Kate L. Iwamoto, M.D., is a pediatrician with Mercy Family Care Physicians in Downtown Baltimore.
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, includes disorders that cause inflammation of the intestines. IBD is treated at Mercy by expert gastroenterologists.
The Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand Center offers physician expertise with a dedication to advanced treatments for shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand conditions.
Mercy offers emergency care on the Downtown Baltimore campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (410-332-9477) with access to a trained emergency medicine team, diagnostic services and consultations with specialists.
In case of an Emergency, Dial 911 and follow the instructions of the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) team.
Mercy Medical Center's downtown campus includes our Main Hospital - The Mary Catherine Bunting Center, McAuley Plaza and The Weinberg Center.
General visiting hours at Mercy are 11:00 am to 8:30 pm. Hours vary by floor, please check with the nursing staff or call 410-332-9555.
Orthopedic surgeons of The Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist and Hand Center at Mercy specialize in diagnosing and treating bursitis and tendonitis, also known as tendinitis. Patients from across the Baltimore region seek Mercy's expertise when suffering from bursitis or tendonitis pain in the shoulder, elbow or wrist.
Bursitis and tendonitis are common overuse injuries in sports and general overhead activities. Bursitis is most common in the hip, shoulder and elbow. Tendonitis is most common in the shoulder, elbow, wrist and heel. Bursitis and tendonitis most often are caused by repetitive motions but also can be caused by trauma to the joint. The tendon and bursa, the fluid-filled sac which prevents friction with motion, become inflamed when they are pinched between the joint during repetitive motion.
Bursitis and tendonitis symptoms include:
Bursitis and tendonitis most often can be diagnosed during a physical exam. An orthopedic surgeon may request imaging tests such as X-rays, ultrasound or MRIs, to rule out other joint conditions that have similar symptoms.
Bursitis and tendonitis treatment can include:
If symptoms persist, surgery to increase the space available for the tendons is considered.
Dr. Joseph Ciotola is a top rated hip, knee and shoulder surgeon. His expertise in anterior hip replacement makes him one of the most sought-after orthopedic surgeons in the Baltimore region for hip replacement.