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Rheumatology

Rheumatologist in Northern NJ

The rheumatologists at Mountainside Medical Center provide care for a wide range of musculoskeletal and systemic autoimmune diseases. These conditions often cause pain, swelling, and deformity in affected bones, joints, and muscles. Autoimmune conditions can also affect a patient’s eyes, skin, nervous system, and internal organs. For this reason, our rheumatology clinic employs a multispecialty team to provide exceptional care for your specific needs. Early diagnosis and treatment is a vital part of preventing long-term complications, which is why we encourage regular health screenings. No matter your condition, our rheumatologists are prepared to offer the compassionate care you deserve.

Autoimmune Diseases We Treat

Our rheumatologists specialize in treating a variety of autoimmune diseases conditions and disorders, including:

  • Connective tissue diseases
  • Family history of rheumatic disease
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Gout
  • Lupus erythematosus
  • Myopathy
  • Myositis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Psoriatic arthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Rheuma
  • Sjörgren’s syndrome
  • Vasculitis

Should you need further care outside of our rheumatology clinic, we will connect you with a specialist who can provide you with the exceptional medical treatments you need.

Symptoms of an Autoimmune Condition

Certain symptoms can point to an autoimmune disease or condition. Patients should be aware of the following symptoms:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Fatigue
  • Fever, rashes, and other signs of inflammation
  • Hair loss
  • Joint and muscle pain or swelling

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your primary care physician.