Rheumatology

Rheumatology Department

Expert Care for Autoimmune & Musculoskeletal Disorders

Overview

Rheumatology is one of the fastest-growing super-specialties in modern medicine, and Health City Hospital is at the forefront of this evolution. The department focuses on autoimmune disorders and musculoskeletal diseases, including those affecting multiple organ systems. Autoimmune diseases arise when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, and managing them requires high clinical precision and collaborative care.

Our Rheumatology Department provides state-of-the-art diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of complex rheumatologic disorders. We cater to both common and rare conditions such as:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Gout and metabolic arthropathies
  • Vasculitis syndromes and autoimmune myopathies
  • Macrophage Activation Syndrome (MAS)

Multi-Disciplinary Expertise

What sets our department apart is its collaborative approach. We work closely with specialists in:

  • Nephrology (e.g., lupus nephritis)
  • Cardiology (autoimmune myocarditis)
  • Pulmonology (interstitial lung disease in connective tissue disorders)
  • NeurologyOphthalmology, and Infectious Diseases
    to ensure each patient receives a comprehensive and integrated care plan.

Departmental Aims & Services

Adherence to Global Guidelines
All treatment protocols follow internationally accepted and scientifically validated clinical guidelines, including EULAR and ACR recommendations.

Personalized Treatment Plans
Every patient receives a customized treatment approach, developed in consultation with the patient, their family, and the treating physician team.

Advanced Diagnostic Techniques
We conduct specialized diagnostic procedures such as:

  • Muscle biopsy for diagnosing idiopathic inflammatory myositis (e.g., polymyositis, dermatomyositis)
  • Joint aspiration and synovial fluid analysis
  • Autoantibody profiling and advanced imaging

Why Choose Us?

  • Highly qualified rheumatologists with subspecialty expertise
  • Seamless coordination with other departments for holistic care
  • Advanced diagnostics and state-of-the-art facilities
  • Evidence-based, patient-centric care philosophy
  • Emphasis on early diagnosis and aggressive treatment to prevent disability
  • Pioneer in Rheumatology in North East India Region

 

Our Team of Doctors

Dr. (Prof) Bhabani P. Chakravarty
Medical Director
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