Dr. Shashank R. Joshi
MD, DM, FACP, FRCP, FACE
Dr. Joshi is a diabetologist and endocrinologist who has been associated with Lilavati Hospital for 18 years. A gold medalist and topper in MBBS, MD and DM, he has delivered over 200 national and international orations.
He has led national bodies in diabetes and endocrinology, served as principal investigator in multinational trials, and authored over 800 research papers.
More About Dr. JoshiDiabetology & Endocrinology
Evidence-based care across diabetes, obesity, thyroid, bone and growth disorders.
Diabetology
Evidence-based diabetes care, shaped by decades of practice and multinational clinical trials in diabetes.
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Diagnosis and management of hormonal and metabolic disorders, grounded in evidence-based research.
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Research-led approach to obesity, including studies on the Asian Indian "thin-fat" phenotype.
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Care for thyroid conditions, with published work on co-morbidities in hypothyroidism.
Learn moreOsteoporosis & Bone Health
Evidence-based research and care for osteoporosis and bone health.
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Management of growth disorders, including Adult Growth Hormone deficiency, a focus of multinational trials.
Learn moreA Career in Evidence-Based Medicine
Health Insights
Practical, easy-to-read articles on diabetes, thyroid, weight and bone health.
Understanding HbA1c: What Your Diabetes Numbers Mean
HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the last two to three months. Here is how to read it and why it matters.
Underactive Thyroid: Common Signs and When to Get Tested
Tiredness, weight gain and feeling cold can all point to a thyroid problem. Learn the signs and what testing involves.
The "Thin-Fat" Indian: Why Waist Size Matters More Than Weight
Asian Indians can carry high body fat and diabetes risk at a modest weight. Here is why waist size is a better guide.