Rheumatology Patient Care

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A Personalized Approach to Treatment

Our division is internationally recognized for excellence in the diagnosis and management of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Clinicians in the Division of Rheumatology treat a vast array of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, antiphospholipid syndrome, scleroderma, vasculitis, Sjogren's syndrome, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, myositis, and gout. With over 40 physicians and advanced practice providers delivering inpatient and outpatient care, our Division is one of the largest in the country. In addition to University of Michigan Health and the Ann Arbor VA Hospital, rheumatology patients are seen in several clinics located in Ann Arbor, Brighton and Northville.

For our clinic information, specialty clinics, procedure information and more, please visit the Rheumatology section on UofMHealth.org

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Rheumatology Care at U-M Health

Treating a Range of Rheumatic Diseases

We treat a wide array of rheumatic diseases at our clinics with state-of-the-art multidisciplinary care. Our dedicated team ensures each patient receives a personalized treatment plan designed for optimal long-term outcomes.

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