Allergy & Immunology

The Division of Allergy and Immunology offers a broad range of diagnostic and treatment options in allergies and immunologic diseases.

An allergy is an exaggerated immune response [20] or reaction to substances that are generally not harmful.

See also:

• Allergic conjunctivitis
• Allergic reactions [21]
• Allergy testing [22]
• Allergy to mold, dander, dust [23]
• Atopic dermatitis [24] (eczema)
• Contact dermatitis
• Drug allergies
• Food allergies [25]
• Hay fever [26] (allergic rhinitis)

Causes

Allergies are relatively common. Both genetics and environmental factors play a role.

The immune system normally protects the body against harmful substances, such as bacteria and viruses. It also reacts to foreign substances called allergens, which are generally harmless and in most people do not cause a problem.

But in a person with allergies, the immune response is oversensitive. When it recognizes an allergen, it releases chemicals such as histamines. which fight off the allergen. This causes itching, swelling, mucus production, muscle spasms, hives [27],rashes [28], and other symptoms, which vary from person to person.

Common allergens include pollen, mold, pet dander, and dust. Food and drug allergies are common. Allergic reactions can also be caused by insect bites [29], jewelry, cosmetics, spices, and other substances.

Some people have allergy-like reactions to hot or cold temperatures, sunlight, or other environmental triggers. Sometimes, friction (rubbing or roughly stroking the skin) will cause symptoms.

A specific allergy is not usually passed down through families (inherited). However, if both your parents have allergies, you are likely to have allergies. The chance is greater if your mother has allergies.

Allergies may make certain medical conditions such as sinus problems, eczema [24], and asthma worse.

Symptoms

Allergy symptoms vary, but may include:

• Breathing problems (coughing, shortness of breath)
• Burning, tearing, or itchy eyes
• Conjunctivitis [30] (red, swollen eyes)
• Coughing
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Hives
• Itching of the nose, mouth, throat, skin, or any other area
• Runny nose
• Skin rashes
• Stomach cramps
• Vomiting
• Wheezing

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Cardiology

The Division of Cardiology offers a complete array of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The newly redesigned facility has some of the most modern equipment available including 3D echocardiography [32], web-based EKG [33], state-of-the-art stress lab [34], and an all-digital catheterization lab [35].

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Services      - ABI/PVR Testing      - Ambulatory cardiac monitoring [38]      - Arrhythmia evaluation and treatment [39]      - Catheterization laboratory, all-digital [35]      - Clinical Consultation      - Diagnostic cardiac catheterization [40]      - Cardiac stress testing [41]     - Echocardiography [42]      - Electrocardiography [43]      - Exercise with or without cardiac imaging         - Holter monitors and event recorders [44]      - In-hospital evaluation        - Nuclear Studies      - Office-based evaluation      - Pacemaker and cardiac defibrillator evaluation      - Pharmacologic stress testing [34]      - Signal-averaged ECG [33]      - Tilt table testing      - Vascular Ultrasound [45]

Education 

The Cardiology staff is deeply involved in The Brooklyn Hospital Center's continuing education program. Regularly scheduled lectures are provided to physicians-in-training, nursing staff and other personnel. We are actively involved in the training and supervision of Cardiology Fellows. Lectures at other sites are also given routinely. We regularly sponsor educational symposia open to all health care providers.

Research 

Our physicians are committed to expanding the fund of knowledge within the cardiology field. Research projects, both limited to hospital itself and those performed in cooperation with other leading institutions are conducted including NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Weill Medical College of Cornell University. All of these activities are under the authority of the Institutional Review Board and safeguard patient safety and privacy. Results of our studies have been published in peer-reviewed journals and the media.

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Dialysis Services

The Division of Hemodialysis Services is dedicated to improving patient health outcomes for patients with End-stage renal disease [48]. Dialysis services are provided for patients in need of acute, chronic or CAPD/CCPD (home peritoneal dialysis) services. The Brooklyn Hospital Center Dialysis Services Center, located at the Hospital Center and at the Rockwell Center located just one block away, is one of the leading dialysis facilities in the United States.

We treat over 200 patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) [48]. Our clinical outcomes have been excellent--we are in the top 15% of dialysis units in the country.

