Specialist rheumatology care for arthritis, autoimmune and inflammatory conditions

Dr Atish Sirkar is a Specialist Rheumatologist providing evidence-based, patient-centred rheumatology care from Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital in Durban.

If you have persistent joint pain, swollen joints, morning stiffness or symptoms that may suggest an autoimmune condition, a rheumatology assessment can help clarify the next appropriate step.

Rheumatology Services

Dr Sirkar provides comprehensive management of rheumatology conditions and selected procedures.

A rheumatologist examining a patient's hand and wrist joints during a consultation

Why Rheumatology Care Matters

Rheumatic diseases can affect the joints, muscles, bones, skin, blood vessels and internal organs. Some conditions develop gradually, while others present with flares, swelling, stiffness or symptoms across more than one body system.

A rheumatologist assesses these patterns carefully and works with patients, referring doctors and other healthcare professionals to support appropriate diagnosis, monitoring and treatment planning.

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Meet Dr Sirkar

Dr Atish Sirkar has a background in Internal Medicine and subspecialist training in Rheumatology. This allows him to take a comprehensive approach to complex multisystem conditions, including autoimmune connective tissue diseases and inflammatory arthritis.

His clinical interests include Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic Sclerosis, Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies, Vasculitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis and other inflammatory arthritides.

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Dr Atish Sirkar, Specialist Rheumatologist

Location & Access

Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital

Suite 2, Medical Annexe A163-179 Redberry RoadPhoenix, 4068

Mediclinic Victoria Hospital

Suite 205, Level 2 Medical Centre35 High StreetTongaat, 4400

Hours

Monday – Friday
08h00 – 16h30

Consulting rooms in Phoenix and oThongathi, accessible for patients from Mount Edgecombe, Umhlanga, Durban North, Verulam, Tongaat, Ballito and the wider North Coast.

Frequently Asked

When should I see a rheumatologist?

Consider booking an appointment if you have persistent joint swelling, prolonged morning stiffness, recurring flares, suspected inflammatory arthritis, or symptoms that may involve more than one body system.

Do I need a referral?

Referral requirements may depend on your medical aid, clinical circumstances and practice process. Please contact the rooms to confirm what is needed before your appointment.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Bring your referral letter if available, recent blood results, imaging reports, medication list, medical aid details and any relevant previous specialist notes.