Rheumatology

Our children’s rheumatology team provides evaluation, diagnosis, and long-term management for a range of musculoskeletal and systemic autoimmune diseases. We take a holistic, patient-centered approach—ensuring each treatment plan is personalized and based on the latest clinical guidelines.

Conditions We Treat

We provide care for a wide range of conditions, including:

• Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Chronic autoimmune disorder affecting joints, often resulting in swelling and pain.
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): Complex autoimmune condition affecting skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs.
• Vasculitis: Inflammation of blood vessels, which can affect various organs and tissues.
• Juvenile Dermatomyositis: Chronic inflammatory disease of the skin and muscles.
• Juvenile Scleroderma: Chronic inflammation of the skin, which causes hard skin and in some cases, can affect other organs.
• Autoinflammatory Disease: Vast spectrum of disorders characterized by chronic, recurrent attacks of sterile inflammation with symptoms of recurrent fever, rash and joint pain.

Individualized Treatment Plans

Each patient receives a customized care plan focused on:

• Pain management
• Preserving mobility
• Slowing disease progression
• Supporting overall health and well-being

Treatments may include a combination of medications, lifestyle changes, nutritional counseling, and physical or occupational therapy.

Why Choose Sidra Medicine?

• Multidisciplinary approach for integrated care
• Multidisciplinary clinics: Aicardi Goutieres Syndrome, Rheumatology-Ophthalmology, Rheumatology-Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
• Access to advanced diagnostics and imaging
• Personalized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Dedicated specialists focused on your comfort and recovery
• Participation in novel research programs to study autoimmune and autoinflammatory conditions