Endocrinology is the study of the structure and function of our glandular systems located in different parts of the body (e.g. pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, gonads, adrenal glands, pancreatic islets, gut, endothelium and bone). These organs secrete hormones to regulate growth, metabolism and reproduction in response to internal and external signals. Metabolism is the whole sum of cellular reactions for supplying the body with energy for survival. 

Loss of structure and function of these endocrine glands can lead to common diseases such as diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, thyroid dysfunction and osteoporosis. They are also causes to some rare diseases such as monogenic diabetes and familial hypercholesterolaemia. These conditions are encountered in clinical practice and their Mendelian mode of inheritance has important implications on cascade screening, genetic counselling and early targeted treatment. 

This one-year part-time programme is designed to update both health care professionals and researchers to recognize the diverse clinical presentations, current treatments, gaps in diagnosis and treatment as well as d emerging therapies in the field. Special emphasis will be put on conditions relevant to Asian populations. 

The programme is a key module of MEDM with award of diploma and professional credit points. The combined format of lectures, interactive workshops, case studies and clinical attachments will help learners stay abreast in this data era where genomic medicine and precision care are highly relevant to endocrine and metabolic diseases.