Endocrinologists are specially trained physicians who diagnose and treat diseases related to the glands and hormones. The diseases they are trained to treat often affect other parts of the body beyond glands. Because endocrinologist are specialized to treat hormonal diseases and conditions in depth, they are best suited to provide the best possible treatment available.
Some of the more common conditions treated by an endocrinologist are:
An endocrinologist works together with your PCP. Going to an endocrinologist gives you an extra opinion to ensure your health is as good as it can be.
Our knowledge and understanding of hormonal diseases is constantly changing and an endocrinologist’s job is to know these changes and understand the newest treatments available to patients. This way you’ll have access to the newest, most innovative treatment for your specific condition.
Please bring the following:
The Endocrinology Wellness Institute has a 48-hour rescheduling/cancellation policy.
If you miss, cancel or reschedule your appointment with less than 48-hours notice, you will be charged $25.
It’s important to be able to tend to all our patients who need our care and attention. Out of respect to our physician and our patients, by giving last minute notice or no notice at all, you prevent another patient to see the doctor during that time slot.
We appreciate your cooperation. Please avoid this cancellation fee.
Dr. Rodríguez is currently accepting the following:
If you do not see your insurance company among the above list, Dr. Rodríguez services can also be available as an out-of-network provider. Please ask your insurance company for details on out-of-network billing and services.
For patients without insurance, self-pay rates and payment plans are also available. For detailed information, please contact our staff at 561-600-2408 or email us at info@endocrinologywellness.com.
Being a diabetes patient and a mom herself, Dr. Rodríguez is committed to provide special attention to all her diabetes patients who decide to have a baby.
Most women with diabetes can have a safe pregnancy and delivery if they have tight blood sugar control before becoming pregnant. An endocrinologist, as part of your pregnancy medical team, is the specialist best suited to help you keep a tight control of your blood sugar levels to ensure the health of your baby and yours too.
With careful planning, proper medical care and good self-care, you can have a safe pregnancy and a healthy baby.
Some women develop a temporary diabetes during their pregnancy, called gestational diabetes. Women with gestational diabetes also need special care during their pregnancy. Even if this type of diabetes is in most cases temporary, these moms and unborn babies could also benefit from visiting an endocrinologist to learn how to best manage their specific condition.
YES. Please bring any or all glucose meters you currently use to all your appointments with Dr. Rodríguez. Please arrive a few minutes earlier to your scheduled appointment and give your meter/s to the receptionist upon check-in. This way, we’ll ensure the receptionist or medical assistant will download the latest data from the meter and have it available for Dr. Rodríguez review.
Unfortunately, no.
However, if you’re close to turning 18 and have a endocrine condition currently being treated by a pediatric endocrinologist, Dr. Rodríguez can certainly work with you, your parents and your current pediatric endocrinologist to develop a transition plan to ensure your continuity of care.
Dr. Rodríguez has hospital privileges at:
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