Integrated Specialist Medical Centre in Kogarah
Diagnosis and management of autoimmune conditions, arthritis, gout, and musculoskeletal disorders.
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Holistic care for older adults, focusing on cognition, frailty, and medication management.
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Medicine focusing on managing complex medical conditions before, during, and after pregnancy.
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Meet Integrated Specialist Medical Care
Managing complex health conditions can be overwhelming when treated in isolation. That’s why we bring the experts to you. From Rheumatology to Nursing Support, our multi-disciplinary team consults on your file collectively.
Meet Integrated Specialist Medical Care
Treatment only works when the diagnosis is right. Many complex conditions look alike in their early stages, so we take time to investigate properly, drawing on our clinicians’ training in imaging, ultrasound and diagnostic assessment. Once we understand what is actually driving your symptoms, we can build a plan around it.
Your specialists talk to each other, not only to you. When your condition crosses more than one area of medicine, our rheumatologists, nephrologists and physicians review your case together and stay in contact with your GP, so decisions are made with the full picture in front of them rather than one specialty at a time.
You leave with one plan, not several competing ones. We diagnose the problem, then work with your GP and any other treating doctors to agree on a single management plan, so your medications, tests and appointments fit together instead of being managed in isolation.
Care continues between appointments. Our nursing team supports you on site with infusions, monitoring and care plan reviews, and is there to answer questions as your treatment progresses, so you are not waiting until your next consultation to raise a concern.
ISMC Experts
A dedicated team of healthcare professionals passionate about delivering exceptional care for every patient we serve
BMed (Hons),FRACP, PhD, Grad Dip MRI
Paul Bird is an experienced rheumatologist and researcher, dedicated to the expert management of patients with all form
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BMed (Hons),FRACP, PhD, Grad Dip MRI
Paul Bird is an experienced rheumatologist and researcher, dedicated to the expert management of patients with all form
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BMed (Hons),FRACP, PhD, Grad Dip MRI
Paul Bird is an experienced rheumatologist and researcher, dedicated to the expert management of patients with all form
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BMed (Hons),FRACP, PhD, Grad Dip MRI
Paul Bird is an experienced rheumatologist and researcher, dedicated to the expert management of patients with all form
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Paul Bird is an experienced rheumatologist and researcher, dedicated to the expert management of patients with all forms of arthritis...
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A/Prof Fred Joshua is a dedicated physician for the treatment of rheumatic diseases. He has an expertise in rheumatoid arthritis,...
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Tien Tay is committed to providing the highest level of clinical care for rheumatic disease. He is skilled in all...
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Dr Leticia Deveza is a rheumatologist and Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney, with clinical appointments at Royal...
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Dr Xiaoqian Liu is a dedicated Rheumatologist and researcher specialised at all aspects of musculoskeletal, inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. She...
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Dr Jonathan Wright is a rheumatologist who will be joining Integrated Specialist Medical Care in Kogarah this October. Dr Wright...
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Dr Cathie Lane provides nephrology services within Integrated Specialist Medical Care as well as holding a position of staff specialist...
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Dr Khor has expertise in all areas of renal medicine with areas of interest management of chronic kidney disease, hypertension,...
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Dr Nishanta Tangirala is an Australian dual-trained nephrologist and obstetric medicine specialistwith a broad interest in kidney disease and maternal...
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Ann Digiglio is a Registered Nurse in New South Wales with more than thirty years of clinical nursing experience across...
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Chantelle is the Practice Manager at Integrated Specialist Medical Care, where she supports a dedicated team of specialists and helps...
View ProfileFrequently asked questions
Yes, in most cases you’ll need a referral from your GP or another doctor to see one of our specialists. This helps us understand your medical history and ensures your visit is covered by Medicare rebates where applicable.
Bring your referral letter, Medicare card, any relevant test results or scans, a list of current medications, and your private health insurance details if applicable. It’s also helpful to jot down your symptoms and any questions you want to ask.
Initial consultations are usually longer than follow-up visits, as your specialist needs time to review your history, examine you, and discuss a management plan. Expect to allow extra time, especially if further tests are needed on the day.
Yes. We work closely with your GP and any other specialists involved in your care, sharing updates and results so your treatment stays coordinated and everyone is on the same page.
You’ll leave with a clear management plan, which may include further tests, medication, or follow-up visits. Our nursing staff are also on hand to support you between appointments and answer any questions as your treatment progresses.
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