Our team of doctors, nurses, technicians, nutritionists and social workers work together to provide the best care possible. Each dialysis station has a fully reclining chair and personal TV, with cable, VCR and DVD available for your education and entertainment.

Related Information

     - National Kidney Foundation
[49]     - American Kidney Fund [50]
     - National Kidney Disease Education Program [51]
     - American Association of Kidney Patients [52]

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Endocrinology & Diabetes

The Division of Endocrinology addresses diseases such as diabetes [53], elevated cholesterol level [54] and other endocrine disorders such as calcium problems, menstrual disorders [55] and impotence [56], growth hormone disorders [57] and adrenal problems.

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General Medicine

General Medicine physicians serve as primary care physicians for adult patients. The doctors provide a wide range of non-surgical health care services, including physical examinations, preventive screenings, immunizations, urgent care for medical conditions, and referrals to appropriate specialists when appropriate.

Physicians

     - Susan Massad, MD
     - Ohumide Osoba, MD
     - Aneta Ostrowska, MD
     - Linus Yoe, MD

Find a General Physician [58]

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Gastroenterology

World-class physicians. Cutting edge tools.

The Brooklyn Hospital Center is at the forefront of new technologies in colonoscopy [59] and endoscopy [59]. We have highly advanced endoscopes, which make procedures faster and more effective while greatly minimizing discomfort. We are the first hospital in New York City equipped with the THIRD EYE Retroscope, which gives physicians an advanced retrograde view of the colon, illuminating blind spots and improving polyp detection during colonoscopy. We are also one of the first facilities in New York State to use the EVIS EXERA III endoscopy system, which uses next-generation Narrow Band imaging for enhanced observation of mucosal tissue. This technology has dual-focus capabilities that allow physicians to switch the depth of field from normal focus to near focus for more detailed observation of suspected lesions. Enhancements provided by the THIRD EYE Retroscope and the EVIS EXERA III system help detect colorectal cancer and other GI diseases at their earliest stages.

Click here to learn about our highly trained Gas [60]trolenterology Medical Team. [60]

We welcome patients with undiagnosed diseases and conditions.

Do you suffer from an unexplained gastrointestinal (GI) problem such as abdominal pain, nausea, difficulty swallowing, rectal bleeding or an unexpected change in bowel habits?

Our Board Certified Gastroenterologists are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of complex illnesses of the GI tract.* Utilizing an all-digital endoscopy [59]suite and other Brooklyn Hospital Center resources, they’ll help find the cause of your problem and develop a treatment plan that works for you. Some of the many diseases and disorders we treat include:

• GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) [61] and Dyspepsia
• Crohn’s Disease [62]
• Hepatitis C [63]
• Diverticulosis [64]
• Gallstones [65]
• Gastroparesis
• Peptic Ulcer Disease [66]
• Celiac Disease [67]
• Cirrhosis [68]
• Colon Cancer [69]
• Constipation [70]
• Gastritis [71]

*Includes your esophagus, stomach, and small and large intestines.

We offer the following procedures:

Upper Endoscopy [59] – helps diagnose cause of abdominal pain, cause of upper GI bleed and saves lives by enabling control of bleeding, also allows for removal of foreign body impacted in the esophagus

Colonoscopy  [59]– aids in colon cancer screening, enables removal of pre-cancer and early cancer lesions in the colon, helps diagnose and control bleeding in cases of lower GI bleed, and aids in the diagnosis of causes of diarrhea such as infection, inflammatory bowel disease and microscopic colitis

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) – aids in the diagnosis of bile duct disease, saves lives by allowing drainage of infection in patients with ascending cholangitis (infection of the bile duct), and improves quality of life by relieving jaundice and itching in patients with bile duct obstruction from advanced pancreatic cancer

Endoscopic Ultrasound – special endoscopic imaging which  helps in closely visualizing abdominal organs such as pancreas, bile duct and surrounding structures

Esophageal Manometry – helps diagnose and treat motility disorders of esophagus

Capsule Endoscopy – helps diagnose small bowel disease such as blood vessel malformation, colitis and ulcerations

Colonic stent – prevents obstruction in cases of advanced colon cancer

Esophageal Stent and Dilation – improves difficulty in swallowing in patients with strictures and advanced esophageal cancer

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A forty-year tradition of education, research and compassionate patient care.

