Patient Resources
We’ve curated a selection of reliable sources to provide information on research, clinical care, and education in endocrinology. Explore each category to find trusted resources for patients and healthcare professionals alike.
Diabetes Resources for Patients
These websites offer comprehensive information for managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes:
- Diabetes Canada – An organization advocating for diabetes care in Canada.
- Diabetes Care Community – allows Canadians with diabetes or those wanting to learn more about diabetes to network and share information from patient experiences to health care experts. If you sign up at the website, you can receive weekly newsletters along with information about tools and products.
- Public Health Agency of Canada – This site has some basic information about diabetes in Canada and includes a questionnaire for anyone interested in seeing their risk of pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
- Canadian Diabetes Care Guide – is an online resource featuring an assortment of articles written by health professionals to enhance patient’s knowledge of diabetes management.
- Shoppers Drug Mart Understanding Diabetes
General Endocrinology Information for Patients
Explore resources on various endocrine disorders and their treatments:
- Canadian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (CSEM) – Offers national-level resources, guidelines, and educational materials on hormone and metabolic disorders. CSEM focuses on improving endocrine health across Canada.
- Canadian Pituitary Patient Network – Provides education and support for individuals with pituitary disorders like acromegaly and Cushing’s disease. Includes resources on local support groups and patient experiences.
- Thyroid Foundation of Canada – Delivers thyroid disease information, webinars, and fact sheets tailored for Canadians. Their helpline and patient support services are valuable for those managing thyroid health.
- Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group (CPEG) – Specializes in pediatric endocrine disorders, offering resources for conditions such as hypoglycemia, thyroid issues, and puberty-related disorders.
- Choosing Wisely Canada – Endocrinology and Metabolism – A Canadian initiative providing guidelines to minimize unnecessary tests and treatments, focused on patient-friendly, evidence-based recommendations.
Endocrinology and Metabolism Resources for Physicians
These resources provide advanced information for healthcare professionals:
- Canadian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (CSEM) – In addition to patient resources, CSEM offers clinical practice guidelines, CME opportunities, and annual conferences focused on Canadian endocrinology standards.
- Obesity Canada – Calibre Program – Offers an accredited self-assessment and educational program on obesity management, designed for Canadian physicians to enhance clinical skills and understanding of obesity guidelines.
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada – Endocrinology Examination and Certification – For clinicians pursuing certification, this resource includes guidelines on examination formats, study resources, and a practice exam for endocrinology.
- Diabetes Canada – Clinical Practice Guidelines – Updated guidelines for diabetes management specifically for Canadian healthcare settings, covering topics such as diagnosis, treatment, and patient care.
- Endotext – A comprehensive resource for endocrinologists offering extensive research and articles on endocrinology topics. Available by subscription.
- UpToDate (subscription required) – Provides evidence-based clinical information across medical disciplines, including detailed research and treatment guidance in endocrinology.
Additional Helpful Sites
Reliable sites for general health, research, and clinical support:
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center – Features a wide range of research, clinical trial information, and educational materials on endocrine health.
- PubMed – Offers access to an extensive collection of medical studies and journals in endocrinology and related fields.
- Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) – Provides general health information, disease prevention guidelines, and endocrine health insights.
Access to Endocrinology Websites
Explore a global list of websites focused on endocrine system diseases:
- Karolinska Institute – Endocrine System Diseases – Features an extensive, continuously updated list of international endocrinology resources for in-depth global perspectives.
Key Journals for Endocrine Research
Top journals for the latest in endocrine research:
- Canadian Journal of Diabetes – Covers diabetes research and care in Canada, including guidelines, innovations, and community health.
- Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism
- Endocrine Practice
- Diabetes
- Clinical Endocrinology (Oxford)
- American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism
- New England Journal of Medicine
- The Lancet
- Nature
Societies & Associations
Connect with societies dedicated to endocrinology and endocrine health:
- Canadian Diabetes Association – Advocacy and support organization providing resources and guidelines for diabetes care across Canada.
- Canadian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (CSEM) – Connects professionals and patients within Canada’s endocrinology landscape.
- The Endocrine Society – A global organization for endocrinology professionals offering resources, journals, and conferences.
- Women in Endocrinology – Focuses on supporting women in the endocrinology field through research, networking, and advocacy.