Hypercortisolism
A Significant Driver of Cardiometabolic Morbidity and Mortality 1-3
CASCADE brings attention to the overlooked impact of hypercortisolism,
advocating for timely recognition before irreversible harm occurs.
When the Signs Don’t Look Like Cushing’s
What Should Trigger Your Suspicion?
CASCADE provides clinicians with practical strategies to recognize and evaluate patients at risk for hypercortisolism.
Hypercortisolism
Diagnosis Can Be Delayed Up to a Decade 4-7
CASCADE offers clinical expertise to help close diagnostic gaps and
accelerate recognition.
About CASCADE
Expert Faculty.Real Clinical Insights.
CASCADE is an unbranded educational program dedicated to hypercortisolism. Developed in collaboration with leading U.S. and international faculty, it delivers evidence-based learning designed to improve recognition and diagnosis of this under-recognized condition. Programs are offered live or virtually, sponsored by Corcept and provided at no cost, creating accessible opportunities for clinicians to learn, engage, and apply practical insights in patient care.
Learning Modules
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Hypercortisolism: Why So Serious
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Hypercortisolism: Why So Serious
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2
The Hunt for Hypercortisolism
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The Hunt for Hypercortisolism
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3
Diagnosing Endogenous Hypercortisolism
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Diagnosing Endogenous Hypercortisolism
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1
What is Cortisol
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What is Cortisol
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Understanding Cortisol – Glucocorticold Receptor Signaling
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Understanding Cortisol – Glucocorticold Receptor Signaling
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What Causes Hypercortisolism?
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What Causes Hypercortisolism?
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Clinical Features of Hypercortisolism
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Clinical Features of Hypercortisolism
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Negative Impact of Hypercortisolism on Cardiovascular Health
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Negative Impact of Hypercortisolism on Cardiovascular Health
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Metabolic Dysregulation in Hypercortisolism
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Metabolic Dysregulation in Hypercortisolism
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Impact of Hypercortisolism on Bone and Muscle Health
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Impact of Hypercortisolism on Bone and Muscle Health
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Negative Impact of Hypercortisolism on Neuropsychiatric Health
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Negative Impact of Hypercortisolism on Neuropsychiatric Health
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Impact of Hypercortisolism on the Immune System
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Impact of Hypercortisolism on the Immune System
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Which Patients Should be Screened for Hypercortisolism?
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Which Patients Should be Screened for Hypercortisolism?
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Diagnostic Tests and Pitfalls for Hypercortisolism
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Diagnostic Tests and Pitfalls for Hypercortisolism
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European Society of Endocrinology Guidelines for Patients with Adrenal Incidentalomas
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European Society of Endocrinology Guidelines for Patients with Adrenal Incidentalomas
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DST as a Diagnostic Tool
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DST as a Diagnostic Tool
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Hypercortisolism as a Driver of Metabolic Syndrome
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Hypercortisolism as a Driver of Metabolic Syndrome
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Reducing Diagnostic Delays in Hypercortisolism
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Reducing Diagnostic Delays in Hypercortisolism
Module
1
Hypercortisolism: Why So Serious
Resources:
Hypercortisolism: Why So Serious
Module
2
The Hunt for Hypercortisolism
Resources:
The Hunt for Hypercortisolism
Module
3
Diagnosing Endogenous Hypercortisolism
Resources:
Diagnosing Endogenous Hypercortisolism
Meet The Faculty
Richard Feelders,
MD, PhD
Erasmus University Medical Center
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
New York University, United States
Anthony Heaney,
MD, PhD, FRCP
David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Laurence (Ned) Kennedy,
MD, FRCP
Former Chair, Endocrinology and Metabolic Department, Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH
Márta Korbonits,
MD, PhD, DSc, FRCP
Barts and the London School of Medicine
London, England
Queen Mary University of London
Rosario Pivonello,
MD, PhD, Prof.
University School of Medicine
of Napoli
Napoli Italy