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Endocrinology MOC
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Core Modules
Module 3 — Neuroendocrinology
Module 14 — Gender Medicine, Pediatrics & Aging
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Key Concepts
HPA axis
HPG axis
HPT axis
Cortisol
CRH
ACTH
Insulin resistance
Allostatic load
Hormonal influence on immunity
Sexual dimorphism in immunity
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Cross-System Connections
Endocrine ↔ Immune:
Cortisol
suppresses inflammation,
Sex hormones and immunity
Endocrine ↔ Neuro:
Hypothalamus
as master regulator
Endocrine ↔ Metabolism:
Insulin resistance
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Thyroid and metabolism
Endocrine ↔ Psychology:
Stress hormones and behaviour