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Department of Rheumatology
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Jul 15, 2024
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Manipal Hospital Vijayawada is committed to providing thorough care for patients with various Rheumatic diseases, including autoimmune diseases, arthritis, and other musculoskeletal disorders. Our experienced team of Rheumatologists works collaboratively with Immunologists, Orthopaedic and Physiotherapy specialists to provide effective and individualised treatment. In our rheumatology hospital in Vijayawada, we focus on early diagnosis, biological therapies, and patient-centred care, so that rheumatic conditions can be managed by patients experiencing chronicity, with the aim of reducing the symptoms and improving the quality of life.
At Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, our Rheumatology Department stands out for its patient-centric, evidence-based approach to managing complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. Our dedication to a comprehensive care plan is reflected through our commitment to seamless integration of multidisciplinary care and cutting-edge therapies, which ensures every patient receives holistic support for their journey—from diagnosis and treatment to recovery and wellness.
At our rheumatology hospital in Vijayawada patients and their families are assured of:
Multidisciplinary boards with immunology, nephrology, dermatology, orthopaedics, and physiotherapy
Protocols for biologic screening, infection prevention, and infusion safety
Ultrasound-guided joints and rapid lab panels for treat-to-target plans
Day care infusions with monitored recovery and clear discharge education
Fracture-risk, falls, and bone-health clinics with DXA access
Pregnancy and peri-operative pathways with anaesthesia and obstetrics inputs
NABH-accredited hospital within a nationwide network and 24/7 cover
Intraarticular Injection is a procedure where the affected joint is injected with a hypodermic needle, through which medications are delivered.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs help reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
These types of medications reduce pain, joint damage, and inflammation. Doctors will prescribe steroids in the case where acute symptoms need relief.
Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs help in slowing the progression of rheumatoid arthritis and protect the tissues and joints from permanent damage.
These are also called biologic response modifiers are a new class of DMARDs. They can target specific parts of the immune system that are prone to triggering inflammation that can cause tissue and joint damage.
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada features multidisciplinary, targeted care of rheumatic diseases through a collaborative approach integrating rheumatology, immunology, orthopaedics, and physiotherapy. All of our rheumatologists use precise diagnostics using musculoskeletal ultrasound, blood tests, laboratory testing, including genetic testing, to help in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and autoimmune disorders.
As the leading rheumatology center in Vijayawada, we manage inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease, vasculitis, gout, pseudogout, chronic back-pain syndromes, and osteoporosis with structured care. Our core services include ultrasound-guided joint assessment and injections, DMARD and biologic clinics, infusion services, infection-risk screening, and detailed vaccination planning. Peri-operative and pregnancy counselling provide safer, smoother outcomes for the patients. Pain management, bone health optimisation, and physiotherapy programs are protocol-based, with red-flag guidance clearly explained.
We target integrated diagnostics, monitored recovery, and clear discharge education. In terms of facilities, patients receive medication checks and written home-care plans, ensuring day-to-day management remains simple and safe.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound, radiography, MRI, and rapid labs
Day care infusion bays with continuous monitoring
Pharmacy checks, biosimilar counselling, and adverse-event tracking
DXA scanning access and bone-health optimisation
Vaccine storage and schedule support for immunosuppressed patients
Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and joint-protection training
Infection-control bundle and antibiotic stewardship
24/7 emergency access and documented handovers
Patients visit the Rheumatology department at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada for expert diagnosis, advanced treatment, and personalized care. The department specializes in managing Intra Articular Injection, NSAIDs, Steroids, DMARDs, Biologic Agents, ensuring world-class medical support for patients.
The Rheumatology department at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada provides a wide range of treatments, including:
To book an appointment with a Rheumatology expert at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada, please call 1800 102 5555. Our dedicated team will assist you in scheduling a convenient consultation.
The Rheumatology department is led by highly qualified specialists, including:
For your initial consultation at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada, please bring:
Providing these documents will help our specialists ensure a comprehensive diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.
Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada is a preferred choice for Rheumatology due to:
We are committed to providing world-class healthcare with compassionate service.
At Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada, we offer facilities such as:
We target integrated diagnostics, monitored recovery, and clear discharge education. In terms of facilities, patients receive medication checks and written home-care plans, ensuring day-to-day management remains simple and safe.
Musculoskeletal ultrasound, radiography, MRI, and rapid labs
Day care infusion bays with continuous monitoring
Pharmacy checks, biosimilar counselling, and adverse-event tracking
DXA scanning access and bone-health optimisation
Vaccine storage and schedule support for immunosuppressed patients
Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and joint-protection training
Infection-control bundle and antibiotic stewardship
24/7 emergency access and documented handovers
Our team ensures precise diagnosis and treatment planning for each patient.
At Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, our Rheumatology Department stands out for its patient-centric, evidence-based approach to managing complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions. Our dedication to a comprehensive care plan is reflected through our commitment to seamless integration of multidisciplinary care and cutting-edge therapies, which ensures every patient receives holistic support for their journey—from diagnosis and treatment to recovery and wellness.
At our rheumatology hospital in Vijayawada patients and their families are assured of:
Multidisciplinary boards with immunology, nephrology, dermatology, orthopaedics, and physiotherapy
Protocols for biologic screening, infection prevention, and infusion safety
Ultrasound-guided joints and rapid lab panels for treat-to-target plans
Day care infusions with monitored recovery and clear discharge education
Fracture-risk, falls, and bone-health clinics with DXA access
Pregnancy and peri-operative pathways with anaesthesia and obstetrics inputs
NABH-accredited hospital within a nationwide network and 24/7 cover
Rheumatology is a specialty that involves the study of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. Different classes of diseases known as rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases primarily affect the joints but can also affect the muscles, other tissues, and internal organs. The best rheumatology care is available at Manipal Hospitals Vijayawada, with highly skilled rheumatologists assisted by an outstanding team of orthopaedics, physiotherapists, immunologists, and other specialists.
Rheumatologists are medical professionals with special training in the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal disorders and systemic autoimmune diseases. Rheumatologists are responsible for treating typical forms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and gout, as well as complex multisystem disorders like vasculitis, SLE, and others.
If someone experiences joint, muscle, or back pain, edema, or stiffness in joints that lasts longer than six weeks, they should consult a rheumatologist. Also, one should immediately consult a rheumatologist for joint problems and other symptoms like fever, rash, weight loss, cough, shortness of breath, red eyes, etc. If taking over-the-counter pain relievers doesn't help the joint discomfort and pain attacks repeatedly occur, one should visit a rheumatology hospital in Vijayawada, without delay.
One should consult a rheumatologist for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, osteoarthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, vasculitis, etc. The rheumatology department at Manipal Hospital Vijayawada offers the most thorough care for such conditions under the guidance of highly skilled specialists at a rheumatology hospital in Vijayawada, where rheumatologists are assisted by an outstanding team of orthopaedics, physiotherapists, immunologists, and other specialists.
Having an autoimmune condition like rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthritis or lupus can affect your whole life. Manipal Hospitals is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care and building long-term partnerships with its patients. Contact us to know more about rheumatic conditions and book an appointment with one of our Rheumatologists today.
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