02/21/2017
Did you know: Dr. Hooks is specifically trained in Endocrinology.
She is able to diagnose diseases related to the glands. The diseases she is trained to treat often affect other parts of the body beyond glands. While primary care providers know a lot about the human body, for diseases and conditions directly related to glands such as Menopause, Lack of growth, Osteoporosis, Thyroid, Cholesterol disorders, Hypertension, Infertility, Diabetes, cancers of the endocrine glands, Dr. Hooks may be able to provide direct care for theses issues.
The Endocrine system is the collection of glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, s*xual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood, among other things. The hormones affect metabolism, weight, cholesterol levels, muscle strength, brain development, breathing and functioning of the heart and nervous system.