Summit Endocrinology
Conditions Treated
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disorders
- Thyroid Cancer management
- Osteoporosis
- Cholesterol disorders
- Adrenal gland disorders
- Pituitary gland disorders
- Menstrual disorders
- Testosterone disorders
Comprehensive Diabetes Management
We can help you manage all aspects of diabetes – including prevention of complications, self-management, and prescriptions.
Diabetes Education
Our on-site educators can help answer all your questions about taking care of yourself including carb counting, exercise, meal planning, nutrition, insulin therapy, and more.
Prescriptions
We can write prescriptions for your diabetes medications and supplies.
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
We can help you track your blood glucose levels over time. This will show us if we need to adjust your diabetes management plan.
Insulin Pumps
Learn about insulin pump therapy and the different types of insulin pumps. We can help determine if you would be a good candidate for an insulin pump as well as order, set-up, and train you on using a pump.
Insulin Starts
We can help you with insulin therapy using vials or pens.
Meal Planning
You'll learn how to plan meals, count carbohydrates, manage cholesterol, and develop healthy eating habits.
Exercise Planning
To maintain your fitness, we will help you determine which activities are right for you.
Preventing Complications
Our team will help you avoid complications from diabetes – including monitoring your eye, kidney, foot, and dental health.
Group Classes
We offer classes on all aspects of diabetes including self-management. Call (717) 217-6820 for times and topics.
Thyroid ultrasound
An imaging method used to see the thyroid -- a gland in the neck that regulates metabolism.
Thyroid fine needle aspiration biopsy
A procedure to obtain tissue for analysis of thyroid cells.
No referrals needed to schedule appointment with one the endocrinologists. Referral necessary for registered nurses and certified dietitians.
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Jose Galindo, Jr., MD, is board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, and internal medicine. He is able to perform thyroid ultrasounds and thyroid biopsies.
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Carina Signori, DO, is board certified in internal medicine and specializes in endocrinology and metabolism.
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Tracey Wiley, MSN, CRNP, BC-ADM, is a certified registered nurse practitioner who is board-certified in advanced diabetes management. She has experience in intensive insulin therapy, insulin pump management, Diabetes Self-Management Training, lipid management, and management of blood pressure. Wiley is able to provide comprehensive care for her patients and can prescribe medications and supplies. She is currently accepting new patients, ages 13 and over.
Call (717) 217-6820 to make an appointment.
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Melissa Benzon, RD, LDN, CDE, CLC, provides Diabetes Self-Management Training, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Training, and Insulin Pump Training. She is a Certified Lifestyle Counselor, Certified Pump Trainer on Animas, Medtronic, and Omnipod insulin pumps, certified on continuous glucose monitoring for Dex Com and Medtronic Real Time Sensor and also has her Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management. Call (717) 217-6820 to make an appointment.
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Kristan Eddy Thorne, RD, LDN, CDE, provides Diabetes Self-Management Training and Medical Nutrition Therapy at Waynesboro Hospital. |
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Karen Polensky, MS, RD, LDN, CDE, is a Certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian providing Diabetes Self-Management Training, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Insulin Pump Training and Continuous Glucose Monitoring Training. She is a Certified Trainer for Animas, Medtronic, and Omnipod insulin pumps and Dexcom and Medtronic continuous glucose monitoring systems. Call (717) 217-6820 to make an appointment. |
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Jennifer Ruby, RD, is a Registered Dietitian that provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and is a Certified Personal Trainer. She is also a Certified Trainer for Adult Weight Management. |
Diabetes affects more than 26 million people in the United States. It occurs when blood sugar levels in the body consistently stay above normal. Left unmanaged, diabetes could cause major damage to your body.
If you have never been tested for diabetes, but are experiencing any of the warning signs below, please talk to your doctor immediately.
- Increased thirst
- Increased hunger (especially after eating)
- Dry mouth
- Frequent urination
- Unexplained weight loss (even though you are eating and feel hungry
- Fatigue (weak, tired feeling)
- Blurred vision
- Headaches
- Loss of consciousness (rare)
If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, call (717) 217-6820 to learn more about Summit Health’s expanded diabetes and nutrition management services. Summit Endocrinology includes a certified nurse practitioner who is board-certified in advanced diabetes management as well as certified diabetes educators and registered dietitians.
To make an appointment, call (717) 217-6820.