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# Endocrinologist

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## Definition

An endocrinologist is a doctor specialising in hormones and metabolic diseases including diabetes, thyroid disorders, and obesity.

## Extended

Indian patients often consult endocrinologists for GLP-1 initiation, especially with complex comorbidities, thyroid history, or combined insulin therapy. Internal medicine specialists and cardiologists also commonly prescribe and monitor GLP-1 receptor agonists when managing type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular risk. In India, these concepts appear in RSSDI and ICMR guidance for type 2 diabetes and obesity care—always confirm details with your prescribing physician.

## Learn more

[Full guide](https://www.kesho.health/blog/how-to-talk-to-doctor-glp-1-india) · [MD](https://www.kesho.health/md/blog/how-to-talk-to-doctor-glp-1-india)

## Related terms

- [diabetologist](https://www.kesho.health/glossary/diabetologist)
- [internal-medicine-specialist](https://www.kesho.health/glossary/internal-medicine-specialist)
- [cardiologist](https://www.kesho.health/glossary/cardiologist)
- [type-2-diabetes](https://www.kesho.health/glossary/type-2-diabetes)