Services Overview
Diabetes & Endocrinology Centre
Introduction

The Diabetes and Endocrinology Centre

The Diabetes and Endocrinology Centre, in collaboration with other departments of the Hong Kong Baptist Hospital including departments of Pathology, Heart Centre, Dietetics, Ophthalmology and Podiatry Service, provides comprehensive service for patients with diabetes and endocrine diseases. The Centre is committed to offering holistic treatment and care to patients, in particular patient education, prevention and management of diseases and complications.

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Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

DM is a metabolic disease by which people cannot regulate the blood glucose (sugar) level. This can be due to insufficient insulin production or insulin resistance, so that, glucose cannot be consumed as energy source effectively, resulting in high blood glucose level, while extra glucose will be excreted in urine. High blood glucose levels may lead to acute or chronic complications.

  • Acute Diabetic Complication: High blood glucose with the presence of ketone in the body is a feature of diabetic ketoacidosis or hyperosmolar non-ketotic hyperglycaemia. Patient may present with nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, marked dehydration and even coma, which is a life threatening medical emergency.
  • Chronic Diabetic Complications: Persistent high blood glucose levels may lead to vascular and nerve damages, which in turn affect organ functions as followings:
    • Retinopathy – Diabetes is one of the leading causes, blindness may result if retinopathy gets worse.
    • Kidney Disease – Diabetes is one of the most common causes of renal failure, 20% to 40% diabetic patients suffered from it.
    • Heart Disease and Stroke – Diabetic patients are more likely to have heart disease and stroke.
    • Neuropathy and Peripheral Vascular Diseases – Symptoms like painful tingling sensation in legs, numbness and ulcers are commonly found in diabetic patients. Ulcers may easily become In serious case, amputation may be required. Consult a podiatrist when necessary.
    • Sexual Dysfunction – More than 10% of male patients suffer

 

Endocrine Diseases

Endocrine Diseases are related to malfunctioning of endocrine system. Endocrine system comprises a number of endocrine glands which produce and release hormones to control important haemostasis, such as growth development, tissue function, metabolism, sexual function and reproduction. Our centre provides diagnostic tests and management to patients with challenging endocrine diseases.

  • Thyroid disorder: Thyroid gland syntheses and secretes thyroid hormone which regulate our body metabolism. Common disorders of thyroid gland include hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and thyroid nodule.
  • Pituitary disorder: Pituitary gland secretes the major types of hormones among all endocrine glands. Common tumors arising from pituitary gland include prolactinoma, growth hormone adenoma (acromegaly), Cushing’s disease and non-functioning pituitary adenoma.
  • Adrenal disorder: Adrenal gland secretes hormones to regulate the body fluid balance and osmolarity. Three main functioning adrenal tumors are Conn’s adenoma, pheochromocytoma and Cushing’s syndrome.
  • Metabolic syndrome: It refers to a cluster of metabolic risk factors including central obesity, high triglyceride level, low HDL-cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
  • Osteoporosis: Decrease of estrogen level will result in higher bone fracture risk in postmenopausal women.
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS): Majority of patients are obese and present with hirsutisim (increase hair growth) and menstrual irregularity.
Service Hours & Contact

* Effective from 26 June 2023 (Monday), Diabetes and Endocrinology Centre will be relocated to 3/F, Block B, and the service hours will be adjusted accordingly. Please stay tuned and we look forward to serving you at the new location.

Monday to Friday 9:30am to 12:00noon
3:00pm to 5:30pm
Saturday 10:00am to 1:00pm
Sunday and Public Holidays Closed

For enquiries and appointments, please contact us at: (By appointment only)

  • 3/F, Block B, 222 Waterloo Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
  • 2339 5990 / 2339 8836
  • 2339 5994
  • dec@hkbh.org.hk

Doctor
Dr.WONG Lai Sze Alice
Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology
Qualifications
MBBS(HK)
MRCP(UK)
DFM(HKCFP)
DPD(Cardiff)
FRCP(Edin)
FHKCP
FHKAM(Medicine)
Specialist in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Integrated Weight Management Programme

Integrated Weight Management Programme

Integrated weight management programme is an one-stop weight loss platform designed by multidisciplinary professional team. Team members, including endocrinologist, dietitian, physiotherapist and dedicated nurse, will tailor make a safe and personalized scheme for those with obesity. If treatment outcome is suboptimal, pharmacological approach can be considered, and further referral can be made to surgeon and psychologist to assess the suitability of metabolic surgery, when appropriate.

