Anyone from Arizona?

[PatMat]

Hi - Is there anyone by any chance who knows of an experienced rheumatologist in or near Phoenix, Arizona? My 89 year old aunt has been diagnosed after a long period of pain and illness, but her doctor is not being very helpful. She has been on a low dose of steroids for two weeks, reducing. She was given no information about PMR, or steroids, or what side effects she might experience.

A vain hope, I know - but I'm not sure where else to start!

I found this forum so helpful when I was diagnosed four years ago. Turns out, though, it was a misdiagnosis. Two years ago I found out I actually have Antisynthetase Syndrome. Now stable (fingers crossed) and reducing steroids with the help of immunosuppressants and an amazing consultant's support.

[PMRpro Ambassador]

What about the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix?

I THINK there is someone on the patient.info forum from that neck of the woods - but I won't swear to it. I will investigate later.

[PatMat in reply to PMRpro]

Wow! That was quick - thank you!

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to PatMat]

I was hallucinating! But I wasn't far out - he's New Mexico!

[PatMat in reply to PMRpro]

Don't worry - I'm grateful to you for checking !

[Bonnig]

My sister lives in Tucson...she's has a rheumie..lmk if that is close and I'll ask for the name?

[PatMat in reply to Bonnig]

Oh, thank you so much - it's not near, but they could travel. I'd really appreciate it if you could ask her.

[jwb43 in reply to PatMat]

PatMat,. I live in Gilbert Arizona and have been struggling with what may be PMR for 4 years have been to several rheumatologist in the East Valley and Phoenix area I would be glad to share information with you on a separate chat. Or email me . I will send you a private message with my email

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to jwb43]

Are you sure you want your email public?

Use a private message - click on the name which takes you to the profile. Message is top right.

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[Bonnig]

will do..right now..may take a day due to time diff

[Bonnig]

i'm on the east coast

[Bonnig]

ive been diagnosd with PMR. My twin originally thought she had PMR and then RA..but doesn't so far have either. Her Rheumie is :

Dr. Augusto Posadas

45320 E Camp Lowell

Tucson, AZ 85712

I know she likes him must better than her first...yet give me chance to speak with her. She texted me back during her lunch break but I missed speaking with her.

[PatMat in reply to Bonnig]

Thank you!