The Brooklyn Hospital Center is not only Brooklyn’s first hospital; it’s also home to one of the borough’s oldest fully accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship [72] programs. Thanks in part to this long tradition of scholarship and original research, our patients receive the most informed, up-to-date GI treatments available.

Digital technology offers a closer look inside.

TBHC uses all-digital endoscopy to take highly detailed images of the upper and lower GI tract.
Most endoscopies [59]take just 10-20 minutes and overnight stays are rarely required.

Commitment to Education

Training doctors to become highly skilled and caring gastroenterologists is an important goal of our division. We have several fellows in our fully accredited 3-year Fellowship Program [72]. All of these students are under the supervision of our division chief, full-time gastroenterologists and voluntary specialists.

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Geriatrics

Health care designed for older patients.

As we age our body changes, but that doesn’t mean we have to accept significant loss of functionality. The negative effects of many age-related illnesses and conditions can be lessened when caught early on and managed properly.

The following is just a partial list of common conditions
treated by Brooklyn Hospital Center Geriatricians.

• Osteoporosis [73], Osteoarthritis [74] and Other Bone Conditions
• Dizziness [75], Frequent Falling and Balance Problems [76]
• Joint Pain [77]
• Dementia [78], Depression [79], Memory Loss [80]
• Urinary [81]and Bowel Incontinence [82]
• Foot Ulcers and Other Slow Healing Wounds [83]
• Vision [84] and Hearing [85]Impairment

Leverage the resources of Brooklyn’s
oldest voluntary hospital.

TBHC Geriatricians coordinate your care with other specialists so you can receive exactly the treatment you need, without fear of conflicting medications or therapies.

Some of the specialized clinical services offered by The Brooklyn Hospital Center include:

• Cardiology [2]
• Dialysis Services [4]
• Endocrinology [5] (for thyroid and diabetes treatment)
• Rheumatology [14]
• Gastroenterology [6]
• Hematology/Oncology [9]
• Nephrology [11] (for kidney-related conditions)
• Neurology [12]
• Ophthalmology [86]
• Orthopaedics [87]
• Physical Therapy [88]
• Podiatry [89]
• Pulmonary Medicine [13]
• Speech and Hearing Therapy [90]
• Urology [15]

A health care plan focused on you.

The average elderly patient with multiple chronic
conditions makes almost forty visits to 14 healthcare
specialists every year. TBHC Geriatricians coordinate
all of these medical caregivers, making your treatment
safer and far more convenient.

We meet all of your health care needs.

Focused not on a single illness but on you as a person,
your Geriatrician can help solve many problems faced by
older patients.

• Long-Term Planning Decisions
• Finding Appropriate Elder Care
• Managing Chronic Pain
• Minimizing Use of Pharmaceuticals
• Preventive Care

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Hematology/Cancer Care

 

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A Report on Cancer Care at The Brooklyn Hospital Center. [92]

The Division of Hematology and Oncology offers patients state-of-the-art cancer [93] care from Board Certified hematologists/medical oncologists and Oncology Certified nursing staff.

Cancer care at The Brooklyn Hospital Center includes:

- Full spectrum cancer treatment, from adult solid tumors [94] and hemtological malignancies [95] to benign hematological disorders.

- Coordinated, multi-modal care that includes on-staff and volunteer physicians, and health specialists from numerous practice areas.

- Best-in-breed chemotherapy [96] infusion chairs located in a pleasant environment overlooking Fort Greene Park. Nutritious, appealing meals are offered to patients during infusion sessions without charge.

Learn about The Brooklyn Hospital Center's Cancer Resource Center [97] and our many cancer support groups [98].

Visit our Health care Library [93] for up-to-date information about cancer and treatment options.

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Infectious Diseases

The Brooklyn Hospital Center has a very active Infectious Diseases service. Our attending physicians provide consultative services for inpatients with a variety of infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS and unexplained fevers.

We are responsible for the ongoing outpatient care for patients with HIV/AIDS. These individuals are treated at the PATH Center [99], the Program for AIDS Treatment & Health, located at the hospital center's downtown campus, and on 2222 Church Avenue, Brooklyn.

The PATH Center [99] is a New York State Designated AIDS Center and is recognized as a Center of Excellence by the New York State AIDS Institute.

Patients with infectious diseases may also be seen in the private offices of our attending physicians.

