Endocrinologist

An endocrinologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats disorders of the endocrine system—the network of glands that produce hormones regulating metabolism, growth, reproduction, and other vital functions throughout the body. Because PCOS is fundamentally an endocrine disorder involving imbalances in insulin, androgens, and reproductive hormones, an endocrinologist is uniquely qualified to investigate the hormonal root causes of symptoms, conduct comprehensive hormone testing, prescribe targeted treatments like metformin or hormonal therapies, and monitor for long-term metabolic complications like diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Many women with PCOS benefit from seeing an endocrinologist alongside their gynecologist for more specialized hormonal management.