The Department of Rheumatology provides specialized diagnostic and therapeutic services for autoimmune diseases and musculoskeletal disorders. Our rheumatologists offer advanced therapies, including biological agents, to effectively manage joint pain and chronic inflammatory conditions.
Conditions We Treat
We specialize in diagnosing and managing the following conditions:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and joint damage
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and lupus nephritis
- Osteoarthritis and joint wear-and-tear
- Gout, Pseudogout, and metabolic crystal arthropathies
- Ankylosing Spondylitis and spondyloarthropathies
- Psoriatic Arthritis and reactive arthritis
- Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma) and Raynaud's phenomenon
- Systemic Vasculitis (Wegener's, Giant Cell Arteritis)
Services & Procedures Offered
- Joint Aspiration (Arthrocentesis) for synovial fluid analysis
- Intra-articular Joint Injections (PRP, steroids, Hyaluronic acid)
- Biological Therapy infusion and monitoring (Anti-TNF, Rituximab)
- Advanced Autoimmune Serology screening coordination
- Bone Mineral Density (DEXA) scan interpretation
- Immunosuppressive medication management and safety profiling
- Musculoskeletal ultrasound assessments
- Patient education on chronic disease self-management
Why Choose AIH for Department of Rheumatology?
- Consultant Rheumatologists with international qualifications and fellowships
- Dedicated infusion daycare center for biological therapy
- Fully operational clinical laboratory for immediate autoimmune panels
- Multidisciplinary coordinate care pathways with orthopedicians and physical therapists
- High success rate in achieving disease remission and improving joint function
