Referring Doctors

Dr Lebogang Mmusi welcomes referrals from general practitioners, family physicians and other specialists. She provides personalised, evidence-based assessment and management of rheumatic, autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, while working collaboratively with referring doctors to ensure continuity of care.

Patients will be assessed and managed in collaboration with the referring practitioner, with feedback provided following consultation where appropriate.

When to Refer

Patients may benefit from rheumatology assessment for:

Persistent or unexplained joint pain, swelling or stiffness

Suspected inflammatory arthritis

Autoimmune or connective tissue disorders

Unexplained or persistent inflammation

Muscle pain or weakness

Suspected lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, scleroderma or vasculitis

Psoriatic arthritis or inflammatory back pain

Complex, unexplained or treatment-resistant rheumatological symptoms

Abnormal autoimmune blood tests requiring specialist interpretation

Recurrent gout or difficult-to-control hyperuricaemia

Suspected osteoporosis or fragility fractures

What to Include With Your Referral

Where available, please provide:

Reason for referral and relevant clinical history

Current medications and previous treatments

Relevant blood results, including inflammatory markers and autoimmune tests

Relevant imaging and reports

Previous specialist or treatment information

A concise clinical summary is particularly helpful in preparing for the patient's consultation.

Refer a Patient

To refer a patient, please submit a referral via email or contact the practice directly.

If you would like to discuss whether a patient may benefit from rheumatology assessment, please contact the practice.