We Are Endocrine Care Specialists In Columbus, GA and Opelika, Auburn AL
East Alabama Endocrinology offers high-quality, consistent, and compassionate care to each and every patient. We not only evaluate each patient’s current health and symptoms with our expertise, we also track and review our patients’ health continuously – using health data and results to create personalized treatment plans.
We are currently accepting new patients.
Diabetes Treatment
We are experts in the field of treating diabetes. Using all of the latest advancements in technology, treatment has become much more sophisticated. Using API Glucometers at home allows Dr. Baliga to monitor your blood-sugar level at any time.
We offer onsite treatment and technology such as:
- Continuous glucose monitoring: Libre, Dexcom, Eversense (We were the first clinic in the country to use Eversense, the world’s first implantable sensor). and Guardian Connect.
- Insulin pump therapy: Metronics, Omnipod, Tandem and Vigo)
- Bigfoot unity device
The endocrine system plays a crucial role in hormone regulation. Our clinic is here to treat your hormone deficiences.
If you need to speak with a specialist for weight-loss, muscle mass, hair loss and many other conditions that may be affecting your over-all health, visit us today.
Dr. Baliga and the team is well versed in Men’s health treatment such as testosterone regulation and enhancement.
You won’t be disappointed in your results with endocrinology treatment!
Men's Health
Women's Health
There are many endocrine issues that affect women’s sexual health that could go unnoticed.
If you are concerned that you have an untreated endocrine problem that is affecting your sexual health then speaking with a specialist may be the right choice.
Small changes with one gland can throw off the delicate balance of hormones and can cause:
- Temperature regulation
- Persistent weight issues
- Constant fatigue
- Trouble getting pregnant
- Irregular menstrual cycles
Obesity is a leading cause of many chronic illnesses. Several thyroid and endocrine conditions could lead to obesity. Dr. Baliga treats endocrine issues and can provide pivotal care and treatment to helping facilitate weight-loss.
Many diseases are associated with obesity such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, arthritis, heart, lung and liver disease and more. Treating your endocrine issues will assist in your road to weight loss.
Weight Loss
Thyroid Management
Your thyroid releases and controls hormones that regulate your metabolism, heart function and digestive function. There are many associated issues that may occur with thyroid disease. Dr. Baliga uses advanced processes to help people that battle with thyroid disease and related issues
The East Alabama Endocrinology team offers comprehensive treatment for all thyroid related-disorders. Visit us and change your life!
Here at East Alabama Endocrinology, we have specialists who work specifically with patients with endocrinology related conditions. You are getting the best treatment and the best care from the experts who know how to help.
We are among the first clinics to offer advanced technology to our patients. Schedule an appointment and we would be happy to show you how this technology can change the way you live forever.
Special Care
Devices and Procedures
The Bigfoot Unity Program includes the Bigfoot Unity System, the first-of-its-kind smart pen caps that incorporate integrated continuous glucose monitor (iCGM) data and health care provider instructions to provide insulin dose recommendations for people with diabetes who use multiple daily injections (MDI) of insulin.1
No more anxious guesswork. No more endless fingersticks+. The Bigfoot Unity Diabetes Management System is part of an entirely new, simple program designed to help you manage insulin-requiring diabetes holistically.
It’s your real-time, always-there partner, so you don’t need to do it all alone.
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is a compact medical system that automatically and continuously tracks glucose levels at all times. We offer various continuous glucose monitoring devices, including: Freestyle Libre, Dexcom, Guardian Connect, and Eversense.
An insulin pump is a small device that can help you manage your diabetes. It delivers continuous and customized doses of rapid-acting insulin 24 hours a day to match your body’s needs. The pump provides insulin to your body in two ways:
Small amounts of insulin that are released continuously throughout the day.
Additional insulin can be delivered on demand to match food intake or to correct high blood sugar.
We work with pumps such as: Medtronic devices, Omnipod, Tandem, and Vgo.
During a fine needle aspiration biopsy of the thyroid, a small sample of tissue is removed from the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located in front of the neck just above the neckline and is shaped like a butterfly, with two lobes on either side of the neck. connected by a narrow band of tissue.
A needle biopsy (needle aspiration) uses a hollow needle to remove a tissue sample from a suspicious area for lab analysis.
TESTOPEL® is the only FDA-approved testosterone pellet available to help restore testosterone levels in men with low testosterone (Low T).
- TESTOPEL® helps restore testosterone levels in men with Low T for 3 to 4 months, sometimes up to 6 months
- TESTOPEL® is covered by a majority of commercial insurance plans
Procedures We Offer
The Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) is the systolic pressure at the ankle, divided by the systolic pressure at the arm. It has been shown to be a specific and sensitive metric for the diagnosis of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Additionally, the ABI has been shown to predict mortality and adverse cardiovascular events independent of traditional CV risk factors.
An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create pictures of the heart. The picture and information it produces is more detailed than a standard x-ray image. An echocardiogram does not expose you to radiation.
The images can help them get information about:
- the size of the heart, for instance, if there is any change in the chamber size, dilation, or thickening
- blood clots in the heart chambers
- fluid in the sac around the heart
- problems with the aorta, which is the main artery connected to the heart
- problems with the pumping function or relaxing function of the heart
- problems with the function of heart valves
- pressure in the heart
An echocardiogram is key in determining the health of the heart muscle, especially after a heart attack.
A carotid ultrasound is an exam that combines two types of ultrasound to look for blockages in your carotid arteries. It is simple and painless.
The carotid arteries are located along both sides of your neck. Blocked carotid arteries are a major risk factor of stroke.
An ultrasound is a type of scan that uses sound waves to produce a picture of the inside of your body. The two types of ultrasound used in a carotid ultrasound are conventional ultrasound and Doppler ultrasound.
A Renal Artery Duplex is an ultrasound test that uses high frequency
sound waves (ultrasound) to examine the renal arteries and measure
the blood flow. The renal arteries deliver blood to the kidneys.
Renal artery disease, including narrowing (stenosis) due to
atherosclerosis, can result in reduced blood-flow to the kidney. This can
cause hypertension. Renal artery stenosis is the most common
correctable cause of hypertension. Long-standing, untreated renal
artery disease is also an important factor in kidney failure.
Locations
Alabama: 3320 Skyway Dr #608, Auburn, AL 36830
Georgia: 1400 Bradley Lake Blvd, Columbus, GA 31904
Hours
AL (Central Time): Monday 8AM–4PM
Tuesday 8AM–5PM
Wednesday 8AM–5PM
Thursday 8AM–4PM
Friday 8AM–12PM
GA (Eastern Time): Monday – Friday 8AM-5PM