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What is the definition of Proximal Symphalangism?
Proximal symphalangism, which is also called Cushing's symphalangism, is a rare genetic condition characterized by the fusion of the proximal joints in the hands and feet. These individuals usually have straight fingers and are unable to make a fist. Other joints may also be affected, leading to stiff joints in the elbows, ankles and wrists. Hearing loss due to the fusion of the auditory ossicles (bones in the middle ear) is also a characteristic feature. This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and is caused by a genetic change in the NOG gene or GDF5 gene.
What are the alternative names for Proximal Symphalangism?
  • Proximal symphalangism
  • Cushing's symphalangism
  • Hereditary absence of proximal interphalangeal joints
  • Proximal symphalangism
  • Strasburger-Hawkins-Eldridge syndrome
  • Strasburger-Hawkins-Eldridge-Hargrave-McKusick syndrome
  • Symphalangism, proximal, 1A (subtype)
  • Symphalangism, proximal, 1B (subtype)
  • Vessel’s syndrome
Who are the top Proximal Symphalangism Local Doctors?
Experienced in Proximal Symphalangism
Neonatology
Experienced in Proximal Symphalangism
Neonatology

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Neonatology

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

. Dr. Bharti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proximal Symphalangism. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Symphalangism Distal, and Preeclampsia. Dr. Bharti is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

Experienced in Proximal Symphalangism
Experienced in Proximal Symphalangism

Pediatrics Of Kingsport

2002 Brookside Dr, Ste 200, 
Kingsport, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

I have wanted to be a pediatrician since I was a little girl. Interacting with children and their families, watching kids grow and making them well again are what I most value as a doctor. My personal philosophy is to always consider the whole person and to treat the patient, not the illness. I believe that parents have invaluable knowledge concerning their children and can offer great insight into what works best for them. My husband is an elementary school teacher, and we have three boys. Outside of work, I enjoy photography, hiking, biking and playing with my kids. In medical school, I was fortunate to do international mission work and hope to volunteer again as my kids grow. I am also interested in wellness promotion, including obesity prevention, promoting and supporting breastfeeding, and child abuse prevention. Dr. Terry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proximal Symphalangism. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Delayed Growth, Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Asthma in Children. Dr. Terry is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Proximal Symphalangism
Experienced in Proximal Symphalangism
408 N State Of Franklin Rd Fl 3, 
Johnson City, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proximal Symphalangism. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, Congenital Unilateral Pulmonary Hypoplasia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Omphalocele. Dr. Shah is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center