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The GoodHope EDS clinic assesses individuals for a diagnosis of EDS or G-HSD. Whether you have a previous diagnosis or are being referred to see if you have EDS we will assess you using the most up-to-date diagnostic criteria to confirm or rule out a diagnosis of EDS/G-HSD.
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Assessments take place using a combination of MS Teams videoconferencing software and in-person physical examination.
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Individuals given a diagnosis of EDS/G-HSD by the GoodHope EDS program will be offered services within our self-management program, which may include exercise rehabilitation, psychology, pain management, and nutrition.
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Patients may be referred to other services to assess for other co-morbidities such as postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), Mast cell activation syndrome, and functional gut disorders
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Our clinic is actively engaged in research to learn more about and best support patients with EDS/G-HSD. Patients may be asked to take part in a research study.