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There are a series of endocrine disorders that can affect adolescents, some of which are related to growth and development and others that can occur at any age but may have specific implication for the adolescent age group. This issue provides a comprehensive update of endocrine issues seen in adolescents, with a focus on recent advances in diagnosis and treatment. Contents in Advances in the Treatment of Endocrine Disorders in Adolescents include Thyroid Disorders Update on Diabetes Melitus Disorders of Growth and Puberty Bone Health in Adolescents Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Adrenal Disorders Lipid Disorders Endocrine Disorders in Pregnancy Endocrine Abnormalities in Patients with Eating Disorders Turner syndrome and Klinefelter Syndrome Disorders of Sex Development Endocrine Disorders in Adolescent Cancer Survivors