Thyroid · Diabetes · Hormones

Private Endocrinologist in Sutton Coldfield

Consultant endocrinology for thyroid disorders, diabetes management, adrenal conditions, pituitary disease, testosterone deficiency and metabolic conditions. From £280, no GP referral required. Appointment availability varies depending on clinician availability — check our online booking system for the latest available appointments.

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Hormone disorders — underactive thyroid, type 2 diabetes, low testosterone, adrenal insufficiency — are conditions where the difference between a GP opinion and a consultant endocrinologist can be years of correct diagnosis. At The Vesey, Dr Yogesh Kalaiah provides consultant-level endocrinology assessment with same-day bloods, treatment initiation, and clear written plans. Appointment availability varies depending on clinician availability — check our online booking system for the latest available appointments.

Dr Yogesh Kalaiah holds the MRCP with subspecialty training in endocrinology and is on the GMC Specialist Register. All investigations and treatment follow NICE, Endocrine Society, and British Thyroid Association guidelines. Diabetes management aligned with NICE NG28.

Conditions we treat

Dr Kalaiah assesses and manages the full range of endocrine conditions. Most patients come with one primary concern — a single appointment frequently reveals and addresses related conditions at the same time.

Thyroid
  • Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
  • Hyperthyroidism / Graves' disease
  • Thyroid nodules & goitre
  • Thyroiditis (Hashimoto's)
  • Thyroid cancer follow-up
Diabetes
  • Type 1 & type 2 diabetes
  • LADA (latent autoimmune diabetes)
  • Pre-diabetes & metabolic risk
  • Gestational diabetes follow-up
  • CGM & pump technology
Adrenal
  • Cushing's syndrome
  • Adrenal insufficiency (Addison's)
  • Primary hyperaldosteronism
  • Phaeochromocytoma
  • Adrenal incidentalomas
Pituitary
  • Prolactinoma
  • Acromegaly
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Growth hormone deficiency
  • Pituitary incidentalomas
Testosterone & male hormones
  • Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism)
  • TRT initiation & monitoring
  • Delayed puberty
  • Fertility assessment
  • Self-medicating TRT review
Metabolic & obesity
  • Obesity medicine & GLP-1 therapy
  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Familial hypercholesterolaemia
  • PCOS
  • Lipid disorders

Procedures & transparent pricing

Every price below is the fee charged at The Vesey. You will always receive a clear itemised quote before any procedure begins.

Procedures & Transparent Pricing
ProcedureWhat's includedFrom
Endocrinology consultation (new)45 mins · full history, examination, plan£280
Follow-up consultation30 mins · same consultant£190
Thyroid assessmentConsult + TSH + free T4 + free T3 + TPO + Tg antibodies£350
Testosterone clinic assessmentConsult + testosterone + LH + FSH + SHBG + prolactin£320
HbA1c + fasting glucose + insulin panelSame-day phlebotomy · results delivered promptly£95
Diabetes technology reviewCGM / pump review + consultant assessment£180

Prices accurate as of July 2026. Complex cases quoted individually. GLP-1 therapy costs quoted at consultation.

What to expect

From booking to a clear written plan, this is what the endocrinology journey looks like at The Vesey.

Booking
Consultation & same-day bloods

Full history, examination and targeted blood panel arranged same-day where not already done.

Follow-up
Results & interpretation

Blood results reviewed by Dr Kalaiah, with a written interpretation sent directly to you once available.

Follow-up or same visit
Treatment initiation

Medication started, lifestyle plan provided, specialist referral arranged if complex disease warrants it.

3–6 month cycle
Monitoring & review

Regular blood monitoring and clinical review per condition. Shared care with your GP where appropriate.

Underactive thyroid: when TSH alone isn't enough

Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder in the UK, affecting approximately 2% of women and 0.2% of men. It is typically managed in primary care on TSH alone, with levothyroxine adjusted until TSH falls within the reference range.

But around 15% of patients on adequate levothyroxine replacement continue to have symptoms — fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, low mood — despite a TSH that appears "normal." The reason is often a failure to achieve adequate free T3 conversion, or persistent thyroid antibody activity.

At The Vesey, Dr Kalaiah assesses the full thyroid axis: TSH, free T4, free T3, TPO antibodies, thyroglobulin antibodies, and reverse T3 where indicated. Some patients benefit from combination T4+T3 therapy (levothyroxine plus liothyronine), which is rarely initiated in NHS primary care. This can produce significant symptomatic improvement in patients where T4 monotherapy has been inadequate.

