What are physicians that specialize in diabetes called?

Endocrinologists specialize in treating diseases of the endocrine system, which consists of glands that secrete hormones, including the pancreas, thyroid and adrenal glands, explains Hormone Health Network. Diabetes is a disease caused by problems in the pancreas.

A team of physicians and specialists is used to treat diabetes, as reported by WebMD. This team can be comprised of a primary care doctor, an endocrinologist, and a diabetes educator, dietitian or nutritionist. A podiatrist and ophthalmologist are also involved in a diabetic's care. An endocrinologist has specialized knowledge of the pancreas, and yet many people only seen an endocrinologist when they are having difficulty getting their diabetes under control.