Cook Children's Endocrinology Services is committed to treating and educating children and adolescents with hormone deficiencies or disorders, on an inpatient or outpatient basis. From diabetes to thyroid conditions, Endocrinology Services takes a team approach to caring for each child. A physician, specially trained endocrine nurses, and appropriate pediatric specialists work together to forge the right treatment plan for each patient. And a social worker and a psychologist work to assure the total wellness of each child and his or her family.
Education is a key component of the department's mission.
Certified diabetes nurse educators, a dietician, and cross-trained nurses investigate the family situation of each patient, and transmit vital information about survival skills and diet. Cook Children's Endocrinology Services is dedicated to treating and educating children with hormone disorders - and helping them adjust to a new way of life. Since some hormone deficiencies can be life threatening, triage at the nurse level is essential. A dietician and social worker complement and complete the team. Psychologists Appropriate pediatric specialists Hospitalization Hospitalization of children and adolescents with newly diagnosed hormone disorders is reserved for patients who are critically ill.