Rheumatology care in Tabriz, for patients outside Iran.
This page is for visitors and Iranians living abroad who have joint pain or a rheumatic disease and are thinking of being seen by Dr. Amirhossein Peyravi, an internal medicine specialist and rheumatologist in Tabriz. It explains what to collect before you come and how to reach the support team.
Before you travel
Gather what you have. Clear copies or phone photos are fine to start with.
- Your blood and urine test results, old and new, with the dates
- Antibody results, such as RF, anti-CCP and ANA, if you have had them
- X-ray, ultrasound, MRI and CT reports and, if you have them, the images themselves on a disc or as a download link
- Every medicine you take now, with the dose, and the medicines you took before, how long you took them and why they were stopped
- If you have had a biologic: its name, the dates, and your tuberculosis and hepatitis B checks
- Reports from other specialists, such as an eye doctor, skin doctor or kidney doctor
- Your allergies and other long-term conditions
- A short timeline: when the symptoms began, photos of rashes or swelling, and what has been done since
The way to send these documents is still being confirmed. For now, call the international support line: +989302272111
How it works
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Collect your records
Put together the documents listed above and write a simple timeline of your symptoms and treatment.
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Call the support team
Call the international support line to ask about the next step. Anything not yet confirmed is listed below.
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Appointment in Tabriz
The doctor sees you in person, reviews your records and decides what tests or treatment are needed.
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Support while you are in Tabriz
The patient support team can help with tests and referrals. Some of its services are available only in Tabriz.
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Follow-up after you go home
Ask for a written summary of your diagnosis and medicines, and keep your reports. Many of these medicines need regular blood tests, so ask how they can be done where you live. How follow-up from abroad works is being confirmed.
Not confirmed yet
- Online or phone consultation
- Remote review of your records
- The office address and hours
- Fees and insurance
- Languages the doctor speaks
- How to send documents (messaging apps or email)
In an emergency while you are in Iran, call 115, Iran's emergency number. It is different from the international support line above.
What the support network does
The patient support services are described on the support page. Some of them are available only in Tabriz.
- Medical diagnostic laboratory
- Medical imaging and ultrasound
- Pharmacy and specialty medicines
- Referral to specialists and sub-specialists
- Rehabilitation and wellbeing
- Treatment and rehabilitation at home
Practical questions
Can a diagnosis be made from my records alone?
No. Your records help the doctor understand your situation, but in rheumatology the examination is often the most important part, so a plan comes after you have been seen.
Should I stop or change my treatment before I travel?
No. Do not stop or change any treatment or medicine without your own doctor. Tell your treating team about your travel plans, and bring your medicine list.
How long would I need to stay in Tabriz?
It depends on which tests you need and how soon the results come. The doctor can tell you after the first visit.
I have a hot swollen joint, a fever, sudden vision problems or severe breathlessness. Can I wait until I travel?
Please do not wait. If you have any of the warning signs in the guide, get care where you are today. See the list of urgent signs in the guide.
Can I travel with my medicines?
Ask your own doctor before you book. Carry a list of your medicines, and ask how to store and carry injections, which may need to be kept cold.
What about language, fees and insurance?
These are not confirmed yet and are listed above as awaiting details. Please do not assume anything until they are confirmed.
What number do I call in an emergency?
115 is Iran's emergency number. It works only while you are in Iran. From abroad, use your local emergency number.
Every patient's situation is different; ask your doctor about your own.
Ready to start?
Call the international support line and ask about the next step.