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Division of Rheumatology

Uncovering the underlying causes of rheumatic disease, discovering new treatments and improving outcomes.

Advancing Scientific Knowledge

The U-M Medical School Department of Internal Medicine Division of Rheumatology is internationally recognized for excellence in the diagnosis and management of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, basic and clinical research, and training of rheumatology clinicians and students. It is also home to the Rackham Arthritis Research Unit, one of the oldest and best known Rheumatology units in the United States.

Today, our division is made up of nearly 70 faculty members and is internationally recognized for excellence in the diagnosis and management of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

About

Learn more about the groundbreaking research, training and patient care in the Division of Rheumatology.

Education

Our programs aim to equip trainees with the skills and tools needed to become expert clinicians and successful researchers.

Research

Our division performs cutting-edge clinical, translational, and basic research with funding from the NIH, and industry and foundation grants.

Faculty

See a list of the faculty who guide our clinical, research and educational programs on the path to excellence.

Patient Care

Our clinicians treat patients with a vast array of rheumatic conditions at U-M Health, VA Ann Arbor and numerous outpatient clinics.

Giving

Your gift can help our physicians provide the highest-quality care while contributing to major advances in patient care, research and education.

Welcome from the Chief

Drs. Swati Bhattacharyya, Mohammad Amin, and Priyanka Verma

Join Our Team

The Division of Rheumatology is widely recognized for outstanding patient care, innovative research initiatives and top-tier educational programs. We seek clinician/educators, clinical investigators and investigators in basic mechanisms of rheumatic, inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.

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Nationally Ranked in Rheumatology

U-M Health has been recognized as one of the nation's top hospitals for rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-2026. 

Learn more about our U.S. News rankings

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Featured News & Stories

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Department News

Research Highlights Earlier Detection of Giant Cell Arteritis

Research and clinical guidance from Ora Singer, MD, MS, is helping raise awareness of giant cell arteritis (GCA), a serious inflammatory disease that can lead to permanent vision loss if not diagnosed and treated quickly.

Department News

University of Michigan Scholar Earns Third Place in 5th Annual 3MT Thesis Competition

The University of Michigan was proudly represented at the 5th Annual Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition between the University of Michigan and the University of Minnesota, held on May 13, 2026.

Health Lab

Single-cell RNA sequencing gives insight to dermatomyositis treatment

Comparing skin lesions in dermatomyositis and lupus using single-cell RNA sequencing gives rheumatology researchers at University of Michigan Health new insight into treatment targets for dermatomyositis patients.

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Philanthropy News

Compassionate gifts turn heartbreak into hope

Margie and Tillman Dozier are honoring their daughter, Daria, through their generous support of critical care nursing and the Department of Rheumatology at Michigan Medicine.

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Health Lab

Using gene expression in blood to personalize care for APS

Antiphospholipid syndrome looks different in every patient. By using whole-blood RNA sequencing and machine learning, University of Michigan Health researchers reveal distinct immune patterns that may pave the way for personalized treatment.

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Health Lab

For scleroderma research, patients seen as essential co-creators

As scleroderma research moves forward, involving patients with scleroderma in clinical trials can give researchers insight into what is most important for patients living with the condition.

Rheumatology Internal Website

Resources and information for current Rheumatology faculty, staff and learners.

Rheumatology Intranet