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About the Division

Providing Comprehensive Clinical Care 

The Division of Rheumatology, Autoimmunity & Inflammation offers outstanding clinical care, cutting-edge clinical and basic research, and training for the next generation of rheumatologists. Our clinical programs provide comprehensive clinical care to patients with rheumatologic diseases in the outpatient and inpatient settings.

Developing Treatments to Improve the Health of Our Community

The research programs span the spectrum from the studies in the fundamental biology of immunologic and inflammatory diseases to clinical trials that test novel therapies in patients. Our internationally-recognized research programs are funded by a wide range of sources including the National Institutes of Health, the Arthritis Foundation, philanthropic efforts, and industry.   The educational programs of the division involve teaching activities in the medical school, graduate school, and internal medicine residency program. Our highly regarded subspecialty training programs in rheumatology are designed to produce outstanding physicians and scientists that treat patients and develop new treatments to improve the health of our community.

Our Services

We offer a broad spectrum of services to diagnose and manage various rheumatic conditions, including but not limited to:

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Gout
  • Scleroderma
  • Vasculitis
  • Psoriatic Arthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis

Advanced Diagnostic and Treatment Options

Our division utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and the latest treatment modalities to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective management of rheumatic diseases. These include:

  • Advanced imaging techniques (MRI, Ultrasound)
  • Laboratory testing and biomarker analysis
  • Infusion therapies
  • Biologic treatments
  • Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
  • Joint aspiration and injections
  • Comprehensive pain management strategies