Specialist Services
Specialist diagnosis and management of arthritis, autoimmune and inflammatory musculoskeletal conditions, delivered by an experienced rheumatology team committed to excellent long-term outcomes.
Our Network
Our rheumatologists diagnose and treat a wide range of inflammatory, autoimmune, and degenerative musculoskeletal conditions. Common conditions we manage include: rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthropathy and ankylosing spondylitis, SLE, Sjogren’s syndrome, vasculitis, Gout and Pseudogout
Chronic autoimmune condition causing joint pain, swelling and stiffness; early treatment prevents long-term damage.
Inflammatory arthritis occurring in association with the skin condition, psoriasis, affecting joints, tendons, fingers and toes.
Inflammatory disease of the spine and large joints, causing back pain and stiffness
Sudden, painful joint attacks caused by uric acid or calcium pyrophosphate (CPPD) crystal deposits.
Autoimmune disease that can affect joints, skin, kidneys and other organs.
Degenerative joint disease causing pain and reduced mobility, commonly in knees, hips and hands.
Back pain is often a common symptom of many disease conditions and the back pain may range from simple or dull pain to sudden and sharp pain.
Sjogren’s syndrome is an auto-immune disease caused by an attack of the immune system on the body’s glands that produce tears and saliva.
Meet Integrated Specialist Medical Care
Joint pain is common, but inflammatory conditions have specific warning signs. You should consider a specialist consultation if you experience:
Morning Stiffness >30min
Persistent Joint Swelling
Symmetrical recent onset new joint pain
Unexplained Fatigue associated with joint pain or skin rash
Abnormal Blood Tests such as elevation of the C-reactive protein or the ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)
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Why patients choose ISMC
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.
Our rheumatologists diagnose and treat a wide range of inflammatory, autoimmune, and degenerative musculoskeletal conditions. Common conditions we manage include: rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthropathy and ankylosing spondylitis, SLE, Sjogren’s syndrome, vasculitis, Gout and Pseudogout
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...
View ProfileFrequently asked questions
Yes, a GP referral is required to see our specialists. This ensures Medicare rebates apply and helps us prepare for your visit.
It means you have a team, not just a single doctor. Our specialists consult with each other on complex cases to ensure your treatment plan considers every aspect of your health.
Yes, we offer Telehealth for follow-up appointments and initial consultations where clinically appropriate. Ask our reception team when booking.
Our head office is in Kogarah. Please call (02) 9587 0238 to find the most convenient location for your needs.
Bring your GP referral, any recent blood tests or imaging, a list of current medications, and your Medicare card. Arriving 10 minutes early helps with paperwork.