Dr. Leonard Berkowtiz, MD, chief of the he Division of Infectious Diseases and medical director of the PATH Center, is consistently rated one of New York's top doctors. Click on the image below and search for "Infectious Diseases" [100] in New York Magazine's 2011 "Best Doctors" listing.

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Nephrology

Nephrology at The Brooklyn Hospital Center covers the entire spectrum of diagnosis and treatment of kidney problems. Services are provided in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

On an inpatient basis, consultations are provided on a wide range of kidney problems including hypertension [101], diabetes [102] and kidney failure [103]. Outpatient consultations and office visits are provided by our nephrologists in a private office setting. We place a strong emphasis on treating patients with hypertension and diabetes at an early stage in order to avoid progression to kidney failure.

Our primary goal is to preserve the patient's remaining kidney function in order to avoid the need for dialysis in the future. Those patients who have kidney failure are treated in the Dialysis Center. In addition, we have a home peritoneal dialysis program. Our dialysis program is now treating over 200 patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) [48]. Our clinical outcomes have been excellent; we are in the top 15% of dialysis units in the country.

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Neurology

The Brooklyn Hospital Center's Division of Neurology offers the best comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services available for a broad range of neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s Disease [104], Multiple Sclerosis, epilepsy [105]/seizure disorders [106], neck and back pain, stroke, headaches [107], carpal tunnel syndrome [108] and more.

Our team of neurologists work closely with each patient to determine the exact cause of the complaint and to rule out the presence of any underlying neurological condition. Teamwork is the essence of quality care at TBHC. We will work with you, your family, your primary care physician and other medical specialists to ensure comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.

In 2011 and 2012 the Stroke Center was awarded the Gold Plus Achievement Award for high-quality stroke care from the American Heart and Stroke Associations. In addition, the program was placed on the Associations' "Honor Roll" for high stroke care performers--one of only three such programs in Brooklyn to receive this recognition.

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Oncology

718-250-6960

Our revitalized hematology and oncology division brings outstanding patient-centered cancer care to Brooklyn. We offer state-of-the-art treatment in a warm, caring environment, and we understand that cancer care must include both the mind and body.

Our staff consists of dedicated, highly trained specialists who will soon be joined by a Patient Navigator responsible for making the treatment process clearer and easier for you and your family.

Appointment Information

Please call 718.250.6960 to make an appointment.

Insurances Accepted

Please call 718.250.6960 for specific information about insurance verification.

Languages Spoken

English and Spanish. (Free interpreter services for many other languages are available upon request.)

Physicians

Director: Gina Villani M.D. [109]
Elizabeth Guevara M.D.
Meena Ahluwalia, MD

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Pulmonary Medicine

Breathe easy... You're in the care of downtown Brooklyn's leading pulmonologists.

An acknowledged leader in pulmonary care and education, The Brooklyn Hospital Center (TBHC) has become the consultant of choice for general internists and family medicine physicians throughout Brooklyn.

Working in partnership with your primary care physician (PCP), our Board Certified Pulmonologists offer a broad range of services, from routine asthma care and COPD treatment to the diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer, interstitial lung disease and acute lung injuries.

Nationally recognized for quality patient care. TBHC’s Division of Pulmonary Medicine is a proud recipient of the 2009/2010 HEALTHGRADES Pulmonary Excellence Award, which recognizes TBHC as one of America’s top ranking providers of pulmonary services.

Compassionate, Expert Care

TBHC’s Board Certified Pulmonologists are specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries of the lung and bronchial tubes. They’re here to help if your condition remains undiagnosed or hasn’t responded to conventional treatment.

Common Illnesses:

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Asthma
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Lung Injury
• Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Other Sleep Disorders
• Lung Cancer
• Smoking Addiction

State-of-the-art Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) laboratory

Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT) help your physician determine how much air your lungs can
hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs add oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from your bloodstream.

Commitment to education and research—The TBHC advantage.

Because we emphasize education and research as well as clinical care, many of the newest technologies and procedures in lung care are available right here in our downtown Brooklyn campus.

We care about your education, too.

To heal properly, you need to take your medications the right way. Our Board Certified Pulmonologists will work with you until you fully understand what medicines you’re taking and why. They’ll also make sure you can properly operate any medical devices you may need such as an inhaler or face mask.

