Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolic Diseases

Living with an endocrine disorder or diabetes can affect every part of your life. At MUSC Health, we treat the whole person—not just the disease. Our multidisciplinary team delivers expert care tailored to your needs, combining advanced treatment with education, support, and long-term management.

Whether you're newly diagnosed or managing a complex condition, our specialists build personalized care plans around your health goals and lifestyle. We offer:

• Consultation, diagnosis, and treatment for all endocrine and metabolic conditions
• A full spectrum of services, including lab testing, imaging, medication management, and patient education
• Advanced therapies and clinical trials
• Seamless coordination with surgeons, cardiologists, nephrologists, orthopedists, and other specialists as needed
• Care close to home, with clinics across Charleston and throughout South Carolina
• In-person and telehealth appointments

Conditions We Treat

• Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
• Thyroid Disorders
• Adrenal and Pituitary Conditions
• Metabolic Bone Disease
• Cholesterol and Lipid Disorders
• Obesity and Weight Management
• Endocrine Tumors
• Hormonal Imbalances

Comprehensive Diabetes Care

MUSC Health delivers advanced, personalized care for every stage of diabetes. We treat type 1, type 2, gestational diabetes, and prediabetes, helping you manage your condition and reduce risks for complications. In addition, our team has extensive experience with gestational diabetes and pregnancy in patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Our care team includes board-certified endocrinologists, nurse practitioners, diabetes educators, pharmacists, registered dietitians, and other specialists you may need. Together, we create a plan that fits your lifestyle and empowers you to take control of your health.

Our diabetes management and treatment services include:

• Blood sugar monitoring
• Diabetes education and support
• Screening, prevention and treatment for diabetes complications
• Coordination of nutrition and weight management plans
• Insulin administration and personalized instruction
• Insulin pump therapy
• Targeted medication therapies, including type 2 diabetes resistance inhibitors

Our diabetes self-management programs support both physical and emotional health, guiding patients through blood sugar monitoring, medication use, nutrition planning, and a better understanding of their condition—all with help from certified diabetes educators.

Diabetes Education: The IDEAL Program

A diabetes diagnosis can feel overwhelming. MUSC’s Intensive Diabetes Education and Awareness Lifestyle (IDEAL) program helps you take charge of your health through personalized education and hands-on support. Certified by the American Diabetes Association, IDEAL provides:

• One-on-one and group education sessions
• Insulin initiation and regulation
• Insulin pump education and continuous glucose monitoring training
• Medication management, including oral agents and insulin
• Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
• Home blood-glucose monitoring instruction
• A dedicated care team, including an endocrinologist, pharmacist, and certified educators

Specialized Diabetes Programs

MOMs Program: Diabetes & Pregnancy

Our Management of Maternal Diabetes (MOMs) Program offers expert care for pregnant women with Type 1, Type 2, or gestational diabetes. We coordinate closely with obstetric teams to ensure healthy outcomes for both mother and baby.

Learn more or refer a patient: MUSC MOMs Diabetes Program

WADE Program: Preventive Support for Women

The Women Against Diabetes through Empowerment (WADE) Program is a year-long, community-based program for women 18+ at risk for or managing diabetes. In partnership with Fetter Health Care Network, WADE combines lifestyle coaching, support, and education for sustainable health changes.

Learn more about the WADE Program
wade-program@musc.edu

Endocrinology Services

MUSC Health offers leading-edge care for hormonal and endocrine conditions. From common thyroid disorders to complex endocrine tumors, our specialists deliver expert diagnosis and treatment.

Our Specialty Clinics

Endocrine Neoplasia & Hormonal Disorders

Located at Hollings Cancer Center, this clinic brings together endocrinologists, oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists to treat:

• Thyroid cancer and nodules
• Adrenal, pituitary, and parathyroid tumors
• Neuroendocrine tumors
• Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) types I and II
• Inherited endocrine syndromes

Referrals: 843-792-9300

Advanced Lipid Disorders

Our experts evaluate cardiovascular risk and treat complex lipid issues to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. Care is coordinated with MUSC cardiologists and vascular specialists.

Virtual Endocrinology Care

MUSC Health offers endocrinology telehealth services, providing virtual consultations for conditions like diabetes, thyroid disorders, and osteoporosis. These services connect you with board-certified endocrinologists via secure video conferencing, ensuring high-quality care from your home. To learn more and schedule an appointment, visit our Virtual Visits page.

Meet Our Experts

Led by nationally recognized endocrinologist Dr. Marc-Andre Cornier, our team includes specialists in:

• Diabetes
• Obesity
• Lipid Disorders
• Metabolic Bone Disease
• Endocrine Tumors
• General Endocrinology