AHS - RHEUMATOLOGY CENTRAL ACCESS & TRIAGE CLINIC
ALL RHEUMATOLOGY REFERRALS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO
Fax: 403.955.8199 Phone: 403.955.8734
ABOUT THE CALEO HEALTH RHEUMATOLOGY DEPARTMENT: A collaboration of local Rheumatologists. The team consists of three (3) Rheumatologists, clinical nurses, medical office assistants and Allied Health professionals.
DR. SHARON LE CLERCQ & DR. BRITNEY JONES
200, 1402 8th Avenue N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1B9
Phone: 403.930.3185
Fax: 403.984.5445
Please Do Not Fax Referrals to Caleo Health
DR. LIAM MARTIN
200, 1402 8th Avenue N.W., Calgary, Alberta T2N 1B9
Phone: 403.930.3180
Fax: 403.984.5445
Please Do Not Fax Referrals to Caleo Health
The Patient Experience
STEP 4
DIAGNOSIS
Based on the historical outcomes data:
~75% of rheumatology patients referred to Caleo Health Rheumatologists do not have a connective tissue disorder and therefore no rheumatology consultation was required.
~ 25% of the patients assessed were determined to have a connective tissue or rheumatological condition.
“Urgent” Consultation
“Routine” Consultation
“No Rheumatologist Consult”
ALL REFERRALS ARE REVIEWED AND TRIAGED AND ONLY PATIENTS WHO ARE FOUND TO HAVE STRONG EVIDENCE FOR A RHEUMATIC DISEASE WILL RECEIVE A FORMAL CONSULTATION WITH A RHEUMATOLOGIST. Please be aware that a referral to a Rheumatologist does not mean you suffer with rheumatic or other connective tissue diseases.
PATIENTS THAT HAVE HAD RHEUMATIC AND OTHER CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISEASES RULED OUT WILL BE PROVIDED WITH APPROPRIATE TREATMENT RECOMMENDATION(S) OR REFERRAL.
The initial visit to Caleo Health focuses on evaluating your most critical area of complaint. The goal is to provide you and your physician; with the most responsible diagnosis, subsequent care pathway recommendation(s) and/or the referral(s) necessary for the treatment of your condition.
As part of the assessment and management process a referral to one (1) or more of the following may be necessary:
- Laboratory investigations (blood work)
- Investigational & Electro-diagnostics Studies: such as MRI, X-Ray, CT, Ultrasound, EMG and NCS studies etc.
- Pain Management Clinic: evaluation & treatment (medication management and joint injections, nerve blocks, etc.)
- Allied Health Professional: such as specific and specialized physiotherapy and/or Chiropractic.
- Other Medical Specialist: as deemed necessary by the assessment team
- Follow-up: further consultation with the rheumatologist for ongoing management.
*We suggest all relevant lab reports, and imaging reports (X-rays, Ultrasound, MRI & CT) be included in the referral or provided prior to the first consultation. The referral should include all laboratory or diagnostic images completed outside an Alberta Health Services facility.
NOTE: IF YOU HAVE AN ACTIVE WCB CLAIM FOR THIS INJURY YOU MAY PREFER TO HAVE YOUR PHYSICIAN FORWARD THE REFERRAL DIRECTLY TO WCB.
TO AVOID A NO-SHOW OR LATE CANCELLATION FEE A MINIMUM OF 48 HOURS NOTICE IS REQUIRED TO CHANGE OR CANCEL ANY APPOINTMENTS.
Changing or cancelling appointments in a timely manner allows for appointments to be filled efficiently and reduces wait times for others. Your cooperation is appreciated. Thank you!