Rheumatology

Mayo Clinic Healthcare offers specialist rheumatology care for people with joint pain, autoimmune conditions and connective tissue diseases. Our service combines expert clinical assessment, advanced diagnostics and evidence-based treatments, supported by Mayo Clinic’s global network and multidisciplinary approach.

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We care for individuals with both common and complex rheumatologic conditions, providing clear diagnoses, personalised treatment plans and support aimed at improving long-term mobility, comfort and overall well-being.

Expert rheumatologic assessment and diagnosis

Our rheumatology service is experienced in diagnosing and managing a wide range of musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions. Patients receive a detailed clinical assessment alongside access to advanced investigations when needed.

Our service includes:

  • Evaluation of joint, tendon and muscle pain.
  • Assessment for autoimmune and connective tissue diseases.
  • Diagnosis of inflammatory arthritis.
  • Management of osteoporosis and bone health.
  • Guidance for long-term condition monitoring and flare management.

We take an evidence-based approach to ensure each patient receives the most appropriate, personalised treatment.

Conditions we treat

We provide specialised expertise and comprehensive care for many rheumatologic and musculoskeletal conditions, including:

  • Ankylosing spondylitis.
  • Back pain.
  • Connective tissue diseases.
  • Gout and pseudogout.
  • Hypermobility.
  • Inflammatory arthritis.
  • Myositis.
  • Osteoporosis and bone health.
  • Polymyalgia rheumatica.
  • Psoriatic arthritis.
  • Reactive arthritis.
  • Rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Tendon injuries.
  • Vasculitis.

Evidence-based care and clinical expertise

Our team brings extensive training from leading academic institutions and maintains active involvement in clinical research, ensuring patients benefit from the latest advances in rheumatology. Areas of academic contribution within the team include:

  • Research into systemic sclerosis and lupus.
  • Publications in peer-reviewed rheumatology journals.
  • Contributions to rheumatology textbooks.
  • Ongoing work in autoimmune disease assessment and quality-of-life outcomes.

This commitment to research supports accurate diagnosis and modern, effective treatment strategies.

Integrated care approach

Patients at Mayo Clinic Healthcare benefit from coordinated support across related specialties, including:

  • Imaging and diagnostics.
  • Pain management.
  • Endocrinology and bone health.
  • Immunology.

This integrated model ensures efficient assessment, clear treatment pathways and a comprehensive approach to managing long-term rheumatologic conditions.

When needed, we also draw on expertise from our colleagues at Mayo Clinic in the US, ranked among the best hospitals for rheumatological disorders by U.S. News and World Report.