Dr. Kanji is a gestational diabetes specialist here to help you control your blood sugar with direct, and easy access that can't be delayed.
A diagnosis of gestational diabetes can be worrying.
Are you frustrated by the ups and downs of blood sugars despite the same routine?
Does your health care provider listen to and understand your worries and frustration?
Are you worried about the potential pregnancy complications?
Why Choose Ethos Endocrinology?
Why Join Ethos Endocrinology?
What Do People Say About Our Service?
Excellent bedside manner. Did a complete history review of my son's Diagnosis and reached out personally to our previous Pediatric Endocrinologist. The appointment was very relaxed and comfortable.... read more
Tara Cook11/11/2020
I was very impressed with the very clean office visit, Dr. Kanji also has all the equipment necessary for ensuring a professional but welcoming appointment. Aleem made sure I was... read more
Trung Pham6/24/2020
Dr Kanji is is a great doctor, he also pays attention of what you have to say, you definitely feel confident to be in his care. I highly recommend him.
Martina Quiroz9/20/2020
Ethos Endocrinology Pricing
As a direct care practice, we do not bill health insurance plans. We offer the same reasonable and transparent pricing for everyone.
Learn more about the benefits of direct care.
We offer a membership or fee-for-service. Most patients find the greatest value with the membership. Some patients need infrequent visits or a one-time consultation. Our fee-for-service option makes this possible.
| Membership | Fee-for-service | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly fee | $75 - first month prorated | N/A |
| One-time enrollment fee | $125 | N/A |
| Office consultation | Included | $200 |
| Office follow-up | Included | $100 |
| Video follow-up | Included | $75 |
| Telephone follow-up | Included | $75 |
| Patient Portal messaging | Included | Included |
| Text messaging | Included | N/A |
| Laboratory testing | Sample pricing | Sample pricing |
Our Houston Clinic
2500 Fondren Rd, Suite 320, Houston, TX 77063
Questions?
Why choose Dr. Kanji as your gestational diabetes specialist?
As your gestational diabetes specialist, Dr. Kanji creates your customized plan with you by listening to your needs and concerns. Access Dr. Kanji between visits for quick changes to your gestational diabetes care. The time, care, and access you receive is affordable.
What are the symptoms of gestational diabetes?
Gestational diabetes may not have any signs. Some woman may experience:
- Significant thirst
- Significant hunger
- Increased urination
- Blurred vision
How is gestational diabetes diagnosed?
Pregnant women are screened for gestational diabetes between 24 – 28 weeks of pregnancy. Gestational diabetes is diagnosed by oral glucose tolerance test using one of two strategies1:
1) 1-step strategy
- Performed in the morning fasting
- Fasting blood sugar is checked by blood draw
- Pregnant woman is given 70 grams of a sugary drink to consumes
- Blood sugar is checked via blood draw at 1 and 2 hours after consuming the drink
- Diagnosis is made when one or more blood sugar values are higher than the cutoff
2) 2-step strategy
- Pregnant woman is given 50 grams of a sugary drink to consume
- Blood sugar is checked via blood draw 1 hour after consuming the drink
- If the blood sugar at 1 hour is higher than the cutoff value, a second oral glucose tolerance test is performed
- Second test is performed in the morning fasting
- Fasting blood sugar is checked by blood draw
- 100 grams of a sugary drink is given
- Blood sugar is checked via blood draw at 1, 2, and 3 hours after consuming the drink
- Diagnosis is made when one or more blood sugar values are higher than the cutoff
