Rheumatology

The Rheumatology service provides confidential, remote consultations for a wide range of joint, muscle, and autoimmune conditions. Licensed rheumatologists from Tibbi Telemed’s partner clinics will assess your symptoms, review your medical history, and develop personalized care plans to help you manage inflammation, pain, and mobility challenges associated with rheumatic diseases.

This service supports the management of chronic conditions such as arthritis, lupus, gout, fibromyalgia, and other autoimmune or inflammatory disorders. Telemedicine makes it convenient to adjust treatment plans, review lab results, and receive lifestyle and medication guidance without unnecessary in-person visits.

However, please note that some conditions may require physical examinations, lab work, or imaging that must be done in person. Your rheumatologist will advise you on any further steps if needed.

What Rheumatology Services Include

Rheumatic Condition Assessments

Virtual consultations to evaluate joint pain, swelling, stiffness, or other symptoms.

Medication Management

Guidance on anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and prescription renewals.

Lifestyle and Self-Management Advice

Recommendations to manage flare-ups, pain, and daily activity levels.

Follow-Ups and Monitoring

Regular check-ins to review progress, adjust treatment, and monitor side effects.

Benefits of Rheumatology via Telemedicine

Convenience

Manage chronic conditions with regular support from home.

Specialist Access

Consult licensed rheumatologists without unnecessary travel.

Personalized Plans

Receive a care plan tailored to your condition and lifestyle.

Ongoing Support

Stay on top of symptoms and treatment with regular virtual visits.

Reasons to Consult

The Rheumatology service is suitable for many non-emergency inflammatory and autoimmune conditions that can be supported through telemedicine. Below are examples of common reasons to consult. This list is not exhaustive — your rheumatologist will confirm if your case is appropriate for virtual care.

Common Rheumatology Concerns

If your concern cannot be fully assessed or treated through telemedicine, the healthcare professional will provide recommendations, evaluate the severity, and advise whether in-person care is needed.

Rheumatoid arthritis management

Osteoarthritis symptom support

Lupus (SLE) follow-ups and flare-up advice

Gout diagnosis and prevention planning

Fibromyalgia pain management strategies

Psoriatic arthritis symptom monitoring

Joint pain and stiffness evaluation

Long-term use of immunosuppressants

Medication adjustments for side effects

Review of lab results related to rheumatic conditions

Limitations of Service

Scope

This service is for non-emergency rheumatic conditions that can be managed remotely. Acute severe flare-ups or joint infections need urgent in-person care.

Diagnostic Limitations

Some diagnoses require physical exams, lab tests, or imaging that must be done in person.

Not for Emergencies

This service is not appropriate for sudden severe joint pain, high fever, or infections. Seek urgent care if needed.

Photo or Document Submissions

You may be asked to share lab results or medical records. You agree to provide clear, up-to-date information.

Not a Replacement for In-Person Rheumatology

This service complements, but does not replace, physical assessments or treatments that must be done in person.