Division of Rheumatology
The Division of Rheumatology offers personalized patient care, research programs and a variety of education and training opportunities.
Arthritis Care & Rheumatology
Personalized treatment for arthritis and other rheumatic conditions
Patient-Focused Arthritis and Joint Care
If you suffer from joint pain, you want high-quality care, and you want it fast. Rheumatologists at Lahey Clinic treat patients with a range of issues in their joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons or blood vessels.
What Is Rheumatology, and Why Do I Need an Expert?
Rheumatology is the study of diseases that affect joints, muscles, bones and the immune system. Most of these conditions cause discomfort from inflammation. Rheumatic conditions can be very painful, so we understand the need for an accurate diagnosis to be followed quickly by a plan to manage your pain.
Lahey’s rheumatology experts are recognized nationally for excellent care. After a thorough initial exam and accurate diagnosis, we offer you a personalized, innovative treatment plan. And we have a dedicated, highly qualified nurse practitioner who is available to:
- Answer questions and address your concerns
- Educate you about your condition
- Aid in your treatment
The care team at Lahey provides advanced techniques and expert care, no matter what rheumatic condition you face.
More About Arthritis Care & Rheumatology
Conditions We Treat
The rheumatologists at Lahey are experts in the treatment of arthritic conditions as well as other rheumatic and autoimmune disorders.
Some of the most common rheumatic conditions we treat include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus and osteoporosis. Autoimmune dysfunctions, metabolic imbalances and aging can contribute to these conditions.
Inflammatory Arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Reactive arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Arthritis associated with inflammatory bowel disease
Crystal-Induced Arthritis
- Gout
- Pseudogout
Degenerative & Mechanical Conditions
- Osteoarthritis
- Bursitis
- Tendonitis
Systemic Autoimmune & Connective Tissue Diseases
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Scleroderma
- Sjögren’s syndrome
- Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome
- Mixed cryoglobulinemia
Vasculitis (Blood Vessel Inflammation)
- Systemic vasculitis (including Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis)
- Temporal arteritis
Muscle (Myopathic) Disorders
- Dermatomyositis
- Polymyositis
- Statin-associated myopathies
Autoinflammatory Disorders
- Autoinflammatory syndromes
Metabolic & Bone Conditions
- Osteoporosis
Conditions with Rheumatologic Features or Overlap
- Polymyalgia rheumatica
- Sarcoidosis
- Raynaud’s disease
- Joint problems related to renal disease
- Pulmonary manifestations of rheumatic disease
Effective, Personalized Treatment Plans
Our rheumatology team is part of a larger group of clinicians at Lahey dedicated to treating musculoskeletal disease. If you need care from other medical specialties, we consult and coordinate with them to ensure you get comprehensive care. These may include endocrinology, physical and occupational therapy, orthopedic surgery, pain management, hand surgery and others.
Depending on your diagnosis, treatment options may include injections, rehab therapy, surgery and integrative care techniques such as exercise or massage.
Appointments & Patient Support
For non-urgent questions or to request a prescription refill, patients can visit MyBILH Chart. To schedule an appointment, call 781-744-9232.
If you need to speak with a rheumatology team member, call our office at 781-744-8551.
Additional Services
Your arthritis and rheumatology team coordinates your care with other specialty providers throughout our medical center. This ensures you receive comprehensive, streamlined care.