Do you have trouble sleeping?

Sleep is a cornerstone of good health. Poor sleeping can lead to low productivity, hypertension, depression and other disorders.

If you can’t get through a night without waking up, consider scheduling an overnight stay at The Brooklyn
Hospital Center. We’ll observe you and electronically monitor the changes your body and brain undergo
during sleep.

Sleep Lab patients stay in a very comfortable, homelike environment. Please call 718.250.8224, email
mhs9001@nyp.org [112], or ask your primary care doctor to contact us directly.

Live longer, feel healthier!

Giving up cigarettes often requires more than just dedication and
resolve. To support your efforts, we offer nicotine replacement,
counseling and medications based on a comprehensive screening. Call 718.250.6100.

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Rehabilitation Medicine

Our focus is helping patients achieve their own goals for maximum functional independence. We employ licensed physical and cccupational therapy staff and a board-certified physician who specializes in physical rehabilitation.

Our clinicians are skilled at providing comprehensive outpatient and inpatient treatment for orthopedic problems affecting the neck, back, shoulder hip, knee, ankle, foot, elbow, wrist and hand.

We also support the treatment of neurological conditions such as spinal cord or traumatic brain injury, stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and chronic pain associated with cancer surgery and wound care, as well as illnesses such as arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, obesity and heart disease.

We treat children as well as adults.

Personnel

     - Beata Nowak, PT, Director
     - Sirisha Tikko, MD

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Rehabilitation Medicine

REHABILITATION MEDICINE
718-250-8378

At The Brooklyn Hospital Center, the focus of rehabilitation services is on the patient's own goals for achieving maximum functional independence. We employ licensed Physical and Occupational Therapy staff and a board-certified physician, specializing in physical rehabilitation.

Our clinicians are skilled at providing comprehensive outpatient and inpatient treatment for: Orthopedic problems, affecting the neck, back, shoulder hip, knee, ankle, foot, elbow wrist and hand. Neurological conditions such as spinal cord or traumatic brain injury, CVA (stroke) Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Chronic Pain, particularly associated with arthritis and that which frequently follows cancer surgery, generalized decrease in function resulting from diabetes, hypertension, obesity and/or heart disease, pediatric and wound care.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

To make an appointment – Phone: 718-250-8378

INSURANCES ACCEPTED

Please contact 718 250 8378 for specific information about insurances accepted.

OTHER LANGUAGES SPOKEN

Interpreter services are available.

PHYSICIAN

Sirisha Tikko, M.D.

SPECIFIC NEEDS

Please contact office for information about the need for referrals.

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Dermatology

Medically focused skin care for the entire family.

Cosmetics Practice for All Skin Types

• Botox
• Chemical Peels
• Face Moles
• Juvederm 
• Skin Tags

Great looking skin is healthy skin.

The Brooklyn Hospital Center offers highly personalized, medically focused dermatologic care. We believe in avoiding cosmetic “quick fixes” in favor of treatments that support the long-term health of your skin and body.

Care provided on your schedule, not ours.

Most of us are busy and have to juggle many challenges at once. That’s why we’ve made scheduling a doctor’s visit fast and easy. You can make an appointment yourself (718.250.6767) or ask your doctor for a referral.

Once you’re here, your examination will be unhurried. The Dermatologist will spend as much time as it takes to diagnose and treat your problem.

The advantages of a hospital affiliated dermatology practice.

The condition of your skin can shed light on an illness in another part of your body. As a Brooklyn Hospital Center patient, we offer quick, convenient access to a variety of qualified specialists should you need a referral. These individuals will work with your Dermatologist and Primary Care Physician to make sure you receive exactly the care you need.

Our Board Certified Dermatologists are trained to handle even the most difficult skin problems. They offer
traditional surgery, cryosurgery (applying extreme cold to the affected area), and a variety of medications including the latest biologic therapies.

Some of the many illnesses and conditions we treat include:

• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Acne
• Rosacea
• Skin Cancer
• Problems with Fingernails, Toenails, and Scalp
• Blistering Diseases
• Disturbances of Pigmentation
• Photoaging (dark spots and wrinkles caused by prolonged sun exposure)
• Lupus
• Pregnancy-Related Conditions
• HIV/AIDS-Related Conditions

Comprehensive care for complex skin problems.

