What kind of specialist treats dermatomyositis?
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My wife was diagnosed with dermatomyositis two years ago. We want to see someone at Johns Hopkins while we are in DC, but we are at a loss as to which specialty is best suited to help us -- is it rheumatology, orthopedics, or dermatology? Who \"owns\" myositis/dermatomyositis? Thanks. |
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Dermatomyositis is managed by rheumatologists, but often help with diagnosis is provided by the neuromuscular clinic or dermatology. There is a specialty clinic for dermatomyositis at Johns Hopkins. More information can be found by visiting the Myositis Center Web Site - http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/myositis/. |
Last update: 03:11 PM Thursday, July 30, 2009
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Alan Matsumoto, M.D.
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