Thyroid nodule assessment, including ultrasound pathway and fine-needle aspiration referral, is also available. The British Thyroid Association guidelines for nodule management are followed — most nodules are benign, but appropriate risk stratification and follow-up is essential.

Testosterone deficiency (hypogonadism) in men

Testosterone deficiency affects approximately 10–40% of men over 45 and is significantly underdiagnosed in primary care. Symptoms are non-specific — fatigue, low libido, erectile dysfunction, reduced muscle mass and strength, mood changes, poor concentration and cognitive fog — and are frequently attributed to depression, overwork or ageing.

Diagnosis requires morning serum testosterone on two separate occasions, plus LH and FSH to distinguish primary hypogonadism (testicular failure) from secondary hypogonadism (pituitary or hypothalamic cause). Prolactin, SHBG and haematocrit are also essential.

At The Vesey, the full testosterone panel — total testosterone, free testosterone, SHBG, LH, FSH, prolactin, haematocrit — is available same-day. Dr Kalaiah reviews the results personally and provides a written interpretation once results are available.

If testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is indicated, it can be initiated at the second appointment as daily gel, weekly intramuscular injection or 6-monthly implant. We also review and formally monitor men who are currently self-medicating with TRT without appropriate endocrinological oversight — a patient safety concern that is becoming increasingly common with unregulated online prescribing.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a private endocrinologist cost in Sutton Coldfield?

New consultation £280, follow-up £190. Thyroid assessment (consult + full thyroid panel including antibodies) £350. Testosterone clinic assessment (consult + full hormone panel) £320. HbA1c + fasting glucose + insulin panel £95.

Do I need a GP referral to see an endocrinologist?

No. You can self-refer directly by booking online or via WhatsApp. Any existing blood results or medication lists are helpful to bring but not required.

What does the thyroid assessment include?

The thyroid assessment package (£350) includes the full consultation plus TSH, free T4, free T3, TPO antibodies and thyroglobulin antibodies — a complete thyroid profile. Results are delivered promptly with Dr Kalaiah's written interpretation.

How quickly will I get blood results?

Same-day phlebotomy is available at The Vesey. Results are reviewed by Dr Kalaiah once available, with a written interpretation emailed to you directly.

Can you initiate thyroid medication?

Yes. Dr Kalaiah can prescribe levothyroxine (T4) and liothyronine (T3) on specialist prescription. Combination T4+T3 therapy — not routinely available in NHS primary care — can be initiated where clinically appropriate after full thyroid axis assessment.

What is the testosterone clinic?

The testosterone clinic (£320) includes a full endocrinological consultation plus total testosterone, LH, FSH, SHBG, prolactin and haematocrit. TRT — as daily gel, weekly injection or 6-monthly implant — can be initiated at the second appointment if indicated. We also review men already on TRT who need appropriate monitoring.

Do you treat type 2 diabetes?

Yes, including advanced medication (GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide, SGLT2 inhibitors such as empagliflozin), continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) initiation, structured weight management, and formal diabetes review. Management aligned with NICE NG28.

Can you prescribe GLP-1 medication (semaglutide)?

Yes, for appropriate patients with type 2 diabetes or obesity (BMI ≥30, or ≥27 with weight-related comorbidities) following a full endocrine assessment. We follow NICE technology appraisal guidance for GLP-1 receptor agonist prescribing and monitor response at follow-up.

Does insurance cover endocrinology?

Bupa, Vitality, AXA Health and Aviva typically cover endocrinology consultations. Pre-authorisation is usually required for specialist scans, CGM initiation and biologic or advanced medication prescribing. Contact your insurer before your appointment.

What is Cushing's syndrome?

Cushing's syndrome is caused by prolonged excess cortisol — most often from a pituitary adenoma (Cushing's disease) or adrenal tumour. Features include central obesity, purple stretch marks (striae), facial rounding, proximal muscle weakness, high blood pressure and diabetes. Diagnosis requires 24-hour urinary free cortisol or late-night salivary cortisol testing. At The Vesey we assess suspected Cushing's and arrange appropriate biochemical and imaging investigations.

Consultant endocrinology in Sutton Coldfield

Same-day bloods. No GP referral. Appointment availability varies depending on clinician availability — check our online booking system for the latest available appointments.

Free reschedule with 48+ hours' notice · Pay per visit · CQC reg. 1-13508890408

Patient information for these conditions

Detailed patient information — symptoms, investigations, treatment and pricing.

Thyroid disorders Diabetes Weight management PCOS Testosterone deficiency Adrenal conditions
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