Rheumatology is a sub-specialty in internal medicine devoted to the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. The emphasis is on clinical problems involving joints, soft tissue, and allied conditions of connective tissue. These conditions include rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lupus, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoporosis, vasculitis, and inflammatory muscle disease. Most treatment modalities are based on immunology.
Pulmonology is the science that specializes in diseases of the lungs and respiratory tract. Physicians specializing in this area are called pulmonologists. Pulmonology is closely related to critical care medicine when dealing with patients that require mechanical ventilation. As a result, many pulmonologists are certified to practice critical care medicine in addition to pulmonary medicine.
Internal Medicine is a specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and medical treatment of adults. Physicians who specialize in internal medicine are referred to as internists. An internist’s training focuses on learning the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases such as hypertension and diabetes.
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with skin and its diseases. It is a unique specialty with both medical and surgical aspects. The dermatologists at McIntosh Clinic provide a full range of dermatology services, specializing in both adult and pediatric dermatology.
The implementation of the electronic medical record has allowed optimum efficiency in physician access to patient information.
State-of-the-art laboratory, pathology, and radiology facilities are available on site to better serve the patient.
Other services available at the Clinic include:
