Rheumatology
The rheumatologists at The University of Kansas Health System are experts in autoimmune, inflammatory and noninflammatory adult rheumatologic disorders of the joints and muscles. We offer comprehensive, state-of-the-art diagnosis and management of common and complex rheumatological conditions.
About rheumatology
Rheumatology is a field of study that includes the joints, soft tissues, autoimmune diseases and heritable connective tissue disorders. A rheumatologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating rheumatic diseases.
The rheumatologists at The University of Kansas Health System are physicians and faculty members at the University of Kansas School of Medicine. As experts in their field, they teach medical students, residents and other healthcare professionals innovative approaches to diagnosing and treating diseases of the joints and muscles.
We offer a variety of appointment types. Learn more or call 913-588-1227 to schedule now.
Rheumatology services
As part of an academic medical center, our rheumatology specialists provide unique and advanced diagnostic studies and treatment options, along with resources and clinical trials that may not be available elsewhere. Some of the rheumatological conditions they treat include:
- Bursitis
- Connective tissue disease
- Dermatomyositis (inflammation of muscles and skin)
- Fibromyalgia
- Gout and pseudogout
- Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus)
- Lyme disease
- Myositis
- Osteoarthritis
- Paget’s disease
- Polymyalgia rheumatica
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Rheumatism
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Scleroderma
- Sjogren’s syndrome
- Spondyloarthropathies
- Tendonitis
- Vasculitis
Expert care for rheumatoid arthritis
The University of Kansas Health System offers comprehensive care for rheumatoid arthritis. In addition to rheumatologists, our collaborative care team includes specialists who can treat joint problems as well as specialists who can address related conditions in other parts of the body.
Current patients can self-schedule care through MyChart. Don’t have a MyChart account? Sign up now to create one.
Find a doctor
Doctors at The University of Kansas Health System are care providers and researchers at the forefront of new medical discoveries. From primary care to complex conditions, we offer hundreds of specialists.
Note: The South Kansas City Medical Pavilion offers infusion services.