About Dr. Hortencia Garcia, MD
Dr. Hortencia Garcia is an endocrinologist currently practicing at Medex Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Forest Hills, NY. She is known to be a compassionate, empathetic, and detail-oriented provider with excellent listening and communication skills. Dr. Garcia explains patients’ conditions, prepares individualized treatment plans, and conducts follow-ups to monitor progress. She also offers lifestyle and diet counseling to support recovery and prevent future health conditions. Dr. Garcia graduated from the Autonomous University of Ciudad Juárez – Institute of Biomedical Sciences. She completed her internal medicine residency at BronxCare Health System. Furthermore, she did a fellowship in endocrinology at Winthrop University Hospital.
Credentials
Specialties
Endocrinologist
Practice names
Medex Diagnostic & Treatment Center
Education and training
- Winthrop-University Hospital, Fellowship in Endocrinology
- BronxCare Health System, Residency in Internal Medicine
Conditions Treated by Endocrinologists
- Diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes)
- Thyroid Disorders (Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Nodules, Goiter)
- Osteoporosis and Bone Health Issues
- Metabolic Disorders (e.g., Metabolic Syndrome)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Adrenal Gland Disorders (e.g., Addison’s Disease, Cushing’s Syndrome)
- Pituitary Gland Disorders (e.g., Pituitary Tumors)
- Hormonal Imbalances (e.g., Menopause, Low Testosterone)
- Growth Disorders (e.g., Gigantism, Dwarfism)
- Parathyroid Disorders (e.g., Hyperparathyroidism)
- Obesity and Weight Management Issues
- Infertility Related to Hormonal Imbalances
- Diabetes Insipidus
- Cholesterol and Lipid Disorders
- Rare Endocrine Tumors (e.g., Pheochromocytoma, Neuroendocrine Tumors)
Treatments and Procedures Provided by Endocrinologists
- Blood Glucose Monitoring and Diabetes Management
- Insulin Therapy and Medication Management for Diabetes
- Thyroid Function Tests and Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Osteoporosis Treatments, including Bisphosphonates and Calcium/Vitamin D Counseling
- Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause and Andropause
- Treatment for Adrenal and Pituitary Disorders (e.g., Hormone Replacement or Surgery Coordination)
- Management of PCOS with Lifestyle and Medication Strategies
- Growth Hormone Therapy
- Cholesterol Management through Lifestyle and Medication
- Weight Loss Counseling and Medication for Obesity
- Treatment of Infertility through Hormonal Therapy
- Advanced Endocrine Testing (e.g., ACTH Stimulation Test, Dexamethasone Suppression Test)
- Management of Lipid and Metabolic Disorders
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices and Insulin Pump Therapy
- Collaboration with Surgeons for Thyroid, Adrenal, and Pituitary Tumors
