Rheumatology and Immunology Clinic
Contact Information
3F Clinic at McMaster (near the Red elevator third floor) MONDAY and FRIDAY
The phone number is 905-521-5012
The fax number is 905-521-2654
What services do we provide?
- Diagnosis and management of pediatric rheumatologic disorders including all types of arthritis, vasculitis, musculoskeletal pain syndromes, periodic fever syndromes.
- Diagnosis and management of children with recurrent infections and of pediatric immune deficiency disorders.
Referral process
- Referrals can be faxed directly to the clinic
Clinic hours
The clinic hours are MONDAY 3F Clinic: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and FRIDAY 3F Clinic: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.
Urgent referrals
The clinics are not for emergencies. If your child needs to be seen on an urgent basis, please contact your family doctor or go to your local emergency department.
Changing your appointment
Please contact us as soon as possible, if you need to change your child's appointment or cancel the appointment.
Important
If your child has a communicable disease such as Chicken Pox or has been in contact with someone with Chicken Pox, please call the clinic before you come to the hospital
What should you bring to the Clinic
- Your child's health card - the Ministry of Health requires us to validate your health card at each visit
- Any x-rays, letters or bloodwork from your doctor
- Any notes or questions that you may have
- shorts for your child to change into
Interdisciplinary team
Dr. Peter Dent, Pediatric Rheumatologist and Immunologist
Dr. Maggie Larche, Pediatric and Adult Rheumatologist and Immunologist
Our team also includes: a Registered Nurse, Jan Falcone, ext. 73617 and Office Assistant, Lisa Villeneuve, ext. 75382, email lvillen@mcmaster.ca
Our philosophy
Our philosophy is family-centered care. We strive to provide the best care possible.
Resources
The Family Resource Library is located in the 3F clinic. Volunteer staff are available to help families find information about their child's health or illness. Pamphlets, books, and resources on internet are available.
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Quality Control
Every six months we survey families to ask your perceptions of care.
If you have any concerns please contact Randy Calvert, Clinical Manager.
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