NIH MeSH · D004704Disciplines and Occupations
Endocrinology
Also known asEndocrinology and Metabolism Specialty · Metabolism and Endocrinology Specialty
Definition
A subspecialty of internal medicine concerned with the metabolism, physiology, and disorders of the ENDOCRINE SYSTEM.
MeSH classification
- H01.158.782.323
- H02.403.429.323
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Common questions about Endocrinology
What does Endocrinology mean in medicine?
A subspecialty of internal medicine concerned with the metabolism, physiology, and disorders of the ENDOCRINE SYSTEM. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Endocrinology known by any other names?
Yes. Endocrinology is also referred to as Endocrinology and Metabolism Specialty, Metabolism and Endocrinology Specialty in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Endocrinology sit in the medical classification?
Endocrinology falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H01.158.782.323, H02.403.429.323). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D004704) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