Endocrinology

Your First Appointment

Your first visit with one of our board-certified providers at St. Joseph Hospital Endocrinology is not much different than a regular visit with a primary care provider. It includes an analysis of your medical history, a full body examination, and possibly blood/urine samples. We recommend that patients bring a notebook with them to their appointment, with their most recent symptoms as well as any medications that they may be taking.

What is a Thyroid Specialist?

A thyroid specialist is an endocrinologist with a special focus on diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions relating to the thyroid.

About the Thyroid

The thyroid is a small, butterfly shaped gland situated at the bottom of your neck, just below the Adam’s apple. Hormones produced by the thyroid gland, which are triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) both have an enormous impact on your health.

Common Thyroid Conditions

Our team of board-certified providers at the Thyroid Center of New Hampshire at St. Joseph Hospital Endocrinology in Nashua, New Hampshire, treat a wide array of conditions. Three common conditions treated are hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid cancer.

Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspiration

Malignant thyroid nodules are present in approximately 6% of the population and can be primarily detected through Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA). Several of the board-certified providers have extensive experience performing Ultrasound Guided Fine Needle Aspiration.

“Today I had my first appointment with an Endocrinologist. Brian Murphy was extremely patient and answered all of my questions in great detail. I had many. I not only appreciate his knowledge, but also his respectful manner. I highly recommend him.” – Cheryl

“Brian was extremely knowledgeable. He took the time to answer all my questions and concerns. I’m new to the area and was a little apprehensive about a new diabetic doctor, but Brian made me feel right at home. Very happy!” – Pamela

“Glad we came to Brian for direction regarding a PCP Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis for my husband. Brian guided us through the diabetes maze with his respectful, knowledgeable, easy manner and follow up recommendations. Very happy with this first time visit!” – Louise