Specialist Care for Endocrine & Metabolic Health
When the Problem May Be Hormonal, Consult the Right Endocrinologist
Hormonal disorders can affect weight, blood sugar, periods, growth, thyroid function, bone health and several other parts of the body. Dr. Shruti Khare Aterkar evaluates these changes by bringing together your symptoms, medical history, laboratory findings and relevant investigations to identify the underlying endocrine problem. With specialist training in Endocrinology from Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Mumbai, and clinical practice in Ahmedabad since 2016, she consults on diabetes, thyroid disorders, PCOS, obesity, pituitary, adrenal, parathyroid and other hormonal conditions.
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Dr. Shruti Khare Aterkar
Endocrinologist and Diabetologist
Hormonal & Metabolic Conditions We Treat
From common thyroid and diabetes concerns to less common pituitary or adrenal disorders, the evaluation depends on the hormonal system involved.
Diabetes
Comprehensive care for Type 1, Type 2, gestational, and other forms of diabetes across different age groups.
Thyroid Disorders
Assessment and treatment for hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, and pregnancy-related thyroid issues.
Obesity and Weight Management
Medical evaluation and treatment for excess weight, metabolic concerns, and hormone-related weight changes.
PCOD/PCOS
Evaluation and treatment for irregular periods, hormonal changes, fertility concerns, and metabolic health.
Pituitary Disorders
Evaluation and treatment of pituitary conditions affecting hormones, periods, growth, vision, fertility, and metabolism.
Adrenal Disorders
Diagnosis and treatment of adrenal hormone problems, including adrenal insufficiency, excess hormone production, and nodules.
Parathyroid Disorders
Care for abnormal calcium levels caused by underactive or overactive parathyroid glands and related complications.
Osteoporosis & Bone Health
Evaluation and management of low bone density, fracture risk, calcium disorders, and hormone-related bone problems.
Hormone Imbalance
Assessment of unexplained changes in weight, energy, periods, skin, hair, growth, and other hormone-related functions.
Pediatric Endocrinology
Care for children with growth, puberty, diabetes, thyroid, and other hormone-related concerns.
Best Endocrinologist in Ahmedabad With an Academic & Clinical Background
Dr. Shruti Khare Aterkar’s experience includes clinical practice as well as academic involvement in endocrinology. Her professional work has included government hospital service, consultant practice and participation in medical academic activities.
She has published clinical work in national and international journals and has participated in the Endocrine Society USA Ambassador Exchange Program.
What Brings You to an Endocrinologist?
You may not always have a clear diagnosis when you first seek endocrine care. A repeated abnormal report or a change that does not have an obvious explanation can be enough to start an evaluation.
Blood Sugar Keeps Changing
Thyroid Reports Stay Abnormal
Periods or Fertility Change
Weight Changes Without a Clear Reason
Growth or Puberty Seems Different
Calcium or Hormones Stay Abnormal
Why an Endocrinologist May Matter
Hormonal disorders can affect several parts of the body at the same time, and the underlying cause is not always obvious from symptoms alone. An endocrinologist looks at the relationship between hormones, metabolism, blood sugar, thyroid function, weight, reproductive health, bone health and other endocrine systems to identify where the problem may be coming from. This helps avoid treating individual symptoms in isolation and allows investigations and treatment to be guided by the overall clinical picture.
Super-Specialist Endocrine Training
Experience Across Endocrine Conditions
Long-Term Hormone Monitoring
Questions Patients Ask Before Their First Visit
Hormonal symptoms can be difficult to interpret because they often overlap with other conditions. Here are answers to common questions patients ask before seeking specialist evaluation.
What does an endocrinologist treat?
An endocrinologist evaluates hormone and metabolic disorders including diabetes, thyroid disease, PCOS, obesity, pituitary, adrenal, parathyroid and pediatric endocrine conditions.
When should I see an endocrinologist?
Persistent hormonal abnormalities, difficult-to-control diabetes, unusual thyroid results, irregular periods, unexplained weight changes or abnormal calcium levels can be reasons to seek an endocrine consultation.
Do I need a referral?
A referral is not always necessary. Patients can consult directly when they have symptoms, an abnormal report or an existing endocrine condition requiring specialist review.
Can an endocrinologist treat PCOS?
Yes. PCOS involves reproductive and metabolic factors, and an endocrinologist can assess menstrual changes, androgen-related findings and associated metabolic concerns.
Are children treated by an endocrinologist?
Yes. Pediatric endocrine concerns can include growth abnormalities, early or delayed puberty, childhood diabetes, thyroid disorders and other hormone-related conditions.
Can thyroid problems be managed during pregnancy?
Yes. Thyroid levels may need closer monitoring and medication adjustment during pregnancy, usually alongside coordination with the treating obstetrician.
Why Patients Recommend Dr. Shruti
Take the Next Step
If you have an unexplained hormonal concern, a repeatedly abnormal report or an endocrine condition that needs ongoing management, the first step is understanding what is actually changing.
Bring your previous reports, prescriptions and relevant medical history to your consultation so the assessment can begin with the information already available.
