There are several reasons to see an endocrinologist. Your primary care doctor may refer you to an endocrinologist to diagnose an endocrine condition. The endocrinologist can provide the expertise you need while trying to get your medicine and dosing right. If your endocrine disorder doesn’t respond to standard treatment from your primary care doctor, you should see an endocrinologist. The same is true if you develop complications or your existing treatment stops working. Many hormone disorders can be lifelong conditions. Treatment often involves making small adjustments in your medicines to achieve the correct hormonal balance. This can be a lengthy process, and ongoing adjustments may be needed. That’s why you’ll want to see an endocrinologist periodically if you have an endocrine disorder. Your primary care doctor will work with your endocrinologist while continuing to provide much of your routine care. CALLOUT BOX: You can now schedule online video visits with many of our endocrinologists.