Compassionate skin care for every age.

Not all skin conditions are alike. Babies and young children
have unique skin care needs, as do the elderly. Our Board
Certified physicians are skilled in treating all skin types.
Pediatric skin care.

• Acne
• Birthmarks
• Hives
• Undiagnosed Skin Rashes
• Warts
• Ringworm
• Scabies
• Poison Ivy

Skin care for the elderly.

• Excessively Dry Skin (xerosis)
• Pressure Ulcers
• Diabetic Ulcers
• Premalignant Lesions (actinic keratoses)

When it comes to skin cancer, ethnicity matters.

Malignant melanomas can appear anywhere on the body, but the location tends to vary with ethnicity.
In Hispanics, melanomas tend to occur on the legs while in African Americans they may appear on non-sunexposed skin such as the feet, palms, and nails.

Brooklyn Hospital Center Dermatologists are acutely aware of these differences and screen patients
accordingly.

Expert skin care for every ethnicity.

• Skin Pigmentation Disorders (e.g., melasma and vitiligo)
• Thickening of the Skin (hyperkeratosis)
• Dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis)

We keep your Primary Care Physician in the loop.

If you have a regular doctor, we will keep in close contact with her or him throughout your care. We will
stay in touch by phone or email, and prepare a detailed treatment summary to ensure your care is integrated with any other treatments you may be receiving.Personnel

The Brooklyn Hospital Center accepts most public and private insurance plans. Please call 718.250.6767 for more information.

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Rheumatology

We keep Brooklyn moving.

Rheumatic diseases range from the very common osteoarthritis to more complex illnesses, such as Systemic  Lupus Erythematosus. There are many causes of Arthritis, and  is important that the condition be diagnosed accurately so that proper treatment can be provided. Left untreated, these diseases can lead to joint deformities and serious disability leading to difficulties with activities of daily living.  Early diagnosis and intervention are key to preventing joint damage. Working in partnership with your Primary Care Physician, our Board Certified Rheumatologist will help you regain a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Some of the many rheumatic illnesses treated at The Brooklyn Hospital Center are:

• Osteoarthritis [74]
• Rheumatoid Arthritis [120]
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus [121]
• Scleroderma [122]
• Osteoporosis [73]
• Gout [123]
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Raynauld’s Phenomenon
• Sjogren’s Syndrome
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis

Advanced imaging technology.

The Brooklyn Hospital Center provides a full range of radiologic services. In addition, the Rheumatology Division uses musculoskeletal ultrasound, which are high-frequency sound waves, that create detailed pictures allowing extremely accurate needle placement when performing joint injections.

Infusion therapy, the relaxing way.

Some of the newest rheumatology treatments require infusion therapy. The Brooklyn Hospital’s Infusion Center was recently outfitted with new state-of-the-art chairs designed to keep patients comfortable. Offering a truly healing atmosphere, the Center has beautiful views of Fort Greene Park, cable television, reading material, complimentary meals, and a waiting area for adults and children.

Individualized treatment in a full-service hospital.

Your Brooklyn Hospital Center Rheumatologist will create a treatment plan designed specifically for you. Should you need an additional specialist—such as an orthopedic surgeon or physical therapist—all treatment will be coordinated for you to ensure quality of care.

X-ray films are read by our Board Certified Bone and Joint Radiologist.

Diagnostic and treatment options:

• Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
• Bone Densitometry (DXA)*
• MRI and CT Scanning
• Viscosupplementation Injections**
• Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Orthopeadic Surgery

*Used to diagnose osteoporosis and monitor effects of treatment.
**Viscosupplementation injections are an effective treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee.

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Urology

The Department of Urology diagnoses and treats all problems involving the male and female urinary tracts [126], as well as the male reproductive organs in both adults and pediatric patients. We provide care throughout the life cycle, from newborns to the elderly.

All types of genitourinary cancer [127]as well as nonmalignant tumors of the urinary tract and male reproductive system are evaluated and treated—prostate, bladder, kidneys and testes. Our team provides highly skilled diagnostic and treatment service for patients of all ages who have voiding dysfunctions. We diagnosis and treat urinary calculus, and we utilize state-of-the-art equipment to treat stone [128] disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) [129] and other illnesses.

Meet our Urologists [130]

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