Dr. Karen Pont, Rheumatologist, Cranbrook, BC

Dr. Karen Pont

Dr. Karen Pont

Rheumatologist
Cranbrook, BC
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Dr. Karen Pont Bio

Dr. Karen Pont , Rheumatologist, Cranbrook BC, V1C 3H9 Is in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the Canadian Rheumatology Association and the Canadian medical association

Key Words: Arthritis  Arthritis: Ankylosing Spondylitis Arthritis: Osteoarthritis Arthritis: Rheumatoid Arthritis , Arthritis: Psoriatic Arthritis  Arthritis: Scoliosis, Arthritis: Ankylosing Spondylitis, Arthritis: Biologics and Biosimilars

Dr. Karen Pont , Rheumatologist, Cranbrook BC, V1C 3H9


( Dr. Karen Pont, Rheumatologist, Cranbrook, BC) is in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons.

If you are looking for local services or  treatment from your local rheumatologist   in the office or hospital from a Rheumatologist, contact a provider such as ( Dr. Karen Pont ) to inquire if they are accepting patients or you need a referral.   Phone number to book an appointment 250-426-5281 ( Dr. Karen Pont ) is good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada,( Dr. Karen Pont ) is in good standing with the  Canadian Rheumatology Association ( Dr. Karen Pont ) is good standing with the  Canadian Medical Association

Keywords: Arthritis, Arthritis: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Arthritis: Psoriatic Arthritis, Arthritis: Osteoarthritis, Raynaud's Disease, Pseudogout, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Arthritis: Arthritis Nutrition, Arthritis Home Exercise

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A local rheumatologist can work with your other health providers such as your local registered dietitian, orthopedic surgeon, cardiologist, family physician, kinesiologist and local physiotherapist.

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Action Plan - Rheumatoid Arthritis and Treatment Options

Action Plan - Rheumatoid Arthritis and Treatment Options ( 1703 engaged.)

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Action Plan - Rheumatoid Arthritis and Treatment Options

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Quiz: Do You Understand Rheumatoid Arthritis?

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At first, rheumatoid arthritis usually only attacks a few joints, but over time it affects more.

Explanation:

Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include joint pain, swelling and stiffness. At first, rheumatoid arthritis usually only attacks a few joints, but over time it affects more. Many people experience worse RA pain in the morning or after they’ve been sitting or lying down for awhile. It can also cause fatigue.

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Rheumatoid arthritis is linked to heart disease.

Explanation:

Unlike some other types of arthritis, the chronic swelling from rheumatoid arthritis can cause permanent damage to the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is also linked to heart disease.

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Biologics are not a good treatment option for rheumatoid arthritis.

Explanation:

Rheumatoid arthritis treatments include disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) and biologics (medications produced from living organisms or components of living organisms). Other medication options include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and analgesics (painkillers).

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If you aren’t responding to first-line rheumatoid arthritis therapies, then your rheumatologist may be looking at offering you a second-line therapy.

Explanation:

If you aren’t responding to first-line rheumatoid arthritis therapies, then your rheumatologist may be looking at offering you a second-line therapy. Second-line therapies are a major advance to the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, and may be pills, injections under the skin or intravenous infusions.

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Only heavy smoking is linked to an elevated risk of rheumatoid arthritis.

Explanation:

In addition to medications for rheumatoid arthritis, canes, crutches and walkers can help people stay mobile. You may also need to make lifestyle changes to manage your condition and reduce your risk of heart disease. Maintain healthy blood pressure and cholesterol. If you smoke, quit – even light smoking is linked to an elevated risk of RA.

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Ratings for Dr. Karen Pont

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    Dr. Karen Pont, Rheumatologist, Cranbrook, BC is a very compassionate doctor that has her patients best interest in mind. She is patient and takes the time to address all concerns. Her staff are amazing. My appointment reminders and questions I put forth are always answered quickly.
    Submitted: April 19, 2024
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    Nothing but positive things to say about Dr. Karen Pont, Rheumatologist, Cranbrook, BC
    Submitted: April 19, 2024
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    Dr Pont is wonderful! She is proactive and encouragong
    Submitted: March 14, 2023
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    She immediately knew my issue and got me on a prescription that has been working perfectly since 2012. She’s kind, caring, amazing at her specialty and I just can’t thank her enough!
    Submitted: October 18, 2021
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    Dr Pont has looked after me for many years. I have always done as she has directed me. I live my life as if I have no RA! Always a very compassionate doctor.
    Submitted: June 21, 2021
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    Total waste of time to see this doctor, 2hours spent to learn nothing
    Submitted: February 06, 2020
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    Very, very pleased with services provided. Dr. Pont showed empathy and understanding. When my situation proved unusual, a speedy referral to Kelowna solved my issue. Follow up has been exceptional. I’m grateful to be back on my feet.
    Submitted: August 05, 2019
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    Excellent physician. Friendly and interested, optimal bedside manner. Finally diagnosed, which has taken awhile, and mainly felt like I was just complaining, after awhile to other medical therapists and physicians. Good action plan for going forward.
    Submitted: July 02, 2019
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    Dr Pont was determined to get me to a better place and she saved my life. I will always be eternally grateful to her. She is a doctor like no other. Ernstine Anderson
    Submitted: November 10, 2018
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    Not much help at all, told me that I was at the wrong specialist after a two hour appointment, left feeling very dissatisfied and could have learned more from google
    Submitted: August 01, 2018

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