Targets:

Adult with BMI 27.5 or above. Enquiry from patient with chronic diseases who is overweight (BMI 23 or above) is also welcomed.

Programme Leaflet

What is Obesity

World Health Organization (WHO) defines obesity as excessive accumulation of fat that presents a risk to health. Obesity is a risk factor for a number of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, degenerative arthritis, kidney disease and certain types of cancer etc.

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Possible underlying endocrine causes of obesity can be identified through medical assessment and treated appropriately. After exclusion of pathological causes, diet modification and exercise are the cornerstones of any obesity management. Dietitian and physiotherapist will guide patient to achieve appropriate and feasible weight loss through establishing proper eating and exercise habit. A modest weight loss of 5%-10% of the initial body weight, generally at a rate of 1 to 2 pounds per week, and maintenance of that weight loss can reduce risk of chronic disease.

Programme Details

Part I #
Health Examination & Consultation
Endocrinologist’s Physical Examination & Consultation (2 visits)  *
Nurse Assessment  *
Body Composition Analysis  *
Investigation Report  *
Ultrasound Examination
USG Upper Abdomen  *
Cardiac Examination
Electrocardiogram  *
Laboratory Tests
Complete Blood Count, Liver Function Test, Renal Function Test, Lipid Profile Tests, Glucose (Fasting), Haemoglobin A1c, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, Calcium, Inorganic Phosphates, Routine Urinalysis  *
Cortisol – Overnight Dexamethasone Suppression Test (ONDST)  (#Test on separate day)  *
Part II #  
Endocrinologist Consultation

(3 Visits at 1st, 3rd & 6th Month)

  *
Dietitian Programme

(5 Visits / 6 Months)

  *
Physiotherapy Programme 

(6 Visits / First 6 Months)

 *
Part III 
Physiotherapy Programme 

(6 Visits / Another 6 Months)

 *

Package price

Remarks 

  • # Participants in this programme must be assessed by doctor for their suitability.
  • The effect of weight loss varies individually. Patient should follow the guidance of dietitians and physiotherapists to work for a balanced diet and moderate exercise. This programme does not guarantee weight loss.
  • If treatment outcome is suboptimal, pharmacological approach can be considered, and further referral can be made to surgeon and psychologist to assess the suitability of metabolic surgery, when appropriate.
Package Offer

Diabetes & Complication Screening with Cardiovascular Risk Assessment

 

Items DM
Complication
Screening
DM Complication
Screening with
Cardiovascular
Risk Assessment
Health Examination & Assessment
Physical Examination by Endocrinologist  √  √
Endocrinologist Consultation (2 visits)  √  √
Nurse Assessment  √  √
Dietitian Consultation  √  √
Investigation Report  √  √
Screening for Eye Problem
Ophthalmologist Consultation  √  √
General Eye Examination by Ophthalmologist  √  √
Fundus Photography  √  √
Screening for Foot Problem
General Foot Examination  √  √
Vibration Perception Threshold  √  √
10g Monofilament Foot Sensation Test  √  √
Cardiac Examinations
Electrocardiogram  √  √
Echocardiogram  √
Treadmill Exercise Test  √
Laboratory Tests
Complete Blood Count  √
Renal Function Test  √
Liver Function Test  √
Lipid Profile Tests  √
Fasting Glucose  √
Haemoglobin A1C  √
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Calcium  √
Inorganic Phosphates
Routine Urinalysis  √
Urine Microalbumin/Creatinine Ratio  √  √

For enquiry, please call

  • 2339 5990