PATIENT EDUCATION WNY Rheumatology is proud to be a member of the American College of Rheumatology, the global leader in rheumatology education, research, advocacy, and professional development.
We understand being diagnosed with a rheumatic disease may be scary and confusing, but with the right knowledge and qualified rheumatologist and healthcare team, living well with rheumatic disease is quite possible.
Trusted patient information is available. The Patient Education links below are designed to help patients and caregivers find the information they need about rheumatic diseases and conditions, common medications used to treat rheumatic diseases, resources for assistance, and the rheumatology healthcare professionals who will be helping you throughout the journey.
PATIENT FORMS(also availabe from menu above)
For your first appointment, we ask that you print the following three forms (below), complete them, then bring them with you to your first appointment:
Practice Policies - This 1-page form explains our office policies, including professional service, hours of operations, prescriptions, test results, professional fees, no show policy, and cancellation policy.
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Authorization Acknowledgment - This 1-page form explains your rights to privacy regarding your protected health information under the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1998.
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Patient History - This 6-page American College of Rheumatology form helps us get to know your current and past health. The more information you can complete, the better we can serve you. Please feel free to print this form double-sided to save paper.
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NOTE: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader (a free software program) on your computer or mobile device in order to download, open and print the forms above. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, click here, then follow the instructions to install Adobe Acrobat Reader.
MIC B INJECTION
What is a MIC B injection?
- It is a lipotropic injection containing methionine, inositol, choline, and Vit B12.
- These injections offer many benefits including weight loss by reducing the storage of fat and increasing metabolism, as well as improvement in energy.
Vit B12
- Sometimes called the energy vitamin.
- This water soluble vitamin helps to keep the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy.
- It also helps to prevent a form of anemia that can make you tired and weak.
Methionine
- Is an essential amino acid that plays an important role in metabolism.
Inositol
- Is a vitamin-like natural sugar related to the B vitamin family.
- It helps to metabolize fat and may improve insulin function in the body.
Choline
- Is an essential nutrient that is related to the B vitamins.
- It is responsible for lipid (fat) metabolism and transport and has other jobs in the body related to cell membrane structure and other functions.
*These injections are usually given twice a week
*The injections combined with a weekly weigh in is the best way to ensure we keep a close watch on your progress and maximize your success.
*Please see office staff for pricing and additional questions
VITAMIN INFUSION
What is a Vitamin Infusion?
- Also known as Myer’s Cocktail, named after the late John Myers, MD, who used iv injections of nutrients to treat many types of chronic conditions.
- It is a combination of several vitamins including Vit C, B12, B6, B1, Magnesium and Calcium.
What happens to the body and how long does the effect last?
- When the nutrients are given through IV they bypass the digestion process and the levels of the nutrients in the bloodstream are temporarily increased.
- The increase in nutrients in the bloodstream will “kick start” the cells in the body to produce more energy.
- Some patients report that their energy boosts last for days or weeks!
Who is a good candidate?
- Patients with the following conditions may benefit from the Vitamin Infusion:
Fibromyalgia
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Chronic Asthma or other lung diseases
Chronic Allergies
Chronic Infections
Chronic Fatigue*Please see office staff for pricing and additional questions
Please plan ahead for medication refills. To obtain a refill, call your pharmacy and request the refill (at least 48-72 hours) ahead of when you need your medication. The pharmacy will then contact WNY Rheumatology to authorize the refill. These requests will be processed during normal business hours (Monday-Friday). Please note that routine follow-up appointments with WNY Rheumatology and blood work are required to obtain medication refills.
Please allow 1-2 business days for WNY Rheumatology to return any non-urgent telephone calls. Lab results and x-ray results will be discussed at follow-up appointments unless there is an abnormality, in which case you will receive a call from the provider or nurse.
WNY Rheumatology welcomes new patients and accepts most insurances. Please inform us when your insurance changes.
If your insurance requires a referral from your Primary Care Physician, be advised that each patient is responsible to obtain this referral before their scheduled appointment with WNY Rheumatology, or we may need to reschedule the appointment. If a referral has expired, contact your Primary Care Physician for a new renewal before your next appointment with WNY Rheumatology.
WNY Rheumatology
Sunita Chadha, M.D.
Tel: 716-810-9292 • Fax: 716-810-9289
Mon-Fri : 8:30am - 5:00pm
Sat : Closed
Sun : Closed
495 International Drive
Williamsville, NY 14221
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