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Rheumatology

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Our team offers cutting-edge diagnosis and treatment for patients affected by autoimmune and inflammatory disorders affecting joints, muscle, skin and bones. We treat conditions like arthritis, lupus, scleroderma and other rheumatic diseases.

  • Treatment for All Rheumatic Conditions

    From common inflammatory conditions to rare autoimmune disorders, our specialists provide expert, compassionate care.

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  • Team-Based Care

    You’ll receive holistic support from our team of rheumatologists, nurses, physical therapists and other health professionals. 

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  • Personalized Treatment Plans

    Autoimmune and inflammatory conditions are complex. You’ll receive a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. 

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Rheumatic Diseases in Women

Due to differences in bone structure and hormones, women are more likely than men to develop a rheumatic disease. Discover which autoimmune and inflammatory diseases are most common in women and why. 

The Latest From Cedars-Sinai Rheumatology

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How to Find Out If You Have Lupus

It may take years to get a lupus diagnosis, due to vague symptoms. Learn about early signs of lupus, advances in diagnosis and treatment, and...

Regenerative Medicine for Orthopedics

In the future, it’s possible stem cells can be used to help fix back and knee pain and torn tendons without the need for surgery.

Cultivated Care for Autoimmune Disease

Kao Autoimmunity Institute investigators rely on partnerships with patients and the application of advanced computation to develop new understandings of scleroderma and rheumatoid arthritis.

Lifelong Journey: A Scleroderma Patient and Her Doctor

Scleroderma patient Terecita Delacruz travels to Cedars-Sinai from Northern California for care with her trusted doctor.

Why is Arthritis Worse in the Winter?

Arthritis symptoms tend to flare up as the weather turns cold. Here are some strategies and lifestyle changes that may help keep your arthritic joints...

Advances in Scleroderma Treatment: FAQ

Cedars-Sinai's experts are on the cutting edge of research into causes of and treatments for scleroderma.

Autoimmune Diseases: When Your Body Turns On You

Because the immune system can target any part of the body, no two autoimmune diseases are the same.

Q&A: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis isn't always something that comes with age.

World-Class Leadership

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Francesco Boin, MD

Director, Division of Rheumatology

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Mariko L. Ishimori, MD

Assistant Professor, Medicine

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Rheumatic Disease Research & Clinical Trials

Our continued research benefits our patients and brings new therapies to the medical community. Learn more about our wide range of studies and clinical trials aimed at making new treatments available for people living with rheumatic diseases.

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Kao Autoimmunity Institute

The Kao Autoimmunity Institute provides access to people from around the world to the latest treatment methods related to autoimmune diseases. Our dedicated Kao Multispecialty Scleroderma Program focuses on new approaches to treatment for people with the disorder.

Bench to Bedside Breakthroughs

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Studies Seek Better RA Screening

Investigators at the Kao Autoimmunity Institute seek to define better screening and risk assessment for rheumatoid arthritis patients.

Regenerative Medicine for Orthopedics

In the future, it’s possible stem cells can be used to help fix back and knee pain and torn tendons without the need for surgery.

Cultivated Care for Autoimmune Disease

Kao Autoimmunity Institute investigators rely on partnerships with patients and the application of advanced computation to develop new understandings of scleroderma and rheumatoid arthritis.

A Scleroderma Expert on Treating Autoimmune Disease

Dr. Francesco Boin, director of the Multispecialty Scleroderma Program and member of the Kao Autoimmunity Institute, on his vision for the future.

Cedars-Sinai Rheumatology Experts Present Latest Research at ACR Convergence 2023

Physicians and scientists from the Kao Autoimmunity Institute will be among Cedars-Sinai experts presenting at ACR Convergence 2023, the premier conference of the American College...

On older male patient using virtual reality in his healthcare journey.

Virtual Reality and the Brain-Body Connection

Cedars-Sinai investigators reveal how virtual reality works for nonopioid pain management.

International Leader in Autoimmune Research to Lead Cedars-Sinai Institute

Nunzio Bottini, MD, PhD, whose groundbreaking research focuses on the role of a group of proteins in the development of rheumatic diseases, has joined Cedars-Sinai...

Cedars-Sinai Receives $20M to Create Kao Autoimmunity Institute

Cedars-Sinai today announced a $20 million gift from Dr. and Mrs. Min H. Kao and the Kao Family Foundation to create the Kao Autoimmunity Institute...

Autoimmune Diseases: When Your Body Turns On You

Because the immune system can target any part of the body, no two autoimmune diseases are the same.

Innovative Training. Elevated Teaching.

Our Rheumatology Fellowship is an unparalleled training program in one of the most vibrant cities in the U.S. Fellows become knowledgeable and disciplined practitioners in rheumatic diseases, gaining specialized training in current therapeutic modalities.

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Call the Rheumatology care team directly at 310‑423-6257,
Monday‑Friday, 8 am-5 pm PT.

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