Rheumatology

Specialty Care

Rheumatology

These specialists (rheumatologists) are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses of abnormal inflammation, such as juvenile arthritis, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus), vasculitis, dermatomyositis, and periodic fever syndromes. They are part of multispecialty team with expertise in Allergy/Immunology, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Nephrology and Hematology/Oncology. Experts including registered dietician, psychologist, and social workers are part of our care team. Common disorders or conditions treated by these specialists include:

• Autoimmune disorders (juvenile idiopathic arthritis, lupus, scleroderma, post-infectious arthritis, chronic vasculitis)
• Inflammatory disorders of the muscle, eye, nervous system and skin
• Unexplained fevers