Find information on: COVID-19 Vaccine | New Visitor Guidelines DOCTORS SERVICES LOCATIONS Home Medical Services Diabetes and Endocrinology Diabetes and Endocrinology Trust the expert endocrinologists at University Health in San Antonio for the care you need to feel your best and enjoy life. REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT For more information, call 210-358-7000. PAGES IN THIS SECTION When To See an Endocrinologist Your primary care provider may treat your endocrine system condition or recommend you see an endocrinologist for specialized care. University Health endocrinologists are some of the best in the nation, and treat pediatric endocrinology conditions as well. Endocrinologists treat conditions affecting your body’s hormone-producing glands such as: Adrenals Hypothalamus Pancreas Parathyroid Pituitary Reproductive Thyroid Endocrine disorders—like diabetes—indicate your glands or organs are not functioning normally. Find a wide range of hormone-related conditions we treat that affect your energy, growth, metabolism and sleep. Complete, High-Quality Diabetes Care Take advantage of America’s largest and most comprehensive center dedicated to the prevention and treatment of diabetes, the Texas Diabetes Institute, right here in San Antonio. Get all the care you need in one location. The center provides unsurpassed diabetes care for all types of diabetes. Our team received the 2021 Gold Plus Target Type II Diabetes Honor Roll Elite as part of the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With the Guidelines® Stroke program. GUIDANCE & TOOLS TO LOWER YOUR A1C Protect your health with A1C testing according to your doctor’s recommendation. Your A1C shows your average blood glucose (sugar) level over a two to three-month period and is a crucial part of your care. Your skilled care team at University Health has superior knowledge and training to help you reach and maintain your A1C goal. Respected Diabetes Care Team Our expert care team includes endocrinology specialists using their advanced medical knowledge to help you manage your lifestyle effectively and treat your diabetes. When you need treatment for diabetes complications affecting other parts of your body, rely on our team of specialists working together to treat you. You’ll find specialized care for your eyes, feet, kidneys, heart, limbs and nervous system at the center and in University Health outpatient clinics. Diabetes & Endocrine Services You may need testing, diagnosis and evaluation for symptoms of an endocrinology condition or diabetes. Rest assured your care team will provide accurate services and simple explanations of your results. Count on your endocrinology care team to put together a personalized care plan for treatment of your type of diabetes or your endocrine condition. Your care plan will follow your needs and wishes. You’ll appreciate the compassionate, friendly professionals who will help you live well with diabetes. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK Like the Texas Diabetes Institute Facebook page to follow our health tips, class schedule and other news. Recognized Diabetes Education Programs Expect outstanding diabetes care and education from our American Diabetes Association certified diabetes educator and registered dietitians. Education is one of the most powerful weapons against diabetes. Join a diabetes education class focusing on improving your health and reducing complications and secondary health conditions from diabetes. To promote diabetes prevention and education, the Texas Diabetes Institute includes a teaching kitchen, auditorium and fitness center. Classes offer exercise, tools for self-management and cooking programs. We encourage you to enroll in a class to learn how to care for yourself and your type of diabetes. Preventing Diabetes & Enhancing Health Access preventive diabetes care through University Health. Identify whether you have risk factors and signs of diabetes. Nearly 2.3 million Texans, including many San Antonians, have diabetes and even more go undiagnosed. Part of our mission is to prevent diabetes in our community and manage it at the Texas Diabetes Institute. Life-Saving Research You’ll have access to some of the best treatment options because of our involvement in research. Prominent researchers at the center are at the forefront of drug development to treat diabetes and find a cure. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients with diabetes, their families and our community. Take part in research that is trying to unlock the mysteries of diabetes. Researchers at the Texas Diabetes Institute have the desire, talents, special skills and technologies to meet the challenge. Diabetes Patient Story Blog Articles COVID-19 Update: Does COVID cause diabetes? COVID-19 continues to throw us new curves, and one of them is growing evidence of a troubling link that is beginning to emerge between COVID-19 infection and the development of diabetes. View all articles Latest News COVID-19 update: Does COVID cause diabetes? November 12, 2021 View all news Locations TEXAS DIABETES INSTITUTE 701 S. Zarzamora Street San Antonio,TX 78207 210-358-7000 KENWOOD 302 Dora San Antonio,TX 78212 210-358-TALK (8255) UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 4502 Medical Drive San Antonio,TX 78229 210-358-4000 View all locations Doctors ANDREA ALVAREZ ESLAVA, MD Endocrinology 4.4 out of 5 (56 Ratings) Doctor details ARUNA VENKATESH, MD Endocrinology 4.5 out of 5 (106 Ratings) Doctor details GUSTAVO ARMAIZ-PENA, MD Endocrinology Doctor details View all doctors MyChart Patient Portal View health information, request an appointment, message your provider, pay your bill, and more. 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