BENEFITS OF EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT
Arthritis sufferers who are treated early and assertively have a much greater chance of controlling the disease. This program could help:

- Reduce overall symptoms
- Lessen joint damage and pain
- Lessen disability
- Improve functioning
- Avert development of chronic diseases- heart disease, osteoporosis, stomach ulcers, lymphoma- even premature death in the case of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

PATIENT FOCUSED HEALTHCARE
The EAC Program consists of a group of healthcare professionals who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and the development of individual treatment plans. Once referred (either self referred or by another physician) to the EAC, We will see you within one to two weeks and will communicate closely with your primary doctor to coordinate your care.

Evaluations by Dr. Ricardo Pocurull, a board certified rheumatologist, assisted by a highly trained nurse practitioner, Gina Bates, NP-C, will include a detailed medical history and expert joint examination, appropriate blood work, x-rays, joint ultrasound, and perhaps MRI. The therapeutic plan may include various anti-rheumatic treatments, pain management techniques, and an ongoing care. This patient-focused care will help educate you about ways to enjoy every day activities more.

EASY ACCESS WITHOUT DELAY - Call today at 979-696-8000 and ask for an “early arthritis” (or EAC) appointment.

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