argentina,...COVID-19 Vaccines and Hyperglycemia in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes
While proven to be safe, the COVID-19 vaccines could cause some people with type 1 diabetes to see their blood sugar to temporarily spike. The key for both patient and provider is to remain vigilant with glucose testing and insulin dosing post-jab to maintain glycemic control. In the summer of 2021, a 24-year-old woman presented...
Guilt by Association: The Link Between NASH, MAFLD, Diabetes, and Obesity
As obesity rates continue to climb so does metabolic associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), often at an alarming rate. Endocrine News talks to Theodore C. Friedman, MD, PhD, and Magda Shaheen, MD, PhD, about research they presented at ENDO 2023 on fatty liver disease’s link to diabetes, what impact new medications could have, and how... Endocrine dysfunction plays a prominent role in the development of steatotic liver disease and was featured prominently with a multi-session program at ENDO 2023. Endocrinologists will be on the front lines to help patients stave off this disorder that will no longer be known as “fatty liver disease,” which is projected to become the leading...
Endocrine Society Works to Advance Obesity Legislation in Congress
The Endocrine Society continues to be a vocal advocate to advance legislation that would address prevention and treatment of obesity. In late July, legislation known as the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) that the Society endorsed was introduced in the House and the Senate. This important bipartisan legislation would take steps to ensure that...
United Kingdom scientists will have access to the world’s largest research collaboration program, Horizon Europe, as the Prime Minister secures a bespoke deal with improved financial terms for the UK’s participation. UK researchers can now apply for grants and bid to take part in projects under the Horizon program, with certainty that the UK will...
