Consultant RHeumatology

Rheumatologist Job Duties

Rheumatologists have a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:
Prescribing medications to treat conditions such as arthritis or Lupus

Conducting physical examinations, including taking x-rays and MRIs as needed to diagnose conditions

Performing biopsies to remove tissue samples for analysis by a pathologist or other specialist

Providing consultations to other physicians regarding difficult cases that they are unable to diagnose or treat

Diagnosing patients with rheumatic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s syndrome, scleroderma, and osteoarthritis

Performing clinical research to advance the understanding of rheumatic diseases

Referring patients to other specialists when appropriate to help them manage their conditions

Prescribing medications to treat rheumatic diseases and other conditions that cause inflammation in the body

Teaching patients how to manage their condition, work with their physician on a treatment plan, and prevent flare-ups of their disease from occurring

**Salary**: Up to BD3,500.000 per month