Available A1C results and glucose data are helpful.
Referrals for clinicians
Your partner in endocrine and metabolic care.
Elite EndoMet—Elite Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Clinic—welcomes referrals for adults age 18 and older from primary care clinicians and specialists throughout Arkansas.
Led by Dr. Dinesh Edem, triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Obesity Medicine, our practice provides personalized, evidence-based care for diabetes, obesity, and a broad range of endocrine conditions.
We value your trust and the relationship you have established with your patient. Our goal is to complement your care with specialist evaluation, practical treatment recommendations, and clear communication.
Refer a patient
One secure destination for the referral and records.
When a referral is needed for insurance or care coordination, it may come from the patient’s primary care clinician or a specialist. Fax the referral and supporting records to the dedicated number below.
Referral fax888-707-2525Fax referrals and supporting clinical records
Conditions we evaluate and treat
Specialty care across the metabolic and endocrine spectrum.
Select any care area for a detailed patient-facing overview of the evaluation and treatment approach.
Obesity and Weight Management
Comprehensive medical weight management, including individualized lifestyle guidance and medication treatment when appropriate.
Type 2 Diabetes and Remission
Personalized diabetes management, cardiometabolic risk reduction, and evaluation for remission-focused care when clinically appropriate.
Type 1 Diabetes and Diabetes Technology
Insulin management, continuous glucose monitoring, insulin pump therapy, and automated insulin delivery systems.
Metabolic Health / Insulin Resistance
Evaluation of metabolic syndrome, cardiometabolic risk, insulin resistance, prediabetes, and fatty liver.
Thyroid Disorders
Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, goiter, and ongoing thyroid disease management.
Cholesterol, Lipids & Triglycerides
Elevated cholesterol, hypertriglyceridemia, and complex dyslipidemia.
Low Testosterone / Male Health
Evaluation of suspected testosterone deficiency, low libido, and associated hormonal concerns.
PMOS / PCOS / Irregular Periods
Evaluation and management of polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, androgen excess, and endocrine causes of menstrual irregularity.
Parathyroid and Calcium Disorders
Hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, hypercalcemia, hypocalcemia, and hypophosphatemia.
Osteoporosis and Bone Health
Osteoporosis, fracture-risk assessment, and metabolic bone disorders.
Pituitary Disorders
Pituitary adenomas, prolactin disorders, and pituitary hormone deficiencies or excess.
Adrenal and Cortisol Disorders
Adrenal nodules, adrenal insufficiency, and suspected adrenal hormone excess.
Patient demographics
Name, date of birth, phone number, and address.
Insurance information
Current coverage details and any required referral authorization.
Referral reason
Diagnosis or clinical concern, the question you would like addressed, and requested urgency.
Relevant clinical notes
Recent office notes and pertinent medical history.
Medication list and allergies
Include relevant supplements and prior treatments.
Available testing
Relevant laboratory results, imaging, pathology, or bone-density reports.
Referring clinician details
Name, practice, phone number, and fax number for correspondence.
For thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, or bone-health referrals, include relevant prior imaging and testing when available.
When available, please include CMP, TSH, HbA1c, lipid panel, vitamin D, and vitamin B12 results.
Scheduling & referral assistance
A clear next step for patients and referring offices.
Call to discuss scheduling.
Patients may call 844-363-6638 (844-ENDOMET) and identify the clinician who referred them.
Confirm receipt or ask for help.
Call the same number to confirm referral receipt, discuss missing records, or ask about appointment availability and insurance participation.
Call in addition to faxing.
For time-sensitive concerns, call 844-363-6638 so the clinical concern can be discussed after the referral is faxed.
Thorough evaluation guided by the referral question.
Treatment plans tailored to the patient’s medical needs and goals.
Clear explanations that help patients participate in their care.
Collaboration with referring clinicians to support continuity of care.
Consultation communication
Please include your preferred contact information so consultation findings and recommendations can be shared with your office.
Ready to refer?
Fax the referral to 888-707-2525.
For referral assistance, call 844-ENDOMET during monday-friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m..