Rheumatic diseases, such as arthritis and osteoporosis, are complex and often difficult to diagnose and treat. These conditions may occur suddenly (acute) or last for a long period of time (chronic).

At OhioHealth, our focus is on improving quality of life for people with rheumatic diseases. We provide consultations, patient care, diagnosis and management for rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

Our patients have access to the entire family of OhioHealth physicians who are involved with the musculoskeletal system. We work closely with other specialties  — such as orthopedics, sports medicine, physical therapy, radiology and podiatry — to provide seamless and comprehensive management of rheumatic conditions.

Our rheumatologists diagnose, treat and medically manage more than 100 types of rheumatic diseases including:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Gout
• Osteoporosis 

Why Choose Rheumatology Services at OhioHealth?
We offer our patients a continuum of personalized care from communication with the primary care physician to the utilization of specialists across the OhioHealth system. Patients with rheumatic conditions have an opportunity to participate in our clinical trials, which are designed to test promising new approaches to rheumatic disease treatment.

Our Services

Diagnostics:

• Bone density testing (also known as DXA scan)
• X-rays
• MRI
• CT scan
• Laboratory testing/blood work

Treatments:

• Biologic therapies (stimulate/restore the ability of the immune system to fight disease)
• Injectable therapies
• Oral medications

At OhioHealth, we pride ourselves on delivering individualized care in a warm, friendly environment.