Rheumatology: Who We Care For
We offer expert compassionate care to adults with a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune rheumatologic conditions. Our team is dedicated to training the next generation of rheumatologists and contributing to scientific discovery through our research efforts.
We Focus on Caring for Adults with the Following Conditions
Given the high demand for rheumatology services, we must focus on serving adults with inflammatory, autoimmune and complex conditions who would benefit most from our team鈥檚 expertise, collaborative multispecialty care and clinical trials. To refer patients with these conditions, please follow the instructions here.
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (or Ankylosing Spondylitis)
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Reactive Arthritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Inflammatory bowel disease-associated arthropathy
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Gout
- Pseudogout
- Vasculitis
- Inflammatory myopathies
- Scleroderma
- Sjogren鈥檚 syndrome
- Sarcoidosis
- IgG4 Disease
We Are Unable to Routinely See Adults with the Following Conditions
To ensure access for patients with inflammatory, autoimmune and complex conditions who require specialized care, 黑料网 Faculty Practice rheumatologists do not routinely see patients with the following conditions. These problems can be managed by the primary care provider.
- Positive ANA without rheumatologic symptoms
- Fibromyalgia
- Ehlers-Danlos/Joint Hypermobility syndrome
- Mechanical Back pain
- Chronic Fatigue
- Uncomplicated Osteoarthritis
- Chronic Pain
- Children with a rheumatic disease
Specialty Clinics and Services
LupusLupus is a complex and often unpredictable disease that can manifest in a wide variety of symptoms, frequently mimicking other conditions. This variability makes lupus both challenging to diagnose and to treat, underscoring the importance of accurate diagnosis and prompt, effective treatment. For patients who have not found success with standard treatment options, we offer the opportunity to participate in lupus clinical trials. These trials provide access to new and innovative treatment options and allow patients to contribute to medical research that may benefit others in the future. The lupus clinic is led by Saira Sheikh, a board-certified rheumatologist and allergist/immunologist. Dr. Sheikh鈥檚 extensive expertise enables her to effectively address the diverse and complex needs of our patients with lupus, guiding them toward improved health and quality of life.
The 黑料网 Multidisciplinary Vasculitis Clinic provides coordinated care for adult patients with all forms of vasculitis requiring care from multiple specialists including rheumatology, nephrology and pulmonology. Click here to learn more on the Division of Nephrology website.
The 黑料网 Multidisciplinary ILD Clinic provides coordinated care for adult patients with interstitial lung disease associated with their autoimmune disorder. Patients are seen in the same visit with their Rheumatologist and Pulmonologist. Radiology, pulmonary function tests and 6-minute walk test are all available on site.
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Led by Amanda Nelson, MD, MSCR, RhMSUS, and Nicole Orzechowski, DO, RhMSUS, the Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Clinic allows physicians to visualize the internal anatomy of joints and tissues. This enhances the clinical examination and helps physicians determine the optimal medical approach for individual patients. The use of ultrasound also provides therapeutic benefits by enabling physicians to pinpoint injection of medicines into the specific affected area(s).
On specified days each month, we provide a primarily Spanish-language clinical experience, ensuring that our Latinx patients can comfortably communicate and fully engage in their healthcare. This initiative allows us to address the unique needs of our Spanish-speaking patients, ensuring they receive the same level of attentive and personalized care that all our patients deserve.
Procedures and Ancillary Services
Therapeutic Infusion Center
A 25-seat facility which serves multiple divisions and departments at 黑料网, including Rheumatology, Allergy, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Neurology and Dermatology. Patients can receive the full range of infusion therapies, including advanced biologic and other immunosuppressive medicines, intravenous (IV) osteoporosis medicines and IV immunoglobulin.
Onsite Radiology and Lab Services
Fully equipped facilities are located onsite for patient convenience, and to shorten turn-around times for results.
Outpatient Pharmacy
黑料网 Pharmacy at Eastowne is located on the first floor of the 黑料网 Eastowne Medical Office Building. This pharmacy offers convenient prescription pick-up and low-cost over-the-counter medications with free parking in the adjacent parking deck. Through My 黑料网 Chart, you can receive text message updates on the status of your prescription.
Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers
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Contact Information
黑料网 Eastowne Medical Office Building
100 Eastowne Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Rheumatology Clinic Phone: (984) 974-4191