Rheumatology
We diagnose and treat children and youth with conditions that affect the joints and connective tissue, called rheumatic diseases.
The Rheumatology Clinic provides care for children and youth with rheumatic diseases, including:
- Chronic arthritis (juvenile idiopathic arthritis)
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Dermatomyositis
- Scleroderma
- Vasculitis
- Recurrent fever syndromes
- Other less-common inflammatory diseases
We provide:
- Clinical assessments
- Follow-up clinics for children and youth
- Treatment from specialized pediatric rheumatology physiotherapists and occupational therapists
- Telephone consultations with pediatricians and family doctors throughout BC and Yukon
We offer combined clinics with nephrology, dermatology and neurology experts. These clinics provide specialized medical care for patients with immune-mediated kidney, skin, and neurological diseases.
Our clinic also supports pediatric outreach clinics, and a transition program for older youth and young adults with rheumatic diseases.
Referral information
Patients need a referral from a doctor to access care at our clinic.
Appointment details
The first visit to the Rheumatology Clinic is usually the longest. This allows enough time to review your child or youth's history, discuss any information sent by referring physicians, examine your child or youth, and discuss the findings with you.
We take a team-based approach to care. During your clinic visits, you and your child or youth may meet with several team members, including a medical trainee, nurse, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, social worker or research associate. You will always meet with one of our staff pediatric rheumatologists.
Our clerical staff will help you coordinate other appointments or tests so that, if possible, you can have them all on the same day while you are at BC Children's Hospital.
Contact us
Address:
Room K4-120
4480 Oak Street
Vancouver, BC
V6H 3V4
Phone: 604-875-2437 or 604-875-3678
Fax: 604-875-3141
Email: rheumatologyclinic@cw.bc.ca
Rheumatology nursing email: Rheumatologynurses@cw.bc.ca
Our rheumatology doctors participate in RACE (Rapid Access to Consultative Expertise). They are available to discuss cases with other health-care providers.
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Indigenous Health
We advocate for and provide support to Indigenous patients and families who are visiting the hospital.