At the forefront of compassionate care, Synergy Rheumatology marries cutting-edge rheumatology treatments with a personal touch. Discover our specialized approach to autoimmune diseases that use personalized treatment plans designed around you.
This is a terrible syndrome characterized by whole body pain as its most obvious feature, but, at its worst, becomes associated with a variety of symptoms that wreck your quality of life. These range from crushing fatigue, headaches, brain fog, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome or its symptoms, tingling/numbness without organic explanation, and terrible pain following even the most mild activity.
The challenge with this terrible syndrome is the lack of recognition and lack of treatment options available. This pain is invisible; no one around you, sometimes even your loved ones, will fully understand. Doctors may tell you all the tests are normal and “it’s all in your head”. At worst, some physicians won’t treat you or refer you elsewhere.
Welcome to a new dimension of rheumatologic care at Synergy Rheumatology and Wellness. Musculoskeletal ultrasound represents a significant advancement in diagnosing and treating rheumatologic conditions. Dr. Fellows is RhMSUS-certified by the American College of Rheumatology – this credential is awarded following arduous, additional training in ultrasound above usual rheumatology training.
Diagnostic ultrasound is a cornerstone of our practice. This non-invasive and painless technology allows us to visualize the structures inside your body in real-time. It can become crucial to confirming your diagnosis, assessing disease activity, and evaluating the effectiveness of our treatment plan. By using ultrasound, we can make informed decisions about your treatment plan with more precision and confidence than possible without.
Are you struggling with daily tasks due to weight issues? Whether it’s feeling out of breath with short walks or running errands, facing discomfort or embarrassment in everyday situations, or dealing with the impact of weight on your arthritis, cardiac health, mental health, or diabetes, you’re not alone. Many face these challenges, often feeling lost and without guidance.
Obesity is an affliction that is unfortunately growing over time; some 40% of adults in the United States struggle with this disease. Fortunately, new, safe medication and treatment options have become available that rise to the challenge in managing obesity, helping us medically lose weight in means that used to only be possible through bariatric surgery.
While remaining firmly rooted in state-of-the-art traditional, allopathic medicine, our practice also offers a broader perspective that recognizes the significant influence of lifestyle factors on overall health. This involves integrating key elements of wellness such as sleep, nutrition, social connections, and fitness into your care plan. We acknowledge that these factors can profoundly impact your body’s control of inflammation, both positively and negatively.
Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. Managing osteoporosis effectively requires a comprehensive and proactive approach to strengthen bone density and reduce the risk of fractures. Our focus is on providing advanced and personalized care plans to address the specific needs of those living with osteoporosis, aiming to improve bone health and overall quality of life.
At the forefront of our osteoporosis management strategy are advanced treatment options, including both intravenous and injectable therapies.
Joint pain and osteoarthritis are common conditions that can significantly affect your daily life, mobility, and overall well-being. Osteoarthritis, the most prevalent form of arthritis, arises from the wear and tear of joint cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and swelling. Understanding the impact of these conditions, our goal is to provide effective pain relief and management strategies tailored to each individual’s needs.
A cornerstone of our approach to managing joint pain and osteoarthritis is the use of ultrasound-guided procedures. This state-of-the-art technique allows for precise targeting of medication injections, ensuring maximum efficacy and minimum discomfort. By visually guiding the needle to the exact area of inflammation or damage, these procedures can offer significant pain relief, improved joint function, and a faster return to daily activities.
Autoimmune diseases represent a complex category of conditions where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues. This can lead to a wide range of symptoms and affect various parts of the body. Key diseases within this spectrum include systemic (and discoid) lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome, scleroderma, mixed connective tissue disease, sarcoidosis, and many others – each presenting its unique challenges and impacts on patients’ lives. These conditions can cause significant discomfort, pain, and in severe cases, organ damage, emphasizing the importance of specialized care and management.
Dr. Fellows is an amazing doctor with incredible bedside manner along with an easy going personality. He’s not the type of doctor that just makes diagnosis, prescribes medication and sends you on your way. Dr. Fellows actually encourages you to participate in your care. He works with his patients as a team not just as your doctor, collaborating and discussing all options for treatment. I would highly recommend Dr. Fellows to anyone seeking rheumatology care. He is one of the best doctors you will ever encounter.
