Unified Endocrine and Diabetes Care

Unified Endocrine and Diabetes Care High Touch Personalized Hormone. diabetes and metabolic care by Makhija an Expert Endocrinologist & Lifestyle Medicine specialist

03/27/2026

No personal medical advice

Need simplified science and solutions: Come visit us at Unified Endocrine and Diabetes Care



I see patients in the Bay area and Fresno, California

A fierce advocate for my patients health and welbeing!

Dr.Makhija

03/26/2026

What if managing autoimmune disease wasn’t just about medication… but about understanding your body as a whole?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Micah Yu—a quadruple board-certified physician and integrative rheumatologist—to break down the reality behind supplements, lifestyle changes, and medications when it comes to autoimmune disease.

We get into:
• The truth about “anti-inflammatory” supplements
• Why not every supplement works for everyone
• How stress (yes, even emotional stress) can trigger flares
• And what a realistic healing timeline actually looks like

This is one of those conversations that challenges what you’ve been told—and helps you see your health from a much broader perspective.

If you or someone you love is dealing with autoimmune symptoms, this episode is a must-listen.

03/25/2026

What if the "normal stiffness" you've been ignoring is actually your immune system quietly attacking your joints?

Rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, lupus — they all look different on the surface, but share one thing in common: inflammation driving damage from the inside out.

Over time, that means cartilage, bone, and tendons slowly breaking down.

Dr. Brittany Panico breaks down:
✅ Why some people stay mobile for life while others don't
✅ How an old injury can quietly change the way you move for years
✅ Why gout hides in plain sight more than you'd think
✅ Why menopause affects your joints more than most doctors mention
✅ What actually works: supplements, exercise, injections, and more

If you've been searching for answers about your joint health, I hope this brings some clarity.

🎙️ Tune in to Hormones & Hope Podcast
🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube
🔗 All links in bio

Book an Endocrine Consultation:

Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care
📞 559-272-9192
📧 connect@unifiedendocrinecare.com
📍911 Moraga Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, CA 94549
🩺 Telemedicine across California
🌐 unifiedendocrinecare.com

GLP-1 medications are everywhere in the news right now.But with that attention has also come a lot of confusion.If you h...
03/24/2026

GLP-1 medications are everywhere in the news right now.

But with that attention has also come a lot of confusion.

If you have ever wondered how they work, who they are actually for, or whether the headlines reflect the science…

Swipe left for some of the most common questions patients ask me about GLP-1 injections in clinic.

Understanding the science behind these medications is key to making informed decisions about your health.

If you want a deeper explanation, I’ve also created a free GLP-1 guide that breaks down the science, safety, and how these medications fit into metabolic care.

You can download it from the link in my bio / Linktree.

Book an Endocrine Consultation:

Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care
📞 559-272-9192
📧 connect@unifiedendocrinecare.com
📍911 Moraga Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, CA 94549
🩺 Telemedicine across California
🌐 unifiedendocrinecare.com

03/22/2026

If you've been living with heartburn, chest pain, chronic cough or that constant feeling of something stuck in your throat , Dr. Tejal Pandya wants you to start with one simple step. 👇

GERD-HRQL — a validated questionnaire you can take yourself right now.

Dr. Pandya calls it one of the strongest indicators that someone needs deeper evaluation. If your score is high or you've been on a PPI for six months or more with little relief, here's what the evaluation looks like:

🔬 1. Endoscopy: anatomy, hernias, biopsies, measurements. A 360 degree look at your anatomy.

📊 2. Esophageal Manometry: tests the strength and coordination of your swallowing muscles and nerves.

🧪 3. pH Testing: measures how often acid and fluid move where they shouldn't, how long they linger and how high they reach

All paired with a thorough history covering your nutrition, sleep, stress and quality of life.

Save this, share it and tag someone who needs to hear it!

🎙️ Tune in to Hormones & Hope Podcast

🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube

🔗 All links in bio

Book an Endocrine Consultation:

Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care
📞 559-272-9192
📧 connect@unifiedendocrinecare.com
📍911 Moraga Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, CA 94549
🩺 Telemedicine across California
🌐 unifiedendocrinecare.com

Have questions about your thyroid, hormones, or blood sugar that never seem to get fully answered?I'm hosting a FREE liv...
03/20/2026

Have questions about your thyroid, hormones, or blood sugar that never seem to get fully answered?

I'm hosting a FREE live Meet & Greet on Zoom where you can ask your questions, hear how our care model works, and decide if we're the right fit for you.

No pressure, no commitment — just a real conversation.

📅 Tuesday, April 7, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PT
📍Open to California residents only

Here's what we'll cover:

✅ Our approach to care, including in-person visits and telemedicine across California
✅ How we treat menopause, PCOS, thyroid disease, diabetes, low T, and GLP-1 therapy
✅ Why we prioritize longer visits that look at the full picture of your health
✅ How to know if our care model is the right fit for you

Registration is free, but space is limited.

DM "MEET" or send us an Email at connect@unifiedendocrinecare.com to register.

See you there!

