swfl rheumatology patient portal

What is an adult rheumatologist?

An adult rheumatologist is an internist who received further training in the diagnosis (detection), and treatment of musculoskeletal disease and systemic autoimmune conditions commonly referred to as rheumatic diseases. These diseases can affect the joints, muscles, and bones causing pain, swelling, stiffness, and deformity.

What does a rheumatologist look for in a physical exam?

Rheumatic diseases are sometimes complex in nature and difficult to diagnose, so rheumatologists will gather a complete medical history and perform a physical exam to look for signs and symptoms of inflammation throughout the entire body and musculoskeletal system.

What is the patient portal and how does it work?

The Patient Portal is a secure, encrypted online resource that enables you to communicate with doctors, nurses, and staff members. You will be given a secure User ID and password after your initial visit. This will allow you to access information from your medical record and communicate with our staff. You can: View your personal health record.

What kind of diseases can a rheumatologist treat?

These diseases can also affect the eyes, skin, nervous system, and internal organs. Rheumatologists treat joint disease similar to orthopedists but do not perform surgeries. Common diseases treated by rheumatologists include osteoarthritis, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, tendinitis, and lupus.

What is rheumatic disease?

Rheumatic disease can affect the joints, connective tissues and organs, and can cause inflammation, swelling and pain in the joints or muscles. Physicians Regional Healthcare System's physicians provide diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of rheumatic conditions, including: We take a multidisciplinary approach to manage the symptoms ...

What is rheumatology in medicine?

Rheumatology is devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic disease, the most common of which is arthritis. Rheumatic disease can affect the joints, connective tissues and organs, and can cause inflammation, swelling and pain in the joints or muscles. Physicians Regional Healthcare System's physicians provide diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of rheumatic conditions, including: 1 Ankylosing spondylitis 2 Arthritis 3 Connective tissue diseases 4 Fibromyalgia 5 Gout 6 Lupus 7 Osteoporosis 8 Scleroderma 9 Sjogren's Syndrome

What is Regional Healthcare System?

Physicians Regional Healthcare System conducts a variety of clinical trials related to Rheumatology. Clinical trials are crucial to discovering more effective treatments and saving the lives of patients. Our specialists investigate the efficacy of new medications and devices to treat rheumatic disease.

Of Southwest Florida

Physicians’ Primary Care of Southwest Florida, a physician owned and operated medical practice, was formed in 1996 by many long practicing local physicians and has grown to be the largest independent multi-specialty practice in Southwest Florida with offices in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Lehigh Acres.

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Suburban Rheumatology

Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of Rheumatologic disorders in WNY.

MEET OUR DOCTORS

Dr. Ahmed completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the University at Buffalo. Following that, she completed her subspecialty Fellowship in Rheumatology at the University of Rochester. Prior to her fellowship, Dr. Ahmed was the Chief Resident at the University at Buffalo Internal Medicine Program.

What is a physical exam for rheumatology?

Rheumatic diseases are sometimes complex in nature and difficult to diagnose, so rheumatologists will gather a complete medical history and perform a physical exam to look for signs and symptoms of inflammation throughout the entire body and musculoskeletal system.

What diseases do rheumatologists treat?

These diseases can also affect the eyes, skin, nervous system, and internal organs. Rheumatologists treat joint disease similar to orthopedists but do not perform surgeries. Common diseases treated by rheumatologists include osteoarthritis, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, tendinitis, and lupus.

What is the treatment for rheumatic disease?

Treatment recommendations may include medications, referral to physical therapy, referral to other specialists, or joint/tendon injections. Some rheumatic diseases can be difficult to diagnose and may require several visits for the rheumatologist to fully understand the underlying process.

What is a rheumatologist?

Diagnosis and Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases. An adult rheumatologist is an internist who received further training in the diagnosis (detection), and treatment of musculoskeletal disease and systemic autoimmune conditions commonly referred to as rheumatic diseases. These diseases can affect the joints, muscles, and bones causing pain, swelling, ...

When is an additional evaluation needed?

When the muscle and joint pain is not resolving as one would expect, additional evaluation may be needed. Typically, the primary care physician is seen for the first evaluation. If there is concern for an underlying rheumatic condition, he/she will refer you to rheumatology for evaluation.

Can rheumatology be delayed?

Although treatment should not be delayed while awaiting a rheumatology appointment, certain medications can improve symptoms and make a diagnosis more difficult. Joint damage can occur if the symptoms of joint pain are ignored or not treated properly over a period of time.

Appointment Request

We typically have same-week appointment availability. Call 716-626-4200 for scheduling

Health Insurance

We accept most insurances. We also offer easy installment options and prompt pay discounts for cash-paying patients.

New Patients

All new Patients receive one hour comprehensive visit with our lead physicians.