Rheumatology
KIMSHEALTH Department of Rheumatology is a specialized vertical that deals with Autoimmune Rheumatic diseases. The rheumatic disease most commonly presents with joint-related symptoms including pain, swelling and stiffness. But they can also affect other organ systems including – skin, lungs, heart, nervous system, etc. Early diagnosis and treatment is the key in the management of most rheumatic diseases. Our team of doctors at KIMSHEALTH is well qualified and experienced in handling such conditions.
Our Doctors
Dr. Sreedevi S
Associate Consultant Rheumatology
Rheumatology
KIMSHEALTH Kollam
Dr. Mujeeb Rahman T
Consultant Rheumatologist & Clinical Immunologist
Rheumatology
KIMSHEALTH Alshifa
Procedures & Treatments
Comprehensive care for following Rheumatic diseases is provided
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Sjogrens Syndrome
- Mixed Connective tissue Disorder
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Rheumatic Conditions in special population – Pregnancy / Elderly / Childhood
- Myositis
- Vasculitis
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Soft tissue Rheumatism
- Fibromyalgia
Our services include:
Complete clinical evaluation including antibody workup, imaging and tissue diagnosis
Initiation and follow up of a patient with conventional and biologic disease-modifying medications
Diagnostic and therapeutic joint aspiration and intra-articular / intra-lesional injections.
Day care therapy for biologics and immunosuppressive medications
Individualized physiotherapy
Patient education by nurse practitioner