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Endocrinologists are medical specialists who diagnose and treat disorders that involve the human glands and hormones. They are primarily known for treating diabetes, osteoporosis, thyroid imbalances, infertility, and issues surrounding menopause.
As an Endocrinologist you could be holding an initial consultation with a patient who has been referred by an MD and reviewing their medical records, ordering laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures for a young patient with early-onset osteoporosis, prescribing medication for a patient with an underactive thyroid, running tests to determine a cause of infertility in a male patient, or advising the parents of a young patient with Type 1 Diabetes.
It can take more than 16 years to become a fully qualified Endocrinologist in Australia, so you’ll need an abundance of focus, drive and patience to succeed in this occupation.
Specialist medical practitioners working in Australia, currently earn approximately $6,098 per week ($317,096 annually). This includes Endocrinologists. Increase your earning capacity by undertaking post-graduate research and joining the Endocrine Society of Australia.
There are currently 210 qualified Endocrinologists working in Australia right now. They work in private practice as well as for public health providers, fertility centres, and research laboratories.
To become an Endocrinologist you must already be a qualified medical doctor MD. This requires:
Once you are a registered MD you must apply to the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) to undertake specialist training. This includes 3 years of clinical training in Adult Internal Medicine and another 3 years of Advanced Training in Endocrinology.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
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