title: Endocrinology in Pakistan: Transcending in care of endocrinological disorders.
abstract: This brief communication gives an overview of endocrine practice in Pakistan. It highlights the recent advances in endocrine research and training in the country. The article also lists the common endocrine morbidity encountered in clinical practice, and suggests ways of improving endocrine care and research in Pakistan and neighboring countries.
authors.affiliation: Shaukat Khanum Cancer Memorial Hospital and Research Center, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan.
authors.forename: S Abbas
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Raza