Endocrinology – Dr Ahmed Mowafy

Endocrinology Book by Dr Ahmed Mowafy is a comprehensive and clinically focused resource designed to simplify the field of hormonal and metabolic disorders for medical students, interns and early trainees. This endocrinology book presents essential endocrine topics in a structured and practical format, making it easier for learners to understand hormone physiology, disease mechanisms and diagnostic pathways.

The book covers a wide range of endocrine systems including thyroid disorders, pituitary diseases, adrenal conditions, diabetes mellitus, metabolic bone disease, reproductive endocrinology and electrolyte disturbances. Each chapter highlights high-yield clinical insights, allowing readers to connect symptoms with hormone abnormalities and build strong diagnostic reasoning.

1. Clinical Foundations:
• Approach to key endocrine symptoms including weight changes, fatigue and polyuria
• Recognition of endocrine emergencies such as adrenal crisis and diabetic ketoacidosis
• Identification of critical red flags and subtle hormonal clues

2. Diagnostic Interpretation:
• Understanding hormone assays and endocrine laboratory profiles
• Interpretation of thyroid function tests, cortisol levels and calcium metabolism
• Basics of imaging including thyroid ultrasound and pituitary MRI

3. Management Principles:
• Evidence-based treatment strategies for both acute and chronic endocrine diseases
• Practical medication adjustments and follow-up plans
• Lifestyle and long-term monitoring approaches in endocrine care

This endocrinology book serves as an excellent companion for clinical rotations, examinations and ward-based teaching, offering clarity, confidence and a strong foundation in endocrine medicine.