Endocrinologist in Medellín
Private consultation from COP 270,000 to COP 380,000 for thyroid, diabetes, weight, hormone and bone conditions
An endocrinologist is the specialist in glands and hormones. At MDE Care we help you find out whether your case calls for one, which tests are usually ordered for your concern and what everything costs before your appointment. Then we arrange your private consultation in Medellín, in person or, if you are traveling from abroad, upon your arrival.
COP 270k to 380k
for a private consultation
1 in 2
people have a thyroid nodule by age 60
Over 90%
of those nodules are benign
6.5% or higher
HbA1c, confirmed by a second test, indicates diabetes
The price before your appointment
consultation and tests listed separately
What brings you to the endocrinologist?
Choose your concern and answer two or three questions. We will show you what is reviewed at the consultation, which tests are usually ordered, whether you should avoid postponing it and the estimated price.
Your main concern
If you have several, choose the one that worries you most today.
For your consultation, have on hand
- Test results from recent months
- The list of your medications and doses
- Previous ultrasounds or scans
- Glucose logs, if you have diabetes
Your guidance
Choose your concern
With your concern and two or three questions, we will show you what is reviewed, which tests are usually ordered and the estimated price.
Private consultation
COP 270,000 to COP 380,000
General guidance. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace the endocrinologist’s judgment.
Your consultation and tests: what they cost
Select what you need to see the price of each item and the total. If you used the guide, it is already preloaded.
Consultations
Laboratory tests
Imaging
Your quote
Private consultation, estimated price
COP 270,000 to COP 380,000
Estimated market prices in Medellín. The endocrinologist decides on the final tests at the consultation.
How the price is calculated
- An online consultation usually costs the same as an in-person one.
- If your test results are recent, you may not need to repeat them.
- Before you book, we confirm the price of each item.
What an endocrinologist does
Endocrinology is the medical specialty of the hormonal system and metabolism: the thyroid, the pancreas, the adrenal glands, the pituitary gland, the parathyroid glands and the sex glands. An endocrinologist diagnoses and treats the diseases that appear when a gland produces too much or too little hormone, as well as metabolic diseases such as diabetes and obesity.
Their work relies on the consultation, laboratory tests and some imaging. Most treatments involve medication, dose adjustments and follow-up. When a problem requires surgery, such as a thyroid nodule that needs it or bariatric surgery, the endocrinologist evaluates it and refers you to the surgeon.
Endocrinologist or internist
An internist provides comprehensive care for adults and manages many chronic conditions; you see an endocrinologist when the hormonal or metabolic problem is at the center of the case or is not under control.
Endocrinologist and bariatric surgeon
The endocrinologist evaluates the hormonal and metabolic causes of weight gain and treats obesity with medication. Bariatric surgery is recommended and performed by the bariatric surgeon.
No referral needed
For a private consultation, you can book the appointment directly. You only need your ID and any test results you already have.
Conditions an endocrinologist treats
Diabetes and prediabetes
Type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. Targets, medication and insulin.
Thyroid
Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, nodules and goiter.
Obesity
Hormonal causes, related conditions and medical treatment.
Sex hormones
Polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause and low testosterone.
Osteoporosis
Fragile bones, fractures from minor falls and their prevention.
Adrenal glands
Nodules found on a scan, excess cortisol or aldosterone.
Pituitary gland
High prolactin, pituitary tumors and growth disorders.
Parathyroid and calcium
High or low blood calcium and its causes.
What the endocrinology consultation includes
Step 1
Medical history
Your symptoms, how long you have had them, family history and medications.
Step 2
Physical examination
Weight, height, blood pressure and a neck examination.
Step 3
Review of test results
Any lab tests and imaging you already have.
Step 4
Orders
Any tests or imaging still needed to confirm the diagnosis.
Step 5
Treatment plan
Medication, targets and lifestyle changes, in writing.
Step 6
Follow-up with results
Your results are reviewed and treatment is adjusted.
