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Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. All rights reserved. Autoimmune Diseases. Reviewed: December 2, Medically Reviewed. Forming an Autoimmune Disorder Health Care Team When your primary doctor suspects or diagnoses an autoimmune disorder that affects a particular system of your body, she may refer you to a specialist who has been trained to treat autoimmune diseases.
Depending on the specific autoimmune disorder you're diagnosed with, and the symptoms you are experiencing, you may see some of these health care professionals, in addition to your primary care physician: Rheumatologist. People who have rheumatoid arthritis will need to consult with a rheumatologist , a doctor who has been trained to deal with arthritis and related diseases.
Because many autoimmune disorders affect the glands, organs that produce important hormones, you may need to consult an endocrinologist, a doctor who specializes in glandular diseases.
Gastroenterologists may be a part of your health care team if your autoimmune disorder is affecting your intestinal tract. If your disorder affects the kidneys' ability to clean your blood and produce urine, you may need to consult a nephrologist, a doctor who specializes in kidney function. People who have autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis that affect the nervous system may work with a neurologist.
If your autoimmune disorder is associated with skin symptoms , your doctor may refer you to a dermatologist, who has been trained to manage diseases of the skin.
Occupational therapist. Certified medical assistants, physical therapists, nurses including infusion nurses and our triage nurse team , x-ray technologists and front office staff, work with physicians to form the patient care team at ARA. Together they coordinate all diagnostic work and treatment. This gives patients the comfort of knowing there is always someone who can answer questions and provide assistance.
We offer patients the opportunity to access the most recent and innovative technologies such as musculoskeletal ultrasound to assist in diagnosis and treatment and by maintaining an active clinical research program that participates in national trials to evaluate new medications for the treatment of arthritis, osteoporosis and a variety of rheumatic diseases.
The complex and changeable nature of many rheumatic diseases often requires ongoing assessment and evaluation. Patients benefit from the collective expertise of ARA physicians who meet frequently to discuss patient cases, new drug treatment protocols and promising research. In addition, based on the requirements of your treatment plan, our rheumatologists coordinate your care with the other professionals comprising your healthcare team. Our goal is to reduce pain and maximize function.
At Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates, PC, we take pride in delivering exceptional care with the courtesy and respect you should expect. We know there are choices in selecting a physician or healthcare service and look forward to being your choice. Click here for a downloadable pdf. By David P. What is it and how is it diagnosed?
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