Paediatric Rheumatology

 

Clinical Services

This service covers all aspects of Paediatric Rheumatology and provides a service for outpatients, inpatients as well as an advice and consultation regarding all aspects of consultative service in all areas of Paediatric Rheumatology. Team management with involvement of specialist physiotherapists, occupational therapist, podiatrist and Paediatric Rheumatology Nurse Educator is offered to all patients.

Contact the Paediatric Rheumatology Advanced Training Registrar for information via the Monash Children’s switchboard 9594 6666 pager 4287.

Paediatric Rheumatology Clinic

Paediatric Rheumatology Clinic operates every Monday between 9am and 12noon. Paediatric patients (new patients up to 18yo and still at school) with juvenile arthritis, connective tissue diseases, back pain and other pain syndromes, and other problems with bone, joint or muscle pain will be assessed and offered ongoing management if appropriate.

Referrals reviewed and booked according to priority.

Vasculitis/Connective Tissue Diseases

Vasculitis/Connective Tissue Diseases Clinic (with Paediatric Renal Unit) also operates on the 3rd Monday of the month from 1.30pm. Referrals via specialty registrar or consultant.

Metabolic Bone Clinic

The Metabolic Bone Clinic operates every month with Paediatric Rheumatology participating each 4th Thursday in February, May, August and November. Referrals through Assoc Prof Christine Rodda on 9594 4358.