International Medical Center

Rheumatology Department

About the Department

This specialty is responsible for the medical management of musculoskeletal disorders and autoimmune diseases, including systemic rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, reactive arthritis, gout, pseudogout, lupus, inflammatory myopathies, systemic sclerosis, Behçet’s disease, vasculitis, Sjögren’s syndrome, and fibromyalgia, as well as other conditions such as low back pain, shoulder pain, and tendinitis.

Main Clinical Areas

Rheumatoid Arthritis/ Ankylosing Spondylitis/Gout/Pseudogout
/Reactive Arthritis/Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus)
/Inflammatory Myopathies/Systemic Sclerosis/Sjögren’s Syndrome
/Behçet’s Disease/Vasculitis/Adult-OnsetStill’s Disease
/Fibromyalgia

Major Procedures & Surgeries

• Basic Examinations

1.Blood tests and inflammatory marker assessment (ESR, CRP)
2.Autoimmune antibody testing: Antinuclear Antibody (ANA), Rheumatoid Factor (RF), Anti-CCP Antibody
(If ANA is positive, additional autoimmune antibody tests are performed)
3.Standard imaging studies

• Advanced Examinations

1.Musculoskeletal ultrasound, CT, MRI
2.Joint aspiration and synovial fluid analysis, including polarized light microscopy
3.Salivary gland scan

Best

Specialized Care for Rheumatic Diseases

We provide precise diagnosis and personalized treatment for chronic rheumatic conditions, including arthritis and autoimmune disorders.

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Fast

Fast and Efficient Rheumatologic Care

Sameday blood and imaging test reviews support early treatment to minimize joint damage.

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Trust

Safe and Long-Term Management for Rheumatic Diseases

Through continuous monitoring and combined rehabilitation care, we support long-term stability and improved quality of life.

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Department Location

Rheumatology Department

Hyun -mi Kwon

Medical Field

Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, lupus, Sjogren\'s syndrome, systemic sclerosis, vasculitis, Behcet\'s disease, Takayasu arteritis, inflammatory myositis, and other rheumatic diseases

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