Meet specialist endocrinologist, Dr Marisa Noeth.
Endocrinology is a medical speciality that involves the study of endocrine glands and hormones that make up the endocrine system, which regulate vital functions like sleep, growth, metabolism, and reproduction.
What is the role of an endocrinologist?
An endocrinologist is a medical doctor whose expertise lies in analysing the body’s hormones. They help diagnose and treat hormone-related issues that can affect your overall health and well-being. Dr Marisa Noeth, a specialist endocrinologist, diagnoses and develops personalised treatment plans for a broad range of endocrine disorders, helping patients manage their health effectively.
ABOUT DR MARISA NOETH
Understanding that some diseases are neglected when it comes to treatment, often due to stigma or societal misconceptions, Dr Noeth aims to improve patients' lives by addressing their health concerns with compassionate care.
‘Have you had your booster shots? When was your cholesterol last checked?’
A physical exam is an opportunity for a more wide-ranging check-up.
PHYSICAL EXAM & GENERAL CHECK-UP
There is no need to wait for an illness to strike before you go for a health check-up. Be sure to see Dr Noeth for a regular check-up to prevent illness from going undiagnosed and help identify risk factors and problems before they become serious. Check-ups are also vital to manage your chronic condition more effectively and make sure that your body is functioning optimally.
As an endocrinologist, Dr Noeth can provide a general health check-up. After asking questions about your personal and family medical history, Dr Noeth may conduct the following:
- Check your height and weight measurements
- Do a blood pressure check
- Do a cholesterol level check
- Conduct a blood sugar test
- Check your throat, ears and eyes
- Record your heart waves with an electrocardiogram
- Suggest a chest X-ray if indicated
- Discuss your diet and exercise habits, smoking, drinking and sexual lifestyle
- Advise certain immunisations and booster shots, talk about your mental health and wellbeing, and do an echocardiography (heart ultrasound) if needed.
