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This section contains answers to common questions about rheumatic conditions and services at Park Nicollet Clinic. Below are answers to general questions, or you can select from the links at the left for specific condition questions. If you have a question not listed, or one more specific to your experience, contact us.
What type of patients see rheumatologists?Find out about rheumatology, about us and about our services.
How soon can I get an appointment?We attempt to schedule patients at the earliest possible appointment. First-time office consultations usually require an hour. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes early for registration. It usually is not necessary to fast for your first visit. Make an appointment.
Can I enroll in rheumatology studies? For more information, see our current research studies or call Rheumatology at 952-993-2755.
What is a physician assistant?At Park Nicollet, physician assistants in rheumatology perform many of the same tasks as rheumatologists, but tend to focus more on patient follow-up visits, joint injections and acute-care visits. Physician assistants can prescribe medications, write referrals to physical therapy or other specialties, perform physical exams, order lab tests and imaging, and perform many procedures.
Can a physician assistant prescribe medication?Yes, in most states, including Minnesota, physician assistants can prescribe medications.
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