Rheumatology Services
Rheumatologists treat many types of inflammatory arthritis as well as complex and fibrotic rheumatic diseases that may affect other organs beside the joint. Rheumatologists have a tradition of excellence in patient care, education, and research. Our clinical activities emphasize the care of both common and rare rheumatic diseases and their complications.
Examples of Inflammatory arthritis include:
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Gout and other crystal related diseases
- Inflammatory spine diseases
- Auto-inflammatory diseases
- And others
Examples of complex and/or fibrotic rheumatic diseases:
- Scleroderma spectrum disorders*
- Inflammatory myositis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Vasculitis
- And others
*The Scleroderma Program at Rutgers- RWJ Medical School is one of the larger established programs in the tri-state area, a referral center for scleroderma spectrum disorders, having achieved national and international recognition for both clinical care and research.
You should consider seeing a rheumatologist if you have persistent or unexplained joint pains, especially with swelling hat has not improved with over the counter medications. Your doctor can advise you about preliminary tests before seeing a Rheumatologist.
To make an appointment at RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group with one of our physical med and rehab specialists, please visit our Physician Locator to find a provider near you. Existing patients can call a provider's office or visit MyChart to schedule an appointment online, at their convenience. New patients, please call 1-888-724-7123.