Bring Your Body Back into Balance

Your hormones have a big impact on how your body functions even how you think or feel. When they aren't being produced properly, processes such as growth and development, metabolism, mood, reproduction, sexual function and sleep can be affected.  Marshall Health Network's team of endocrinologists are here to help bring your body back into balance with proven treatments for hormone-related diseases and disorders.

What is Endocrinology?

Endocrinology is the study of the endocrine system. The endocrine system includes several important glands: pituitary gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, adrenal glands, pancreas, ovaries and testes.

These glands release hormones, which are chemical messengers between cells. When you produce too many or too little, your body's processes are impacted.


Conditions We Treat

Our team of endocrinologists diagnose and treat conditions dealing with the endocrine system, including:

Diabetes and Blood Sugar Disorders

  • Type 1 diabetes
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Gestational diabetes
  • Prediabetes

Thyroid Disorders

  • Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
  • Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
  • Thyroid nodules
  • Thyroid cancer

Hormonal and Metabolic Disorders

  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Obesity and metabolic syndrome
  • Adrenal disorders
  • Pituitary disorders
  • Hormone deficiencies
  • Pituitary tumors

Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance

You may benefit from an endocrinology evaluation if you experience:

  • Unexplained weight gain or weight loss
  • Fatigue or weakness
  • Excessive thirst or frequent urination
  • Hair loss or excessive hair growth
  • Mood changes or depression
  • Irregular menstrual cycles
  • Difficulty controlling blood sugar
  • Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent complications.

Treatment Options

Our physicians will work to create a personalized care plan based on your individual needs and preferences. Treatment can include lifestyle and diet changes, diabetes management, nutrition counseling and medication.

Henin A. Alsamarraie, MD

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Nesreen A. BenHamed, MD

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Henry K. Driscoll, MD, FACP

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Sobia Faisal, MD

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Pruthvi Goparaju, MD

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Maria G. Luzuriaga, MD

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Bruce Chertow Diabetes Center

A provider-based department of Cabell Huntington Hospital
Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center
1249 15th Street
3rd Floor
Huntington, WV 25701
Phone: 304.691.1000

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Marshall Internal Medicine

A provider-based department of Cabell Huntington Hospital
Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center
1249 15th Street
2nd & 3rd Floor
Huntington, WV 25701
Phone: 304.691.1000

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Marshall Internal Medicine - Teays Valley

An outpatient department of Cabell Huntington Hospital
Marshall Health-Teays Valley Main Building
300 Corporate Center Drive
2nd Floor
Scott Depot, WV 25560
Phone: 304.691.6910

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CONTACT US

For an appointment with one of our endocrinologists, call Marshall Internal Medicine at 304.691.1000 (Huntington) or 304.691.6910 (Teays Valley).