Tests an endocrinologist orders and what they cost
Private market prices in Medellín. The endocrinologist decides which ones you need.
| Test | What it is for | Market price |
|---|---|---|
| TSH | The first thyroid test: it shows whether the gland is overactive or underactive. | COP 36,000 to COP 52,000 |
| Free T4 | Confirms and measures hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism together with TSH. | COP 36,000 to COP 38,000 |
| Hemoglobin A1c | Your average blood glucose over recent months. It diagnoses and monitors diabetes. | COP 35,000 to COP 48,000 |
| Fasting blood glucose | Your glucose at the time of the test, after 8 hours without eating. | COP 11,000 to COP 18,000 |
| Lipid panel | Cholesterol and triglycerides, which rise with diabetes, obesity and hypothyroidism. | COP 37,000 to COP 64,000 |
| Creatinine | How well your kidneys work, key in diabetes and osteoporosis. | COP 14,000 to COP 20,000 |
| Vitamin D | A deficiency affects your bones. | About COP 75,000 |
| Thyroid ultrasound | Measures the gland and describes any nodules. See the test | COP 90,000 to COP 172,000 |
| Hormone panel | Prolactin, testosterone, cortisol or others, depending on the case. | Priced at the assessment |
| Bone density scan | Measures bone density to diagnose osteoporosis. | Priced at the assessment |
When to see an endocrinologist
- Your fasting glucose came back at 100 mg/dL or higher, or your hemoglobin A1c at 5.7% or higher.
- You have diabetes and are not reaching your targets with your current treatment.
- You were found to have a thyroid nodule or you notice a lump in your neck. With persistent hoarseness or a fast-growing lump, do not postpone your consultation.
- Your TSH came back high or low, or you have fatigue, feel cold, or have palpitations or tremor with no clear cause.
- You have obesity and want to know whether there is a hormonal cause or which medical treatment can help you.
- You have irregular periods, acne or excess hair, or high prolactin.
- You had a fracture from a minor fall, or you are a woman aged 65 or older who has never had a bone density scan.
- Your blood pressure stays high on three medications, or a scan showed an adrenal nodule.
Go to the emergency room, not to a consultation
- Intense thirst and frequent urination along with vomiting, confusion, drowsiness or rapid breathing.
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing because of a lump in the neck.
Not sure whether your case is one for an endocrinologist?
Use the guide or, if you have several chronic conditions, see chronic disease management with internal medicine.
Checkups you should not skip
- Hemoglobin A1c, stable diabetesTwice a year
- Dilated eye exam, with diabetesEvery 1 or 2 years
- TSH, stable hypothyroidismOnce a year
If your concern is weight
The endocrinologist rules out hormonal causes, such as hypothyroidism or polycystic ovary syndrome, treats diabetes and other related conditions, and can prescribe weight-loss medication. If your case calls for surgery, the recommendation and the procedure belong to the bariatric surgeon.
Non-surgical weight-loss treatment
Prescription medication, a nutrition plan and follow-up visits.
Surgery assessment and requirements
BMI of 40 or higher; 35 or higher with a related condition; 30 to 35 with a metabolic disease, evaluated case by case.
Bariatric surgery in Medellín
The techniques, their prices and the bariatric surgery guide.
About seeing an endocrinologist in Medellín
How much does a private consultation with an endocrinologist in Medellín cost?
What conditions does an endocrinologist treat?
When should I see an endocrinologist?
What tests does an endocrinologist order?
Do I need a referral to see a private endocrinologist?
Does an endocrinologist treat obesity? Do they perform bariatric surgery?
What does an endocrinologist do if I have a thyroid nodule?
What is the difference between an endocrinologist and an internist?
If I am traveling from another country, can the endocrinologist review my diabetes treatment?
What hemoglobin A1c level indicates prediabetes or diabetes?
Not sure which tests you need?
The guide shows you what is reviewed for your concern and builds a quote for the consultation and the tests.
Related services
Request your appointment with an endocrinologist in Medellín
Tell us your concern and the tests you already have. We will confirm the price of the consultation and arrange the appointment and any tests still needed.