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Allergy and Rheumatology
The Department of Allergy and Rheumatology treats rheumatic conditions,
including rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus, as well
as allergies such as eosinophilic diseases. Allergic and rheumatic diseases
are similar in that they are caused by abnormalities in the immune system.
Our researchers are working to understand the mechanism of abnormal
immune system responses with the aim of applying their findings in clinical
settings.
Medical services
- Outpatient clinic: Physicians specializing in rheumatology are available every weekday. New patients without referral are also accepted.
- Inpatient ward: The entire staff of the department discusses individual cases (about 30 patients) weekly to determine the most effective therapeutic strategies.
Diagnosis and treatment policy
Many cases of allergic and rheumatic disease are chronic. In determining treatment and care strategy, careful consideration is given to each individual patient’s lifestyle in addition to scientific grounds. In particular, we place special emphasis on medical care and support that takes into account women’s life stages, working closely with other related departments within the hospital and offering outpatient services dedicated to pregnancy support and transitional care.
Specialties
The department deals with allergic and rheumatic diseases as well as a variety of related diseases af fecting the respiratory system (excluding pulmonary tumors), kidneys, skin, bones and joints, all of which can potentially be harmful to a number of organs. Our aim is to take a holistic approach by paying careful attention to both the physical and social aspects of treatment as one of the basic principles of internal medicine.
Target diseases
Rheumatic diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, connective tissue disease, including vasculitis syndrome, and other disorders similar to connective tissue disease), allergic diseases (bronchial asthma, eosinophilic disorder, drug-induced allergy, etc.) and periodic fever syndrome.
Frequently performed tests
Broncoscopy for visual examination of the lung and renal biopsy to evaluate lupus nephritis and ultrasonography for assessment of synovitis are performed.
Keishi Fujio
Departments/Divisions
Allergy and Rheumatology
Titles
M.D. , Ph.D.
Expertise/Specialties
Rheumatology, Internal Medicine
Research Interests
Clinical Immunology, Basic Immunology
Languages
Japanese, English
Areas of expertise, treatment and examination methods
Diseases
- Collagen diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus
- Allergic diseases, such as bronchial asthma and eosinophilic pneumonia
Treatment methods
- Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis using biologicals
- Treatment of disorders related to collagen disease (Behcet's disease and ankylosing spondylitis) using biologicals
- Treatment of bronchial asthma using biologicals
