Doctors & Advocates
There are many doctors and organizations who are working hard to provide accurate information on thyroid issues.
American Thyroid Association  [offsite link]
Up-to-date information for thyroid patients and their families.The American Thyroid Association is dedicated to serving as a resource for the public by promoting the prevention, treatment and cure of thyroid-related diseases.
American Thyroid Patients [offsite link]
American Thyroid Patients is a group of state thyroid support group founders. Scroll through the list to find the group for your area. Doctor Partnerships 
Finding a doctor who is willing to be a supportive partner is vital to successfully treating thyroid disorders. Each patient needs to be comfortable in asking question and knowing that the physician is listening and responding to the patient's symptoms. Doctors Who Test for Thyroid Antibodies
When people show up at their Doctor´s Offices, with symptoms matching those listed for thyroid disorders, in my opinion they should test them for thyroid antibodies. Thyroid autoimmunity can potentially cause symptoms before hormones are affected. Better Doctors test for thyroid antibodies. How To Get the Most from Your Doctor Visits [offsite link]
Article by Jim Lowrance: You can make your doctor a better one for you, by becoming a partner with him, in your health concerns. Find out in this article, ways to accomplish this! MedlinePlus: Thyroid Diseases [offsite link]
Here is an all-in-one source of information on thyroid diseases by the U.S. Gov. National Institutes of Health. Lots of links at this source to reputable, helpful information. Why Information and Support For Thyroid Patients?
Patients with thyroid diseases often need education and support to help them cope, especially when it is a newly diagnosed patient. By educating and supporting patients, they learn to better cope with their disease. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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