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Your whole body is made up of bones, muscles and joints — so when something is wrong with them, it affects the whole you.

No matter what type of rheumatologic disorder you have, Cleveland Clinic’s skilled experts are here to help. Maybe you’re dealing with unexplained joint pain and swelling. Or maybe you’re living with a chronic condition like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis or vasculitis that’s dramatically changed your life. Though many rheumatic diseases don’t have cures, there are more treatment options available now than ever before. We believe that a better quality of life is always within reach. Our expert specialists work closely with you to create a personalized treatment plan designed to help effectively manage your condition — and get you feeling better.

Why Choose Cleveland Clinic for Rheumatology Care?

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Trusted experts:

We have one of the largest and best-ranked rheumatology and immunology teams in the country, and our expert specialists treat conditions from the common to the complex.

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Collaborative care:

Rheumatologic conditions can affect your entire body. Our specialists work closely with experts in other areas of medicine to be sure you get high-quality, whole-body care.

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Demonstrated expertise:

Our rheumatology experts specialize in evaluating and treating nearly 40 inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, which means that whatever you’re facing, we have the experience and expertise to help.

Meet Our Rheumatology Care Team

Rheumatologic conditions can affect every part of your body. So, it’s important that you have a healthcare team that takes all of you into consideration during treatment. That’s why when you come to us for care, you’ll get a handpicked, carefully chosen team of experts brought together just for you.

Because there are so many types of rheumatologic conditions, it’s hard to say ahead of time exactly what your healthcare team will look like. You’ll definitely work with our rheumatologists, and they often partner closely with our orthopaedists. But depending on your condition, your team may also include specialists from many areas, like:

Locations

Our healthcare providers see patients at convenient locations throughout Northeast Ohio and Florida.

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