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Author: Dr. Shashank Akerkar

September 19, 2018May 9, 2019 Dr. Shashank Akerkar Uncategorized

How to make the most out of your Rheumatologists visits

This is definitely one of the best ways to understand the ailment in its entirety. However, given the long queues at our clinic, time is becoming a scarce resource. We need to listen to the patients so that we understand the intricacies of the disease & also not miss out on anything. However, you can […]

March 10, 2015May 9, 2019 Dr. Shashank Akerkar Uncategorized

An Individual Is Much Bigger Than His/ Her Disease

Yesterday, I met one of my regular known patients who had come with sweets to announce a new arrival in his family. Why known? …. Because he has taught me an important lesson. AN INDIVIDUAL IS MUCH BIGGER THAN HIS/ HER DISEASE. Now, what does that mean?   Samir, a young man in his early […]

March 10, 2015May 9, 2019 Dr. Shashank Akerkar Uncategorized

Time, tide & inflammation waits for nobody…

I recently blogged about the ‘drug free remission’ in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Aggressive treatment with DMARDs, biologics & a targeted approach can help one achieve this. But, is it really that simple? For the best results, what would one expect from Patients? Positive approach & compliance…… But, why am I thinking about all This?   Last week, I […]

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