Dr Chris Sankoorikal

Dr Chris Sankoorikal is an endocrinologist with a passion for providing comprehensive care to his patients. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery at Bangalore Medical College in India in 1997. Dr Sankoorikal's expertise lies in the field of endocrinology, with a special interest in gestational diabetes, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, insulin pump therapy, osteoporosis, and metabolic bone diseases.

Dr Sankoorikal pursued further training in endocrinology and general medicine at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle, Australia. He is now a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and a faculty member at the School of Medicine at the University of Newcastle. In addition to his academic commitments, Dr Sankoorikal holds consultant positions at John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital, and Lake Macquarie Private Hospital.

At the Diabetes & Endocrinology Clinic in Broadmeadow, Dr Sankoorikal offers private consultancy services. The clinic provides a comprehensive management program for adults with diabetes, aimed at promoting optimal health and well-being. Dr Sankoorikal works closely with a team of dedicated diabetes educators and dietitians to develop individually tailored diabetes management strategies for his patients. These strategies may include lifestyle advice, nutrition guidelines, carbohydrate assessment and meal planning, blood glucose monitoring (including continuous glucose monitoring), medical management, and insulin administration, including pump therapy.

In addition to diabetes management, the Diabetes & Endocrinology Clinic also offers evaluation and treatment for osteoporosis and other forms of metabolic bone disorders. Dr Sankoorikal's expertise extends to the evaluation and specialized management of a wide spectrum of hormonal disorders involving the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal gland, parathyroid gland, and gonads.

Dr Chris Sankoorikal's commitment to delivering high-quality care to his patients is reflected in his extensive qualifications and ongoing involvement in medical education. With his wealth of experience and dedication to his patients, Dr Sankoorikal continues to make a significant impact in the field of endocrinology.