03/19/2026

New podcast episode out now! 🎙️

Ever wondered why that burning sensation in your chest keeps coming back no matter what you eat or how many antacids you take?

I sat down with Dr. Tejal Pandya — one of the very few surgeons with a specialty in foregut medicine, and what she shared will genuinely change the way you think about reflux forever.

In this episode we cover:
✅ What GERD actually is (hint: it's SO much more than just heartburn)
✅ The typical AND atypical symptoms most people miss
✅ Why medications alone may not be the full answer
✅ Lifestyle changes you can start TODAY to protect your gut

This episode is packed with practical gems from a surgeon who genuinely cares about whole-patient care.

🎧 Full episode out now
🩺 Real conversations. Practical prevention.
🎙️ Streaming on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts
🔗 Free Guides/Resources Available on Linktree

The labs aren't lying. But they're not telling the whole story.👉 Behind every high A1c is someone who hasn't slept prope...
03/18/2026

The labs aren't lying. But they're not telling the whole story.

👉 Behind every high A1c is someone who hasn't slept properly in months.

👉 Behind every weight plateau is a woman showing up for everyone except herself.

👉 Behind every "I'm doing everything right" is a quiet, invisible exhaustion that no bloodwork panel can fully capture.

This is what I see every single week in clinic.

Complex hormone and metabolic conditions don't respond well to generic plans and quick follow-ups.

They need a specialist who has time to look at the whole picture — labs, lifestyle, stress load, hormonal shifts, everything and build a strategy that actually fits your life.

That's what we do at Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care.

If that sounds like the care you've been looking for, we'd love to meet you. Bay Area, Fresno, and telehealth across California.

Book an Endocrine Consultation:

Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care
📞 559-272-9192
📧 connect@unifiedendocrinecare.com
📍911 Moraga Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, CA 94549
🩺 Telemedicine across California
🌐 unifiedendocrinecare.com

03/15/2026

Weekly injections or every two weeks — does it really matter?

When it comes to testosterone therapy, it absolutely does.

In this episode, Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down the most common testosterone formulations used in clinical practice and explains why understanding pharmacology is so important when prescribing testosterone therapy

We also discuss:
• The difference between testosterone cypionate and testosterone enanthate
• How half-life determines injection frequency
• IM vs subcutaneous injections
• Options available for patients who prefer easier administration

Check out the full episode featuring Dr. Justin Dubin to hear the full conversation.

▶️ Watch the conversation on YouTube
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
📚 Download free guides/resources through Linktree
🔔 Follow for more expert insights on hormone health

03/14/2026

Almost 9 months into our podcast journey has been fun and learning experience. I get to connect with leading medical experts and learn but also our community and patients have access to such educational evidence based resources.

Go to the linktree to listen or watch an episode from GLP-1 to testosterone to erectile dysfunction to menopause to HRT to Sleep to Supplements To thyroid nodules to Dementia…: and the Library is building stronger.

Share with someone you know will learn and benefit!

Love,

Dr. Makhija #

March 13th is World Sleep Day and the timing felt like the perfect reason to revisit one of my favourite podcast episode...
03/13/2026

March 13th is World Sleep Day and the timing felt like the perfect reason to revisit one of my favourite podcast episodes.

A while back I sat down with to talk about sleep apnea, hormones, and why so many people are walking around exhausted and completely normalising it.

So today, in honour of World Sleep Day, I'm sharing 5 of the most common sleep myths we busted in that episode.

As an endocrinologist, I see what chronic poor sleep does to hormones, metabolism, weight, and long-term health every single day. It is one of the most underrated pillars of health we have.

If you've ever been told your snoring is harmless, that mild sleep apnea isn't worth treating, or that a melatonin will fix your insomnia, swipe through.

Swipe through for the 5 myths worth knowing and then head to the podcast for the full conversation.

🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube
🔗 Free guides + resources in Linktree

03/12/2026

New episode with Dr. Dubin is live, and in this episode we take a deep dive into the treatment options for low testosterone.

Once low testosterone is diagnosed, the next question patients usually ask is: What are my options?

And the answer is that there are several.

In this conversation, Dr. Dubin breaks down the different ways testosterone therapy can be used and how doctors decide which option might work best for each patient.

We talk about:

✅ Testosterone injections and why they’re the most commonly used option
✅ Testosterone gels that are applied daily
✅ Newer oral testosterone medications
✅ Pellet therapy that can last several months
✅ HCG injections and how they may help preserve fertility

One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is that testosterone therapy is not a one-size-fits-all treatment. The right approach depends on your symptoms, your lifestyle, and your long-term goals.

If you’ve ever wondered how testosterone therapy actually works or what the different treatment options look like, this episode breaks it all down.

🎙️ Tune in to Hormones & Hope Podcast
🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
📺 Watch the full episode on YouTube

Book an Endocrine Consultation:

Unified Endocrine & Diabetes Care
📞 559-272-9192
📧 connect@unifiedendocrinecare.com
📍911 Moraga Road, Suite 101
Lafayette, CA 94549
🩺 Telemedicine across California
🌐 unifiedendocrinecare.com

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